Modern Boulder Memorials

Selecting the right headstone is an important step in the healing process. A loved one's cemetery memorial should reflect their personality, values, and interests. At Emerson Monument Company we have the perfect solution for honoring a loved one with a passion for nature and the outdoors. 

Headstones with an earthy vibe, such as our boulder memorials, offer a naturally beautiful option that allows for added personalization.

Personalizing A Boulder Memorial 

Rock-shaped headstones offer a natural look that we love to “dress up” with carefully curated design elements. Popular options for boulder headstones include adding bronze butterflies, birds, and other items commonly found in nature. By adding a bronze adornment or engraving an image, you can create a beautiful look that truly honors your loved one. 

Other ideas for dressing up a boulder include adding personalized touches such as a color photograph or a unique font. On the boulder memorial seen below, we incorporated a photo of the couple and "dressed it up" with the font and shape-carved flowers.

If “dressing it up” doesn’t accurately reflect your loved one, you can choose to keep it that rustic, natural feel by adding sandblasted engraving. We have countless engraving options to help tell your loved one’s story in stone.

Boulder Memorial Headstone Sizes

Most monuments featuring a natural stone look will vary in size. While there is no "one size fits all", we commonly see boulder memorials starting at about two-and-a-half feet long by about two-and-a-half feet tall when they memorialize one person. When they honor two people we often see them start at around four feet long by about two-and-a-half feet tall. Of course, all boulder sizes will vary, and they can range widely! 

While most cemeteries allow natural-looking boulder memorials of this size, some do not. Our team is familiar with most cemeteries in the area and their rules. We will discuss any cemetery requirements with you and ensure your memorial complies.

Work With a Professional Monument Builder

When it comes to designing your memorial, our team of professionals is here to help. We love working with clients to select imagery, fonts, and more to create a memorial that truly tells a story. The story, like your loved one, should be wonderfully unique. To begin the process, simply give us a call at 479-751-5573, drop by the store, or contact us online- we'll be glad to help!