Choosing a gravestone engraving is a personal decision that can be difficult to make during an emotional time. The most common engraving includes the name, birth and death dates, and an epitaph. Regulations may apply to cemetery placement, and military service members may have limited options. Funeral home and cemetery personnel can provide guidance. The […]
Headstones mark graves and commemorate the dead, with basic information and sometimes short messages or ornamentation. Styles have changed throughout history and can be influenced by religion. Materials include stone, wood, metal, and concrete. Famous examples include Westminster Abbey and military cemeteries. Headstone makers are often located near cemeteries. A headstone is a carved monument […]
