At St. Charles Monuments, we’ve worked together as a family company for decades to serve our community. Our primary mission is to guide and support people throughout the most difficult times in their lives. Unfortunately, right now we’re in the midst of a public health crisis with the spread of the novel coronavirus. As we […]
Within our cultures, we have very specific ways of honoring those we’ve lost. Obviously, for us that involves creating a stunning monument to pay tribute to their lives. Here on Long Island, we create gorgeous memorials, add new lettering, hold funeral services, etc. But throughout the world, many cultures have very different (and equally specific) […]
For years, St. Charles has provided services to bereaved Long Islanders, to help them honor their loved ones and ultimately heal. Following the death of a loved one, choosing the right monument company is critical for you and your family. Our monument craftsmanship is, essentially, a way to pay tribute to lost loved ones. Thus, […]
Following the loss of a loved one, you and your family will be tasked with making arrangements. This includes ordering a headstone and etched inscription. While this is a distressing time, choosing a memorial allows you to reflect on the memories you shared with your loved one. Headstone inscriptions can be a symbol of your […]
At St. Charles Monuments, we can acknowledge the mythical place celebrities and legendary figures occupy within our culture. Many celebrities and historical figures have custom memorials that pay tribute to their extravagant lives. From Elvis Presley to Harriet Tubman, their final resting places have immortalized their legacies. Likewise, they’re places for their admirers to continue […]
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, and this makes it a time of support, conversation, and action. Among women, breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed disease. At St. Charles Monuments, we take our role as a fixture in the Long Island community seriously. Our team is committed to reminding the community about the importance […]
At St. Charles Monuments, we have many years of experience serving our community and guiding them through some of the most difficult and stressful times of their lives. When it comes to respectfully bidding farewell to a loved one – whether it’s a monument engraving, custom memorial or headstone specials, Long Island has relied upon […]
Here at St. Charles, we provide the very best service for all of our clients’ needs. Whether you need a monument or new lettering added to a headstone, we are passionate about providing quality service during difficult times. Once a custom memorial is commissioned and your family has sat Shiva, many choose to hold an […]
If you visit a cemetery, you will notice a lot of symbols engraved onto many headstones. You may think that these symbols are chosen for headstones at random, but that’s far from true. Each symbol that is etched onto a gravestone has a very specific meaning. Usually the symbol has some sort of significance to […]
Many people like to keep the headstones of their loved ones properly maintained. There are several ways they practice this. Activities like bringing flowers, stones, and photos on a regular basis help friends and families keep the gravesite attractive and their loved one’s memory alive. In addition to these, people also find it helpful to […]
“Thank you Marcus. We drove by the monument yesterday afternoon. My husband and I were very pleased. Thank you for giving us a gift of comfort and peace.”
“Thank you so much. It has been a comforting and pleasant experience working with St. Charles Monuments. The memorial set looks great.””
“The headstone is beautiful. They did a fantastic job. Again my family and I thank you for all your help with suggestions and with the arrangements.”
“My family and I visited my husband’s grave today. We were very pleased with the results. It looks very nice. Thank you.””
