A monument’s purpose is to commemorate an individual. Monuments allow visitors to reflect on pleasant times they shared together. Families choose to celebrate their loved ones by pre-planning a Jewish family monument.
Ordering a Jewish Family Monument
At Fox Memorials, we regularly guide families through this difficult time. Contact our team with any questions or special requests.
Why Pre-Order a Jewish Family Monument?
For many families, resting close to loved ones is significant. This arrangement offers families the opportunity to journey into the afterlife together and rest eternally with each other.
Convenient Visitation
Ordering a Jewish family monument offers family members and friends convenient visitation. Instead of visiting several sites or cemeteries, families can have one reflective experience while paying respects.
Religious Reasons
Jewish scripture emphasizes the importance of family, especially during the difficult time of mourning. The entire grieving, burial, and shiva process relies on the support and care of family members. While not a requirement, Jews traditionally rest among family. Purchasing a Jewish family monument allows people to rest together eternally.
Preserving Your Legacy
Jewish family monuments offer a unique way to tell your family’s story, and preserve your legacy. While personalized monuments have similar design options, family monuments take this to the next level. Jewish family monuments tend to be larger than traditional upright headstones. In fact, many span several burial plots.
This larger headstone comes with additional space for further inscriptions. However, this does not include only text. Families may choose to have their crest inscribed, as a way to honor their roots.
Types of Jewish Family Monuments
Depending on the size of the family, there are several different types of Jewish family monuments available. Our Jewish monument artists can create unique and customized headstones, regardless of the complexity of the request.
Family Headstone
Larger headstones can be placed in a burial plot to indicate the place of several members of a family. These larger Jewish memorials are easier to notice as people walk through the cemetery.
Often, family headstones are accompanied by individual footstones. These footstones, or footmarkers, generally list individual details like name, dates, and more.
Double Headstone
Double headstones are a more common option than family headstones, as they are for couples. This burial is a testament to the love and joyous occasions shared through life. Double headstones are often a more economical choice than individual upright memorials, too.
Being buried with a bashert ensures a shared eternal resting place.
How Do Family Monuments Work?
While some family monuments are designed to feature minimal details, like the last name, this is not always the case. Others can have detailed inscriptions for each member of the family. Additional details can be easily added later on, without the monument being removed, by a monument artist.
Customizing Your Jewish Family Monument
One of the most meaningful aspects of a family monument is the opportunity to personalize it. Customizations can range from inscriptions and images to symbolic carvings that represent the family’s heritage or values.
Inscriptions and Epitaphs
Inscriptions allow families to honor their loved ones with words that resonate. Common inscriptions include meaningful quotes, biblical verses, or expressions of love. Personalized epitaphs ensure that future generations understand the significance of each individual’s life.
Symbolic Engravings
Many Jewish family monuments include religious symbols like the Star of David, menorahs, or other motifs that reflect faith and tradition. Additionally, families may choose cultural symbols or family crests, providing a visual narrative of their ancestry.
Material and Design Options
Jewish family monuments are crafted from durable materials such as granite, marble, or bronze. Each material offers unique benefits in terms of longevity, appearance, and maintenance. Our artists can recommend a material and finish that complements both the monument and the cemetery surroundings.
Planning and Placement Considerations
Choosing the right location for your family monument is crucial. Cemeteries often have regulations regarding size, material, and placement. Planning ahead ensures the monument fits within these requirements while maximizing accessibility for visitation.
Site Selection
Families often choose a location that offers a peaceful environment for reflection and remembrance. Proximity to other family members’ plots can enhance the sense of unity. Additionally, accessibility for elderly visitors should be considered to ensure everyone can visit comfortably.
Future Expansion
When designing a Jewish family monument, consider future family needs. Monuments can be created with extra space to accommodate additional inscriptions for generations to come, ensuring the family legacy continues to be honored.
Working With Fox Memorials
Our experienced team at Fox Memorials guides families through each step of ordering a Jewish family monument. From design consultation to installation, we ensure that every detail reflects your family’s wishes. With years of expertise, our artists can turn your vision into a lasting tribute that will be cherished for generations.
Consultation and Design
We begin with an in-depth consultation to understand your family’s needs. Our artists provide 3D renderings, helping families visualize the final monument. Changes and additions can be made during this stage, ensuring satisfaction before production.
Installation and Maintenance
Once the monument is complete, our team coordinates the installation with the cemetery. We also provide maintenance advice to preserve the monument’s beauty and integrity over time. Proper care ensures the monument remains a meaningful tribute for decades.
Conclusion
Ordering a Jewish family monument is a deeply personal process, offering families the chance to honor loved ones, preserve their legacy, and create a lasting place for reflection. With careful planning, thoughtful customization, and expert guidance from Fox Memorials, families can ensure their memories are commemorated with dignity and respect.
For more information on selecting the right Jewish family monument, contact Fox Memorials today.