People have had pets for centuries, over the years the role our pets play in our lives has changed from pet, to companion or best friend, and now for some of us our pets are our children. No matter what your pet was to you, when they pass on there is a sense of sadness. No one to welcome you…
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Today is National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day and Americans everywhere are reminded of the sacrifices and lives lost during WW2 and the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor. Every year millions of people from around the world travel to Oahu, Hawaii to visit the Pearl Harbor Memorials and pay tribute to the 2,403 people that lost their lives on December 7,…
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Although headstones are designed to with stand the tests of time, they will eventually show some signs of deterioration. When visiting a loved one’s memorial, take a moment to inspect the headstone for any telltale signs of damage. If you do see any signs of damage or deterioration be sure to take notes, of the visible issues, and then contact…
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Cremation is not a new alternative. In fact, modern cremation originated in 1873, over a century ago, in Italy. However, America didn’t adopt cremation until a few years later in 1876. For decades in-ground burials have been the go-to for eternal rest; because, they provided friends and family with a place to mourn and pay their respects and, at the…
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When memorializing a Veteran of the United States Military, family members have a couple of different options. The most affordable option is applying for a Government issued headstone, or grave marker, through The Department of Veteran Affairs. Government issued headstones and grave markers are uniform in style, and personalization options are limited. Alternatively, family members have the option of having…
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Following the loss of a loved one there are many decisions to be made, including deciding on an inscription or epitaph, for the headstone. Selecting an epitaph for the headstone is something to carefully consider. An epitaph is a quote or short phrase that is inscribed onto the headstone or burial monument of a loved one. This inscription is a…
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When it comes to burial monuments for family plots, there are a few options to consider. Mausoleums and upright monuments are the two most common choices; however, lawn level, bevel, and even slanted markers have enough room to memorialize two people. When considering options for family monuments, it is best to start by knowing how many people will be memorialized,…
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Civic monuments, also known as community monuments serve as a beautiful reminder as they combined history, art, and culture into one decided master piece. Community monuments are often erected in honor of, or to pay tribute to an important person, group of people, or an event that played a significant role in history. Community monuments are, in many ways, the…
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Personalizing a loved one’s headstone is an important part of memorializing and honoring the life of our loved ones. When personalizing a loved one’s headstone, we should consider the things that set them apart and were important to them, such as their interests, hobbies, career, family and life style. Selecting a headstone style, size, and material is only the first…
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Dating all the way back to the 18th century, instead of carving headstones they were decorated with symbols of death such as a skull, winged cherubs, or a heavenly crown. It was not uncommon for people to also use items from an event in the life of the deceased, or even something that represented how they died. These symbols were…
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