Custom Granite Veterans Memorial Monuments in Washington State — designed to honor service, preserve legacy and enrich communities throughout the state.

Washington State has a strong military heritage shaped by generations of veterans, active-duty personnel and military families. Home to major installations such as Joint Base Lewis–McChord, Naval Base Kitsap, Fairchild Air Force Base and Coast Guard stations across the Pacific Northwest, the state has a deep and ongoing connection to service.

At Picture This On Granite, we proudly support cities, counties, schools, tribal communities, military groups and civic committees across Washington State by designing and installing custom granite veterans memorials that honor the legacy of American service members. 

Our full turnkey approach—consultation, design, engineering, fabrication, delivery and on-site installation—ensures your memorial is both durable and dignified.

Honoring and Supporting Veteran Communities in Washington State

With more than 500,000 veterans and strong participation in military service, Washington State is home to numerous organizations dedicated to remembrance, advocacy and community support. We align our work with respected groups such as:

• Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) : The statewide agency providing veteran benefits assistance, outreach programs, memorial initiatives and support for military families.
• Veterans of Foreign Wars – Washington State (VFW Washington) : A large statewide network of VFW posts supporting veteran services, community programs and remembrance ceremonies across Washington State.

These organizations play a vital role in ensuring that Washington’s veterans receive the recognition and support they have earned. Our granite memorials strengthen this mission by preserving their stories and legacy with durable, long-lasting stone craftsmanship.

Which services do we provide in Washington State?

Picture This On Granite offers a full suite of services tailored to Washington State communities:

• Consultation and concept development :  We work closely with your committee to define goals, historical themes, design direction and site location.
• Engineering and structural planning :  Our engineering team prepares site-specific plans designed to withstand Illinois temperature variations, freeze-thaw cycles and outdoor exposure.
• Artwork design and layout :  We design detailed artwork including inscriptions, portraits, branch insignias, conflict timelines, engraved illustrations and traditional military symbols.
• Granite fabrication :  Premium-grade granite is cut, shaped, polished and prepared for structural durability and aesthetic excellence.
• Laser engraving and etching : High-definition engraving for military emblems, text, images, portraits and visual elements.
• Bronze accessories : Cast bronze plaques, seals, lettering and insignias representing all branches of the United States Armed Forces.
• Shipping and logistics : We coordinate safe, nationwide transportation to any location within Illinois.
• On-site installation : Our bonded and insured installation teams complete all final assembly and finishing directly at your site.

Types of granite veteran monuments we create

We design and build a wide range of custom granite veteran memorial monuments, honoring service members from all branches and all eras. Every monument is built using PG Certified Granite® and finished with PGHD® high-definition engraving for maximum detail, clarity and durability.

Our veteran monument formats include:

• Granite plaques & wall-mounted memorial panels
• Standing granite slabs honoring conflicts, units or service eras
• Multi-panel monuments for multi-war commemorations
• Granite memorial benches with inscriptions, insignias or custom artwork
• Bronze-integrated granite monuments (seals, medals, emblems, lettering)
• Timeline monuments presenting historical events or service histories
• Interpretive granite markers for parks, plazas, cemeteries or military installations
• Custom-shaped monuments featuring badges, symbols or conflict themes

What do we build?

We design veterans memorials that honor service members from every major conflict in United States history. Listed below from the most recent to the oldest:

Conflict-Specific Memorials (Newest to Oldest)

• Global War on Terror (2001–present)
• War in Afghanistan (2001–2021)
• Iraq War / Operation Iraqi Freedom (2003–2011)
• Persian Gulf War (1990–1991)
• Vietnam War (1965-1975)
• Korean War (1950–1953)
• World War II (1941–1945)
• World War I (1917–1918)
• American Civil War (1861–1865)
• War of 1812 (1812–1815)
  

Branch and unit memorials

• U.S. Army monuments
• U.S. Navy monuments
• U.S. Marine Corps monuments
• U.S. Air Force monuments
• U.S. Coast Guard monuments
• National Guard and Reserve units
  

Specialized memorial installations

• Fallen soldier / battlefield cross monuments
• Gold Star Family memorial monuments
• POW/MIA remembrance monuments
• K-9 service dog and military working dog memorials
• Medal of Honor recognition monuments
  

Civic and educational memorial projects

• City, village and county veterans memorials
• Public park, courthouse and civic plaza installations
• Memorials for VFW and American Legion posts
• School and university remembrance structures
  

Why do Washington State communities trust Picture This On Granite (PG Memorials)?

• More than 20 years of experience in granite memorial design and fabrication
• Full statewide service across Washington State
• Expertise in designing monuments for coastal, inland and high-precipitation regions
• Licensed artwork and military insignia integration
• Millions of pounds of granite crafted for public memorial installations
• Turnkey project management for municipalities, counties, tribes, schools and veteran organizations
  

Frequently Asked Questions About Veterans Memorials in Washington State

Bring Your Washington State Veterans Memorial Vision to Life!

If your community in Washington State is planning a veterans memorial project, our team is ready to assist you from concept to installation. We are committed to delivering a memorial built with craftsmanship, respect and historical accuracy. Request your free consultation today!