Good work has a way of traveling—and two of our SCCFA member organizations, Lincoln Memorial Group and Cave Hill Cemetery, are getting well-deserved attention for the kind of stewardship that reflects the very best of our profession.
Lincoln Memorial Group was featured prominently in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution for its hands-on effort to reclaim and care for Hollywood Cemetery, a long-neglected 70-acre site in Atlanta. New owners Shayda Frost and Timothy Amoui have been working alongside community partners and environmental nonprofits to clear invasive vines, protect the existing tree canopy, and bring dignity back to a place where thousands are buried and many markers have been lost to time.
The story also spotlights the practical progress: recurring volunteer cleanups, tons of debris removed, and a long-term vision to reimagine the property as a park and natural (green) burial ground—doing the work thoughtfully, with respect for both the ecosystem and the lives entrusted there.
Cave Hill Cemetery’s commitment to honoring veterans was recently highlighted through coverage of the Kentucky Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Frankfort. Since its dedication in 1988, the Memorial’s care has depended on strong leadership, committed volunteers, and trusted partnerships to preserve its beauty and protect its mission.
The feature notes that one of the Memorial’s most significant long-standing partnerships has been with the historic Cave Hill Cemetery in Louisville.
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