ESCANABA — The OSF HealthCare St. Francis Hospital Auxiliary has kicked off its annual “Lights of Love” campaign. For a small fee, you can purchase a light in recognition of a loved one or pet.

Envelopes to purchase Lights of Love are available at the OSF St. Francis Hospital gift shop and front desk, and several community locations including Elmer’s County Market, Sayklly’s Confectionary and Gifts Ludington Street location and the Delta Animal Shelter. Lights can also be purchased online at osfstfrancis.org/lights.

“This is a wonderful way for people to remember or honor a loved one during the holiday season. It’s also a beautiful gift to give to somebody who has lost a loved one,” said Jean Arvan, director of philanthropy at OSF St. Francis. “Each year we receive requests for thousands of lights.”

Lights are hung on the hospital Christmas trees along US Highway 2 & 41. Trees will be lit and shining throughout the Christmas season.

Vistit the website osfstfrancis.org/lights to purchase a light or for additional Lights of Love forms to print and mail to OSF HealthCare, 3401 Ludington Street, Escanaba. For additional information, contact Jean Arvan at 786-5707, ext. 5516.