Solid Ground Monument Co., Council Bluffs, IA (2026)

01/06/2026

January is the perfect time to plan ahead and schedule gravestone cleaning, maintenance, or repairs before Memorial Day.

At Solid Ground Monument Company, we specialize in caring for monuments the right way—using proper techniques, approved cleaners, and hands-on craftsmanship to preserve each stone’s integrity and the legacy it represents.

Services offered:
• Cleaning
• Maintenance
• Reconstruction
• Leveling & Re-Sets

Whether a stone has weathered years of Iowa and Nebraska seasons or needs attention after winter settling, we’re here to help.

📅 Spring & pre-Memorial Day spots are now booking
📞 Call or text 402-926-6859 for details & pricing
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Preserving Legacies with Care and Craftsmanship.

Family-owned. Local. Trusted.

12/10/2025

Well, another one in the books at Fairview Cemetery!
Established in 1876, Fairview Chapel & Cemetery has been a part of Washington Township’s history for nearly 150 years. We just wrapped up restoration work here — repairing, cleaning, and resetting several monuments that had shifted or weathered over time. The transformations speak for themselves, and we’ll be sharing the before-and-after photos so you can see the progress firsthand.

Fairview Cemetery sits just off Highway 6 and Minden Road, on land originally donated by Jay B. Matthews. The very first burial was Jacob Sketchley in 1876, and by 1901 the cemetery expanded from the original lots into the new section as the community grew. The adjoining chapel was built in 1889 by G.W. Briggs and sons, and while it hasn’t had a full-time minister since 1921, it still hosts special services and remains an important local landmark.

Thanks to the Fairview Pioneer Memorial Association, formed in 1956, the chapel and cemetery have remained well cared for and active — and we’re proud to contribute to that ongoing preservation.

Whether it’s a full cemetery restoration like this or just an individual family stone, we handle every project with the same care, respect, and craftsmanship.

📍 Serving Southwest Iowa and the Greater Omaha area
📞 402-926-6859 | info@solidgroundia.com

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~Preserving Legacies with Care and Craftsmanship~

11/20/2025

Now Booking Spring Time Cemetery Restoration!

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11/05/2025

Well, that’s a wrap on the first round at Whipple Cemetery!

We just finished up phase one of restoration work here — repairing and resetting several monuments and tablets that have stood the test of time. It’s always rewarding to help bring new life to a place with so much history.

Whipple Cemetery has roots going back to the late 1800s. Edward Dean and I. Whipple — a local tavern keeper along the old Mormon Trail — were both involved in establishing the cemetery. The first lot was sold in 1879, and the earliest known burials date back to the 1880s. Generations of families have been laid to rest here, each stone telling its own story of the people who helped shape this area.

We’re proud to play a part in preserving that history and keeping these monuments standing strong for years to come. There’s still more work to be done in future phases, but it’s already looking great out there.

Whether it’s a full cemetery restoration or just one family stone, we handle every project with the same care and craftsmanship.

📍 Serving Southwest Iowa & Greater Omaha Metro
📞 402-926-6859 | info@solidgroundia.com

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Solid Ground Monument Company
Preserving Legacies with Care and Craftsmanship

10/25/2025

Well, that’s a wrap at Downsville Cemetery!
Established back in 1860, this beautiful little cemetery just got some well-deserved attention. We finished restoring and rebuilding several monuments and old tablets that had seen better days — and they’re now standing tall once again.

It’s always rewarding to see these pieces of history brought back to life. Every stone tells a story, and we’re proud to help preserve them for generations to come.

We don’t just take on full cemetery restorations — we also handle individual and family stone repairs, cleanings, and leveling too.

📍 Serving Southwest Iowa and the Greater Omaha Metro

📞 402-926-6859 | info@solidgroundia.com

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Solid Ground Monument Company
Preserving Legacies with Care and Craftsmanship.

10/15/2025

Each restoration tells a story — not just of the stone, but of the legacy it represents.

Here are a few recent before-and-after transformations we’ve completed.
Every project is handled with the same care and craftsmanship we’d want for our own family.

If your loved one’s monument is leaning, sinking, or simply needs a good cleaning — we’re here to help.

📍 Serving southwest Iowa and the Omaha metro
💬 Free quotes & inspections
📞 Call or text: 402-926-6859
📧 info@solidgroundia.com

🌿 Solid Ground Monument Company
“Preserving Legacies with Care and Craftsmanship.”

09/23/2025

🕊️ Individual & Family Stone Cleaning & Restoration 🕊️

Over time, gravestones naturally weather and collect dirt, lichen, and staining that can make it hard to read names and inscriptions. At Solid Ground Monument Company, we carefully cleaning and restoring individual or family stones—bringing them back to the dignity they deserve.

✨ Why families choose us:

Safe, industry-approved cleaners & tools

Gentle methods that protect the stone

Restore legibility and appearance

Local & Fully Insured

If you’d like to see your loved one’s stone restored with care, we’d be honored to help. Add us a message here on Facebook or reach out for a free quote.

📞 402-926-6859
✉️ info@solidgroundia.com

Solid Ground Monument Company
Preserving Legacies with Care and Craftsmanship

09/19/2025

Welcome to Solid Ground Monument Company

We are Devan and Jennifer Hitchcock a family-owned gravestone restoration and monument company dedicated to preserving legacies with care and craftsmanship. Based in Council Bluffs, IA, we proudly serve southwest Iowa and the greater Omaha metro area.

Our work includes monument leveling, re-setting, cleaning, replacements, and new memorials. Fully licensed and insured, we take pride in helping families, churches, funeral homes, and cemeteries ensure every memorial stands with dignity for generations to come.

If you know someone who could benefit from our services, we invite you to share our page and help us spread the word. Every share makes a difference in preserving the history and memories of those who came before us.

📞 Call or text: (402) 926-6859
📧 Email: info@solidgroundia.com

Solid Ground Monument Company
“Preserving Legacies with Care and Craftsmanship”

09/17/2025

Welcome to Solid Ground Monument Company

We are Devan and Jennifer Hitchcock a family-owned gravestone restoration and monument company dedicated to preserving legacies with care and craftsmanship. Based in Council Bluffs, IA, we proudly serve southwest Iowa and the greater Omaha metro area.

Our work includes monument leveling, re-setting, cleaning, replacements, and new memorials. Fully licensed and insured, we take pride in helping families, churches, funeral homes, and cemeteries ensure every memorial stands with dignity for generations to come.

If you know someone who could benefit from our services, we invite you to share our page and help us spread the word. Every share makes a difference in preserving the history and memories of those who came before us.

📞 Call or text: (402) 926-6859
📧 Email: info@solidgroundia.com

Solid Ground Monument Company
“Preserving Legacies with Care and Craftsmanship”

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