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According to ChatGPT:
"The 'Shark Stone' in Allegheny Cemetery for Lester C. Madden is indeed a unique and intriguing headstone. Lester C. Madden's family chose to design his headstone with an image of the open jaws of a great white shark as a distinctive and personal tribute. The choice reflects Madden’s deep passion for sharks and marine life.
"Lester C. Madden was known for his enthusiasm for oceanic creatures, and the shark emblem on his headstone serves as a fitting tribute to his interests and personality. The use of such a striking and specific image makes the headstone stand out and commemorates his life in a way that reflects his individual interests and legacy."
I am happy with the information ChatGPT provided and hope it is true/accurate, given that a reasonable assumption might be that Mr. Madden died after being attacked by a shark!
Assuming the information is correct, I love the bold and playful irreverence of the family's choice of headstone. What a great way to keep his memory alive by drawing attention to him long after his death. After all, a headstone is meant as a memorial, and in that regard, this one is quite effective. Anyone who happens upon this headstone in the cemetery will be drawn to it, so Mr. Madden will probably never really be forgotten - how lovely is that?
It is possible, too, that Mr. Madden himself designed his own headstone. The idea that he did design it, makes me laugh out loud, so if he did, my hat goes off to him.
Either way, if you’re in the area, it’s worth seeing because it is such an unexpected and unique thing to find in a cemetery.
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My citation for the answer I received from ChatGPT is as follows:
OpenAI. *ChatGPT*. August 12, 2024. [chatgpt.com].
2015APR11 SLYNNLEE-1996