In the event of a friend or family member passing you are left with countless questions. Among these questions are often “how do I correctly honor said person’s life”? Through the ages monuments have proven time and time again that they are a meaningful way of paying respects. By giving your loved one a monument to commemorate his or her life, you are allowing them a piece of the earth that will last an eternity.
the funeral and other traditional events are very large gatherings which limit the privacy you have with your loved one. This is why many realize the true value of the Jewish monument afterwards, it allows you a place to physically go “see” your loved one which can be extremely healthy for the body, mind, and soul.
There are many factors to take into account when choosing a beautiful Jewish monument for your loved one. The first of which would be whether you want to use bronze or granite as the base. Granite can be found in just about any color you have in mind so it will offer you a bit more creativity. Some feel bronze has a more traditional appearance and reflects the style of classic monuments. Unfortunately, bronze with all of its shine does not come in as wide a range of different colors.
designing and providing all phases of monument related services for the Jewish community within Northern New Jersey. We have outstanding relationships with past customers, high quality craftsmanship and reasonable pricing. We invite you to schedule an appointment at one of our showrooms to look at our selection and see the quality for yourself. You will find that our staff are more than friendly and completely open to any questions you may have. We truly look forward to meeting you.
Single Stone Monuments
Double Stone Monuments
Flat Stone Monuments
Family Stone Monuments
MonolithFamily Plots
One of the most popular burial methods today is that of Jewish family plots. In essence you are obtaining a portion of land in which a monument will be dedicated to you and your family at a resting place you all share in common. This ideology of being together even after passing gives many a great deal of peace of mind. The idea that you will be buried with your loved ones is a humble and humane gift.
Jewish Monolith Monuments
An additional route some take is dedication of a monolith. These are often tall vertical monuments that may be carved or untouched rock, sometimes they are noted as similar to obelisks due to their height.
Cremation Urns
One of the oldest forms of honoring the passing of a loved one is that of cremation. At Jewish Monuments NJ, we have a wide variety of timeless, beautiful cremation urns. These urns can be used to keep your loved one with you in the home. Typically urns are made from finished hardwood, bronze, granite, glass, marble, or pewter. Urns are a traditional way of laying rest to your loved one but depending on the individual you may choose differently what to do with the cremated remains. Some choose to keep the cremation urn with them at all times in the home.
Others may choose prior to their passing where they want to be distributed such as in the ocean or in a specific place of the world. Some even choose to adapt the cremation urn into the monument itself. Regardless these are all beautiful options for you to choose. Jewish Monuments NJ is ready to accommodate your plans at any given moment.
Jewish Grave Markers
Markers have always been recognized as an extremely humble way to remember your loved one. A Marker is a smaller monument that is most likely made with granite or bronze. These smaller monuments are often rectangular in shape filled with text though they may be accompanied with pictures, borders, and designs. We are more than capable of etching in symbols which may reflect the individuality of your loved one. These range from symbols reflecting military service, Judaism or role in the temple, cultural heritage, personal interests, occupational achievements, or even a specific passion.
Granite markers are the most widely accepted today. This is because granite is incredibly strong and will stand the test of time with little to no maintenance. Another advantage is the wide range of colors you can find granite in such as red, green, gray, white, black, pink, orange, or blue. These colors will give you a bit more creativity in doing justice to your loved one. Bronze however, is chosen for its classic appeal. This selection is also available in different colors albeit not as plentiful a choice.
Bronze is an extremely gratifying gift to your loved one and you will feel like a weight has been lifted off your shoulders when you make the choice. Either of these two options can be outfitted with a variety of borders to increase the appeal. These borders can be made with etched patterns, floral designs, or even just a simple raised border.