Business Details
Premier Granite Memorials in Connecticut
Fox-Becker-Sterry Granite has served Connecticut families for over 125 years, establishing itself as a premier provider of granite memorials and monuments. Founded in 1898, our business relocated to Middletown, Connecticut in 1900 to optimize freight access, and we continue to operate from our landmark location at 10 Rapallo Avenue. Our commitment to quality craftsmanship, attention to detail, and personalized customer service has allowed us to serve generations of families through the creation of meaningful memorials. We specialize in designing family, individual, and community memorials, guided by our philosophy of 'Quality Before All Else.' Our team has completed notable projects including memorials for Connecticut governors, renowned authors, and the Portland Veterans' Memorial. With expertise in granite selection, monument design, and cemetery lettering, we combine traditional techniques with modern customization options like laser etching and hand-carved sculptures.Our extensive portfolio showcases diverse memorial types including mausoleums, flush markers, slant markers, and granite benches. We maintain strong relationships with local cemeteries and collaborate with Wesleyan University's fine arts community, whose students frequently document our historic trade practices. Our 33-foot on-site derrick remains a distinctive feature of our operations, reflecting our long-standing industry expertise. Through consistent dedication to excellence, we have maintained our reputation as Connecticut's leading granite memorialist despite evolving market competition.
Services
Granite Memorials
Monument Design
Granite Signs
Family Memorials
Cemetery Lettering
Custom Etching
Hand Carving
Mausoleum Construction
Columbarium Units
Flush Markers
Highlights and features
- We have over 125 years of experience in granite memorial craftsmanship
- Our team maintains the original 'Quality Before All Else' philosophy since 1898
- We offer complete customization with carving, etching, and lettering options
- Our portfolio includes memorials for Connecticut governors and notable figures
- We provide personalized guidance through the memorial selection process
Services
Granite Memorials
Custom-designed granite memorials provide lasting tributes with personalized options. We offer traditional monuments, flush markers, and slant markers in various granite colors. Our memorials combine durability with artistic expression through carving, etching, and lettering techniques. Each memorial receives meticulous attention to detail, ensuring it meets our quality standards and honors the individual's legacy effectively.
Monument Design
Our monument design service offers boundless customization possibilities for family and individual memorials. Clients can choose from shaped carvings, flat carvings, or hand-carved sculptures. We provide laser etching and hand etching options using client-provided images or our design library. The service includes consultation on lettering styles from hundreds of available options to create truly personalized tributes that reflect individual preferences and family heritage.
Granite Signs
Durable granite signs create lasting impressions for businesses and public spaces. We craft signs in various sizes and shapes using high-quality granite that withstands weathering. The service includes customization with lettering styles and design elements that convey strength and reliability. These nearly indestructible signs require minimal maintenance while maintaining their elegant appearance over time, making them ideal for commercial and municipal applications.
Family Memorials
Comprehensive family memorial solutions accommodate multiple generations in a single tribute. We design memorials that incorporate space for future interments while maintaining aesthetic continuity. The service includes planning for cemetery regulations and family needs, with options for adding names over time. Our team guides families through material selection, layout planning, and inscription choices to create cohesive, meaningful tributes that honor family legacies across generations.
Cemetery Lettering
Precision lettering services enhance memorials with clear, permanent inscriptions. We offer hundreds of font styles and sizes to suit different memorial types. The service includes traditional hand-carving and modern etching techniques for both new memorials and restoration projects. Our experts ensure proper spacing and depth for optimal readability, using methods that maintain the stone's integrity while creating elegant, lasting tributes that withstand environmental exposure.
People
John B. Sterry, Jr.
President
As President of Fox-Becker-Sterry Granite, John B. Sterry, Jr. upholds the company's founding philosophy of 'Quality Before All Else.' With decades of experience in the granite memorial industry, he oversees operations and maintains the high standards established since 1898. Under his leadership, the company continues to create notable memorials while preserving traditional craftsmanship techniques.
Questions
What types of memorials do you offer?
We offer family memorials, individual memorials, community memorials, mausoleums, flush markers, slant markers, traditional monuments, and granite benches.
Can I customize my memorial design?
Yes, we offer extensive customization options including carvings, etchings, hand-carved sculptures, and hundreds of lettering styles for personalized tributes.
What granite colors are available?
We offer Barre Gray, American Black, India Red, Burgundy Med, Dark Barre Gray, Mountain Red, Laurentian Rose, Impala Black, Memory Rose, and other imported granites.
How long have you been in business?
We've been serving Connecticut families since 1898, making us one of the oldest continuously operating memorial companies in the region.
Do you create veterans' memorials?
Yes, we created the Portland Veterans' Memorial honoring service members from World War I through the Persian Gulf War with nearly 1,500 names.
What design options exist for memorials?
We offer shaped carvings, flat carvings, hand-carved sculptures, laser etching, hand etching, and custom scene designs for personalized memorials.
