The passing of a close family member or friend is an extremely difficult and emotional time with many decisions. After losing a loved one, you may be tasked with designing the gravestone to celebrate their time on earth and properly mark their burial plot. In addition to working with a professional to create a custom headstone or grave marker, many families elect to add eternal lights to the cemetery plot. If you’re unfamiliar with this addition, here’s some information to review to help guide the design process. 

What Are Eternal Lights?

Eternal lights refer to decorative, solar-powered light options installed around a gravestone. These lights can vary significantly depending on your vision. Some families opt for illumination lights, which are similar to what you’d see on a garden path, to frame the headstone. Other options include battery or solar-powered remembrance candles that can be placed on top of the gravestone or at the base. When you’re looking for a symbolic light, you can also find solar-powered options in the shape of crosses, stars, hearts, flames, or depicting angels, doves, and other idols of peace. 

Why Should You Consider Them for Your Loved One’s Gravestone or Grave Marker?

Eternal lights are a beautiful, symbolic way to honor your loved one. They can represent that while they may have passed, they have not been forgotten. Since they are available in a variety of designs and colors, it also allows you to add a personal touch to their burial plot. On a larger scale, eternal lights create an eye-catching and dynamic look during the evening. Also, with additional lighting throughout a cemetery, you can trust your loved one’s gravestone will be safe and unbothered. Some cemeteries now stay open late at night so that you can visit in the dark, due to the increasing popularity of eternal lights and gravestone illumination. 

Are you searching for eternal lights and a custom gravestone to honor a friend or family member that has passed? If so, Derrick Monument Company Inc in Le Roy, NY, can provide heartfelt remembrances that allow you to honor your loved one. Since opening in 1915, residents throughout the state of New York have come to this grave marker and headstone design company for compassionate service and quality craftsmanship. Call today at (585) 768-8470 to discuss your needs and visit their website to learn about their products and services.