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A monument is a portrayal of a person's life. No doubt, you want your
monument to reflect the passions and vivaciousness of the individual being
memorialized. Through attention to detail and unhurried choices, we know your
monument will represent a lifetime of memories.
Logistics being what they are, some decisions will be the same regardless of
the type of marker you choose.
With that in mind, we've compiled a list of questions you will most likely
need to find the answer to before your monument can be completed. For your
convenience, you can click on the "Printable Version" button below to open the
questions in a new window from which you can use your "Print" button to send to your
printer. You can then write in your answers and bring the sheet with you
when you visit the monument company of your choice.
It is important to realize, most
cemeteries have bylaws which may limit the type, the size or shape of monument
you may choose for your sight. These bylaws are set out by each cemetery's
governing commity and will vary from one cemetery to the next.
To avoid disappointment, it is best to begin by contacting the Town, City or
company of your chosen cemetery to find out what their restrictions (if any) may
be.
Designing Your Monument - Questions to consider:
1. How many people will the monument represent? (An individual, a couple or an
entire family)
2. If two people’s names are to be placed on the monument, on which side should
each name be placed?
(Left or Right)
3. For each person on the monument, the following information:
a) Family Name
b) Given Name(s)
c) Maiden Name
d) Date of Birth
e) Date of Death
4 Would you like the family name to be placed on the back of the memorial?
5. If the monument if for a Mother and Father, would you like their childrens’
names placed on the monument?
6. If the monument is for a couple who were married, would you like the wedding
date on the monument?
7. Would you like a Verse on the Monument (a Verse is generally at the top,
before the names. For example: "In Loving Memory of")
8. Would you like an Epitaph on the monument? (an Epitaph generally follows the
names. For example: "Forever In Our Hearts")
Click here for Epitaph suggestions.
9. Would you like a Photo on the monument?
(example)
10. Would you like a Vase?
11. If a vase is selected, which side should it be placed on? (left side or
right side of monument)
12. What type of artistry design would you like on the monument? (flowers,
angels, wheat, work, hobbies, clubs, religious, pets, scenery)
13. If room allows, the Family name can be placed in a
panel with raised
lettering. Is this something that interests you?
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