Des Moines-Winterset Memorials

03/19/2026

We are thrilled to announce that we have moved into our new Winterset location! 📦

Come visit us at 1601 N. John Wayne Dr. in Winterset to see our new sales office and view our expansive inventory, both inside and outside!

We are so excited to be able to continue to serve the community that we have proudly been a part of since 1878!

Questions about our new location? Let us know! Drop us a comment below or give us a call at 515-462-4812!

03/17/2026

Wishing everyone a Happy St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀

We feel lucky to be part of an employee-owned community where hard work, teamwork, and shared success make every day something to celebrate.

03/16/2026

⚪ Granite Color of the Month: Bethel White ⚪

This month we’re featuring Bethel White, a timeless granite from our partners at Rock of Ages, quarried in Bethel, Vermont. Known for its clean appearance and fine grain, this beautiful stone provides an elegant backdrop for inscriptions and personalized designs.

Bethel White has been a trusted choice for memorials for generations thanks to its durability, craftsmanship, and classic style.

Interested in learning more about this granite option? Our team would be happy to help.

03/15/2026

🇺🇸 Memorial Day Inventory Sale 🇺🇸

Now through May 31, save up to 40% off in-stock monuments at Des Moines Winterset Memorials.

If you’ve been considering creating a lasting tribute for a loved one—or planning ahead for peace of mind—this is a great opportunity to do so.

Our in-stock memorials are ready to be personalized and installed.

Stop by or contact us to learn more while inventory lasts.

03/12/2026

🌷 Spring is a Time for Renewal — Including Memorial Care 🌷

As winter fades, it’s a great time to check in on the memorials of loved ones. Snow, ice, and seasonal debris can leave monuments needing a little attention, and a simple spring cleaning can help preserve their beauty for years to come.

In our latest blog, we share safe and simple tips for cleaning and caring for granite memorials after winter — and when it may be time to seek professional help.

Taking a moment to care for a memorial can also be a meaningful way to reconnect with the memories of those we love.

👉 Read the full blog here: https://www.dmwmemorials.com/spring-cleaning-for-memorials/

03/11/2026

Planning ahead is one of the most thoughtful gifts you can give your family.

Pre-planning your memorial allows you to decide how you want to be remembered, removes uncertainty for your loved ones, and can even help lock in today’s prices.

Our team is here to guide you every step of the way—from choosing the right memorial to creating a lasting tribute.

📞 We’re happy to meet with you in your home or wherever is most comfortable. Stop in to either of locations or give us a call today.

03/06/2026

Proud to be part of the Rayser Holdings employee-owned community.
Today we celebrate the people who make it all possible — our employee owners.

Today is National Employee Appreciation Day—but at Rayser, we celebrate something even bigger.

We’re not just employees.
We’re employee owners.

Ownership means taking pride in the work we do, supporting one another, and building something meaningful together. Every day, our employee owners bring dedication, expertise, and a shared commitment to success.

Today we celebrate the people who make Rayser what it is. Thank you for your hard work, your ownership mindset, and everything you do to move us forward.

02/20/2026

We are thrilled to be welcoming Skunk River Block & Pallet to the Rayser Holdings community! We are so glad to have you join us. Welcome aboard!

🎉 We’re proud to announce that Rayser Holdings has acquired Skunk River Block & Pallet, located in Pella, Iowa!

As an employee-owned company, growth means more than expansion — it means welcoming new team members who will now share in ownership, success, and the future we’re building together.

We’re thrilled to welcome the Skunk River team into our community of employee owners and can’t wait to see what we accomplish side by side.

Read more here:
👉 https://www.rayserholdings.com/news/rayser-holdings-acquires-skunk-river-block-pallet/

Welcome to Rayser! 💛

02/14/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day! 💕

Today, we’re sharing the love and celebrating the people who make our organization and communities so special—our employees, customers, partners, and friends.

Thank you for being part of our story. We hope your day is filled with kindness, connection, and a little extra joy.

02/11/2026

❤️ Celebrating Love That Lasts ❤️

February is a time to reflect on the relationships that shape our lives. In our newest blog, we explore how memorials can honor shared stories — celebrating couples, families, and the bonds that continue long after loss.

From companion monuments to meaningful symbols, memorialization becomes a powerful expression of love and legacy.

👉 Read the blog: https://www.dmwmemorials.com/memorials-that-celebrate-love-honoring-shared-lives-and-lasting-ties/

02/09/2026

🔨 We’re Hiring: Monument Installer 🔨

Des Moines Winterset Memorials is looking to add a Monument Installer to our team! This hands-on role is essential to honoring families by ensuring memorials are installed with care, precision, and craftsmanship.

This position will be based out of our new Winterset facility, offering a great opportunity to be part of an exciting new chapter for our team. As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer meaningful work, a supportive environment, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact in our communities.

If you—or someone you know—enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in quality workmanship, and wants to be part of something meaningful, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Learn more and apply here: https://www.dmwmemorials.com/careers/

01/29/2026

🎉 Welcome to the Team, Kellie! 🎉

We’re excited to welcome Kellie Gehringer to the Des Moines Winterset Memorials team as our new Memorialist for the Winterset location. A Winterset native, Kellie brings a strong connection to the community and a compassionate approach to helping families honor their loved ones.

Kellie will be working from our new Winterset location at 1601 N. John Wayne Drive, and we’re thrilled to have her serving families right here in her hometown. Please join us in welcoming her to the team!