Gray, Rosalie Woodburn - Restoration E2-133-NW 1/2

Archive

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Glenwood Cemetery

Name/Title

Gray, Rosalie Woodburn - Restoration E2-133-NW 1/2

Entry/Object ID

GCA3_0246

Scope and Content

The document includes correspondence from Martha Peterson to Richard A. Ambrus regarding the reinstallation of the Rosalie Woodburn Gray lot monument, which had shifted from its foundation and rotated 90 degrees to the north. In her message, Peterson also discusses the grave marker and references a poem related to Glenwood Cemetery. Additionally, this item contains timesheets and worksheets for the estate of Rosalie Woodburn Gray, detailing the scope of work undertaken. This includes tasks such as leveling stones, properly setting markers, and pressure washing the lot. Furthermore, the report highlights the employees involved, hours worked, details of the lot, completed tasks, vendor information, purchase order number, materials used, and equipment used throughout the project. It also features before-and-after photos of the lot, along with additional correspondence between Martha Peterson and Richard A. Ambrus regarding the epoxy used during the restoration.

Context

This artifact serves as an essential overview of the restoration efforts undertaken for various plots, monuments, and the cemetery as a whole. It aims to enhance understanding of the significance and impact of these initiatives.

Collection

Collection 03: Restoration Projects

Lexicon

Getty AAT

Concept

restoration projects, copings, restoration (process), sepulchral monuments

LOC Thesaurus for Graphic Materials

Documents, Photocopies, Sepulchral monuments, Restoration, Conversation & restoration, Plot plans

Search Terms

glenwood cemetery, glenwood cemetery historic preservation foundation, restoration, repair, rosalie woodburn gray, e2, 133, nw, 1/2

Archive Details

Creator

Glenwood Cemetery Historic Preservation Foundation

Date(s) of Creation

Oct 22, 2004 - Apr 28, 2005

Date(s) Material Assembled

Apr 28, 2005

Archive Size/Extent

9 pages

Primary Language

English

Archive Items Details

Container

Folder

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Documents

Height

11 in

Width

8-1/2 in

Location

Location

* Untyped Location

Collection 3, Box 2 [Archive Room]

Category

Permanent

Condition

Reason for Exam

Inventory

Overall Condition

Very Good

Condition Type

Wear, Creasing, Missing Areas / Holes

Date Examined

Nov 18, 2025

Surface

The item is free from rips, stans, and tears. The item exhibits general wear from use, creasing, and holes.

Materials

Paper

Copyright

Restrictions

Purchase of reproductions does not include publication rights. The use of or access to certain materials may be restricted for legal reasons or due to donor stipulations. Written permission to publish or display reproductions of Glenwood Cemetery, Inc. archive materials must be secured from the Foundation prior to use of the material. The following credit must be printed under each reproduction: “Reprinted with the permission of Glenwood Cemetery, Inc. & Glenwood Cemetery Historic Preservation Foundation”. Clearance of any copyrighted material is the responsibility of the person wishing to publish or display said material.

Reproductions

Notes

Written permission to publish or display reproductions of Glenwood Cemetery, Inc. archive materials must be secured from the Foundation prior to use of the material. The following credit must be printed under each reproduction: “Reprinted with the permission of Glenwood Cemetery, Inc. & Glenwood Cemetery Historic Preservation Foundation”.

Create Date

April 14, 2026

Update Date

October 14, 2026