Designing a Memorial

Step One: Make notes about the person whom the memorial will honor.

A granite memorial is a visible and lasting symbol of a life lived. It should capture the unique qualities and portray the personality of the person whose life it commemorates.

You begin the memorial design process by writing things down that best represent the life of your loved one. What comes to mind that represents their personality? What things were most important to them? For what talents, accomplishments or achievements are they best remembered? What hobbies did they enjoy? Where were their favorite places to vacation or spend time with family and friends?

Step Two: Consider design choices.

The Palm Memorial Design Center offers an extensive selection of monument designs and patterns. Design samples are available at the Palm Memorial Design Center. Select from various shapes, textures and design elements to find one that fits with your loved one’s personal taste or best represents them.

Step 3: Consider granite color choices.

Most granite memorials are available in a variety of colors, from common colors, to rare granite varieties from around the world. The available varieties are divided into three groups reflecting the composition and availability of the stone:

• The Prestige color group features only rare granites of the highest quality and brilliant colors.
• The Premium color group offers unusual color varieties available in limited supply.
• The Standard color group consists of two or more commonly available granite varieties.

Step Four: Personalize the memorial.

The Palm Memorial Design Center offers many options for personalization of granite memorials. Start with the lettering style appropriate for the design and color selected. Add artwork and emblems signifying religious faith, military service, career and hobbies. Add a favorite verse or quotation. Incorporate a picture or an etched portrait into the memorial.

Using your suggestions, Palm’s Memorial Designers will create a custom crafted memorial as unique as the individual it honors.

Step Five: Contact the Memorial Design Center to schedule an appointment to complete your memorial.