Headstone Monuments: Paying Tribute to the Deceased
Headstone Monuments: Paying Tribute to the Deceased
Monuments are a way to pay tribute to the life of an individual
who has passed on. They are often installed in cemeteries and
are similar to traditional headstone markers. Monuments come in
many different styles, shapes, and sizes. Headstone monuments
are smaller, yet still a memorable way to cherish and pay
tribute to the gravesite of a loved one.
Monuments can literally be less than one foot tall or as high as
desired. In the past, monuments were generally larger than what
they seem to be today; however, their purpose still remains the
same. Monuments can come in the shape of an object, such as an
angel or cross, or they can have a more traditional look.
Headstone monuments are found at the head of a gravesite and
they offer grave visitors information pertaining to the lady or
gentleman buried below. Headstone monuments are likely to list
the name of the deceased, their date of birth and death, and an
epitaph will likely be engraved. An engraved epitaph is
typically a short phrase used to summarize the life or qualities
that a deceased individual once had.
Headstone monuments can come in many different forms; however,
headstone monuments are monuments that are positioned at the
front or head of a gravesite. Upright monuments may be about
waist high; however, there are no limits on the amount or styles
of headstone monuments that can be purchased or custom made. It
is possible for a headstone monument to be a bench. These
benches are often used for visitors to view important
information pertaining to the deceased or sit and reflect on his
or her life.
As with caskets or other burial accessories, headstone monuments
can come customized according to the preference of the family.
Headstone monuments are traditionally made out of granite;
however, other materials may also be used. Granite is a material
that can come in different colors or designs. In addition to an
epitaph, it is possible for a picture or drawing of the deceased
to be attached to a monument.
Although the tradition may not be as popular as it once was
before, many family members still choose to be buried next to
each other or in a nearby cemetery plot. When a husband or wife
passes on, it is not uncommon for their surviving partner to
purchase two cemetery plots, side by side. Upright headstone
monuments can also be used to mark multiple cemetery plots.
Especially in cases concerning husbands or wives, it is possible
for one large headstone monument to contain information
pertaining to both individuals. If one individual passes on
before the other, one side of the headstone monument will remain
blank until the surviving partner passes on.
Personalized headstone monuments are a popular and special way
to pay tribute to a family member who has passed away. Your
family and close family friends will be likely to visit the
gravesite for many years to come. A personalized or traditional
headstone monument is a beautiful way to offer remembrance for
your loved one whether it be one year from now or a hundred.