More than 200 butterflies were released to remember loved ones after a program filled with music and uplifting reflections during the annual Celebrating Life’s Stories^® Butterfly Release held on the campus of Ohio’s Hospice in Wooster on Sunday, June 2.  

This year’s release raised nearly $14,000 to directly support patient care and services at the not-for-profit organization.

Members of the community gathered on a cool but lovely day around the picturesque pond to celebrate and remember those family and friends they hold in their hearts. After the program, some attendees chose to take butterflies to release in gardens at home, a cemetery or another location with special meaning. For those not able to attend, butterflies were released on their behalf. Butterflies were also released by patients and family in the Stanley C. and Flo K. Gault Inpatient Pavilion.  

“We’re truly grateful to those that supported and attended our annual Butterfly Release,” said Katherine Grant, development director. “This event provides peaceful moments to remember loved ones as a community, and we are honored to provide this opportunity to celebrate.” 

Special thanks to Wooster Color Point for their continued support as presenting sponsor for this event and to the Romich Foundation for their in-kind support.