Memorial Markers

Introduction

Memorial markers can be made as individual as the person or persons they commemorate. You can choose the images and style that best represent the life they express.

We offer markers in your choice of granite, or bronze, or a combination of both.

We can even custom order non-traditional looking granite headstones.

Turnaround Time

Granite & bronze markers have a minimum 8-10 week wait from when they are ordered until they are placed on site.

Please note, that multiple revisions or photos may cause the turnaround time to be longer and incur additional cost.

Weathering

Bronze markers reject moss and lichens and do not wear away with the weather.

Bronze markers age over time and eventually end up with a uniform patina. They will go through a phase where the paint peels and they can look quite rough. This process can take a varying amount of time depending on weather, design, and other circumstances.

Granite markers can come with either a rock edge or a polished edge. The rock edge blends in and is more resilient.

Over time, all markers will end up with chips. Although damage is unavoidable, we do try to prevent this as much as possible.

This is more noticeable on markers that are polished on all sides.

The lettering will fade as the paint chips and fades over time, with some colours and styles being easier to read than others. Your advisor can explain how certain styles can be affected

They will need to be cleaned to prevent moss and lichen growth and staining.

Date Tabs for Bronze Markers

Most recent bronze markers year date tabs are available for a nominal fee if they are ordered before January 31st of the year after the person passes.

If the date tabs are custom, or need to be ordered for a previous year, they are subject to an additional cost.

If the marker is for 2 people, all names and birth years must be added at the time of setting, unless they are to be placed on a scroll plate at a later date.

Inscribing for Granite Markers

As granite markers inscriptions are done by an artist the scope of design is virtually endless. Granite offers a great opportunity for design freedom. Standard marker designs include 4 lines of text and a simple design, there is a custom art charge depending on the intricacy of the design.

Each time a granite marker needs to have new information added, an inscription and reset fee is charged. Oversize upright markers may need to be inscribed on site by a professional artist. The fee for this is not a standard inscription as the artist must come out to do this and charges for their time (including travel) can be quite costly. Bring your ideas to our advisor and discuss what you would like inscribed.

Markers From Outside Sources

Markers from an outside source must be approved and the setting and administrative fees paid prior to arrival at the cemetery.

Choose from one of our granite memorials in stock for a unique and economical choice.

Granite markers include 4 lines of text and a simple design with your choice of colour:

• Black
• Grey
• Charcoal

We also have granite memorials in stock for a unique and economical choice.

Cremation Markers

Cremation markers are set flush with the grass, and come in these sizes:

• 10”x18”x3”
• 12”x20”x3”
• 12”x24”x3”

Please contact us for an estimate.

Headstone Markers

These markers are above ground and sit on a cement pad. You can choose to have them with rustic rock edges, or with all sides polished for an additional cost.

Headstone markers come in these sizes:

• 12”x20”
• 12”x24”
• 16″x28″
• 18”x30”

Please contact us for an estimate.

Sloped Markers

We also offer sloped markers that sit 6” at the back and slope to 4” at the front.

You can choose to have them with rustic rock edges, or with all sides polished for an additional cost.

Sloped markers come in these sizes:

• 12”x20”
• 12”x24”
• 16″x28″
• 18”x30”

Please contact us for an estimate.

Vertical Markers

Upright markers sit vertically, and are sloped 6” to 3” or 10″ to 4″. You can also choose to add a base for an additional cost.

Upright markers come in these sizes:

• 14”x20”
• 16″x20″
• 16”x28”

Please contact us for an estimate.

Traditional Upright Markers

Traditional upright markers measure:

• 24”x16”x6”
• and sit on a 32”x12”x6” base.

Customization options (at an additional cost) include:

• Polished edges
• Extra line of text, extra design, or custom paint
• Name on the back or front edge
• Red or other unique granite colour

Please contact us for an estimate.

Bronze Memorial Markers

Bronze Markers come in four standard sizes:

• 10”x18”
• 12”x20”
• 12”x24”
• 16”x28”
• 18″x30″

For an additional cost, you can also add date plates, and a base for burial (above ground) markers.

Please note: above ground markers must have a granite base which may add a significant cost to the marker.

Each bronze grave marker or headstone is individually cast with your choice of emblems, borders and edges.

Take your time to decide, and consult with your advisor to choose the style that’s right for your loved one:

Important Information

Outside Markers

If you have already purchased a marker that you wish to use, please let us know the specifications and we will do our best to accommodate you.

Markers are subject to approval, and must meet the requirements of Chilliwack Cemeteries.

Setting Fees for Memorials & Headstones

Markers “Schedule A”

36. Memorials will only be installed, removed, or modified in the cemetery when:

1. An Interment Right Holder or authorized representative, or a person authorized by the Administrator, has made application to the Administrator:
2. The applicable contribution is paid to the Perpetual Care Fund as required in the CIFSA; and
3. All outstanding fees relating to the Lot, Interment, and Memorial installation have been paid in full.

37. Above-ground Memorials are for full Lots only. In the case where a full Lot is to be used for cremations only, one above-ground Memorial may be placed at the head of the Lot.
38. All Memorials shall only be placed, installed, or removed by the Caretaker or other person authorized by the Administrator. All Memorials shall conform to the approved plan of the Cemetery and its sections, and shall be constructed of granite, bronze, or other material(s) of a permanent nature as approved by the Administrator. All Memorials shall conform to the specifications set out in Schedule “A”.
39. Installation of Memorials shall occur during regular business hours. Installations will be made as soon as possible after delivery of the Memorial to the Company and timelines may vary depending on scheduling issues, weather conditions, and ground conditions.
40. The Company shall not be held liable for, or obliged to repair, any breakage or damage to any Memorial in the Cemetery, except as shall arise as the result of the gross negligence of the Caretaker.
41. Where incorrect inscription instructions, dimensions, specifications, or locations are given on the Memorial installation application and signed by the interment Right Holder, their successors, or the Memorial supplier, then the Memorial shall be removed and reinstalled at the expense of the Interment Right Holder or their successors.
42. The Interment Right Holder, or the deceased’s descendants, is required to keep in proper repair, at their expense and to the satisfaction of the Company, all Memorials upon their Lot.

1. Should any Memorial or Lot adornment erected in the Cemetery fall into a state of disrepair, then the Administrator will document the condition and have the Memorial or Lot adornment removed from the Cemetery, in each case at the expense of the Lot holder or their successors.
2. Interment Right Holders may request that the Company make repairs. All costs associated with the repairs will be borne by the Interment Right Holder.

43. Plot adornments:

1. No candle holders, lanterns, or other such fixtures may be used in any manner without prior approval from the Administrator.
2. No flame, open or enclosed, is permitted in any capacity without prior approval from the Administrator.
3. No trees, shrubs, flower, or other plants may be planted on lots without written Administrator approval.
4. Flowers:
5. 1. Artificial flowers may only be placed in approved areas and must be placed on stable metal stands which are a minimum of 9” (23 cm) high.
6. 2. Flower holders may be placed by the main Memorial in approved areas and must be made of quality steel, be in good repair, and remain out of the way of trimming.
7. 3. The Company reserves the right to remove wreaths and flowers which have deteriorated, withered, become unsightly, or are out of season.

44. All Memorials provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs are subject to restrictions set by the Veterans Burial Regulations SOR/2006-50, s. 86; SOR/2014-74, s.3 and cannot be modified or removed without prior written approval from the Minister of Veteran Affairs.

(*all photos are for sample purposes may not be exactly as shown or display all available products or embellishments.)