West of the cemetery on a ridge that runs towards Rice County Road 29. This grove and Bluestem Grove are most visible to travelers on Cty Rd 29.

• 20 trees
• 20 planted
• 11 dedicated

Dedications:
Bur Oak dedicated to the memory of Lilian Wasner by the Valley Grove Preservation Society

Bur Oak dedicated to Marjorie Herrmann Cox by her 6 adult children: Thomas Cox, Jennifer Cox Johnson, Raymond Cox, Robert Cox, Sarah Currier, & Virginia Kearney

Valley Grove Preservation Society proudly dedicates an oak to Howard Segerstrom. Howard has been a board member since the beginning of the society holding every office at various times. From the seventies to the early nineties Howard handled the weddings and cared for the churches brass fixtures. Many consider Howard as The rock in the background. He is always willing to help. Howard has played his keyboard at numerous events.

Bur Oak dedicated to the memory of Betty Gudmestad by T.K. Gudmestad, Amy Gudmestad and Julie Gudmestad.

Bur Oak as a memorial to Carl & Emma Iverson. For a number of years, Carl & Emma lived on the farm across the road northwest of the church.

Marilyn Zielke (Groff) dedicates a tree in memory of her husband, Robert Zielke her parents, Melvin & Liella Groff  and twin sons buried at Valley Grove. Marilyn and Robert were married at Valley Grove June 30, 1952.

Bur Oak dedicated to the memory of T.K. Gudmestad by Amy & Julie Gudmestad.

Bur Oak dedicated as a memorial to K. Paul Carson who loved oak trees and carpentry by his wife Mary F Carson.

A Bur Oak dedicated to Art & Ruby Erickson by Doug Erickson. "Mom and Dad enjoyed the beauty and serenity of Valley Grove and The Big Woods"

Bur Oak dedicated to Tom Klug by Doug Erickson.

Bur Oak dedicated to Marge & Arnin Klug, Ken & Cindy Klug and Jim & Diane Klug by Doug Erickson.

All the groves will be connected with walking paths.

A. Bluestem Grove
B. Prairie Rose Grove
C. Ken's Grove
D. Gold Finch Grove
E. Settlers Grove
F. Whitetail Grove
G. Tyske Grove

The initial cost of a tree, including mulching and watering until the tree is established is $500.00. We will gladly accept larger donations and put them to good use. Remember that any donation is tax deductible.

Tree Order Form

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