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Scatter My Ashes at Wrigley Field
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Scatter My Ashes at Wrigley Field

Scott Simon on a place that's more than just a ballpark

Jul 16, 2023
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We’re continuing to celebrate some of our favorite pieces from our latest guide, which is dedicated to Chicago. Today we’re adding three new ones, featuring Scott Simon’s joyful look at Cubs fans (i.e., fanatics) who want their remains scattered at the team’s ballpark, Wrigley Field.

I’m including the full essay here (and it’s also available on our site…

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