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Picking a memorial for a family member or a friend is an essential part of funeral planning. They usually include relevant and significant details about the deceased and the one you choose on your loved one’s behalf will be in place for a long time. There are several factors to consider in the process to ensure that your selection accurately represents the life of the person. Here are some suggestions to help you get started.

What to Think About When Choosing the perfect Headstone

1. Type

A person’s headstone denotes their final resting spot, however the design of the monument could be contingent on the chosen plot. Certain cemeteries have specific requirements for monuments, while others allow families to choose the style they prefer. For instance, a veterans cemetery might require that all grave markers be of the same size, shape, and type of material. For more information, you can contact the facility’s management team.

Headstones may be flat or upright, and some can have a slope facing the front. Kerbed headstones are parallel to the ground, and may also feature an upright slab with its top marked. Your personal preference will determine which option you pick. You must ask for samples of each in your funeral planning.

2. Material

There are many materials available for grave markers. Granite is highly sought-after due to its cost and durability and is available in a variety of shades. Marble isn’t as durable however, it does have an unique set of blue and gray veins that add beauty to the stone. Limestone is a traditional stone, but it’s more brittle and thus more prone to weathering in time. Bronze and stainless steel are durable, but they often cost more than stones.

3. Design

The style of the headstone relates to the shape and finish. It is possible to make the headstone of your loved one into an emblem or meaningful object, such as the book, cross or heart. It can be polished, semi-polished or frosted. It is also possible to opt for a rock piece that is natural and has hand-chiseled designs.

4. Inscriptions

You can make engravings simple or elaborate. You can include names of the deceased, their birth and date of death along with family designations such “mother wife, husband or father, daughter or sister”. Symbols, photos and other etchings could also be included. It is possible to tie in information that relate to other elements of the funeral and also. Include Grave Cleaning in the memorial that will be read at the graveside.

Bottom Line:

It is crucial to think about the preferences and personality of your loved one when choosing a headstone. There are many choices to pick from, so you can be sure that you will find the perfect memorial for their life and death.