Limestone products
At Southern Illinois Monument, we offer custom limestone memorials for families seeking a natural, classic look to honor their loved ones. Limestone monuments have been used for centuries in memorial architecture and provide a warm, traditional feel that weathers beautifully over time.
Whether you’re looking to match a family headstone, preserve historic style, or explore a unique alternative to granite or bronze, our team can help you design a lasting tribute in limestone.
Why Choose Limestone?
Limestone is a sedimentary rock known for its soft texture and subtle, natural tones. It offers a timeless appeal for memorials, especially in historical cemeteries or natural settings.
Benefits of limestone include:
- Natural, warm appearance with soft grays and beige tones
- Traditional feel, often used in older cemeteries and historical memorials
- Easy to carve – allows for deep-cut inscriptions and custom detailing
- Eco-friendly option – naturally sourced and less processed than some alternatives
- Pairs well with older headstones for matching or restoration work
- While limestone is softer than granite or bronze, many families choose it for its character and historic charm. We provide guidance to ensure proper maintenance and placement.
- We’ll work closely with you to design a limestone memorial that fits your family’s needs, style, and cemetery guidelines.
- Great for Historical or Matching Memorials
Limestone is often selected when:
- Matching an existing family headstone
- Replacing a worn historic memorial
- Creating a low-polish, natural tribute
- Complementing older cemeteries or churchyards
We also work on restoration projects, helping preserve your loved one’s legacy with authenticity and respect.
Limestone Tombstones
Serving Families Across Southern Illinois & Metro East
We design and install limestone monuments in cemeteries throughout:
Carlyle, Salem, Mt. Vernon, Centralia, Flora, Breese, Vandalia, and other Southern Illinois and Metro East communities.
Interest in a Limestone Memorial?
We’re happy to walk you through the limestone process. Whether you’re planning ahead or updating a loved one’s memorial, we’re here to help.
Call Southern Illinois Monument at 618-230-0127
