Bevel & Pillow Markers

Bevel and pillow markers rise a few inches above the lawn, with a gently angled face that lifts the inscription toward the light. They keep the understated character of a flat marker while giving names, dates and artwork a little more presence — a quiet middle ground many families find just right.

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A gentle rise above the lawn

A bevel marker is thicker at the back than the front, so its polished face tilts softly upward; pillow markers share the same idea with a rounded, cushioned form. The angled surface sheds rain and leaves and makes inscriptions easier to read than a fully flat stone. Families choose this form when they want a quiet memorial with a touch more presence, often with a vase, portrait or carved border.

ProfileRaised a few inches, with a softly angled inscription face.

VisibilityEasier to read than lawn-level markers while staying understated.

PersonalizationBorders, portraits, vases, emblems and custom lettering.

Common applicationsIndividual and companion burials, cremation spaces.

Popular Variations

Ways families shape this style

Single Bevel Marker Classic bevel with name, dates and border

Companion Bevel Marker Wide bevel honoring two loved ones together

Flat-Top Bevel Clean flat-top profile with crisp edges

Oval-Top Pillow Softly rounded pillow form

Serpentine Pillow Flowing serpentine top line

Bevel Marker with Vase Integrated granite vase for flowers

Bevel Marker with Portrait Porcelain portrait beside the lettering

Cremation Bevel Marker Compact bevel sized for cremation spaces

Infant Pillow Marker Softly rounded pillow with gentle artwork

Design Gallery

Designs in this style

Each design is a starting point and may be adapted where cemetery rules allow.

Designs shown are for inspiration. Reference a design code when you write to us and we’ll start from there.

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Details that tell the story

Lettering & datesHand-set typography, from classic serif to contemporary forms.

EpitaphsA verse, a phrase, a line the family lives by.

PortraitsPorcelain and laser-etched portraits.

Religious symbolsCrosses, praying hands, doves, stars and more.

Floral artworkRoses, lilies, branches and garlands.

Borders & panelsCarved frames that give the inscription a setting.

VasesGranite or bronze, matched to the memorial.

Bilingual inscriptionsTwo languages carried together, proofed with the family.

Handwriting & signaturesA signature or handwritten line, reproduced faithfully.

Custom artworkLandscapes, emblems and motifs drawn for one story.

Personalization options vary by memorial form and cemetery. We can help review published requirements and identify the details that should be confirmed before the design is finalized.

Available styles, dimensions, materials and finishes may vary by cemetery section. Cemetery rules vary by location and section. Final dimensions, materials, finishes, foundations and installation requirements must be confirmed with the cemetery before production. Stone House can help your family review available information and coordinate questions with the cemetery before production.

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We'll help you explore design options that fit your cemetery's requirements and your family's vision. And if the design you're imagining isn't shown here, share a photo, a sketch, or simply describe your idea.