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Companion Upright Monuments for Families in Houston, 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

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Cemeteries in Houston

Companion Upright Monuments for Houston-area cemeteries

Houston's cemeteries run from Glenwood Cemetery, laid out in 1871 on Buffalo Bayou as the city's first professionally designed cemetery, to large Dignity Memorial properties like Forest Park Lawndale, Forest Park Westheimer, and Memorial Oaks on the Katy Freeway. Veterans are buried at Houston National Cemetery on Veterans Memorial Drive, where the VA furnishes government headstones and markers. Each has its own approval process. Glenwood, for example, requires written approval of plans before any monument goes up. Our workshop is in San Angelo, about six hours from Harris County, so we plan each Houston delivery carefully and set the marker ourselves. You get a free design proof showing lettering, artwork, and size before any granite, marble, or bronze is cut. Families in Pasadena, Pearland, League City, Conroe, and Sugar Land are welcome too. Call (806) 662-8696 for a custom quote.

Houston couples often choose a companion upright so two names share one granite tablet above side-by-side spaces. Section rules decide the size. At Glenwood Cemetery, plans for size, design, material, finish, and foundation have to be approved in writing by the Cemetery Office before erection, and we supply the scaled drawing for that. Forest Park Lawndale, Forest Park Westheimer, and Memorial Oaks do not publish their rules, so the family should confirm the section with the office. Many families leave the second date open; we return to engrave it later without removing the stone. Your free proof is drawn to scale in our San Angelo workshop. Call (806) 662-8696.

  • Houston National Cemetery
    The VA furnishes the government headstone or marker; private markers must be consistent with existing monuments — confirm with the cemetery office.
    Not permitted
  • Glenwood Cemetery
    Glenwood rule: plans and specifications covering size, design, material, finish, and foundation must be approved in writing by the Cemetery Office before erection.
    With restrictions
  • Forest Park Lawndale
    Confirm base width, tablet height, and section eligibility with the cemetery office before ordering.
    With restrictions
  • Forest Park Westheimer
    Confirm base width, tablet height, and section eligibility with the cemetery office before ordering.
    With restrictions
  • Memorial Oaks Cemetery
    Confirm base width, tablet height, and section eligibility with the cemetery office before ordering.
    With 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.

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Marker rules change. We’ll confirm the current rules with the cemetery office and send you everything we get.


Companion Upright Monuments

Companion Upright Monuments for cemeteries in Harris County.

We install companion upright monuments across Harris County cemeteries. Available in granite, marble, and bronze.


How it works

Creating a meaningful monument.

Contact us

Call (806) 662-8696 or send a message. We take the time to listen and educate so you can choose the memorial that best commemorates your loved one’s life.

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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Families in Houston, TX receive MemorialTag with every monument we set.

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Why families choose us

Honoring your loved ones with care and respect.

Personalized, meaningful memorials

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.

We listen and educate

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.

We’re here for you

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 — companion upright monuments in Houston.

Can the second date be added later to a companion upright in Houston?

Yes. We can return and engrave the final date directly on the stone without removing the monument. At Glenwood, check whether the office needs to approve the added inscription first.

How do I choose the size of a companion upright in Houston?

It depends. The cemetery's section rule sets the maximum size, and the lettering and artwork you want set the practical minimum. Send us the section and its rules and we will draw two or three options to scale.

Does the VA provide the headstone at Houston National Cemetery?

Yes. The VA furnishes a government headstone or marker for eligible veterans, with flat markers in granite, marble, and bronze and upright headstones in granite and marble. The VA says the style chosen must be consistent with existing monuments at the place of burial.

Do I need approval before placing a monument at Glenwood Cemetery?

Yes. Glenwood's published rules require plans and specifications covering size, design, material, and finish, including foundations, to be submitted to the Cemetery Office, with written approval secured before erection. We prepare a scaled drawing you can submit.

What are the marker rules at Forest Park and Memorial Oaks?

It depends. We found no published marker rules for Forest Park Lawndale, Forest Park Westheimer, or Memorial Oaks, so the family should confirm size and material with the cemetery office. Send us what they tell you and we will design to it.

Does Texas Lonestar Monuments deliver to Houston?

Yes. Houston is about six hours from our San Angelo workshop, and we deliver and set the monument ourselves. Call (806) 662-8696 to plan the timing.

Can the second person’s death date be added later to a companion upright in Houston?

Yes. We can return to the cemetery in Houston and engrave the final date on the stone without removing the monument or disturbing the foundation. Most families pay for the original carving up front and pay only for the final date engraving when it is needed.

Do both names have to go on the same stone?

No. Some families build two single uprights on a shared base, or two flat markers under a shared coping wall. A companion upright is the most common choice because it reads as one piece of stone, but it is not the only option.

How do I pick the right size for a companion upright?

It depends. The cemetery’s section rule sets the maximum size; how much lettering and artwork you want sets the practical minimum. Send us the section in Houston you have purchased and we will draw two or three options to scale before you commit.

Is a companion upright more expensive than two single uprights?

It depends. A companion upright uses one base instead of two, so the granite cost is often lower than two singles — but the engraving cost is similar. Please give us a call for a custom quote and we will price both options side by side.

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.

When you’re ready

We’re always here for you.

Send your email and we’ll reach out when you’re ready to talk about Companion Upright Monuments. No pressure and no follow-up unless you ask. You can also call us directly at (806) 662-8696.

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