Expired Parking Meter Gravestone in Florida, Massachusetts

In a small cemetery next to a Baptist church in Florida, Massachusetts, a lone parking meter stands among rows of traditional stones and flowers. This unusual memorial marks the final resting place of Gordon “Gordy” Burdick, who died in January 2003. The quirky headstone was chosen by Gordy himself before his death. His wife, Joyce Burdick (d. 2011), is also buried there, commemorated by the same meter. Joyce’s plaque affixed to the device reads: “If there’s ever a time I can not be with you, keep me in your heart and mind and I will always be there.”

While no amount of quarters can bring Gordy or Joyce back, this whimsical choice of memorial attracts curious visitors to their eternal parking spot.