BLUE RIDGE, GA – Rain and cold weather couldn’t keep the dedicated staff and volunteers of the Humane Society of Blue Ridge (HSBR) away from their beloved cause.

Humane Society staff and volunteers gather to dedicate new Memorial Park.

Members and supporters of this organization gathered on Thursday, September 14, 2017, to dedicate the newest addition to their campus, a Memorial Park. This Park is part of HSBR’s 10-year-plan to provide services to our community.

The beautifully landscaped Memorial Park sits close to the HSBR Haven, located on Mineral Springs Drive in Blue Ridge.

It is a place where people can reflect on the friends, both human and animal, that have made a difference in their lives.

Reverend Michael Brunson was among those present, and blessed the park. “Thank you for loving us so much that you included in the grand creation plan… animals.”

Memorials can be found along brick pathway in the park.

He went on, “We gather here today to dedicate this beautiful place to remember them. This is a place that we can all come to celebrate their time on this earth and in our lives.”

HSBR President Rick Glueckert gave thanks to all who work hard within the organization to make the dreams of the Humane Society a reality. He also gave special thanks to the generous supporters that worked on the details of the Memorial Park.

These supporters worked tirelessly to provide commemorative concepts, landscaping, and design. They succeeded in their vision through grants, fundraising, and private donations.

Glueckert also paid special tribute to former HSBR President Anne Williamson, “Who had the vision to bring this dream to life over 10 years ago.”

True passion and pride for this wonderful cause were displayed as Glueckert looked out over the campus and focused his gaze upon the park. “It sure is beautiful.”

The Humane Society of Blue Ridge has allotted space for anyone who would like to pay tribute to a loved one by purchasing an engraved brick for the memorial walkway or a personalized bench for the park. You can get more information on this project by visiting the Humane Society of Blue Ridge’s website.