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Marble vs. Granite Headstones: Choosing the Right Memorial
A headstone serves as a lasting tribute to a loved one, offering a place for reflection and remembrance. When choosing a headstone material, two popular options emerge: marble and granite. Both offer unique aesthetics and characteristics. This blog...
How To Design a Headstone
A headstone serves as a permanent tribute to a loved one who has passed away. It's a physical representation of their memory, a place for family and friends to visit and reflect. Designing a headstone can feel like a daunting task, but with these...
What Do Coins on a Headstone Mean?
Headstones, those solemn markers in cemeteries, often bear silent tributes left by visitors. Among these, coins hold a particular intrigue. You might have seen them – a penny, a nickel, or even a quarter resting on the granite surface. But what do...
Guide to Headstone Inscriptions and Gravestone Wording
Choosing the right words for a headstone inscription is a deeply personal and significant decision. It’s a way to honor and remember a loved one, capturing their essence and the impact they had on the world. Whether you’re looking for inspiration...
Meaningful Things to Put on a Gravesite
Visiting a gravesite is a deeply personal and emotional experience, a time to honor and remember loved ones who have passed away. Placing meaningful items at a gravesite can be a heartfelt way to express love, respect, and remembrance. Whether...
10 Headstone Design Ideas: Crafting Lasting Memorials
In the realm of commemorating a loved one's life, headstones hold profound significance. They serve as enduring symbols of remembrance, offering solace and connection to those who visit. Headstones are more than mere markers; they encapsulate the...
Exploring Unique Gravestone Designs and Customization Options
Gravestones serve as enduring tributes to our loved ones, preserving their memory for generations to come. In recent years, there has been a notable shift towards personalized and unique gravestone designs, reflecting the individuality and...
Finding Comfort and Beauty: Choosing a Grave Marker for Your Veteran Spouse
In times of loss, finding solace and creating a lasting tribute for a beloved veteran spouse is a significant and heartfelt undertaking. At Shastone Memorial, we understand the importance of honoring the memory of those who have served our nation...
5 Reasons Why People Place Stones on Graves
The act of placing stones on graves has been a longstanding tradition with deep cultural and symbolic significance. In this blog post, we'll explore the meaningful reasons behind this age-old practice. Whether you're considering headstones in NYC,...
We service all cemeteteries and all faiths throughout the tri-state area.
There is much to consider when selecting a memorial such as: size, color, finish and the inscription. We would like to help with our sympathetic understanding and nearly century old experience in memorial art. If you do not see a monument that meets your specific criteria, please contact one of our designers to create your unique memorial.