McCook Monument Company

04/13/2026

Did You Know?

Cremation was the dominant funeral practice in Ancient Rome until around the 2nd century AD, when burial began to replace it due to changing religious beliefs.

04/11/2026

Cheers to choosing your own final resting place!

04/09/2026

Eco-friendly burials, using biodegradable caskets and no embalming, are increasing in popularity as people look for more natural and sustainable end-of-life options.

04/07/2026

Car shopping is a lot more fun when your current car is still running. Memorial shopping is a lot like that. Designing a monument in advance is much less stressful than, well, after.

04/06/2026

Did you know?

Due to the high water table in New Orleans, many cemeteries use above-ground tombs. This prevents coffins from resurfacing after heavy rains and flooding.

04/05/2026

04/01/2026

Introducing scented granite options. Choose from Fresh Cut Grass, Pine Forest, or Grandma’s Kitchen.

03/30/2026

Did you know?

In the 1800s, it was common in England and the U.S. to create jewelry using the hair of a deceased loved one. These pieces served as deeply personal keepsakes and were often worn during extended mourning periods.

03/27/2026

Memorials come in all sizes and shapes. There are four basic types of memorials usually sold in Nebraska and Kansas: flushers, bevels, slants, and uprights. (While these are the standard options, you do have all manner of custom options with us. Your imagination is the only limit!)

03/24/2026

For when you want them to pull up a seat and stay awhile...

03/23/2026

Be remembered the way you want to be.