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Hand-carved headstones by NJ Headstone Dealer — 80+ years in Morris County, NJ.

Headstone Specialists — Single, double & flat headstones
Companion Headstones — Side-by-side memorial pairs
Veteran Headstones — VA-compatible military headstones
Custom Granite Carving — Hand-carved in Morris County
Photo-Etched Portraits — High-contrast relief portraits
Headstone Restoration — Restore aged & weathered stone
Cemetery Compliance — Every headstone meets cemetery rules
Foundation Installation — Below frost-line, level-set
American-Made Granite — Domestic & select imported stone
Over 80 Years in NJ — Family-owned since 1945
All 14 NJ Counties — Statewide installation
Multilingual Service — English · Russian · Polish
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Serving all of New Jersey · English, Russian, Polish
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Over 80 Years in NJ

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Service Area

Serving All 14 NJ Counties

NJ Headstone Dealer is a New Jersey headstone dealer and maker operating from Morris County. Our Madison showroom serves families in Bergen, Essex, Passaic, Union, Hunterdon, and Sussex counties directly. Families throughout Middlesex, Somerset, Monmouth, Ocean, Hudson, Mercer, and Warren counties work with us by phone or digital consultation. Our installation crews cover all 14 NJ counties — no subcontractors, no referrals out of state.

  • Morris
  • Bergen
  • Essex
  • Passaic
  • Hudson
  • Union
  • Sussex
  • Warren
  • Hunterdon
  • Somerset
  • Middlesex
  • Mercer
  • Monmouth
  • Ocean
Cemetery Guide

Cemetery Compliance Guide

Cemetery Regulations

A headstone dealer who knows New Jersey's cemeteries is a real advantage. NJ Headstone Dealer has worked at burial grounds throughout all 14 NJ counties and knows the regulations that govern each one. Before any headstone goes into production, we contact the cemetery and confirm current requirements — height limits, base dimensions, permitted stone types, and approved finishes. This step prevents rejected stones and avoids delays after the stone is made.

Foundation Requirements

New Jersey headstones require proper foundations — concrete footings extending below the frost line, typically 30 to 42 inches. NJ Headstone Dealer handles foundation preparation, delivery, and installation as part of every dealer transaction. Families do not need to engage a separate installation contractor. Our team coordinates with cemetery staff and manages every aspect of the placement.

Religious Cemetery Considerations

As a New Jersey headstone dealer serving a multi-faith community, NJ Headstone Dealer produces memorials for Jewish, Catholic, Orthodox Christian, and Protestant traditions. Religious cemeteries across NJ have specific requirements that our craftsmen know from decades of experience. Inscriptions in Hebrew, Russian Cyrillic, and Polish Latin are carved in-house. We serve families in English, Russian, and Polish.

Our Collection

Our Headstones Collection

Headstone Maker / Company

What distinguishes NJ Headstone Dealer as a New Jersey headstone dealer is that we are not a dealer in the conventional retail sense. We do not order from a factory and mark up for resale. We make every headstone in our own Morris County workshop, by hand, in American granite. The family who buys from NJ Headstone Dealer is commissioning a custom memorial from the craftsmen who will make it — not placing an order with an intermediary. This distinction has practical consequences. Our team knows everything about the stone being made because they are making it. Communication is direct. Changes to the design reach the craftsmen without passing through an order management system. Quality is controlled at every step because every step happens in one place. NJ Headstone Dealer has operated this way in Morris County, NJ for over 80 years. Upright, flat, slant, companion, and custom-form headstones are all within our production range. Materials are American-made granite in classic gray, polished black, rose, and mahogany, with polished, honed, and rock-faced finishes available. All inscriptions, portrait engravings, and decorative carvings are executed by hand in our workshop.

Granite Options

American-made granite is the primary material NJ Headstone Dealer stocks and works with. Our inventory covers the full range of colors used in New Jersey headstones — gray, black, rose, and mahogany — in multiple sizes and thicknesses. Material samples are available for review at our Morris County showroom, and descriptions and photographs are provided for families working remotely. All stone is domestic; no imported substitutes.

Custom Design Process

The complete dealer process at NJ Headstone Dealer covers every step from consultation to installed headstone. Families get a scaled design proof for approval before any stone is cut. Materials are confirmed against cemetery requirements. Every element is hand-carved in our workshop. The stone is inspected before delivery. Our installation crew prepares the foundation, coordinates with the cemetery, and sets the stone. This is complete headstone dealer service in New Jersey.

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Our Process

Our Hand-Carving Process

NJ Headstone Dealer's New Jersey headstone dealer process follows six steps, refined over more than 80 years in Morris County. Step one is the initial consultation: we meet with the family — at our Madison showroom or by phone — to understand the memorial, the person being honored, and the cemetery's requirements. Step two is design proofing: a scaled visual of the proposed headstone is created and reviewed by the family, with revisions until the design is approved. Step three is material confirmation: American-made granite is selected by color and finish and verified against the cemetery's published specifications. Step four is hand-carving: every element of the design is executed by hand in our Morris County workshop — lettering, portraits, symbols, and decorative elements are all cut or engraved by our craftsmen. Step five is finishing and inspection: the stone is surface-treated, cleaned, and reviewed for quality. Step six is installation: our team prepares the foundation, coordinates with cemetery staff, and places the headstone. Complete dealer service, in New Jersey, for over 80 years.

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Voices

What Families Say

New Jersey families have entrusted us with their memorials for three generations.

“We went to several dealers before NJ Headstone Dealer. The difference was that they made the stone themselves, right here in New Jersey. That mattered to us, and the finished headstone showed it.” — Anthony, Hudson County NJ
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

If you do not see your question here, call us.

How long does it take to design and install a headstones?

Most headstone commissions take eight to twelve weeks from consultation to installation. Companion stones and designs with portrait engravings may take twelve to sixteen weeks. A timeline is provided when the quote is confirmed.

Do you serve cemeteries throughout New Jersey?

Yes. NJ Headstone Dealer installs headstones in all 14 New Jersey counties. Our team handles all foundation work and cemetery coordination.

Are your memorials cemetery-compliant?

Yes. Every headstone we produce is designed within the specific requirements of the cemetery where it will be installed. We confirm current regulations before beginning production.

Can I bring my own design or photo?

Yes. Photographs, sketches, and reference materials are welcome and encouraged at the consultation. Portrait engravings from family photos are standard.

Do you offer veteran companion markers?

Yes. Veteran companion markers complementing VA-provided base stones are a regular part of our production, including service branch symbols and custom inscription layouts.

What languages do you serve families in?

Yes — English, Russian, and Polish.

Showroom & Gallery

See Headstone Dealer NJ in Person

Browse a few of the stones we have set, then come visit us in person. Sample stones, finishes, and lettering are all on display.

NJ Headstone Dealer Madison, NJ 07940
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