A family describes placing a late relative’s ashes around a grand pine tree in a park without permission. The account is presented in a personal narrative style, with the family saying their action goes against the deceased’s apparent preference, and that the relative “never agreed” to be turned into something symbolic. The story then recounts that about a year later lightning struck the pine and split the tree into two. The family questions the circumstances surrounding the incident, framing it as an unexpected consequence of the earlier decision. Across the sources, the main elements remain consistent: ashes are scattered around a pine tree in a public park without prior approval; the family ties the act to the deceased’s wishes; and a year after the scattering, the pine is damaged by lightning and split. The articles do not provide further investigation details, official responses, or legal outcomes, focusing instead on the family’s experience and reaction to the event.