Upright Memorials
Upright memorials are a timeless and traditional choice, offering ample space for meaningful design, text, and personalization. There are two primary upright memorial styles: single and companion memorials.
An upright consists of three parts: tablet, base, and foundation. The tablet is set vertically and is usually 6” or 8” in thickness/width. The base elevates the tablet and protects it from lawn mowers. The foundation is set level with the ground and is designed to keep the memorial upright over time.
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Single upright memorials are slightly smaller and are designed to honor one individual.
Companion upright memorials are larger, allowing space for additional names, text, and design elements to memorialize two individuals together.
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The overall size of a upright memorial is limited only by budget and the rules and regulations of the cemetery. Memorials also cannot be larger than the burial space typicall; a standard burial space is 4 feet wide and a two-grave lot is typically 8 feet wide.
For individual upright memorials, the most common and standard size is 24” L x 6” W x 20”H but can be made larger or smaller.
For companion upright memorials, the most common and standard size is 36” L x 6” W x 20” H. Companion memorials can range in size more broadly than individual memorials and lend themselves to creative use of the burial space.
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Upright memorials cost more than lawn level markers as they are larger and involve more material. Cost is determined by color of granite and final sizing. We will work with you to fit a memorial within your budget.
