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Damaged Headstone After Installation? Who is Responsible For Repairs? Have you recently lost a loved one? Are you considering having a headstone erected in their memory? While the process may seem simple enough, there are some important points to consider when it comes to damages and repairs after the headstone is installed. Are you wondering …
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Even in death there is no rest for the rich and famous. Adoring fans and grave hunters flock from around the world to pay their respects and visit the grave sites of their favorite celebrities, heroes, and even those famous for egregious acts. When visiting these gravesites many will leave flowers, coins, small mementos, or …
Every morning at precisely 9:37 AM a moment of silence descends upon the grounds of the Pentagon Memorial. The water that flows into the strategically placed reflective pools ceases and for 1-minute the tragic loss of 184 American lives are remembered in silence. Located just outside the Pentagon, the construction of the National 9/11 Pentagon …
Throughout history the art of engraving stone has served a variety of purposes from recounting and paying tribute to significant moments and people throughout history, to memorializing the lives of loved ones, and those that came before us. Over the years, there have been many different types of stone used for engraving and creating stone …
Many years ago, crafting a memorial from granite was a very labor-intensive process. However, with today’s advancements in technology and with the use of motorized tools, monument builders are now able to design and build detailed monuments more efficiently. A memorial is the last impression made by the deceased and is often used to share …
When going through the process of having a headstone crafted, there are several choices that one must make. Such as selecting the stone type, color of granite, design, and shape of the headstone. In addition, one will also need to make decisions regarding the lettering and engraving style, as well as, the text style that …
Unless you have planned a funeral or purchased a headstone in the past, it is possible you have never even heard the word epitaph. So, what is an epitaph? The true definition is a phrase or statement written in memory of a person who has died, especially as an inscription on a tombstone. The word …
Purchasing a headstone can be a very confusing process, with so many decisions to make and design options available. Due to the overwhelming grief that often comes with laying a loved one to rest, there are many additional questions, aside from aesthetics, that many often forget to ask. Here are the top 10 questions you …
Every year millions of people visit our Nation’s Capital to learn more about our nation’s history. Washington D.C. is well known for its plethora of civic monuments, erected to honor and pay tribute to our many ancestors and the veterans that fought bravely for the American people and the American dream. When touring the Capital …
People have had pets for centuries, over the years the role our pets play in our lives has changed from pet, to companion or best friend, and now for some of us our pets are our children. No matter what your pet was to you, when they pass on there is a sense of sadness. …
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COVID-19 Update
We are continuing to practice social distancing and following CDC guidelines, to protect our community and staff. However, we are open and available to serve you. Todd and our engravers are back on premises working and we are accepting appointments during our normal operating hours. To schedule an appointment with us please call our office at (703) 527-7774 or email us at todd@cgmemorials.com.
Thank you for your understanding during this time. – The Columbia Gardens Memorials Staff
