Frequently Asked Questions
Rolf Monument has been preserving moments in time since 1895. Our team members have been trained from a foundation of four generations. Please let us know how we can help. Walk-ins are welcome.
There are many variables in pricing including the material used, color, size, and how it is finished. If you are working within a budget, please do not hesitate to bring this up at the beginning of discussion. We are in the business of providing excellent service whether the job is large or small.
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Knowing where to start when creating a perfect tribute for your loved one can be overwhelming. Rolf Monument has over 124 years’ experience in the memorial business helping families create a lasting tribute that stands the test of time. We do not create memorials that look the same, we create individually unique pieces that best represent your loved one. Our family helps yours from the designing process to installing your memorial.
Generally, memorials are made from one of three material: granite, marble, and bronze. We recommend granite in most cases because of the design freedom it offers and the durability of the stone.
Memorials are made to represent the person they are made for. Who better to decide how they want to be remembered than that person? And, of course, because decision-making is far more bearable in advance than in times of grief.
If using inventory stock material, we expect to deliver your completed memorial six to eight weeks after you have approved your artwork and design. Custom memorials and monuments from non-inventory stock can take up to three to six months to complete and deliver. Many variables can influence completion time, from a quarry location and rarity of stone to seasonal weather and changes in final design.
No. Marking a grave space is entirely optional and up to you. For the sake of reflection and comfort, we recommend a memorial of some type. It also provides easy access to genealogical information for future generations.
Single memorials range in size from 16” to 28” wide and double markers range in size from 30” to 60” wide. With upright memorials, anything less than 36” wide is considered a single and anything 36” wide or more is considered a double. The size of your cemetery lot will determine the appropriate size for your marker or upright memorials.
Yes, we can put a final date on the memorial after it is placed in the cemetery.
In short, Rolf Monuments has been servicing the Tri-State area of Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky. Since 1895 our work can be seen throughout the Ohio Valley.
Even though Cincinnati is our backyard, we look out our front yard to Louisville, Indianapolis and Columbus. No one knows the cemetery rules in the Tri-State better than Rolf Monuments. Consider us the best resource and our experts are standing by for your questions.
Rolf Monument has some of the best displays in the Cincinnati area. However if you are outside Cincinnati, we would be happy to meet at a convenient location for you. We will bring our latest portfolio and samples to you.