A companion headstone is a single stone designed to memorialize two people — most often a married couple — on a shared grave plot or side-by-side plots. These stones are wider than single markers and are designed to carry two full sets of engraving: names, dates, and, where desired, two laser-engraved portraits side by side. Our companion headstones are crafted from premium black granite, which gives portrait pairs exceptional clarity and contrast, and are available in flat, bevel, slant, and upright profiles to match your cemetery's requirements. Pricing depends on style and size — contact us for a personalized quote. Every companion stone we make carries our lifetime guarantee and ships nationwide.
Layout and Personalization Options
Companion stones are typically 36 to 44 inches wide to accommodate two sets of inscriptions comfortably. The most common layout places each person's portrait in an oval cameo on their respective side of the stone, with names, dates, and individual epitaphs below. A shared element — a cross, floral design, intertwined rings, or a shared epitaph — often occupies the center. We design each layout as a unique digital proof and review it with you before any work begins. Every detail, from font choice to portrait placement to border styling, is yours to direct.
Flat and Upright Companion Styles
Companion flat markers are especially popular in lawn-care cemeteries because their wider footprint still sits flush with the ground and is easy to maintain. Standard companion flat dimensions run 36 × 18 × 4 inches, though we accommodate custom sizes as required by individual cemeteries. For families whose cemetery allows upright monuments, a companion upright headstone creates a substantial, lasting memorial. These range from 36 to 48 inches wide and present both portraits prominently on the vertical face. We confirm size and style with your cemetery before production begins.
Pre-Planning and Half-Completed Stones
Many families choose to engrave a companion stone for the first spouse who has passed and leave the second panel intentionally blank — or filled with a vase cutout — until it is needed. We engrave one side completely and leave the other ready for future engraving without any additional preparation or cost to the stone itself. When the time comes, we return to complete the second side, matching all fonts, portrait style, and design elements precisely to the original work. This pre-planning approach allows a family to handle the most difficult decisions once rather than twice.
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A companion headstone is a single memorial stone sized and designed to honor two people — typically a married couple — with two sets of engravings, dates, and optionally two portraits on a shared stone.
Can I order a companion stone now and complete it later?+
Yes. We engrave one side fully and leave the other panel ready for future work. When the time comes, we complete the second side to match the original engraving exactly.
What size is a companion headstone?+
Companion flat markers are typically 36 × 18 × 4 inches. Companion upright headstones range from 36 to 48 inches wide. We confirm the exact dimensions with your cemetery before production.
Can companion stones include two portraits?+
Yes. Dual portraits side by side are one of the most requested designs for companion headstones. Black granite provides the contrast needed for both portraits to be equally detailed and clear.
How long does a companion headstone take to complete?+
Companion headstones generally ship within 4 weeks after proof approval. More complex designs or larger monuments may require additional time, which we confirm in writing before production begins.
