Gone Graving

10/25/2026

Cleaning the stone of a Civil War hero

10/24/2026

Since so many of us here love preserving history, documenting old headstones, and honoring the people who came before us, I wanted to put this out there:

I’m helping grow our local Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War (SUVCW) camp SGT. Judson Hicks, Camp #111, Palmyra, NY, and we’re looking for people who enjoy exactly what this group is all about—cemetery exploration, grave documentation, preservation, and keeping Civil War veterans’ stories alive.

If you’re someone who:
• enjoys graving and wants something meaningful to do with it
• likes genealogy, local history, or Civil War research
• wants to help clean, repair, and document veterans’ graves
• or just wants a community of people who care about preservation

— then you’d fit right in with us.

No experience needed, and you don’t have to be a reenactor or anything like that. Just an interest in history and a willingness to help.

If you want to get involved or learn more, feel free to message me! New members are always welcome.

10/22/2026

I have narrowed my selection down to four pictures for my senior photo. Which one do you guys like? Pictures by Photography by Melissa.

10/21/2026

What a great video!

10/20/2026

Looking to have a headstone repaired in Western or Central New York?

As the cemetery season comes to a close, I’m starting to put together a list of headstones and monuments that need repair for the spring!

If you have a family member’s headstone that is broken, leaning, sunk, or in need of other preservation work, I’d love to hear from you. I’m willing to travel throughout Western and Central New York to help preserve these pieces of history and honor the people who came before us.

I’ll be taking on paid headstone repair and cleaning work this coming spring. If you have a stone that needs attention, now is a great time to reach out! I’ll be compiling a list over the winter and planning projects for the upcoming season.

Feel free to send me a message with the cemetery name, the individual’s name, the location, and a photo of the stone if possible. I can discuss the needed work and pricing with you.

Every grave has a story, and I want to help preserve as many of those stories as I can. Thank you all for your continued support!

10/18/2026

That's all folks!

As the weather gets colder, it's time to wrap up another season of cemetery preservation and look back at what we've accomplished this year!

2026 Season Totals:
🪦 336 headstones cleaned
🛠️ 156 headstones repaired
🇺🇸 13 veterans' graves marked or provided with replacement markers

Every stone preserved represents a little more history saved for future generations. Whether it's cleaning a monument, repairing damaged stonework, or making sure a veteran's service is properly recognized, every project helps tell the stories of those who came before us.

I also want to take a moment to thank my helpers, Scott Simmons and Chris Austin, for their time, hard work, and dedication throughout the season. Having people willing to lend a hand makes a tremendous difference, and I'm grateful to have them alongside me in this work.

Just because the season is ending doesn't mean the work stops!

Over the winter, I'll be continuing several important projects behind the scenes, including working to identify and mark unmarked veterans' graves at Mount Hope Cemetery, pursuing replacement government headstones for veterans whose existing markers have become unreadable, and continuing the transcription of additional town vital records to help preserve our local history and make these records more accessible for future research.

There is still plenty of history waiting to be uncovered, names waiting to be remembered, and stories waiting to be told. The winter months will give me time to focus on research, paperwork, and planning for the next season.

Thank you to everyone who has followed along, watched and shared my videos, offered encouragement, and supported these preservation efforts throughout the year. Every bit of support helps keep local history alive.

I'm looking forward to what the winter projects bring and to getting back out into the cemeteries next spring!

10/13/2026

You know what? I have 34,000 followers. Let's share the love! Go follow these people 👇.

The Cemetery Guy
Great before and afters.

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My SUVCW post.

thatgraveyardgal
All of these posts are great!

RootsandBranches
More Cleaning videos

Crazy Cemetery Lady
Cleaning videos everyday.

Past Preservation
His repair videos are perfect 👌.

The Confederate Cleaner
Awesome stories and excellent before and afters of Confederate heroes.

Historic Preservation Northwest
You'd love their before and afters!

Obelgoner Preservation & Supplies
He cleanes historic signs.

A Grave Attraction
More great cleaning videos

The Forgotten South
Great posts in general.

Graveyard Guru
Cleaning videos nearly everyday

Gravestone Guardians, Inc.
They travel all over New England repairing headstones.

Graveyard Girl
All of her posts are great!

Graveyard Glimpses
Excellent pictures and cleaning

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Nice before and afters.

Arnett's Monument Cleaning & Care Services LLC
Wonderful before and afters

10/11/2026

The Finger Lakes Times made a wonderful article about me. Hope y'all enjoy!

WEEKEND CONVERSATION WITH: Parker Maybe | News | fltimes.com https://share.google/L7MzP8xbi8cLr1uEN

A mix of clouds and sun during the morning will give way to cloudy skies this afternoon. Slight chance of a rain shower. High 67F. Winds light and variable..

10/04/2026

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