(KAIR)--The west side appearance of Atchison's LFM Park is forever changed following the Tuesday night loss of what was affectionately known as "The Soul Tree." 

The City of Atchison, Wednesday morning, posted to social media that the tree, referred to as "the beloved and ancient Siberian Elm tree," had "succumbed to the windstorm" Tuesday night. 

Acknowledging the "many residents and visitors who spent time under its branches through the years," the City of Atchison says there will not be a rush to remove the tree; instead, it would, for now, remain where it fell to allow community members to view the longstanding tree one last time. Also, the City says "options for the best ways to keep the trees legacy alive" are being explored, with the post asking for community input. 

Comments to the City's post offer a variety of proposals, from using the tree's wood to construct benches to allowing local artists to utilize it for related projects.