The Roger and Lucy Elliott Memorial, unveiled in 2016 at Vale Cemetery near Bonaparte, IA, is a stunning bronze relief sculpture commemorating the lives of Roger and Lucy Elliott, parents of Gabriel, Spencer, and Cassie. The 18-inch by 18-inch bronze panel features a detailed relief of two willow trees, three leaping fish, and a grassy riverbank, symbolizing the natural beauty and tranquility that defined their lives, and family activity they enjoyed. The textured back of the sculpture mimics the bark of a white oak tree, adding depth and connection to the natural world. The sculpture is set atop a limestone step from the Elliott homeplace, honoring their legacy on the original homestead.
