This tree was planted to the glory of god in praise and thanks for the life of Margaret Nakajima, a lady who loved this garden and who is sadly missed.
E1, Elder Gardens
We don't know when the tree was planted but presume it was a sapling at the time. We photographed it in 2013 so anyone who knows their tree growth stats could make an educated guess.
This section lists the subjects commemorated on the memorial on this page:
Margaret Nakajima
Andrew Behan attempted to research this lady and wrote: "The only lady I coul...
The unveiling of this plaque was reported in the East London Advertiser of 24 December 2009. Andrew Behan has researched the names on th...
None of these four plaques are visible in our photo (and still this was the best position form which to take the photo!) all being hidden...
The list on Hackney's plaques page includes this plaque, describing its location as "Playground between Queensbridge Road and Thurtle Roa...