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The Memorialist:
Laser Etchings Are Changing Memorialization
Author: Burton Fletcher
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Laser etchings are changing the appearance of monuments in ways that are revolutionizing the industry. Recently we were retained to design a memorial for the Barch family. A laser etching was used to create the font for the memorial. Though only the surface of the granite is scratched by the laser, we know you will find the results to be impressive. |
The Memorialist:
Memorialization: Silk Flowers
Author: Burton Fletcher
99
I have stated before that our "business is about memorialization, and this is more than just monument building." We sell engraved rock, oil paintings, porcelain family history plaques, porcelain photos, solar crosses, solar angels, engraved rock, and an assortment of memorial products. |
The Memorialist:
Telling A Life Story: Emi Takeuchi
Author: Burton Fletcher
98
My best friend in life is Emi, pronounced "Amy," Takeuchi. The following is a Family History Plaque that we manufactured for a preneed memorial for Emi and myself. Hundreds or even thousands of years from now, this porcelain plaque will remain as a testament to Emi's life and my love for her. We encourage all of our clients to allow us to tell their life story. After all, every memorial should capture the essence of a life. |
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The Memorialist:
Thoughts On How To Buy A Memorial
Author: Burton Fletcher
97
I often receive emails with the first line in the email asking something like, "How much is the X, Y, Z monuments on your website?" That question is an excellent starting point, and it is also good that the prospective client has contacted a well-educated professional who has more than two decades of teaching experience. |
The Memorialist: Elberton Memorial Honors Public Servants
Author: Burton Fletcher
95
I think it is terrific when our city, county, state and federal officials honor the folks who keep us all safe. The City of Elberton has a front lawn memorial to honor the police and fire fighters who spend their time protecting us. The memorial that has been erected stands proudly and captures the essence of pride that many of us feel towards our local protectors.
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The Memorialist:
Let a Solar-Lighted Angel Serve as Inspiration
Author: Burton Fletcher
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Angels are special symbols. Whether we think of seraphs, guardian angels, or cherubs, there is something magical about the symbolism of an angel that I enjoy. We have enjoyed the solar-lighted cross for less than a year, and now there is a solar lighted angel that we are thrilled about. 'Wow' is the word that comes to mind when I view the angel! Wow! Yes, it is that beautiful! |
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The Memorialist:
New Memorial Products: Solar Cross
Author: Burton Fletcher
90
Flowers die quickly after a funeral, and it takes time to design a high quality memorial, a task that is often not the top priority as a family deals with grief over the loss of a loved one. |
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The Memorialist:
The Small Tablet and Book Monument
Author: Burton Fletcher
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Question: We liked your article on the book shape for memorials. We are retired, and we live on a limited budget. What else can you recommend in this same theme?
Answer: Thanks for writing. I have an excellent idea with the book on top of the tablet. For the small monument, the book on top of the die (tablet) is one of my favorites. |
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The Memorialist:
McNeel's Vertical, Cable Monument
Author: Burton Fletcher
83
The monument shown with this article was publicized in McNeel's memorable, "The Greatest Name In Stonecraft." McNeel's has a section for double monuments of which the Cable Memorial represented on page 135 of this timeless treatise is an illustrated memorial. |
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The Memorialist:
McNeel's West Memorial, A Beautiful Vertical Monument
Author: Burton Fletcher
82
Here's another vertical monument design from page 104 of McNeel's classic, The Greatest Name in Stonecraft. I prefer vertical monuments over horizontal monuments for their distinctive appearance, their ease of location in the cemetery, and the blackboard-like space on the rear that allows great versatility for memorializing and presenting the "living legacy" SM of the deceased. |
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The Memorialist:
Mall Displays
Author: Burton Fletcher
81
For neophyte monument builders, there is an untapped avenue to reach customers, and that is through the local mall. Yes, I know this is nontraditional, and the talk of death makes some folks queasy, not to mention that some mall merchants will not want you located in a kiosk outside their store, but that is okay too. |
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