Sunday, April 25, 2010

Sunday Styles: Archways

Archways often symbolize the passage through which the soul will travel from this world to the next.  Most often referred to as heavenly entrances.  The arch is aslo known as a symbol for triumph or victory over life and death.

(Located at Bentonville Cemetery in Bentonville, AR)

(Located at Bentonville Cemetery in Bentonville, AR)


(Located in Goodnight Cemetery in Purdy, MO)

(Located at St. Patrick's Cemetery in Pierce City, MO)

Archways can also be found in the form of a solid stone like these.

(Located at Mount Calvary in Monett, Mo)

(Located at Mount Pleasant in Butterfield, MO)

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  1. Also, an urn with draped cloth means the end of a male line.

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