The historic Erie Cemetery remains closed to the public after severe storms hit the city of Erie earlier this month, causing widespread property damage.
High winds knocked down at least 200 trees across the grounds and damaged at least 100 headstones, according to the Erie Cemetery Association.
Serving as the final resting place for more than 56,000 people, the nearly two-century-old cemetery is facing a lengthy cleanup effort. To assist with the recovery, the non-profit Sisters of St. Joseph Neighborhood Network has launched a fundraising initiative to support the cemetery association in clearing the fallen timber and restoring the grounds…