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Choose Your Monument Style

Select a memorial that best represents your loved one’s legacy. We offer a wide variety of granite monuments, including upright monuments, flat markers, slant markers, companion memorials, cremation memorials, benches, and custom-designed monuments crafted with exceptional attention to detail.

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The 5 Steps To Choosing A Monument

There are a variety of options available when choosing a stone. This quick guide will walk you through the 5 steps of choosing a design that works for you. Use the tabs below to explore the options available.

Shape

There are 8 standard shapes that you can choose from. These are most common and are also most likely to be meet your cemetery regulations. Be mindful that some cemeteries only allow specific shapes and sizes for their markers. If unique and custom is what you are looking for than let us know. Nothing is inconceivable when it comes to monument artistry.

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Polish

Many upright monuments give you the option to have chiseled or polished sides. This graphic shows how the number of sides correlates with the actual stone.

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Style

If you choose the slant or monument style stone, the top can be cut in different unique varieties that are available for customization, Which one do you like?

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Choosing a granite color.

There are many types of granite monument colors available for whatever your preference may be. Some of these colors are quarried in exotic places around the world and some are right here in the good ol’ United States! At Patten’s we find the highest quality granite for the best price. Lets take a look at the common colors available and where they are quarried. It is important to understand that certain designs can only be done on particular colors. Pin etchings, laser etchings, and hand artistry shows up best on Jet Black or Gem Myst granite. All other line art and sandblasted designs can be done on any color.

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Lithochrome Options

  • Natural
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  • Gold
  • White
  • Silver

Customizing Your Stone

Coming up with a unique design can be difficult, especially in a time of loss. With over 100 years of experience in the monument industry we make the process simple and easy. Let us come along side and guide you through designing a memorial that will become a lasting legacy for you or your loved one. Virtually any design is “possible” so lets explore some options!

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The Process of Building Your Legacy

Our process is extremely unique in our industry. We see you as family and treat you like family should. We can break down this process into four simple steps that makes it creating your legacy simple and memorable. We’re here for you.
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Share Your Vision

The process begins by learning about your loved one and understanding what you want the monument to represent. Our team takes the time to listen to your ideas, preferences, and meaningful details you want included.

Select Premium Granite

Granite is chosen for its natural beauty, strength, and ability to withstand Michigan’s changing weather conditions. Our team will help you explore different granite colors, finishes, and textures to find the perfect match for your memorial design.

Choose Your Monument Style

We offer a wide variety of monument styles to fit different preferences, cemetery requirements, and personal tastes.

Review Your Memorial Design

Before production begins, we review the design with you to ensure every detail reflects your wishes. Our team will make sure the layout, lettering, artwork, and personalization are exactly what you envision.

Personalize Your Design

The smallest details can create the most meaningful memories. Customize your monument with: Names and dates, Personal inscriptions, Religious symbols, Military emblems, Floral artwork, Scenic designs, Portrait etchings, and Custom laser engraving.

Expert Craftsmanship & Installation

Once approved, skilled craftsmen carefully create your monument using quality materials and precise techniques. We also provide professional installation services while working with cemetery requirements to ensure your memorial is placed properly and securely.

Design

Taking the one-on-one time to understand the story, traditions, and unique characteristics of the person(s) being memorialized; we offer expert design expertise to accurately tell stories in stone.

Customize

The biggest difference you will find at Patten’s is our ability to do anything. Open up your possibilities to custom artwork, shapes, sizes, and much more, making each memorial 100% unique.

Produce

Once we have a detailed design the memorial is handed off to the experienced production team. They bring the legacy new life in stone with precision craftsmanship and care.

Deliver

Finally, each stone is delivered and set professionally and on time so you never have to worry about hiring someone to pick up and move your memorial or do it yourself.

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What Families Are Saying

Hear from the families who trusted us to create meaningful memorials with care, compassion, and lasting craftsmanship.

Why Families Choose Patten’s

Crafted With Care Since 1917

We do more than create memorials, we design, craft, and manufacture each piece with pride, delivering lasting tributes that honor every life with exceptional quality and care.

Personalized Designs

Every monument is carefully designed to reflect the unique story and legacy of your loved one.

Compassionate Support

Our team provides caring assistance from the first conversation through final installation.

Quality That Lasts Generations

We use premium materials and skilled craftsmanship to create monuments built to preserve memories for years to come.

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Frequently Asked Questions

We’ve compiled answers to the most common questions families ask during this journey. You’ll find information about timelines, payment options, working with cemeteries, material choices, and more.

The process begins with a consultation where we discuss your ideas, preferred monument style, granite color, inscriptions, and personalization options. Our team will guide you through every step to create a meaningful memorial.

Yes. You can customize the monument with names, dates, inscriptions, religious symbols, artwork, laser etchings, portraits, and other meaningful design elements to reflect your loved one’s life.

The timeline depends on the monument’s size, design complexity, and engraving details. After your design is approved, we’ll provide an estimated completion and installation schedule.

We offer a variety of premium granite colors and finishes, including black, gray, red, and other natural stone options. Our team will help you select the best material based on your preferences and cemetery requirements.

Yes. We work closely with local cemeteries to ensure your monument meets their size, material, and installation guidelines, making the process as smooth and stress-free as possible.

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Guidance For Every Step Of The Journey

Our compassionate team takes the time to listen to your needs, ensuring that the monument you create is not just a marker, but a beautiful and timeless tribute that tells a unique story.

Let’s Create Something Beautiful Together

We’re here to offer guidance, support, and expert craftsmanship at every stage. From selecting the right granite and design elements to personalizing inscriptions and symbols, Patten’s Michigan Monument Company simplifies the journey with care and attention to detail.