Bowling Green to Host Memorial Tree Ceremony Oct 29
The local community will gather to honor the memory of Ava Woodcock in a service scheduled for late October.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Pregnancy
A memorial tree ceremony for Ava Woodcock is scheduled for October 29, 2026, in Bowling Green. Woodcock and her unborn child died in April 2026 following a shooting in Glasgow, Kentucky.
Why it matters
The ceremony serves as a community remembrance for Woodcock, whose death has prompted ongoing legal proceedings and family support efforts. Her family is currently working to adopt her young daughter, Chloe.
Official court filings confirm Brandon Bond is currently held on a $2 million cash bond while facing charges of murder and fetal homicide. The legal case remains active as the community prepares for the upcoming memorial.
The players
Ava Woodcock
The deceased individual whose life and pregnancy are being honored by family and the local community.
Brandon Bond
The defendant currently facing charges of murder, fetal homicide, and evading police.
The details
Brandon Bond faces multiple charges including murder and fetal homicide related to the April 2026 incident. A pretrial conference for the case is currently set for early 2027 to address the ongoing criminal proceedings.
Timeline
October 29, 2026, 5 p.m.: Memorial tree ceremony for Ava Woodcock.
January 25, 2027: Pretrial conference for Brandon Bond.
Health Landscape
This case sits within the broader application of Kentucky's fetal homicide laws following the tragic loss of a pregnant individual. The legal response underscores the serious legislative approach to crimes resulting in the loss of both mother and child.
The family has established a fundraising page to provide ongoing financial and emotional support for Woodcock's daughter, Chloe. Residents wishing to offer assistance or attend the memorial can participate in the local event this October.
The takeaway
The Bowling Green community will gather to honor the memory of Ava Woodcock with a tree planting ceremony. Those looking to support Chloe Woodcock can find details regarding her family's care through local community memorial channels.
What happens next
Brandon Bond has a pretrial conference scheduled for January 25, 2027.
Further reading
For resources on support and family care, visit our section on Pregnancy.
