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Stories behind a Dedication

Posted: 2 March 2011

The Logi family at Centennial Parklands tree dedicationDedicating a tree in Centennial Parklands is a wonderful way to commemorate or celebrate a loved one, and each tree has its own special story. Here two of the Foundation’s generous benefactors share the story behind their tree dedication.

The Logi family and their lifelong friends recently dedicated a Broad Leaf Paperbark (Melaleuca quinquenervia) on the edge of Duck Pond in loving memory of Ilaria Logi.

Husband Angelo returned from a trip to Italy to attend the dedication and his son Lorenzo also returned from Shanghai to join the extended Logi family and their friends in a celebration of Ilaria’s life. The Duck Pond was a special location for the Logi family who have many happy family memories of this place.

Busby’s Pond was the chosen location for a group of ladies who used the money from their Melbourne Cup winnings to dedicate a tree in memory of a friend who used to walk with them in Centennial Park.

They chose to adopt a 70 year old Moreton Bay Fig which has been growing on the spot where they all meet near Busbys Pond.

Whether you plant a new tree, or adopt an existing tree, by dedicating a tree, the tree can become a focal point for family gatherings, or a personal place for contemplation and quiet enjoyment.

For more information on tree dedications please contact the Foundation on (02) 9339 6699.

The Logi family at Centennial Parklands tree dedication