It sits on a landing under the watchful eyes of stone inukshuks and cairns.
Like a cathedral in the pines, it's a peaceful memorial in a hemlock grove to a man known for his easy-going nature, sense of community and skills as a valley bicycle mechanic and ski technician.
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