A grapevine, as a tombstone symbol, signifies prosperity, fertility, and abundance. The grapevine is a traditional Christian symbol, as Jesus said he is the vine and his followers are the branches.
August 2021 archive
Aug 27
Duckcreek/Willshire Church Member List 1909
Today, the final Duckcreek Church membership list that I have, a list of the members received in February 1909.
Aug 24
Tombstone Tuesday-Robert Ivan Handwerk
This is the tombstone of Robert Ivan Handwerk, located in row 8 of Zion Lutheran Cemetery, Schumm, Van Wert County, Ohio. The marker is inscribed:
Aug 20
Duckcreek Baptisms, 1874-1882
Continuing on with the Duckcreek Church records that I have, that also include information for a couple other Methodist churches in the area.
Aug 17
Tombstone Tuesday-Oak Leaf Symbol
Oak leaves inscribed on a tombstone symbolize strength, endurance, eternity, honor, faith, virtue, liberty, stability, and hospitality. It is a symbol of the power of the Christian faith and some believe that the cross of Christ was made from an oak tree.
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Karen Miller Bennett, CG(R)
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