A companion monument \u2014 also referred to as a double monument \u2014 is a single stone memorial designed with two panels, one for each person being commemorated. The overall structure of these memorials is designed as one cohesive piece, while each panel carries its own individual name, dates, inscription, and personal details. The shared design \u2014 the shape of the stone, the material, the border, and any central motif \u2014 brings both panels together as one unified tribute.<\/p>\n
Companion monuments are available in upright and shaped styles and can be fully customised to reflect the cultural background, faith, and personalities of the two people being honoured.<\/p>\n
Our companion tombstones are produced using premium granite or marble and pass a thorough quality inspection before it leaves our workshop. Our stonemasons verify every engraving, dimension, and finish against the approved design. If anything does not meet our standards or yours, we fix or replace it. We stand behind every memorial we produce.<\/p>\n
Our monumental masons manage the complete installation process for every companion monument across Melbourne and Sydney. We liaise directly with cemetery authorities in Victoria and New South Wales, submit all required applications, and ensure full compliance with cemetery regulations before installation takes place. Families do not need to contact the cemetery themselves unless they choose to.<\/p>\n
The typical lead time for companion gravestones is 3 to 4 months from order confirmation. Our contract allows up to 6 months to account for any unforeseen circumstances, including material availability and cemetery authority processing times.<\/p>\n
Whether you are planning a companion monument for a loved one now or arranging ahead for the future, our experienced team is here to help. To discuss your requirements, visit any of our showrooms, call 1300 696 896<\/a>, or email lucy@johnstonemart.com. All quotes are free and there is no obligation to proceed until you are ready.<\/p>\n Can we order a companion monument if only one person has passed?<\/strong><\/p>\n Yes, and many families choose to do this. Planning ahead ensures both panels are made from the same stone at the same time, so the colour and finish will always match. We complete the first panel in full and engrave only the name and birth date on the second, leaving it ready to be finished when the time comes. There is no surcharge for returning to complete the second panel later.<\/p>\n Can each panel on a companion monument carry different details?<\/strong><\/p>\n Yes. While the overall monument is designed as one cohesive piece, each panel is individually tailored. Both panels can carry separate names, dates, inscriptions, portrait photos, and cultural or religious symbols.<\/p>\n What materials are available?<\/strong><\/p>\n We offer companion monuments in premium granite \u2014 available in black, grey, red, and white \u2014 and polished marble. Our team can show you material samples at any of our showrooms across Melbourne and Sydney.<\/p>\n Do you install companion monuments at all cemeteries in Melbourne and Sydney?<\/strong><\/p>\n Yes. Our monumental masons are approved to install companion monuments at all cemeteries across Victoria and New South Wales. We manage all cemetery liaison, applications, and approvals on your behalf.<\/p>\n Can you cater to different cultural and religious requirements?<\/strong><\/p>\n Yes. We have more than 30 years of experience working with families from Greek, Italian, Vietnamese, Chinese, Lebanese, Muslim, and many other backgrounds. Our multilingual team includes Arabic, Cantonese, Mandarin, Vietnamese, Greek, and Italian speakers, and we ensure every companion monument is designed with the appropriate cultural and religious care.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" John Stonemart Memorials has been designing and installing companion monuments in Melbourne and Sydney for more than 30 years. A companion monument is a single memorial structure built to honour two people at the same resting place \u2014 most commonly a married couple or life partners, though families sometimes choose this style for other shared burials. Whether one person has already passed or both are being commemorated together, our experienced monumental masons<\/a> will guide you through every stage of the process with care and sensitivity.<\/p>\n Families searching for companion monuments in Sydney and Melbourne will find our full range available across all our showroom locations. Every companion monument we produce is individually crafted in premium granite or marble, designed to meet both the family\u2019s wishes and the requirements of the cemetery authority.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":2861,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[29],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-1930","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_cat-monuments","first","instock","shipping-taxable","product-type-simple"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/johnstonemartmemorials.com.au\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/1930","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/johnstonemartmemorials.com.au\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/johnstonemartmemorials.com.au\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/johnstonemartmemorials.com.au\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1930"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/johnstonemartmemorials.com.au\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2861"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/johnstonemartmemorials.com.au\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1930"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/johnstonemartmemorials.com.au\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=1930"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/johnstonemartmemorials.com.au\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=1930"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/johnstonemartmemorials.com.au\/it\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=1930"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}Frequently Asked Questions<\/h3>\n