1. Cemetery review
We begin with the cemetery’s requirements for size, base, material, finish and installation.
Personalized granite monuments
Custom upright headstones that preserve a meaningful legacy.
Traditional and fully custom upright memorials with portraits, artwork, faith symbols and inscriptions in English, Arabic, Dari, Farsi and other languages.
More room for a complete tribute
Upright monuments provide a prominent vertical surface for names, dates, longer inscriptions, portraits, decorative artwork and multilingual text. They may be designed for one person, companions or a family, depending on cemetery rules and available space.
We balance every element for clarity and proportion. Lettering size, contrast, photograph placement and artwork are considered together so the completed memorial remains dignified and readable.
Custom design choices
- Single, companion and family monuments
- Traditional and contemporary shapes
- Polished or contrasting finishes
- Portrait and scenic engraving
- Multilingual and faith-sensitive inscriptions
- Coordinating bases and ledgers when permitted
Our upright monument process
2. Personal design
Your family selects the shape, granite, wording, language, portraits and meaningful artwork.
3. Proof and approval
We provide a detailed proof and do not begin production until every approved detail is correct.
Islamic upright memorials
An upright monument may be a more respectful location for a Qur’anic verse or sacred phrase than a flat marker, because it is not installed where visitors may walk. Cemetery rules differ, so placement and permitted monument styles must always be confirmed.
Our experience with Muslim families helps us discuss these considerations sensitively while respecting each family’s preferences.
Delivery and installation
After production, we arrange delivery to the cemetery or another approved destination. Most cemeteries require their own staff or an approved installer to set the monument. For projects outside Southern California, we can discuss freight and shipping requirements.
Upright monument questions
Does every cemetery allow upright headstones?
No. Rules can differ by cemetery, garden and section. Written cemetery specifications should be confirmed before a design is finalized.
Can you create a companion monument?
Yes, when the cemetery allows it. Companion designs can coordinate names, portraits and inscriptions in a balanced layout.
Can the monument be shipped to another state?
Many projects can be shipped. We first need the dimensions, destination, cemetery requirements and receiving arrangements.