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Pillows & Open Book Memorial Monuments

The hallmarks of pillow and open-book memorials are slightly raised and angled “faces”. These beautiful memorials often have classic styling and details, but easily lend themselves to contemporary and creative treatments.

Like every model we offer, pillow and open-book memorials can easily accommodate companion inscriptions, such as a husband and wife, or, a parent and child.

Pillow and open-book markers are an excellent option if you would like a low profile monument, but would like the monument to be above ground. Normally they stand no more than 12” to 15” high. The finished surface can be almost any size desired, dependent on the cemetery’s regulations. Any slope on the face can be achieved, though there are standard angles determined by the height of the front and back sides.

For example, a pillow may have the dimensions of 20″ x 12″ x 6/3″. This means that the width of the monument is 20″ wide and 12″ deep. The back face is 6″ high, and the front is 3″ in height, giving the pillow a particular slope. If a higher monument is desired, pillows having a back 8″ high and a front 5″ high may be ordered. Again, these heights may be customized for a different look and personal taste.

Many families choose to mount the open-book or pillow on a base that complements or contrasts nicely with the monument, but almost any colour combination could work depending on your preferences.

Below are some of the different styles of monuments available, each having a unique set of standard features. Click on the links below for more information on each of these styles.