Mccall Monument

03/30/2026

Quiet moments to remember.

Write their name.
In a notebook, a journal, or the corner of a page.
Sometimes writing it helps keep them close.

03/27/2026

Do you offer help if I’m out of state?

Yes. Many families we serve live outside Iowa but have loved ones buried here.
We can coordinate everything, from design to installation, with clear communication and respectful support.

03/25/2026

Families often ask where we work. With over 150 years of local experience, we serve cemeteries across Central Iowa and handle all local requirements with care.

Learn why local knowledge matters.
https://www.mccallmonument.com/blog/cemeteries-we-work-with-central-iowa?utm_source=fb_page&utm_medium=Mccall_Monument&utm_campaign=publer

03/23/2026

Share from the Heart
Spring tulips. Summer drives. Fall leaves. Winter mornings with fresh coffee.

Every season holds memory. Some people are a season in how they lived, what they loved, and what they left behind.

What time of year brings them closest to you?

03/21/2026

Today is National Memory Day.

Some memories are loud: laughter, music, a moment that made you feel known.
Others are quiet: the way they folded a towel, their handwriting, the sound of their footsteps in the hall.

Each one is a thread in the story of someone you love.
Today, we pause to honor those memories and the people who left them behind.

What’s a memory that still brings someone close for you?

03/20/2026

Meet Laura, one of our monument designers here at McCall Monument.

Laura helps bring each family's vision to life with care, creativity, and attention to detail. From layout to lettering, she ensures every design reflects the love and story behind it.

We’re grateful for the work she does and the heart she brings to each memorial.

03/18/2026

Irish heritage can be honored through green granite, Celtic crosses, meaningful phrases, and family symbols.

Explore thoughtful ways to reflect Irish identity in a lasting memorial.
https://www.mccallmonument.com/blog/irish-heritage-memorial-design?utm_source=fb_page&utm_medium=Mccall_Monument&utm_campaign=publer

03/12/2026

What to Include on a Headstone

Beyond names and dates, many families choose inscriptions, symbols, artwork, or photos that tell a fuller story.

This guide walks through the most common choices and how to personalize a headstone with meaning.
https://www.mccallmonument.com/blog/what-to-include-on-a-headstone?utm_source=fb_page&utm_medium=Mccall_Monument&utm_campaign=publer

03/11/2026

Today we recognize the quiet work of funeral directors and morticians.

They show up in the hardest moments, offering families guidance, support, and steadiness when it’s needed most.

At McCall Monument, we are grateful to work alongside so many compassionate professionals who care deeply for the people they serve.

To those who help honor life with dignity: thank you.

03/09/2026

“May the road rise up to meet you. May the wind be always at your back.”

This Irish blessing has offered comfort for generations.

It’s a wish for peace, for safe passage, and for continued love even in the quiet after loss.

As St. Patrick’s Day nears, we honor the heritage, faith, and memory that shape the families we serve.

03/06/2026

A memorial can be as unique as the life it honors.

This custom headstone features a guitar design to reflect a love of music, a powerful way to remember someone by what brought them joy.

At McCall Monument, we work with families to create designs that go beyond dates. From favorite instruments to symbols of faith or hobbies, we help bring stories to stone with care and meaning.

03/05/2026

Looks like a great way to appreciate some textiles during !

Join me at the State Historical Museum for a pop-in exhibit tour to explore clothing and meaningful cloth throughout the museum's collection. 🧵

Fashion and textiles play a significant role in Iowa's history. In this special guided exhibit tour, participants will learn the fascinating and interesting history of some of the clothing and textiles on display.

March 21, 2026 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm

👗 It's FREE but advance registration is required: https://history.iowa.gov/events/pop-museum-tour-fabrics-textiles-and-clothing