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The passing of a loved one can be overwhelming in many ways, especially if you’re responsible for arranging their last wishes, like ordering a grave marker. In this difficult time, it’s understandable to want each step of the process to be as uncomplicated as possible. By learning the answers to a few basic questions, you can ensure the process goes smoothly.

A Guide to Creating Grave Markers

What materials, styles, and colors are available?

The majority of memorials and grave markers are made from granite. For a plaque-style marker, consider bronze. If you’re looking for color versatility, natural stone offers the most variety. Granite color options come in black, gray, brown, blue, and red.

What goes on a headstone?

grave markerBesides your loved one’s name, date of birth, and date of death, the content of the headstone is up to you. It could be a meaningful quote or religious symbol, or you could opt for laser engraving to imprint a graphic or photograph onto the memorial. You may need to take timing into account based upon your final design choices.

Are there rules or limitations to consider?

Each cemetery will likely have rules about what types of monuments they allow. As long as the memorial meets the cemetery’s requirements, all you need to do is choose a company that can create it.

There are no limitations based on the mode of burial, however. For example, you can still create a memorial for a loved one who is cremated so that you have a place to visit and commemorate their life. There’s also the option of using a columbarium or mausoleum.

How does the process work?

Upon finding out what you want for your loved one’s grave marker, a memorial company will present you with a proof of the design for your approval. After that, they’ll create the marker, which may take two to as long as six months, depending on its complexity. 

Commemorate your loved one’s life by working with Sweet-Woods Memorial Co. to create a beautiful and thoughtful grave marker. Located in Phoenix, NY, this company has nearly 100 years of experience crafting breathtaking memorials for families throughout Syracuse and Oswego, Onondaga, Cayuga, and Madison counties. They also offer restoration and repair services after installation so that your loved one’s legacy is always honored. Get started by calling (315) 695-3376 or visiting the website.

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