Beautiful Memorials.
Made with Care & Built to Last.
Custom granite memorials handcrafted in Western Iowa.
At Loess Hills Memorials, we believe every life deserves to be remembered with dignity, care, and craftsmanship.
As a locally rooted family business in Missouri Valley, Iowa, we serve the Omaha metro and Western Iowa communities with personalized memorials — from custom headstones to floral placement and site care.
Whether you're planning ahead or honoring a recent loss, we’re here to guide you with clarity and compassion every step of the way.
Craftsmanship Rooted in Meaning
Every memorial we create is personal — thoughtfully designed, built to last, and made to honor a life with dignity and care.
We offer a focused selection of services that reflect our core values of compassion, creativity, and community — including custom headstones, memorial cleaning, floral placement, pet tributes and civic memorial projects.
Whether you're planning ahead or responding to loss, we're here to guide you through each step with clarity and heartfelt support.
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We offer a wide range of memorial styles including flat markers, slants, bevels, uprights, and cremation memorials such as granite urns. Each piece is crafted in-house to reflect the unique life it represents—designed with personal details, meaningful symbols, and lasting materials.
Our key design method is high-resolution laser etching on black granite and marble using an advanced Monument CO2 Laser System. This precision tool enables us to:
Etch photographic images and intricate artwork with unmatched clarity and contrast
Work on stones up to 12" thick
Engrave urns, memorial plaques, and custom pieces with speed and consistency
Produce your memorial timely in-house in Missouri Valley
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Professional headstone cleaning and seasonal floral placement in Western Iowa. Safe D/2 cleaning for granite & marble memorials. Serving the Greater Omaha Metro area.
We offer:
Safe, professional headstone cleaning
Seasonal flower placements for holidays or special dates
Optional subscription plan for ongoing care and remembrance
Each visit includes:
📷 A photo before and after service, texted to you — so you see the care for yourself.Choose a one-time tribute or enroll in a care plan that honors them all year long.
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Honor the life of a beloved pet with a custom memorial made to last.
Our pet remembrance stones are crafted from high-quality granite and designed to withstand all weather conditions. Perfect for home gardens, pet cemeteries, or dedicated memory spots, each piece can be personalized with:
Pet names, dates, and icons (paw prints, hearts, crosses, etc.)
Laser-etched images or custom artwork
Unique shapes and stone finishes
These engraved pet memorials offer a peaceful, lasting way to remember the animals who gave us unconditional love.
Whether you're placing a garden stone in a quiet backyard corner or commissioning a more formal pet headstone, we’ll help you create a tribute that feels just right.
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Stonework that blends beauty, utility, and lasting legacy.
We design and produce engraved granite benches, custom donor recognition walls, and personalized address signagefor families, institutions, and public spaces. All pieces are handcrafted with precision and care — perfect for:
Memorial benches in cemeteries, parks, or prayer gardens
Donor walls and plaques for churches, schools, and nonprofit campaigns
Custom stone address markers for homes, farms, or estates
Each piece is made from durable stone and can be engraved with names, dedications, logos, scripture, or custom artwork. Whether commemorating a loved one or celebrating generosity, these installations are built to last and made to be seen.
How We Help You Tell Their Story
Every project begins with a conversation — and from there, we guide you through a thoughtful, collaborative process. Whether you're designing a new memorial, restoring a headstone, or planning a custom installation, we ensure every detail is handled with care, compassion, and craftsmanship.
Our Thoughtful 3-Step Process:
Step 1: Reach Out
Start with a call or message. We’ll meet to understand your story, your needs, and the vision you have for honoring your loved one.
Step 2: Design & Prepare
We’ll walk you through design options, materials, timelines, and services — always with transparency, patience, and local guidance.
Step 3: Install & Honor
We carefully produce and place your memorial or complete your selected service — with precision, reverence, and respect for the space it holds in your life.
Trusted by Families Near and Far
You Deserve a Memorial That Tells Their Story Well
You're here because someone mattered deeply. Their memory deserves more than something generic.
We're here to help you create a memorial that feels right—one that reflects love, legacy, and the life they lived.
If you’re not sure where to begin, that’s okay. We’ll guide you with clarity, compassion, and respect.
We’re ready to listen when you’re ready to talk.
Loess Hills Memorials, LLC
Honoring Lives. Preserving Memories.
Serving Western Iowa and the Omaha Metro Area
Visit Us
204 E. Erie Street
Missouri Valley, IA 51555
Showroom Hours
Monday–Thursday
10am–4pm
Evenings and Weekends by Appointment
Phone
(712) 600-6204
Connect with Us
hello@loesshillsmemorials.com
Facebook: @LoessHillsMemorials