The loss of a loved one can be a tremendously painful experience for everyone involved. Simply absorbing and adjusting to the death of a close friend or family member takes an enormous emotional and physical toll. That impact is only complicated when a mourner must stack funeral preparation on top of that suffering. As a […]
Read MoreThe Best Ways to Clean and Polish Bronze
Bronze grave markers and bronze embellishments on memorial monuments are beautiful ways to remember the important people in our lives who have died. Bronze is timeless, elegant, long lasting and durable, but over time will give in to effects of weathering and other damage by harsh elements. Dulled and discolored bronze can ruin the appearance […]
Read MoreWhy Is Granite Used for Headstones?
When someone passes away, their memory can live on through words etched into a headstone. Of all the grave marker materials available, granite comes highly recommended by those in the memorial industry. In fact, granite headstones and monuments have been used for centuries to memorialize people, and for good reason: this hard rock offers numerous […]
Read MoreWhat Is a Bevel Marker?
Whether you are making arrangements following the recent passing of a close family member or friend or planning ahead for yourself to ease the burden on your family, choosing the right headstone marker can be difficult. With so many options to choose from, narrowing down your selection to something that is economical, physically appealing and […]
Read MoreDouble Headstones Explained
When couples, or two companions who were very close to each other during their lives, desire to be buried together, they can select either a double plot or two individual plots side by side. However, because the selected plot will be different than the standard grave, a unique headstone will be required to commemorate both […]
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