.png)
Memorial Design Guide
Memorial Type
Flat Markers
Flat or lawn‑level markers are the most common memorials, crafted in granite or bronze and available in many sizes.
-
Flush markers sit at the head of the grave.
-
Ledger markers cover the length of the plot. All flat markers are installed on a concrete foundation. CLICK HERE FOR GRANITE FLAT MARKER IDEAS.
Bevel Markers
Bevel (or “pillow”) markers rest slightly above ground with a gently sloped face for improved visibility. They offer more styling options than flat markers and are also set on a concrete foundation. CLICK HERE FOR SLANT AND BEVEL GRANITE MEMORIAL IDEAS.
Slant Markers
Slant markers stand 12–16 inches tall with a steeply angled face that provides strong visibility. They may be placed on a granite base or installed directly on a concrete foundation, with options for rough or polished finishes. CLICK HERE FOR SLANT AND BEVEL GRANITE MEMORIAL IDEAS.
Upright Monuments
Often called headstones, upright monuments include traditional tablets, bases, statuary, and more artistic or elaborate designs. They offer the greatest opportunity for personalized, lasting tribute. CLICK HERE FOR UPRIGHT GRANITE MEMORIAL IDEAS.
Bronze Markers
Bronze markers provide long‑lasting durability with minimal weathering. Families select a style and personalize the name, dates, and design elements. Bronze pieces are typically mounted on a granite base for installation. CLICK HERE FOR BRONZE MARKER IDEAS.
Memorial Benches
Memorial benches honor loved ones in a meaningful, functional way. They can serve as cemetery memorials, cremation repositories, or community tributes donated by families, organizations, or clubs. CLICK HERE FOR BENCH MEMORIAL IDEAS.
Pet Memorials
Pets are cherished family members, and their memorials can be just as personal. Options include pet stones, grave markers, plaques, urns, and other keepsake items. CLICK HERE FOR PET MEMORIAL IDEAS.
What type of memorial
are you interested in?
​
Consider how large of a
memorial you want.
​
We will take care of
getting all of the dimensions necessary for you.
What finish do you
want for your memorial?
​
There are many options for finishes, the most popular are:
polished, rock pitched, steeled, sawn, axed, and shell rock.
​
We will show you all of your options and answer any questions you have regarding choosing a finish for your monument.
​
Flat or shape carving is an option for all monuments.
​
The terms refer simply to
how the design is sandblasted into the stone.
​
Click here to see the difference between flat and shape carved.
What color stone
do you want?
​
Most stones are a version
of grey, red (pink) or black.
​
Click here for a complete list of colors of granite available.
​
What memorial design
do you want?
​
Most popular shapes
for the top of the monument
are serpentine, oval and flat.
​
Most monument sides are straight, but can also be tapered, convex or concave.
​
Consider what you would like to be on your monument.
​
Would you like to personalize with poems, items representing hobbies or sports,
scenery or pictures?
​
We will walk you through
every decision regarding the information that you
want on your memorial.