The first memorial reef in the nation was launched earlier this month 5 miles off the coast of Ocean City in Cape May County and a Ship Bottom couple, both state licensed funeral directors, was there for the dedication.
Mark and Mary Bannworth have recently partnered with Memorial Reefs International for the inaugural dedication ceremony. A second dedication ceremony, also off the coast of Ocean City, is scheduled to take place next month. It’s likely the last dedication until spring.
“The mission at Memorial Reefs International is rehabilitation and protection of the world’s ocean ecosystems through…
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