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private mausoleum

Mausoleums:


A private mausoleum is a granite building, often with stained glass windows, statuary, and a bronze door. There are also smaller versions available without doors or windows.






upright monument

Upright Monument:


Also referred to as gravestones, monuments, or tombstones, headstones are the most common type of cemetery memorial. A headstone is normally made up of two pieces. The top piece is called a “tablet”, and is set on a matching piece of granite known as a “base.”

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slant marker monument

Slant Marker:


A slant marker or monument typically stands 18″in height with the front slanting at an angle. A slant can be set on the ground, but families often wish to set it on a matching base for better visibility and protection from damage.

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flush marker

Grass Marker:


Grass markers are also called footstones, flush markers, and grave markers. They lay flush with the ground. The typical size is 24" x 12", but can be larger depending upon individual cemetery requirements. All our markers are a minimum of 4" thick to prevent cracking or snapping.

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bronze marker monuments

Bronze Plaques:


Many cemeteries allow or require bronze memorials or bronze plaques. Bronze markers are mounted to either a granite or cement base which serves as a foundation. Bronze is an alloy of copper and tin.

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bevel marker monuments

Bevel Marker:


These markers are slightly higher in the back than in the front leaving a slight pitch to the stone. The bevel marker sits slightly above the ground.

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custom etchings designs

Custom Etchings:


All our etchings are created inhouse by our staff, etches by hand, no laser equipment is used. This results in a more clear and realistic image. Our staff works closely with each family during the design and etching process.

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granite bench memorials

Benches:


Granite benches have typically been used as landscape furniture at private residences. Using granite benches as a cemetery memorial is growing in popularity. Many families find that a personalized bench can be a peaceful and fitting tribute to their loved one.

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Contact Us

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Mathieu Memorials Meriden

790 Old Colony Rd.
Meriden, CT 06451
Telephone: (203) 440-9790
Email: 

Hours:
Monday 10 AM–4 PM
Tuesday 10 AM–4 PM
Wednesday 10 AM–4 PM
Thursday 10 AM–4 PM
Friday 10 AM–4 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed


Mathieu Memorials Southington

346 Meriden Ave.
Southington, CT 06489
Telephone: (860) 628-5188
Email: 

Hours:
Monday 10 AM–4 PM
Tuesday 10 AM–4 PM
Wednesday 10 AM–4 PM
Thursday 10 AM–4 PM
Friday 10 AM–4 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed








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