NEW MONUMENTS
Each monument designed and lettered to order for the family it serves.
Uprights, slants, markers, benches, and cremation memorials — designed from scratch, built to last, and set with care. We guide you through every step.
MONUMENT TYPES
Familiar forms, individually shaped
Most memorials begin with a familiar form — but the design, proportion, lettering, and finish are worked out for your family, your cemetery, and your lot. We work in every common monument type, and every piece is designed to order.
Classic Upright
The traditional vertical monument set on a base. The most prominent form, with full surface area for lettering, artwork, and family detail.
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Slant Monuments
A lower-profile monument with an angled face that slopes back toward the viewer. More visible than a flat marker, more economical than a full upright.
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Markers
Flush or near-flush memorials in flat or bevel profiles. A primary memorial, a companion piece, or a deliberately quieter form on the lot.
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Smaller Memorials
Smaller-scale cemetery memorials with the same granite, lettering, and design options as our full-size work. A deliberate choice for tighter lots or a more restrained presence.
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Cremation Memorials
Memorials designed to hold cremated remains, with sealed niches integrated into the form. Single, companion, and multi-niche family memorials.
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Bench Memorials
Memorial benches in park, flat, and cremation styles. Standalone memorials, or companion pieces alongside another monument.
Learn moreTHE PROCESS
From first conversation to final installation
Every memorial moves through a clear sequence: stone selection, layout development, proof approval, production, and installation. We keep families informed at each step — you'll always know where things stand and what comes next.
- Stone & design direction
We start with the type of memorial and the granite — color, finish, and overall design direction. Some families choose from established forms; others develop something more custom. Either way, the design is yours.
- Layout & lettering
Lettering, artwork, and layout are developed together, adjusted until everything is right and the design is ready for your approval.
- Proof approval
You review and sign off on a final proof before production begins. Nothing moves forward without your clear written approval.
- Production
The memorial is produced to the approved design. We discuss timelines honestly and keep you updated so there are no surprises.
- Delivery & setting
We coordinate delivery and installation directly, including cemetery access and scheduling. You will know when to expect us.
IN THE SHOWROOM
Come see the stone before you decide
See granite colors and finishes in person, compare styles, and talk through options at your own pace. Some families arrive knowing exactly what they want. Others are just beginning to think it through. Both are welcome — there's no obligation to decide on the spot.
Indoor and outdoor display
Our St. Albans location includes both an indoor showroom and an outdoor display, so you can view materials, finishes, and monument forms in person.
No pressure, plain answers
Visits are unhurried. We'll walk through options, answer questions directly, and help you understand what makes sense for the memorial, the cemetery, and your family's situation.
Bring what you have
Photos of the cemetery lot, measurements, existing monuments, or notes on what you have in mind can be helpful, but they are not required.
FAQ
New Monument FAQs
Answers to what families most often ask about timing, cost, and how we work together.
How long does a new monument take from first conversation to setting?
Project length varies more than most families expect. A piece from our display, or one we can source quickly, can move fast. A custom design, imported granite, or extra time spent on the family's or cemetery's side can extend things significantly. We give a realistic timeline once we understand what you're looking for and where it's going.
What's a typical price range, and what drives the cost?
Prices vary widely with stone, size, and the work going into the design. The biggest drivers are stone choice (color, origin, size), the amount of carving and lettering, and any added pieces like vases, plaques, or ceramic portraits. We give a clear quote once we understand what you're looking for.
Do we need to know the cemetery and lot before we start?
It helps, but it's not required to get started. Cemeteries each have their own rules on stone size, material, finish, and placement, so we usually confirm those before finalizing a design. If the cemetery isn't settled, we can still talk through options. We just hold off on locking specs until it is.
Can we bring our own design, photo, or sketch?
Yes. A photograph, a sketch, or a description over the phone are all fine starting points. Our in-house design team adapts ideas to work in stone, accounting for what carves cleanly, what holds up over time, and what reads at the size you've chosen. Custom artwork is one of the more common ways we work.
Do you handle cemetery permits and coordination?
Yes. We coordinate directly with the cemetery on permits, layout approval, foundation requirements, and access for setting. You don't need to be the go-between unless you want to be.
What if we don't know what we want yet?
That's a normal place to start. Most families come in with general ideas, not a finished plan. A showroom visit lets you see granite colors, finishes, and forms in person, and we can talk through layout and lettering from there. No obligation to decide on the spot.
Can changes be made during the process?
Yes, up to a point. Layout and lettering can usually be adjusted before the proof is approved. Once the stone has been ordered or carved, changes become much harder. That's why we ask you to review the written proof carefully before signing off.
Ready to begin designing a memorial?
You don't need a finished plan — just a place to start. Come see stone in person, share what you're thinking, and we'll help you find the right direction at your own pace.