Portland woman honored for dedication to local cemetery, helping Girl Scouts (opens original article in a new tab)

Marianne Chapman, a lifelong Girl Scout, has dedicated 50 years to mentoring girls and preserving the Grand Trunk Cemetery in Portland. She was honored with the Juliette Low Spirit Award for her service.

• Chapman has been involved with Girl Scouts since childhood and mentored generations of girls.
• She led efforts to restore the neglected Grand Trunk Cemetery, which dates back to the War of 1812.
• The cemetery is now a service project for new Girl Scouts, with annual clean-up events.
• Chapman received the Juliette Low Spirit Award for her dedication and was granted permission to be buried at the cemetery.