Our Mission

Creating Lasting Ocean Memorials with Purpose and Peace

Reef in Peace was founded to provide families with a meaningful alternative to traditional burial and ash scattering while supporting the restoration and protection of marine ecosystems.

Our Story

Honoring Life Through The Sea

Reef in Peace was inspired by the life and legacy of my father, Brian Bayford— a lifelong entrepreneur who was always searching for meaningful ways to build, create, and leave a lasting impact on the world around him.

After his passing, he became part of a memorial reef and was placed in one of his favorite locations off the coast of Venice Beach, Florida. What began as a deeply personal experience quickly became a greater mission: helping other families find a peaceful, meaningful alternative to traditional burial while contributing to the restoration and protection of our oceans.

At Reef in Peace, we believe memorials should do more than honor a life — they should create a lasting legacy. Each memorial reef serves as both a place of remembrance and a living contribution to marine ecosystems, allowing loved ones to remain connected to the beauty, peace, and timelessness of the sea.