Hope Memorial
The Angels of Hope Memorial Woodbury is an everlasting tribute that supports our community in healing when the most difficult tragedy of losing a child occurs.
If you would like to donate to Angels of Hope Memorial-Woodbury through the Woodbury Community Foundation, you can click the link above to donate online. You may also send a check to:
*Please note in the memo field of the check that your donation is for Angels of Hope Memorial-Woodbury.
Inspired by the book
The Angel of Hope is inspired by the book, The Christmas Box, by Richard Paul Evans. The book lovingly tells of a mother’s grief and how her eventual solace over the loss of her child resulted from her frequent connection with “The Christmas Box Angel” as it is referred to in the book.
Created to honor all children
The Angels of Hope Memorial-Woodbury has been created to honor all children, like Natalie and Andra, who have passed too soon. The memorial angel is intended to be a place of peace that provides a tranquil environment to reflect, remember, and connect with our children forever.
In Memory of:
Natalie Ann Valitchka
For the Rageth family, Natalie Ann Valitchka their 32-year-old daughter passed on 2/19/2020. She was fun-loving, beautiful, and simply put, a most wonderful person. They miss her smiling face and positive spirit every day.
In Memory of:
Andra Sonnek
For the Sonnek family, Andra their 24-year-old daughter passed on 3/25/2019. She was spirited, passionate and so kind-hearted. There are no words that describe how much she is missed by her family.
180+ Sites
The Angel of Hope has become nationally recognized as a memorial site for children all around the world. There are currently 10 Minnesota cities and over 180 cities globally with Angel of Hope sites. Alongside the Angel are the engraved names of children who died far too soon, with a message from their parents, family, and friends honoring each child.
A Community Symbol
An Annual Ceremony
Once per year, Angel of Hope communities around the world gather and participate in a candle-lighting vigil. Woodbury’s semi-annual ceremony is in August. All community residents, family, friends, and visitors are warmly invited to join in our annual ceremony honoring the memories of children who have passed.
Monthly Informal Gathering
Our Angel community meets monthly to honor, remember, reflect and connect in a safe and informal space. Join us in fostering meaningful connections. Meetings are at King of Kings Lutheran Church in Woodbury the second Monday of the month at 6:00 PM. Contact Julie or Lynne or email angelsofhopememorialwoodbury@gmail.com
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Questions?
Please contact:
Julie Rageth: 612-237-1031 OR
Lynne Sonnek: 651-206-8655
angelsofhopememorialwoodbury@gmail.com