William Donell Scott

Plant a Living Tribute

Plant Trees in Memory of William Donell Scott

Honor their memory with a lasting tribute that grows over time. A meaningful alternative to flowers, with a beautiful certificate shared with the family today.

Plant Trees in Memory of William Donell Scott
  • Share a Beautiful Certificate: Send the certificate yourself by email or text, or have us send it directly to the family.
  • Your Gift Is Seen: Choose to have your tree donation recognized on the Condolences & Tributes page.
  • A Thoughtful Alternative: Ideal for "In Lieu of Flowers" or when it's too late to send flowers.
  • Planted Locally: Trees are planted in areas that need reforestation in partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation.

Select Number of Trees

Choose Your Own Number

How It Works

Select Certificate Delivery Method

Select the number of trees and how the family receives the certificate:

  • Send It Yourself: We email you the certificate. You forward it by email or text.
  • We Send It for You: We email or text the certificate directly to the family on your behalf.
  • No Contact Details? The certificate is sent to the family through the funeral home.

You can also include a personal message.

Your Tribute Is Seen

Choose to have your tree purchase appear on the Condolences & Tributes page, so the family sees your gift.

Trees Are Planted

Trees are planted by the Arbor Day Foundation in areas of greatest need.

Your living tribute helps restore forests.

A Trusted and Lasting Tribute

In partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation, trees are planted in areas that need reforestation.

Each tree helps restore forests, improve air and water quality, and gently cool the earth.

A simple gesture today becomes a lasting tribute that continues to grow.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Trees are planted through our partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation as part of ongoing reforestation efforts.

No. Trees are planted in dedicated reforestation areas, not at the cemetery or funeral home.

Trees are planted in the United States in areas of greatest need, based on long-term environmental impact.

Through our planting partners, a growing variety of tree species are planted based on the needs of each region and ecosystem. Species may include:

  • Ponderosa Pine
  • Red Spruce
  • Longleaf Pine
  • White Oak
  • Jack Pine
  • Mangroves
  • Douglas Fir

… and many others selected to support healthy forests and long-term restoration efforts.

No. Planting locations and tree types are selected by forestry experts to ensure the highest survival and environmental benefit.

Trees are planted during optimal seasons, typically in the spring or fall following your order.

Planting trees creates a living tribute that grows over time and helps restore forests. You'll receive a certificate to share, and your tribute can be recognized on the Condolences & Tributes page.
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