For the first time in 60 years, the mysterious "Poe toaster", who every year on the birthday of Edgar Allan Poe leaves roses and a bottle of good cognac on the grave of the great American writer, has failed to appear – sparking concern and speculation that some macabre fate has befallen the unknown tribute-payer.

The custom of tending the graves of dead celebrities is not uncommon – many left-leaning folk make a pilgrimage to Highgate cemetery, for example, to lay flowers at the memorial of Karl Marx, while Doors fans pay their respects to the grave of Jim Morrison in Paris, to name but two. The Poe toaster has become an institution in Baltimore, however, in part due to the picturesque and well-chosen nature of the posthumous gift (presumably because Poe was noted for being fond of his liquor).

So, inspired by the Poe toaster's example, which historical figure or defunct celebrity would you – or do you – leave a graveside tribute to? And, pray, what form might your token to their departed soul take?