Mayor Names Honorary Conch

Mayor Craig Cates commended Jane Newhagen with the highest Key West honor during the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Sexton’s House at the Key West Cemetery on Wednesday. He proclaimed her an honorary Conch.

Newhagen became involved with the Key West Cemetery after she graduated the Key West Ambassador Academy 11 years ago. She began by volunteering, helping organize and preserve burial records. She continued as a part time helper, then was hired full time. Mayor Cates noted that Newhagen has been “a driving force in updating our 169-year old records.”

With her diligence, families know where their loved ones are buried, and a vital part of our island’s history is preserved.

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