Memorial Opportunities

Memorial Bench

A six (6) foot bench made of hard metal slats may be selected at the request of the deceased's family or by another sponsor with written concurrence of the deceased's family.

A memorial bench is available for park and trail areas not along public roadways. 

A plaque can accommodate up to two names. The plaque inscription will read - "IN MEMORY OF (Name of Lost Loved One(s)." The time frame for installation of the bench once an application is received will be 6 to 10 weeks. Applicant will be notified when the bench arrives.

To apply for a memorial bench or get current pricing, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 719-553-2790.

Memorial Tree

A 2-1/2" caliber, balled and burlap tree may be selected at the request of the deceased's family or by another sponsor with the written concurrence of the deceased's family. 

Memorial trees will only be planted in the spring or fall to give the tree the best chance to survive. The location and species of the tree will be determined through communication between staff and the applicant. An approved species will be determined based on the desired species for the site. The tree plaque will be placed on a concrete base flush with the ground so as not to deter mowing. The plaque will be no larger than 4" X 6" in size. The plaque can accommodate up to two names. The plaque inscription will read - "IN MEMORY OF (Name of Lost Loved One(s)."

To apply for a memorial tree or get current pricing, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 719-553-2790.

NOTES:

The donation level of memorial benches and trees does not include the upkeep of the bench/tree with the exception of removing graffiti. The bench/tree may require periodic plaque replacement, which will be the responsibility of the donor. Trees or benches that are destroyed shall not be replaced unless the donor submits payment for the applicable replacement memorial within six months of the destruction of the original memorial. 

All memorial benches donated or paid for by the donor will become property of the City of Pueblo and there shall be no replacement or repairs due to wear/tear or vandalism. The donor will be responsible for replacing damaged and/or vandalized plaques.

The City of Pueblo will notify the donor of final approval and/or denial. 

The donor will be invoiced for the total estimate amount. Donors will receive receipt of payment from the City of Pueblo, Finance Department.