JK Monuments

JK Monuments Monuments of any size or design. Serving the Tri-County Area for a combined family ownership of 30+ yrs.

12/27/2025

One of the most frequent questions asked of me is.... "In your experience,, what type of headstone would you recommend ?? "

Well, while on a recent restoration excursion I found a perfect example of why when describing an ideal stone type, this is my go to. It's a 107 year old, rough cut boulder, chiseled granite monument that weighs well over 1000 pounds. Other than the stones heft which is causing it to slowly sink, it's in pristine condition !! With that said, granite need not be shaped like this and can actually be found in more traditional styles so when someone inquires and says they're in the market to purchase something, I always lean on "HIGH QUALITY granite.

●●● Granite is ●●●

⭐️Exceptionally durable
⭐️Resistant to weathering
⭐️Easy to maintain
⭐️Has many color variations to choose from
⭐️Its hardness allows for deep, precise engraving that stays sharp and legible for generations,

Last settings for the year done last month.Every year we do more stones.…truly enjoy the opportunity to create these spe...
12/07/2025

Last settings for the year done last month.
Every year we do more stones.…truly enjoy the opportunity to create these special memorials for our customers.

11/23/2025

Great episode this morning…about someone who collects recipes that were engraved on headstones and made a cookbook “To Die For”!

Raising a toppled stone.
10/11/2025

Raising a toppled stone.

Always an honor to create these special memorials.
10/11/2025

Always an honor to create these special memorials.

The hardest day of grief isn’t the funeral. And it isn’t the birthday of the one who’s no longer here. It’s not the anni...
08/11/2025

The hardest day of grief isn’t the funeral. And it isn’t the birthday of the one who’s no longer here. It’s not the anniversary, not the marked date, not the sharp, expected sting. The hardest day is the one that looks like any other day.

It’s the ordinary moment when something beautiful happens in your life… and you suddenly realize you can’t share it with that person anymore. It’s joy that hurts, because inside it is the shadow of absence.

Or it’s the day when you’re in pain, and you crave those familiar arms, that voice that always knew how to calm the storm inside you.

The hardest day is a plain Sunday. Silence that screams. Time that drags, leaving only emptiness behind. It’s a day with no event at all — yet full of unbearable longing.

And even within that pain, there’s a fragile kind of light. Because if we grieve, it means we loved. And everything we lost was real. And memory — it’s proof that love doesn’t disappear. It simply changes shape.

Always an honor to either create a special memorial or help to straighten an existing one.
08/03/2025

Always an honor to either create a special memorial or help to straighten an existing one.

Ever heard of a columbarium? It’s a beautifully designed, above-ground structure that holds urns containing cremated rem...
07/17/2025

Ever heard of a columbarium?

It’s a beautifully designed, above-ground structure that holds urns containing cremated remains. Unlike traditional burial, a columbarium offers a space-saving and environmentally conscious option while still providing a permanent place for remembrance.

Each niche (or compartment) can be personalized with names, dates, and meaningful inscriptions—and many are located in peaceful cemetery settings or memorial gardens.

Columbarias are becoming an increasingly popular choice for families who want a dignified, lasting tribute that can be visited for generations.

Curious if it's the right option for your family? We’re here to answer any questions—no pressure, just support.

We received a call from someone who wanted to donate this monument. They were not able to use it and were told to either...
07/13/2025

We received a call from someone who wanted to donate this monument. They were not able to use it and were told to either crush it up or toss in a landfill. So happy they called us as it has a beautiful laser scene - we will use it as a floor model for now but eventually will try to polish out the name and dates and hope it can be used by another family.

Recent cemetery work - very busy weekends!
07/13/2025

Recent cemetery work - very busy weekends!

🌼 We love seeing families place beautiful flowers to honor their loved ones — but we want to help you protect the monume...
05/30/2025

🌼 We love seeing families place beautiful flowers to honor their loved ones — but we want to help you protect the monument too.

Most flower saddles are made from metal wire with a thin rubber coating. Over time that thin rubber coating can wear through and rust begins to form. The rust transfers to the granite and leaves stains that can go deep into the stone which are extremely difficult — sometimes impossible — to remove.

✅ What can you do?

- Always check that your flower saddle has a thick, intact rubber coating.

- Cut pieces of garden hose or clear rubber tubing to place under the legs — an easy and affordable way to prevent contact with the granite!

A little prevention goes a long way in preserving your monument’s beauty for generations.

Always an honor to be entrusted to helping families create lasting tributes to their loved ones.Another busy weekend.
05/19/2025

Always an honor to be entrusted to helping families create lasting tributes to their loved ones.
Another busy weekend.

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34194 83rd Avenue
Saint Joseph, MN
56374

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