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Family owned and operated in San Angelo
San Antonio–New Braunfels · Bench Memorials
Bench Memorials for Families in San Antonio, TX.
Family owned in San Angelo since 2001. We design, engrave, and install monuments across Texas. Free design proof and MemorialTag included.
Family owned since 2001 Serving Texas Granite, marble & bronze MemorialTag included
We’re always here for you, ready to help honor your loved ones with care and respect.
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Cemeteries in San Antonio
Bench Memorials for San Antonio-area cemeteries
San Antonio has one of the largest Catholic communities in Texas, and many Bexar County families bury in the Archdiocese of San Antonio's cemetery network: San Fernando Cemetery II on Castroville Road, San Fernando Cemetery III on Cupples Road, and Holy Cross Cemetery on Nacogdoches Road. Military families often choose Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery on Harry Wurzbach Road, where the VA furnishes a government headstone or marker for eligible veterans. Sunset Memorial Park on Austin Highway serves many families on the northeast side. We work from our San Angelo workshop, roughly three and a half hours up US-87, and we deliver and set each marker ourselves. Every order begins with a free design proof, so you see the lettering, artwork, and dimensions before any granite, marble, or bronze is cut. Families in New Braunfels, Schertz, Converse, and Live Oak are welcome too. Call (806) 662-8696 for a custom quote.
A granite bench gives visitors a place to sit and carries a name and dates on the seat or back. Whether a bench is allowed depends on the cemetery and the section. None of the San Antonio cemeteries we researched, including Sunset Memorial Park, San Fernando II, San Fernando III, and Holy Cross, publishes a bench rule online, so the family should confirm placement and footprint with the office first. Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery follows VA rules. When a bench is approved, we cut it in San Angelo, engrave it, and can add a sealed niche for cremated remains. We deliver and set it in Bexar County. Call (806) 662-8696.
- Fort Sam Houston National CemeteryNot permitted
- San Fernando Cemetery IIWith restrictions
- San Fernando Cemetery IIIWith restrictions
- Holy Cross CemeteryWith restrictions
- Sunset Memorial ParkWith restrictions
Some cemeteries have restrictions on the monuments they accept. It is a good idea to check with your cemetery first to find out what guidelines you must follow. We will be happy to help you customize a monument that meets those guidelines.
Don’t see your cemetery?
Send us the cemetery name. We’ll send the requirements ASAP.
Marker rules change. We’ll confirm the current rules with the cemetery office and send you everything we get.
How it works
Creating a meaningful monument.
Choose a style
A wide variety of styles, shapes, colors, and materials — granite, marble, or bronze. Single or companion uprights, flat headstones, benches, ledgers, coping walls, bronze flats, or fully custom work.
Custom design
We will be happy to help you further customize your monument with text, engravings, and other decorations using laser engraving and sandblasting techniques.
Quote
Please give us a call for a custom quote. The cost of monuments is based on many different factors, including size, material, and accessories.
Granite Colors
Common granite colors.
Explore common granite colors and our white marble option. If the color you have in mind is not here, call us to discuss availability.
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Preserve your loved one’s life story forever.
A monument only has a limited amount of space — but a life story deserves more. When scanned, MemorialTag opens a digital memorial where you can save unlimited photos, videos, voice messages, and text. It’s a lasting way to preserve and share your loved one’s full story with family, friends, and future generations — all at no extra cost.
Families in San Antonio, TX receive MemorialTag with every monument we set.
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Preserve their legacy
Keep your loved one’s stories safe to share with others, now and in the future. Share stories and memories with children, family, or friends.
Keep their stories alive
Our LegacyKeeper helps keep memories of loved ones alive forever. Just a scan shows their stories, photos and timeline of their life.
Unlimited photos, video, voice
Save unlimited photos, videos, voice messages, and text — preserving your loved one’s full story.
No extra cost
A monument only has a limited amount of space. MemorialTag preserves your loved one’s full story, forever, at no extra cost.
MemorialTag is included with every Texas Lonestar Monument at no extra cost.
Why families choose us
Honoring your loved ones with care and respect.
Texas Lonestar Monuments has been crafting lasting memories for families and pet owners across Texas since 2001. Our dedication to personalized, meaningful memorials ensures your loved ones are honored with dignity and respect.
Our experienced and dedicated staff understands the importance of providing the finest memorials that best express our customers’ wishes. We take the time to listen and educate so you can choose the memorial that best commemorates your loved one’s life.
At Texas Lonestar Monuments, we’re always here for you, ready to help honor your loved ones with care and respect.
Questions, plainly answered
FAQ — bench memorials in San Antonio.
Are bench memorials allowed in San Antonio cemeteries?
It depends. We found no published bench rule for the San Antonio cemeteries we researched, so the family should confirm placement and footprint with the cemetery office. We will design within whatever the office approves.
Can a bench memorial for a San Antonio family hold cremated remains?
Yes. Some bench designs are built with a sealed niche under the seat or in one end to hold one or two urns. Tell us up front and we will include the niche in the quote.
Does the VA provide a headstone at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery?
Yes. The VA furnishes a government headstone or marker for eligible veterans, and headstones in a national cemetery are federal property. The VA also offers a medallion option for privately purchased markers. Contact the cemetery about what is permitted before ordering a private stone.
What are the monument rules at San Fernando and Holy Cross cemeteries?
It depends. The Archdiocese of San Antonio defines a memorial broadly, covering monuments, headstones, grave markers, tablets, and bronze plaques, but its on-site restrictions are not published online. The family should confirm with the cemetery office, and we will draw the design to what they tell you.
Does Texas Lonestar Monuments deliver to San Antonio from San Angelo?
Yes. The drive is about 212 miles down US-87, and we deliver and set the monument ourselves. Families in New Braunfels, Schertz, Converse, Universal City, and Live Oak are on the same route.
What are the marker rules at Sunset Memorial Park?
It depends. We found no published marker rule for Sunset Memorial Park, so the family should confirm size and style for the section with the cemetery office before ordering.
Are bench memorials allowed in cemeteries in San Antonio?
It depends. Many older cemeteries allow benches inside a family plot; many memorial parks restrict them to designated cremation or garden sections. Call the cemetery office in San Antonio before you order and we will design within their rule.
Can a bench memorial hold cremated remains?
Yes. Some bench designs are built with a sealed niche under the seat or in one end to hold one or two urns. Tell us up front if that is the use case and we will price the bench with the niche included.
How long does a granite bench last outdoors?
It depends. A granite bench set on a properly poured concrete pad will commonly stay level and unweathered for many decades. The variables are the foundation work and the freeze-thaw cycle, not the stone itself.
Can people actually sit on a bench memorial?
Yes. That is the point. We finish the seat to be usable in any weather and we set the bench on a level pad so it does not rock when used.
Can I buy a monument from someone other than my funeral home or cemetery?
It depends. Many families choose an independent monument maker, but cemetery rules and installation requirements can vary. Ask your cemetery for its current written requirements and fees before ordering; we can help you review them.
What do I need to know when purchasing a cemetery monument?
It depends. Some cemeteries have restrictions on the monuments they accept, so it is a good idea to check with your cemetery first to find out what guidelines you must follow. You must also know how much you can spend; most styles can be adapted to fit any size budget. From here, you can decide on a monument style that expresses the life of you or your loved one. You can choose from a variety of shapes, sizes, colors, and materials for your memorial. Texas Lonestar Monuments will be happy to help you further customize your monument with text, engravings, and other decorations.
Can you help me order a custom cemetery monument?
Yes. Texas Lonestar Monuments will be glad to help you design a completely custom monument to commemorate your life or that of a loved one. We offer a wide variety of styles, shapes, colors, and materials. Please give us a call for a custom quote.
What materials are used in monuments?
It depends. Granite is the most popular monument material we use today because of its ability to withstand extreme climates and temperatures. Other materials include marble and bronze.
What is the expected cost of a monument?
It depends. The cost of monuments is based on many different factors, including size, material, and accessories. For more information about the cost of monuments, please contact us.
I found it cheaper online. Can you match the price?
It depends. We cannot compare prices without knowing the materials and services included. Send us the written quote and your cemetery details; we will explain what our custom quote includes, from design through installation.
Does MemorialTag open a digital memorial?
Yes. When scanned, MemorialTag opens a digital memorial where you can share photos, videos, voice messages, and written tributes. It lets you preserve and share your loved one's story with family, friends, and future generations — all at no extra cost.
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Send your email and we’ll reach out when you’re ready to talk about Bench Memorials. No pressure and no follow-up unless you ask. You can also call us directly at (806) 662-8696.
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