Winter 2014 As I sit at my desk and write this, it is three weeks until the New Year. By the time you read this, it will be about three weeks after the New Year. I am excited for the coming of Christmas and New Years Eve, as you are most likely relieved that the holidays are now over. When I think about this, I find it interesting how we get all excited about events such as holidays; the anticipation builds over several weeks leading up to the day. Then the day after, the excitement is gone and all we want to do is get back “into the swing of things” at work. I guess this is why we are advised to stop and take some time during the holidays, thinking about what it is that we are thankful for. Because as soon as we start back to work, the thankfulness of the holidays will leave us more quickly than it arrived. So I hope that as you read this, even though you are well back into work, you will reflect on the things in your life you are thankful for. Although we are all different, and have different situations in life, we all have something to be excited and thankful about. For some, it could be huge and obvious, while for others it could be small and hidden. Are we thankful for our life and our families, or about our business or our job? Maybe it’s a new child or grandchild in your life, or possibly it’s the fact that your last child has graduated and is making their own way in life. Are you excited that this is the year you will retire or are you just starting out in life and thankful you have a job? Whatever the case or situation might be, more than likely if we really think about it, there is probably something, we just have to open our minds and look. As I think about myself and what my list of thankful items might be, there would be the obvious choices of family and friends, my country and religion, and my health. However, my list would go much farther than that to include some other not often mentioned items. I am thankful I chose to move to Elberton 20 years ago; I am thankful for my job; I am thankful for this 125 year old American granite industry, full of tradition and pride. I am thankful when I visit a quarry, hear the jackhammers at work, and see those flawless Elberton Blue/Gray granite blocks being lifted from their beds. I am thankful to see the trucks rumble through Elberton with loads of granite blocks being hauled from the quarry to the plants. I am thankful for the finishing plants, both large and small, and the work they do and the jobs they provide. I am thankful for the craftsmen and their years of experience as they produce beautiful granite works of art. Finally, I am thankful to see the trucks, fully loaded and headed out of Elberton, delivering Elberton’s American made granite. In closing, I will say that I hope you had a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. As we move into this new year, and as you read this, I would hope that it will remind you to look into yourself and find something, big or small, to be thankful for. Once you find it, carry it with you throughout the year. To be a Certified Stone Cutter you must complete 1,530 hours of apprenticeship under someone already certified in the craft. As a part of the nine-month apprenticeship, the trainer must report all of the student’s activities to the general manager of the company in which the trainee works. In the past three months, the Elberton Granite Association has been proud to certify the following two Stone Cutters. We are looking forward to seeing future projects created by both Chris Amos and Bryce Martin. EGA cetifies stone cutters Brenda Brown, the General Manager at Apex Granite Company stated that, “Chris picked up the instruction quickly and we are extremely pleased by his dedication in achieving this recognition.” Bryce’s trainer at Eagle Granite Company, Dwayne McGee, said, “Bryce took instruction easy enough, but it was his attention to detail that made him stand out in my mind.” Left to Right: Dan Segars, Matthew Pruitt, Chris Amos and Brenda Brown Left to Right: Matthew Pruitt, Bryce Martin and Dwayne McGee. Keystone Memorials, Inc. Expands Polishing Facility Recently, Keystone Memorials, Inc., expanded their polishing segment into a new 8,000 square foot building that houses a 135’X25’ polishing bed capable of polishing 1200 square feet of granite per day, as well as an inventory bay. Having each machine independently programmable of each other allows Keystone to continue with operations if one of the machines goes down for repairs, or if one of the units has to have its polishing heads changed out. Keystone has also utilized the additional space by coordinating the stone by color, which makes for better upkeep of inventory levels. Star Granite & Bronze named Industry of the Month for August Star Granite & Bronze was selected as Industry of the Month this past August. Pictured during the recognition are (front L-R) Myra Woodall, Katie Grant, Gary Dixon, Rusty Adams, Hoke Howard, Randall Moore, Rick Adams, of Star Granite & Bronze, and Bill Brown, Pam Brown, PJo Phelps of the Elbert County Chamber of Commerce. Granite Sales & Supply Corp., named Business of the Month for September Granite Sales & Supply Corp., was selected as Business of the Month this past September. Pictured during the recognition are (L-R) Bill Brown & Val Evans of the Elbert County Chamber of Commerce, Meagan Williams, Jimmy Fortson, Ronnie Lovinggood, Byron Bowman, Wanda Langford, Anthony Glaze of Granite Sales & Supply Corp. Phyllis Brooks of the Elbert County Chamber of Commerce. King’s Monument Co., Inc., named Industry of the Month for November King’s Monument Co., Inc., was selected as Industry of the Month this past November. Pictured during the recognition are (L-R) Pam Brown and PJo Phelps of the Elbert County Chamber of Commerce. Mendy Christian, Marty King and Trudy King of King’s Monument Co., Inc. Bill Brown, Val Evans and Phyllis Brooks of the ELbert County Chamber of Commerce. Jenson Etching, LLC., has grown from the small operation started by Anne Jenson 25 years ago, to a family business that etches granite of every color and size. During that time frame, Jenson Etching, LLC., has etched something for almost every manufacturer in Elberton, Georgia, as well as traveling across the country to hand etch specialty pieces. When Anne started Jenson Etching, there was no such thing as laser etching, everything was drawn out on the granite and done “free-hand”. That artistic side of the business is still a mainstay at Jenson Etching who has five hand etching artists that have been with the company for over 10 years. About 15 years ago, Anne brought her son Brian into the family business as demand for their artistry grew. Since joining the business, Brian says that the company continues to grow with an increase in custom work for family portraits, wildlife scenes and other specialized projects. As a recent example, Jenson’s team of artists took a picture of a dilapidated cabin and not only restored the cabin, but also included family members sitting on the front porch. Brian Jenson, who also started out hand etching, attributes their overall success to the family feel of everyone associated with Jenson Etching, LLC. Every Friday the employees of Jenson Etching go to lunch at one of the local diners in Elberton just for the sake of fellowship with one another. Although the company has three laser etching machines that vary in size and wattage, Brian explained that it is the ability to take a piece that has been machine etched and turn it into something special. “It’s the people behind the machines that make the etchings look as good as they do. A laser can only do so much.” The artisans at Jenson Etching have the flexibility to take a piece of granite and laser etch, hand etch or a combination of both; giving the customer the absolute best they have to offer 25 years ago Anne Jenson created a business that softened the hard edges of granite. Now a family business, Jenson Etching, LLC., continues to “etch memories” for families to enjoy for years to come. The EGA is proud to have Jenson Etching, LLC., as a member. Eagle Granite Company Inc. Uses Kershaw Pink for Metairie Cemetery Mausoleum In recent years we have all seen the number of cremations increase, while the traditional methods of burial are in decline. Things in New Orleans however, are just a little different. Even though cremations have risen, it is dramatically less in New Orleans than the rest of the country. Gil Bonnaffons of Metairie Cemetery attributes this to the ‘family’ nature that surrounds the city of New Orleans. Having a Mausoleum, or above ground crypt, is just the way things are done. Mr. Bonnaffons says that, “People here visit family members that have passed on a regular basis and in some cases, throw small celebrations on their family member’s birthday. The amazing part of this equation is that your socioeconomic background does not seem to matter. A great majority of the mausoleums that are purchased in New Orleans are on a pre-need basis, and being rich or poor only affects the overall size of the mausoleum. Also, it is expected that the mausoleum will be purchased in the same fashion as purchasing a home with a mortgage, paying off a mausoleum in a set number of years. On the cover, and on the next page is a 131,000 pound mausoleum that was fabricated by Eagle Granite Co., Inc., and constructed onsite by Gil Bonnaffons and his crew. Mr. and Mrs. Brandt chose this color, Kershaw Pink, from a similar mausoleum they found while riding through the cemetery with Mr. Bonnaffons, and discussing numerous ideas of what the Brandt’s might like to have built for their family. With the color in mind, Mr. Bonnaffons showed the Brandt’s a mausoleum design that was drawn up over 35 years ago. There were a couple of changes made to that particular design, the size was slightly increased and the ornate carving above the name was added, and then it was sent to Bob Paul at Eagle Granite, who sent back a rendering for Mr. Bonnaffons and the Brandt family to approve. Because the Brandt mausoleum sits on a corner lot of the main thoroughfare Metairie Cemetery, the Brandts requested that the mausoleum be turned at a 45-degree angle. Doing this allowed the Brandts to also add a beautiful walkway leading to the double front doors that are adorned with the family’s last name initial “B” in bronze. The family also made a request that Mr. Bonnaffons had only been asked to do one other time during his 20 year tenure at the cemetery; add back doors rather than the customary stained glass window, that led out to a back patio. Finishing touches of matched curbing, hand tooled flutes sitting on top of hand carved columns along with each interior space trimmed in Italian marble make this a visibly stunning final home. The family will also be adding benches to the back patio area in the near future. This is the first Kershaw Pink mausoleum that Eagle Granite co., Inc., has fabricated for Gil and Metairie Cemetery, and he tells me “no one could’ve done a better job”. Gil points out that working with Bob Paul and Nick Fleischer, the plant supervisor, had a personal feel during the entire process. Gil also says that the carving work done by Phillip Reid is “just outstanding, especially the work done just above the name”. Traditional burials being what they are in various parts of the country, it is incredible to see the overwhelming inclination of those in New Orleans to remain faithful to visiting family after their passing. Perhaps it is the other unique facet of those living in New Orleans that they truly believe that those who have passed should be celebrated for the lives they lived, rather than mourned for their passing. Metairie Cemetery and Eagle Granite Co., Inc., teaming together have created a mausoleum that the Brandt family will visit for generation after generation, possibly with the traditional New Orleans brass band Downtown Display Old South, Southern Granite, King’s, Eagle Rome Glass Art Keystone University of Georgia Calls on Keystone Memorials, Inc., to Honor First President Keystone Memorials, Inc., worked with Linda Hennerman at the Office of University Architects of the University of Georgia to create the pedestal for Abraham Baldwin. In his short 52 years of life, Abraham Baldwin served as chaplain in the Continental Army, was a Georgia representative in the first Continental Congress, signer of the original U.S. Constitution and served in the United States House of Representatives and Senate after the adoption of the Constitution. Mr. Baldwin drew up the charter and plan for the University of Georgia and became the first president of the University in 1785 until 1801. Mr. Baldwin passed away in 1807 and is buried in Rock Creek Cemetery in Washington D.C. He has been honored with a seven cent stamp by the United States Postal Service. Eagle Granite Co., Inc. Delivers Delicately Carved Celtic Cross to Clark Memorials of Alabama This incredibly detailed Celtic Cross was designed by the Tucker family as a part of their Scottish heritage, each section of the cross having its own meaning. Pierre Tourney of Clark Memorials of Alabama is a fourth generation owner who, based upon the family’s description of what they wanted, was able to sketch out their design ideas while they all sat together talking. Those sketches were sent to Allen Seymour of Eagle Granite Co., Inc., who was able to return detailed drawings of the final piece that the family approved as soon as they saw them. Pierre has been doing business with Eagle Granite since he took over the business in 1996 and considers them to be one of the best in the industry citing their proclivity to use the best materials and send a finished piece that was done right the first time. The center section of the cross is what Pierre remembers most from the discussions with the family. Mrs. Tucker wanted the family crest along with the Alpha and Omega symbols telling Pierre, “that it is not about where life begins and where life ends, but what you do in between that matters most.” Mrs. Tucker is proud of the Celtic Cross and visits her husband each afternoon to talk about the day. Eagle Granite Co., Inc., and Clark Memorials of Alabama have presented an amazing memorial of rich family heritage that will last through the ages. Central Granite Company, Inc. Creates an Outstanding Memorial for First Time Customer The folks at Central Granite Co., Inc., who etched this guitar, donated some of their time during the painting phase so they could make sure the final effect would be as realistic as possible. The guitar, according to Mary Fairchild of Celestial Memorials in Lucedale, Mississippi, was to be the focal point of the entire piece and needed to be something special. As a matter of fact, the overall design of this memorial is to bring attention back to the guitar. Herman Ray Havard loved playing this guitar for his friends and family, and Mrs. Havard wanted to make sure that people remembered his playing every time they looked at the memorial of their heroic husband and father. Mary Fairchild had worked with the same manufacturer since she purchased Celestial Memorials in 2008. Sometimes though, there are uncontrollable circumstances that arise in this business and you have to make a decision. Mary’s decision was to work with Central Granite Co., Inc., for the first time in her career, on this VERY important project. Mary says that she never expected to feel as at ease as she did working with Jake Smith and Heys Wade at Central Granite co, Inc. She was also moved by the dedication of countless hours that Valerie Brooks put into her artistic etching and painted rendition of the guitar. The finished guitar is so realistic that I actually reached down to see if the face of it was made of wood. Earlier I used the term, ‘heroic husband and father’. You see the family was returning home after enjoying dinner in town. Herman wanted his daughter to have more experience behind the wheel so he tossed her the keys. In a slow and meandering curve Herman saw a car drift over into their lane, headed straight for their car. Just before impact, Herman Ray Havard threw himself in front of the steering wheel to protect his daughter. Mary says that the family is overwhelmingly pleased with the memorial, and that Herman would be very proud of the guitar that he loved to play so often. Southern Mausoleums, Inc. Creates a Home at Riverside Cemetery Cecil Cooke of Riverside Cemetery in Macon, Georgia, had a unique situation calling for a manufacturer that had the capability to produce a beautiful mausoleum and having it delivered on time. Because of his past experiences, Cecil called and spoke to Tom Oglesby of Southern Mausoleums, Inc., because he knew the project would be done right the first time. The final product is this outstanding Keystone Blue granite mausoleum that was fabricated to the exact specs that Cecil Cooke required, and what the family desired. After the death of his beloved Rosemary, Louis Beard watched intently as this mausoleum was installed on the property that he and his son, Louis Beard Jr., chose as their family’s final resting place. As the finishing touches were being made to the mausoleum Louis told Cecil that it was the most beautiful resting place he had ever seen and that he considered the mausoleum the “new home” for his wife. One month after the mausoleum had finished being constructed, Louis Beard joined his wife Rosemary in their new home. Cecil Cooke, working with Southern Mausoleums, Inc., has shown that it is not just a fabricated piece of stone that is being ordered, but more often, a final “home”. Eagle Granite Co., Inc. Fabricates Obelisk with Nod to the Past Eagle Granite Co., Inc., and Wake Monument Company out of Rolesville, N.C. used Eagle Blue to create a traditional 4 piece obelisk in Historic Oakwood Cemetery in Raleigh, N.C. The originators of the obelisk, Mr. and Mrs. Scott, are history buffs that wanted a memorial that reflected their involvement in preserving the confederate section of the cemetery. The Scotts rode with Cathy Batts of Wake Monument Co., for several hours viewing the historical markers in Oakwood Cemetery taking pictures and measurements of numerous memorials. Afterwards, the Scotts sat down with Cathy to point out the pieces they liked the best. Cathy then drew out a couple of initial ideas on graph paper until the Scotts chose the one that best fit their ideals and their eight plot grave site. Cathy said working with Eagle Granite Co., Inc., was unbelievably smooth and that “all I do is send them drawings with details and measurements and they send me back a layout for approval.” Cathy also said that the finished product was “totally perfect”, and that the Scott family was very impressed after seeing the set memorial. River Edge Granite Co., Inc. Installs Emotional Tribute With a population of just under 2,000 residents, the loss of a single person can be traumatic. When that loss is three sophomore high school students, it can be almost unbearable. In September of 2012, Bo McClamma, Brandon Hobbs and Teddy Jeter died together in a car crash, and it’s their classmates that have helped their families the most through this very trying time. Teddy Jeter’s uncle, Todd Jeter, wanted to make sure that the students of 2015 were not forgotten, and perhaps be a cautionary tale for future students. Todd Jeter knew what he wanted as far as the overall design of the memorial, but he needed help from Comerford Memorials in Sneads to finish off the design. When that was completed, Todd spoke with the Ruff family of River Edge Granite Co., Inc., about building and installing the memorial that would sit in the center of Sneads High School’s outdoor area. Todd also wanted to make sure a fourth student, Carson Elaina Faircloth, was also remembered after her passing in 2011 due to an illness. River Edge Granite used India Black to produce a beautiful fountain with water slowly cascading over the faces of each of the students, symbolic of the community’s tears over this devastating loss. The falling water also has an extraordinary calming effect as you sit on one of the benches located just off of each corner of the memorial. All of the family members believe that the fountain is a wonderful tribute to their children that will last for generations. Keystone Memorials, Inc. Homier’s Monumental Pay Tribute To All Veterans “Once the eagle landed, we knew how to design the rest of the memorial.” With a play on words, Mark Homier of Homier’s Monumental in Defiance, Ohio started the design process of this unique veterans memorial located in Butler, Indiana. In talking with Mark about this piece you get the sense that this particular project was a labor of love. With the eagle being the focal point of this project, Mark says that the sweeping curves of the American Black and Medium Barre granite just flowed out of his pencil and onto the paper. The American Legion Representatives that walked into Mark’s office knew they wanted a memorial that would encompass ALL veterans, past and present, and from all branches, they just didn’t have a design in mind except the use of an eagle. In a called meeting of the Legion post members, Mark presented his depiction of what he saw as a memorial that would encompass all service members. One of the main choices the Legion post members needed to vote on was the use of which ‘black’ granite to use. The choice of using American Black took only a cursory thought and was summed up by one member stating, “It would be embarrassing to use a stone from somewhere other than the U.S. on our memorial.” The Legion members were extremely pleased with the final product and were especially proud of the sentiment behind the words, “Your Gift is Our Peace”. Mark contacted Tom Oglesby of Keystone Memorials, Inc., about supplying the stone for the memorial. Tom suggested a size change in the base and that the lettering on the large Medium Barre granite be done at Keystone Memorials, Inc. The emblems were completed at Homier’s Monumental by Mark Homier’s team of sandblasters. Viewed from several angles, it is hard to discern how the eagle is attached to the large piece of granite. With only the eagle, emblems, lettering and beautifully veined American Black granite, Keystone Memorials and Homier’s Monumental worked together in creating a simplistic, yet powerful memorial that describes how we all feel. Southern Granite Co., Inc. Fabricates Historical Family Monument Just a few miles from where Abraham Lincoln was born, the owner and operator of Kentuckiana Monuments, Larry Williams, erected this two and half ton monument on the farm that has been a part of his family since 1919. Larry, the youngest of eight children and born to J.V. and Katherine Williams, spent several months and countless hours pouring over historical information to make sure the information inscribed on both sides of the monument is correct. Larry worked closely with Southern Granite Company, Inc., on this very special project. On one side of the Paradise Black die (5-4 X 0-8 X 2-0), Southern Granite placed the historical information of the farm itself, starting with the original 114 acres purchased by Mr. & Mrs. Williams, and ending with the current 600 acres. That same side also has the education history of Mr. Williams on the Paradise Black sub base (7-4 X 0-10 X 0-8). The opposite side shows two porcelain pictures, one of Mr. and Mrs. Williams and another showing their eight children. The genealogical information of the family has been inscribed on this side as well, along with the proud military service of the Williams family members. The carved cap is also Paradise Black and is 7-4 X 0-10 X 1-0. Supporting this magnificent piece is a Medium Barre Granite base that is 9-0 X 1-4 X 0-10 and two pillars that are 0-10 X 0-8 X 3-0. Larry Williams of Kentuckiana Monuments poured a great deal of time into the research and design of this loving tribute to his parents, their farm, and his entire family. The family of Southern Granite Company, Inc., is proud to produce such a beautiful monument which was unveiled at the Williams Family Reunion this past July 5th, many of whom traveled from across the U.S. 101ST SESSION OF THE EGA Training Institute The 101st session of the EGA Training Institute was held October 27-30, 2014 with 21 retailers from across the country visiting Elberton. The annual Monument Retailers Basic Course takes students through the monument manufacturing process from start to finish, covering every aspect from quarrying to etching. Retailers from as close as Blackshear, Ga., to as far away as Vancouver, WA., participated in this year’s class. The EGA was thrilled to have such a strong interest this year. Along with tours of quarries, plants and other granite related facilities around town, students learned from local experts about topics such as pricing, industry terminology, and monument setting. We also welcomed Paul DiMatteo, CM and past president of the MBNA, of Maine Memorial Company as a two-day guest speaker. Reviews from the students prove that the EGA Training Institute is a priceless experience that helps retailers see the inner-workings of an industry, ultimately helping them sell their product. Keep an eye out for next year’s class dates! Top Left Three Pictures: Visiting Beaverdam Quarries followed by a tour given by James Walters at Eagle Granite Co., Inc. Above: Michael Baston of Baston Monuments, Inc., describes how to clean granite. Left: Leslie Turpin of Bicknell Supply Co., shows off some of their new products. Left: George Arnold and Kent King describe the innovative techniques from Glass Art Imaging, LLC. Below: Paul DiMatteo teaches the Retailers Basic Course students a thing or two about the industry. Left: Ronnie Lovinggood of Granite Sales & Supply Corp., shows the latest inventory. Right: Paul Albertson of Henry & Henry, Inc., shares ‘Shipping do’s & don’ts’. Left: Ross Oglesby of Keystone Memorials, Inc., explains the benefits of their CNC machine. Right: Star Granite & Bronze explains the process of ordering your bronze plaques. Below: Ronnie Brown of Miles Supply of Elberton, Inc., goes over the differences of various cleaners. Right & Below: Greg Ruff and the team at River Edge Granite Co., Inc., explain the correct way to set your memorials. Right: The latest member of the EGA, Brian Jenson of Jenson Etching, LLC., gave an excellent tour and description of how the etching process works from start to finish. Monument Builders of the Carolinas September 25-27, 2014 Myrtle Beach, S.C. The Monument Builders of the Carolinas moved their convention to a new location, the Landmark Resort, and incorporated a couple of new exhibits as well. The location was great for family activities, and the organizers had the folks at Palfleet Truck Equipment put on a demo outside. This was a well attended show and, an extremely informative one too. John Hamilton of Palfleet Truck Equipment speaking on the upcoming changes to the Crane Certification laws. Palfleet Truck Equipment gives a demonstration of the crane certification test. Greg Daniels, Marion, N.C., Cathy Batts, Rolesville, N.C., James Walters, Eagle Granite Co., Inc., Nathan Gaulden, Rock Hill, S.C. Mark & Leigh Nash, Miles Supply of Elberton, Inc., Robbie & Nikki Ledbetter, Shelby, N.C., Nancy & Larry Bessinger, Miles Supply of Elberton, Inc. Matt & Lisa Petersen, Burlington, N.C., Kathie Bell, A.Q. Stone Design Co., Quinn & Tammy Floyd A.Q. Stone Design Co., Claudia, Michael & Cathy Batts, Rolesville, N.C., Robbie & Nikki Ledbetter, Shelby, N.C., In front: Logan Ashwell Greg, Samson & Ann Campbell, Siler City, S.C., Brad Myers, South Boston, VA., Tina Cannon, Eagle Granite Co., Inc., James & Jan Walters, Eagle Granite Co., Inc. TN/KY Monument Builders Convention October 16-19, 2014 Lexington, KY The TN/KY Monument Builders Convention made everyone feel like celebrities as the convention floor space was located inside a luxuriously decorated outdoor canopy area. Breakout industry sessions were outstanding for the many retailers that attended this year. Above: Bradley, Diane & Andy Futrell, Louisville, KY., Jason Edwards, Southern Granite Co., Inc., Judy & Don Bentley, Mt. Eden, KY., John & Missy McKinley, Campbellsville, KY., Patty Curington, Ashland, KY., Melissa Dias, Southern Granite Co., Inc., Kelly & Greg Klaiber, Ironton, OH. Left: Daniel, Autumn & Ryleigh Raper, Bethel Springs, TN., Anthony, Kimberly & Vicki Rowland, Bethel Springs, TN., Stan & Linn Mills, L&M Granite Co., LLC., Bobby & Tammy Barnett, Union City, TN., Ann Baker and Jerry Davis of L&M Granite Co., LLC. Mike Beri, Bicknell Supply Co., Earnet & Margaret Hillman, Memphis, TN., Billy Fox, Marion, KY., Kim Rowland, Bethel Springs, TN., Daniel, Autumn and Ryleigh Raper, Bethel Springs, TN., Anthony & Vicki Rowland, Bethel Springs, TN., Richard & Pam Schultz, Madison, TN., Bruce Bicknell, Bicknell Supply Company in Rockland, ME., Verna & Richard Todd, Covington, TN. Below: John & Missy McKinley, Campbellsville, KY., Ronnie & Joanne Brown, Miles Supply of Elberton, Brenda & Derwin Merion and Penny & Bev McGuire, all of Martin, KY. Above: Jonathan & Machana Rhodes, Quality Monument Sales, Inc., Margaret & Earnest Hillman, Memphis, TN. Right: Steve & Leslie Hoskins, Marion, KY., Jerry & Trudy King, King’s Monument Co., Inc., Pam & Richard Shultz, Left: Billy Fox, Henry & Henry, Inc., Diane, Bradley & Andy Futrell, Louisville, KY., Bill & Joan Fox, Henry & Henry, Inc., Jim McComb, MBNA President with wife Kim McComb, Charlotte Fox, Henry & Henry, Inc., Steve & Leslie Hoskins, Marion, KY. The EGA is proud to announce our 2015 Training Institute has been set! We will host the popular Monument Retailers Basic Course on October 12 - 16, 2015. Stay tuned for more information!