Memorial Purchase Guide
Below is our step-by-step guide that will outline the memorial purchase process. We also would be more than willing to further help you in this process with an in person consultation.
Step 1. What cemetery is the plot located and what is the size of that plot?
• Cemetery regulations and plot size often determines memorial size.
Our Resources tab has links to local cemeteries rules and regulations.
• If you do not see your cemetery listed below, please inquire with us for further details!
Below is a list of Cemetery Plot Sizes
Akron Community Cemetery- Single Plot- 5 Feet, Double Plot- 10 Feet
Saint Joseph Cemetery, Akron- Single Plot- 5 Feet, Double Plot- 10 Feet
Saint Joseph Cemetery, Akron- Single Plot- 5 Feet, Double Plot- 10 Feet
Beth El, Cheyenne WY- 4 feet, Double- 8 feet
– Cemetery does not require entire plot to be covered.
Brush- Single Plot- 40 Inches, Double Plot- 80 Inches
– Cemetery staff pours concrete foundation.
Cedar Hill, Ouray- Single Plot- 54″ feet, Double Plot- 114 inches
Elwood Cemetery, Brighton- Single Plot- 48 inches, Double- 96 inches
Evergeen Cemetery, Deer Trail- 4 feet, Double-8 feet
– Cemetery does not require entire plot to be covered.
Fort Morgan- Single Plot- 5 Feet, Double Plot- 10 Feet
– Haven of Rest section only allows grass markers. – Cemetery requires for the entire plot to be filled with exact foundation size.
Grandview Cemetery, Wray- Single Plot- 5 feet, Double- 10 feet
– Cemetery does not require entire plot to be covered.
Genoa Community Cemetery, Genoa- Single Plot- 3 feet, Double- 6 feet
Genoa Lutheran Cemetery, Genoa- Single Plot- 4 feet, Double- 8 feet
Heart of Plains, Roggen- Single Plot- 4 Feet, Double- 8 Feet
– Cemetery requires approval of entire memorial set-up prior to installation.
Hillside Cemetery, Fort Lupton- Single Plot- 40″ in new section, 48″ in older plot locations, Double Plot- 80″
– Cemetery does not require entire plot to be covered.
Hoyt- Single Plot- 4 Feet, Double Plot- 8 Feet
– Cemetery does not require entire plot to be covered.
Kit Carson Community Cemetery- Single Plot- 4 feet, Double- 8 feet
Linn Grove Cemetery, Greeley- Single Plot- 4 feet, Double- 6 feet
– The memorial cannot exceed 75% of granite foundation.
Mount Olivet Catholic Cemetery, Wheatridge– 36 inches, Double- 72 inches
– Cemetery staff pours concrete foundation.
Ogalla Cemetery, NE- Single Plot- 4 feet, Double- 8 feet
Olinger Hampden Cemetery, Denver- Plot size depends on location. Single plot- 44″
Otis- Single Plot- 6 feet, Double- 12 feet
Pershing Memorial Cemetery, Limon- 5 feet, Double- 10 feet
Prairie View, New Raymer- Single Plot- 5 feet, Double- 10 feet
Saint Isidore Catholic Cemetery, Watkins- Single Plot- 4 feet, Double- 8 feet
– Cemetery does not require entire plot to be covered.
Seibert Cemetery, Kit Carson- Single Plot- 3 feet, Double- 6 feet
Sterling- Single Plot- 4 feet, Double- 8 feet
• Is a granite foundation or concrete present on the plot?
We prefer granite due to the lasting stability and smooth level surface. Foundations are required under all memorials with the exception of grass markers.
Granite Foundation Common Sizes:
4’L x 22″W x 4″T
5’L x 22″W x 4″T
6’L x 22″W x 4″T
8’L x 22″W x 4″T
10’L x 22″W x 4″T
Step 2. Choose a Memorial Style
The main three factors effecting price are: memorial size, shape, and color.
Memorial Uprights
Memorial uprights are the most common memorial style. Memorial uprights consist of two pieces of granite; the upright portion and base below which sit on the granite foundation.
Common Memorial Upright Sizes:
Two Individuals:
4’L x 6″W x 2’H
3’6″L x 6″W x 2’H
3’L x 6″W x 2’H
One Individual:
3’L x 6″W x 2’H
2’L x 6″W x 2’H
1’8″ L x 6″W x 1’8″H
Memorial Slants
Memorial slants are a budget friendly alternative to memorial uprights as the base below is optional; they generally sit directly on the granite foundation.
Common Memorial Slant Sizes:
Two Individuals:
3’L x 10″W x 1’6″H
3’L x 10″W x 1’4″H
2’6″ L x 10″W x 1’4H
One Individual:
2’6″L x 10″W x 1’4″H
2’L x 10″W x 1’4″H
1’8″ x 10″W x 1’4″H
Memorial Benches
Memorial benches can be created with or without a back support or arm rests. We can also create a fully custom memorial bench.
Grass Markers
Grass markers have a level top that is engraved on and are placed flush with the grass. A core hole or bronze vase is an option for flower placement.
Common Grass Marker Sizes:
Two Individuals:
5’L x 20″W x 4″H
4’L x 20″W x 4″H
3’L x 20″W x 4″H
One Individual:
3’L x 20″W x 4″H
2’L x 1″W x 4″H
20″L x 10″W x 4″H
Bevel Markers
Bevel markers are similar to grass markers as they are viewed from above although bevels sit directly on a granite foundation. The back portion of a bevel marker is raised higher than the front creating a small taper.
Custom Memorial Shapes
Our design team would be more than willing to help create a fully custom and unique memorial shape. Please view our Custom Shaped Memorials Gallery.
Common Custom Shapes:
– Heart shaped memorials
– Memorial with bench seat
– Teardrop memorials
– Cross memorials
– Mountain peak memorials
Step 3. Granite Colors
Typical pricing for color: gray < pink < brown < red < black < white marble < custom
** Granite is a product of nature and will vary between each memorial.
Georgia Gray
Elberton, GA
Morning Rose
Canada
Rustic Mahogany
Milibank, SD
Salisbury Pink
India
Colorado Mountain Red
Leadville, CO
India Red
India
India Rose
India
India Black
India
Jet Mist
Rapidan, VA
Swan Mist
India
Black Galaxy
Academy Black
Clovis, CA
Indian Smoke
India
White Marble
Marble, CO
Blue Pearl
Larvik, Norway
Bahama Blue
India
Emerald Green
Norway
Rainforest Green
Paradisso
India
Rainbow
Morton, MN
Carnelian
Milibank, SD
Cat’s Eye Brown
Brown Wood
Colonial Rose
Manitoba, Canada
Coral Pink
Plum Rose
India
India Dark Gray
India
Saint Cloud Gray
St. Cloud, MN
Diamond Gray
Isle, MN
Barre Gray
Barre, VT
Sierra Gray
Raymond, CA
Rockville White
Rockville, MN
Cirus Red
India
Design Process
All our memorials are completely custom. We create multiple scale drawings depicting the memorial and continue to alter the scale drawings until we create your vision.
Baker Sign
Baker Scale Drawing
Final Product
Gibson Vision
Gibson Scale Drawing
Final Product
Plant Vision
Plant Scale Drawing
Final Product
Ritchey Vision
Scale Drawing
Final Product
Juanita’s Vision
Scale Drawing
Final Product
LeKell’s Tricycle
Scale Drawing
Final Product
Judy’s Vision
Scale Drawing
Final Product
Margarita’s Stitch Work
Scale Drawing
Final Product
Ivonne’s Vision
Scale Drawing
Final Product
Tammie’s Vision
Scale Drawing
Final Product
Step 4. Additional Items for Purchase
Memorial Vases
Square Tapered Vases
Turned Vases
Cross Vases
Bronze Vases
Classic Vases
Core Hole Vase
Porcelain Images
Memorial Covers
Protect your purchase with a clear custom sized vinyl covers for your memorial. Memorial covers will prevent any environmental factors from affecting the granite.
Shepherds Hooks
Shepherds hooks are a great option if you would like to have hanging flower baskets or lights.
Step 5. Visit Your Local Cemetery
Viewing the memorials in person will give you a perspective for colors, sizes, and styles. Memorial designs are limitless. Please take pictures of the memorials are you favoring and we will be more than willing to help further guide you.