Otto Armleder was born in Cincinnati, Ohio in 1862 to German immigrants. He received a degree from the Queen City Commercial College after attending St. Xavier College. He tried his hand at several trades, including flour milling and beer bottling….
Dodds Memorials a History you Probably Didn’t Know: The Ball Family- by Desiree Roose
The Ball Brothers, consisting of Lucius; William; Edmund; Frank; and George, are widely known as the leading global manufacturer of plastic and metal food and beverage containers. They were also manufacturers of equipment and suppliers of services to the aerospace…
Tips on Choosing a Cemetery for Final Disposition- By Desiree Roose
Most people do not realize that there is a lot to consider when choosing a cemetery as a final resting place. If you are thinking about pre-planning your final arrangements, choosing a cemetery is a very important step. Here are…
Memorial of the Month – September 2023
Dodds is proud to feature the Haines Memorial as the Memorial of the Month! This monument is crafted from Rock of Ages American Black Mist granite. The memorial was designed by Josh Howell from our Dayton location. If you like…
Five Reasons to Join us at Before I Die Ohio Festival- By Desiree Roose
If you are not familiar with a Before I Die Festival, it can make you scratch your head. So here are the top 5 reasons why you should join us at this year’s event! It’s Fun! Despite the topic, the…
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Then and Now: The St. Clair Memorial
St Clair Memorial
Memorial of the Month – August 2023
Dodds is proud to feature the Stumpf memorial as the Memorial of the Month! This monument is crafted from Carnelian Mahogany granite. The memorial was designed by Lisa George from our Middletown location. If you like this memorial, like our…
Dodds Memorials a History you Probably Didn’t Know: George Rogers Clark- By Desiree Roose
George Rogers Clark was an American military officer and surveyor from Virginia who, before the age of 30, became the highest-ranking Patriot military officer on the northwestern frontier during the Revolutionary War. George Rogers Clark was born on November 19, 1752 in Albemarle County, Virginia. He was the second of…
History of Stony Creek Granite
Stony Creek granite was first quarried in 1885 in the town of Brandford Connecticut. The railway system close by made it perfect for transportation. If you have never seen the granite before, it is a light pink with white and…