Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Funeral Services in Columbus, OH
Modlich Monument has been Central Ohio's premier provider of cemetery monuments and memorial services since 1936. Founded by German immigrant Linus Modlich, our family-owned business combines traditional Old World stonecutting techniques with modern technology to create personalized tributes. We offer complete memorial services including custom design consultation, precision stone cutting, professional installation, and ongoing maintenance. Our four generations of craftsmanship ensure premium materials and superior quality in granite, marble, and bronze memorials.With showrooms in Columbus, Westerville, Delaware, and Grove City, we serve families seeking traditional upright monuments, cremation memorials, and specialty designs. Our commitment to excellence includes computer-generated design previews, hand-selected stone materials, and guaranteed lasting quality. We specialize in lifelike portrait etchings, landscape scenes, and military memorials while maintaining transparent pricing and compassionate guidance throughout the memorialization process.
Services
Cemetery Memorials
Cremation Memorials
Memorial Markers
Portrait Etchings
Landscape Scenes
Military Memorials
Stone Signage
Recognition Products
Details
- Year established: 1936
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1936 with four generations of expertise
- Combines traditional craftsmanship with modern stonecutting technology
- Full-service provider from design to installation
- Premium domestic and imported granite selection
- Multiple convenient locations across Central Ohio
Services
Cemetery Memorials
Custom-designed upright and flat cemetery monuments honor loved ones with timeless beauty. Available in various materials, finishes, and styles, each memorial reflects individual life stories through precision laser etching and traditional hand-carving techniques. Our craftsmen create personalized tributes that combine Old World heritage with modern technology for lasting durability.
Portrait Etchings
Lifelike stone etchings capture the essence of loved ones using advanced laser technology and traditional artistry. Our skilled artists transform photographs into detailed portraits that withstand weathering while maintaining emotional authenticity. Each etching preserves facial expressions and personal characteristics for generations of remembrance.
Cremation Memorials
Specialized memorials for cremated remains include garden urns, niche markers, and scattering gardens. We offer customizable options in granite, marble, and bronze with personalized inscriptions and artistic elements. Our designs provide meaningful spaces for remembrance while meeting cemetery regulations and family preferences.
Memorial Installation
Professional installation ensures proper foundation setting and long-term stability of all memorials. Our team handles precise leveling, anchoring systems, and site preparation according to cemetery guidelines. We guarantee secure placement of monuments ranging from traditional headstones to large custom structures.
Stone Restoration
Comprehensive cleaning and repair services restore dignity to weathered memorials. Using gentle techniques, we remove biological growth and stains without damaging original engravings. Our restoration includes crack repairs, foundation stabilization, and protective sealant applications to preserve historical and family monuments.
Questions
What memorial options are available for cremation?
We offer garden urns, niche markers, scattering gardens, and personalized cremation monuments in various materials and designs.
Can I customize my memorial design?
Yes, our designers create custom etchings, inscriptions, and shapes using computer modeling and traditional carving techniques.
Do you provide installation services?
Yes, we handle complete monument installation including foundation work and cemetery regulations compliance.
What materials do you use?
We use premium domestic and imported granites, marble, bronze, and specialized memorial stones for lasting durability.
How long has your company been in business?
Modlich Monument Company has served Central Ohio families since 1936 with four generations of stonecutting expertise.
Do you offer military memorials?
Yes, we design and install official military tributes including government-issued markers and custom veteran memorials.