Mausoleum:
These can be a building with stained glass windows and a
bronze door (called a walk in mausoleum). They can
also be a smaller above ground building that has no
windows or doors (called a crypt) where the person is
entombed. There is also a smaller version of a
crypt, used for cremations. This is called a
columbarium.
Bevel Marker: These are generally six,
eight, ten, or twelve inches above the ground, with the
back of the stone being slightly higher than the front.
Slant Marker:
These stand typically eighteen inches above the ground,
with the back of the stone straight vertical, and the
front sloping at about a 45 degree angle.
Traditional
Monument: These are typically a two piece
memorial consisting of an upright tablet and a base.
They can be any shape and have any carving inscribed on
them.
Flush:
These lay flush with the ground. They are
generally twenty-four inches by twelve inches, but can
be larger or smaller depending upon cemetery
requirements.
Bench: A
bench made out of granite. These can serve as
enduring memorials dedicating a park or other suitable
location. They can also be used as cemetery
memorials. Granite benches are growing in
popularity as landscape furniture in private residences. |
