Custom Memorial Plaques

Permanent Tributes in Bronze or Aluminum

Memorial plaques offer a timeless way to honor individuals, families, military service, or historic events. Whether installed at a gravesite, on a building, or as part of a bench or monument, plaques are built to preserve memory with dignity and permanence.



At Borth Memorials, we design and produce custom bronze and granite plaques for cemeteries, civic spaces, churches, veterans’ groups, and private families throughout Southern Minnesota. With precise engraving, long-lasting materials, and personalization options, we help you create a plaque that truly reflects the person or purpose it represents.

Black granite memorial with golden cross and inscription:

Plaque Materials We Offer

Bronze Plaques

Cast bronze is the industry standard for formal, weather-resistant memorials. Bronze plaques feature raised lettering, background textures, and optional emblems or images. They are commonly mounted:

  • On granite bases for gravesites
  • On benches, walls, or pedestals
  • With or without a built-in flower vase
  • In cemeteries requiring bronze on granite headstones

Bronze’s warm tone and long-term durability make it ideal for both personal and public memorials.

Granite Plaques

Granite plaques provide a stone alternative to bronze and offer excellent value, especially for matching existing granite monuments or creating standalone ground markers.

  • Available in black, gray, red, pink, or mahogany
  • Can be engraved or etched with names, dates, and artwork
  • Suitable for flat installations, wall mounting, or garden use
  • Allows for custom shapes and design flexibility

Common Uses for Memorial Plaques

Plaques serve many purposes — not only as gravestones, but also as public or private dedications. Our team regularly designs plaques for:

  • Cemetery memorials
  • Cremation markers
  • Wall-mounted tributes
  • Memorial benches or trees
  • Donor recognition
  • Church dedications
  • Civic buildings, schools, parks
  • Historical site markers
  • Veterans’ and military service honors
  • Columbarium/niche identifiers

Whether large or small, every plaque we create is made to last and designed to resonate.

Sizes and Mounting Options

We offer plaques in a wide range of standard and custom sizes. Some common examples include:

  • 10" x 6" (small garden plaque or niche ID)
  • 12" x 8" (cremation marker)
  • 24" x 12" (cemetery bronze on granite)
  • 36" x 12" or 48" x 14" (companion dedication)
  • 18" x 24" (wall-mounted dedication or donor plaque)
  • Custom sizes available on request

Mounting methods include:

  • Wall-mount (drilled and anchored)
  • Post-mount (for signage or trails)
  • Flush/ground-level (for cemetery or garden use)
  • Attached to granite base or bench seat
  • Adhesive installation (indoor use only)


Bronze plaque on a dark stone, reading

Personalization & Design Features

We believe every plaque should reflect the life or legacy it honors. That’s why we offer full customization options:

  • Names, dates, and epitaphs
  • Raised or recessed lettering
  • Custom fonts and layout previews
  • Religious symbols or artwork
  • Service branch emblems (military, police, fire)
  • Donor tiers or honoree lists
  • Ceramic photo inserts or engraved portraits
  • Background textures and border styles

Before production, we’ll provide a scaled digital proof of your plaque design so you can review and approve every detail.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • How do I order a memorial plaque?

    Plaques are available in a wide variety of materials, sizes, and layout styles. We’ll help you choose the right format based on your installation needs and design preferences, and provide a detailed design preview for your approval before production begins.

  • How long does production take?

    Bronze plaques typically require 6 to 10 weeks due to casting time. Granite plaques are often completed within 3 to 6 weeks. Rush service may be available in some cases.

  • Can plaques be installed in any cemetery?

    Most cemeteries accept bronze or granite plaques, but size and placement rules vary. We’ll verify all cemetery requirements before beginning your order.

  • Can I order a plaque without visiting in person?

    Yes. We work with families and organizations remotely across the region and beyond. You can submit details by phone or email, and we’ll send design proofs and updates throughout the process.

  • Are these plaques weatherproof?

    Yes. Both bronze and granite are highly weather-resistant and will hold up for decades outdoors with little to no maintenance.

Ideal for Cremation Memorials

Memorial plaques are often used for cremation burials, particularly when space is limited or traditional upright headstones aren’t permitted. We offer:

  • Bronze-on-granite plaques for in-ground cremation sites
  • Wall plaques for columbarium niches
  • Small granite garden plaques for at-home remembrance
  • Companion plaques with dual names and shared dates

Let us help you create a meaningful tribute that suits the placement and reflects your loved one’s legacy.

Honor with Purpose. Preserve with Care.

A memorial plaque is more than a marker — it’s a statement of remembrance, gratitude, and lasting value. At Borth Memorials, we’re proud to help families, communities, and organizations create plaques that speak for generations.



Let us help you design a tribute that’s worthy of life or cause it honors.