Memorial Tree and Marker Program

Program Description

The Village of Homer Glen’s Memorial Tree and Marker Program provides the opportunity for family and friends to dedicate a tree and a long-lasting marker to commemorate a loved one. These can be purchased for many occasions including, but not limited to, the memory of someone who has passed, in honor of a service member, a birthday celebration, a graduation, or any other occasion. Such dedications will not only provide a lasting memory, but also will help beautify Village parks.

Tree Dedication

A memorial tree can be planted in a Village of Homer Glen park*. Village staff will provide a list of seven (7) tree species recommended for planting. This list is subject to change based on staff recommendations, planting site and nursery availability. These trees will measure at least 2” at the time of planting unless a multi-stem variety is chosen by the applicant. While all tree types and locations must obtain final decision by Village of Homer Glen staff, every effort will be made to accommodate the donor’s requests. Once planted, staff will provide the location and a photo of the dedication to the applicant. 

Recommended Tree Species List: 

  • American Hornbeam
  • American Sweetgum
  • Linden
  • Oak Species
  • Eastern White Pine
  • Hackberry
  • Eastern Redbud

For more information on select tree species, review the Village's Tree Guide.

Tree Marker

The applicant may choose to include a lasting tree marker to be installed at the base of the dedicated tree. This marker consists of an 8" x 6" bronze plaque set in concrete.

Tree Marker example
Installed Tree Example

Program Cost

  • Option 1: Tree Only, no marker ($300)
  • Option 2: Tree and Marker - Bronze plaque set in concrete ($800)

Program Details

  1. *As of 2025, Heritage Park will be temporarily unavailable for memorial tree and marker dedications due to future development plans. 
  2. Memorial tree and marker dedications will be located on Village property and maintained by Village staff. Contributions do not entitle the applicant to ownership of such memorial.
  3. Memorial decorations will not be permitted on or around trees. For safety and maintenance purposes, decorative items will be removed from the site by Village staff.
  4. No ashes (human or animal remains) are permitted.
  5. Applications will be accepted and reviewed year-round. Trees can only be installed in spring or fall. Staff will make every effort to honor the donor’s request in a timely fashion.
  6. The Village of Homer Glen reserves the right to relocate memorials at any time. If an item requires relocation, Village staff will contact the donor to provide alternate locations.
  7. The memorial tree and marker dedications are guaranteed for 10-years, in which any damage to such donations will be restored by Village Staff. In the case of damage after the 10-year guarantee, applicants have the option to replace dedications at the price set by the program at the time of replacement. Replacement trees during the warranty period will be funded through the Tree Replacement Fund. Markers may be placed near an existing tree on a case-by-case basis with the donation of a tree.