Creating a Permanent Place of Remembrance After Cremation
Cremation has become one of the most common choices for families today. For some, it offers simplicity. For others, it reflects personal values or financial considerations. As cremation continues to grow in popularity, families are also exploring meaningful ways to honor and remember the people they love. One truth remains consistent: remembrance matters. […]
How to Choose a Headstone – Cemetery Rules, Types & Granite Options
Most people never think about buying a headstone—until they have to. And when that moment comes, it’s often filled with grief, decisions, and more questions than answers. If you’re here, you may be trying to understand how to choose a headstone and where to even begin. For many families, the first surprise in […]
Revolutionary War Memorial
On April 19th in Beaverton, Oregon, a remarkable new chapter in American remembrance will be unveiled at Veterans Memorial Park. The Revolutionary War Memorial Dedication marks not only a tribute to the nation’s founding era (April 19, 1775 – September 3, 1783), but also a meaningful contribution to the broader celebration of 250 years of […]
Granite Memorial Finishes: How Texture Transforms Headstones
When designing a granite memorial, families often focus first on the color of the stone or the wording of the inscription. While these details matter, one often-overlooked element can make a memorial truly stand out: texture. The finish applied to a granite headstone or grave marker can dramatically influence both its appearance and overall feel, […]
How to Create a Granite Memorial for a Loved One
Designing a granite memorial when a loved one passes and honoring their life in a meaningful, lasting way becomes a deeply personal and emotional journey. A granite memorial, whether it’s a classic headstone, upright headstone, grave marker, or ledger stone, serves not only as a marker but as a tribute—a place where memories live on. […]
The Meaning Behind Common Monument Symbols: A Guide to Timeless Memorial Designs
Monuments and headstones are more than just stone markers; they are powerful tributes that tell a story. The symbols engraved on these memorials often hold deep significance, reflecting the personality, beliefs, or legacy of a love one’s life. Understanding these symbols can help families create meaningful and lasting memorials. Below, we explore some of the […]
Vietnam War Memorial Unveiled at Oregon State Capitol
The long-overdue Vietnam War Memorial was unveiled at Oregon State Capitol on November 23, 2024. The Vietnam War Memorial is made of 46 black granite columns engraved with the names of 790 Oregonians who lost their lives in the war. The names are listed under hometowns, from Albany to Yoncalla, all in capital letters. The […]
Author of state song gets new headstone in Warrenton
September 15th 2017 – Warrenton, OR John A. Buchanan, author of the state song “Oregon, My Oregon,” is buried in Ocean View Cemetery. Until recently, his resting place was marked by a fairly nondescript headstone with his name and years of birth and death. To make sure people do not forget her grandfather’s contribution to […]
Large crowd dedicates new Vietnam Veterans memorial in Springfield
November 11, 2016 – Springfield, OR Springfield’s Vietnam Veterans Memorial installation stands in a long tradition of OM Stone’s commitment to veteran communities. With a stunning laser etched soldier image, full-color GLASS Art® military emblems, and 63 engraved names of Lane County’s fallen Vietnam veterans, the memorial touched the lives of those in attendance. Read more […]
OM Updater adding online payment processing
OM’s online portal, the OM Updater, will soon feature online credit card payment capability. Watch for updates soon! For more details about the OM Updater and what it can do for your memorial sales, in partnership with OM Stone, click here.