Community members gathered around Casey Ropers Memorial Tree at St. Regis School on Sunday December 12, to take part in the 25th Annual Compassionate Friends Worldwide Candle Lighting Ceremony. This tradition was brought to the town of St. Regis by Cathryn Briggs, Casey's mother. Over the years of honoring passed loved ones, Briggs has added her own special touches to the ceremony and has 12 angels dedicated hanging from the tree. (Amy Quinlivan/Mineral Independent)
December 20, 2021
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