Our story began in 2019 when we lost Chrissie’s mom. During that painful time, our family visited several local monument companies and quickly became concerned that we would not be able to afford a headstone for her. Her father was discouraged, and we began to fear that any stone would be too expensive — especially one that would memorialize her the way we truly wanted.

We were given the name of a small local business, Royal Monument, recommended for its high-quality craftsmanship and more affordable pricing compared to larger companies. We decided to take a chance and met with Kebben.

He was patient and compassionate, and he worked closely with us to design a beautiful stone that our family felt very proud of. The price was more than fair and fit within our budget. The relief was written all over my father-in-law’s face. In the middle of an already difficult time, the added stress and disappointment we had been carrying was lifted.

Fast forward to July 2024, when we lost my dad. Once again, we found ourselves navigating grief and returned to Royal Monument to help us with his stone. We were met with the same patience and compassion we had received from Kebben five years earlier.

During that time, we learned that after many years in the business, Kebben was preparing to retire. That news sparked something in us. I already had experience in design and sandblasting wooden signs and I had previously owned my own construction business. We began to wonder: maybe we could continue providing the same quality, affordable service to future families that Kebben had provided to ours.

After several months of conversations, getting to know each other, and a few tutoring sessions to pass along tips and tricks of the trade, the torch was officially passed.

We are incredibly grateful for the opportunity that has been given to us, and we are committed to helping families honor and preserve the memories of their loved ones with compassion, craftsmanship, and affordability. Our mission is to craft lasting memorials that stand as symbols of remembrance, love, and honor for generations to come.