custom monument services

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Whether you are looking for a timeless granite headstone, a classic bronze military marker, or something entirely unique Des Moines-Winterset Memorials can provide custom monument services to fit any need and budget.

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Learning Center

The journey to honor a loved one or plan for your own wishes can be a daunting one. We want to help demystify the process and the death care industry as a whole. Visit our Learning Center to discover information that delves into topics like the monument design process, internment rights, and so much more.

Choosing the Right Memorial for a Military Veteran

As Veterans Day approaches, we pause to honor the courage, sacrifice, and service of the men and women who have defended our nation. For families of veterans, choosing the right memorial is a meaningful way to preserve their legacy and [...]

Celebrating National Employee Ownership Month

October marks National Employee Ownership Month, a time to acknowledge the significance of employee ownership and its positive impact on employees, communities, and customers alike. At Des Moines Winterset Memorials, we are proud to be a part of the Rayser [...]

The Role of Technology in the Future of Memorials

Memorials have long served as a way to honor the lives and legacies of loved ones. Traditionally, these tributes have been physical monuments, such as headstones or plaques. Today, technology is reshaping the memorial industry, offering new ways to commemorate, [...]

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Our Staff

Tom Black

Tom Black
General Manager

Tony Dugan

Tony Dugan
Memorialist

Sheri Crouse

Sheri Crouse
Office Manager

Kepler Johnson

Kepler Johnson
Memorialist

What our customers are saying …

“Absolutely terrific, very knowledgeable, and experienced Tony Dugan was easy to work with. He went above and beyond to meet my needs. He was very specific about the layout of the monument and he worked with me as a team to create a design for my wife and me.

The whole company gave a good price and didn’t move on the process without my say so. They were on time, no problems, no complaints. I highly recommend his team, they were prompt at responding as well. It’s a tough process to go through in a time of mourning, but he made it easy, he was very caring and professional.”

Randy Davis, Altoona, Iowa
” I was completely satisfied with my service. The selection was good, and the employees were great!

While choosing a stone for my wife’s grave I wanted something very unique like her. I found just that, the memorial looks very nice. Tony was excellent to work. “

Gary Adams, Des Moines, Iowa

“I just wanted to thank you again for all your help in showing and telling us all about the designs and how they could be arranged on Becky’s stone. When I first saw Becky’s stone at the cemetery I was awestruck as to how beautiful it is. It is so much more beautiful than I imagined it would be.

I am so thankful to you and your artisans who engraved and prepared the stone, and those who installed Becky’s stone. The engraving is meticulous and beautiful. I know my wife is happy with it. Thank you and your entire team at Des Moines Winterset Memorials.”

Dick Rutledge, Winterset, Iowa

“We bought our gravestone pre-need, knowing we wanted to pick it out together, plus it would be less emotional to buy it and have it installed before we needed it. Tony was very professional, knowledgeable, and kind. He answered all of our questions and gave us some ideas to consider.

I texted him with some follow-up questions, and he was very quick to reply. He was easy to work with and we have a gravestone that is exactly what we wanted. I highly recommend Tony and Des Moines Winterset Memorials.”

Diane Shoemaker, Des Moines, Iowa