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Avatar for Jill Darby Jill Darby Jill is a member of the Marketing Team and copywriter for Trigard Memorials and all affiliated Greenwood Inc. companies. She grew up in the funeral industry, as her family owned funeral homes in the Midwest. After graduating from Miami University, Ohio in 2003 with a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Jill worked in sales and customer relations for a global funeral product manufacturer. Her experience also includes merchandising, cemetery operations, and aftercare. Jill and her husband, Rich enjoy spending time with family, traveling, watching college basketball, and spoiling their 5 grandchildren.
Mesa Cemetery Case Study In Ground Cremation Niches

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Mesa Cemetery: A Case Study of In-ground Cremation Niches

Posted: September 5th, 2022

Mesa Cemetery, located in Arizona’s Maricopa county, has been serving the community for over 125 years. The city-owned cemetery boasts beautiful grounds that are well cared for thanks to its dedicated staff. The decision was […]

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How To Install A Flat Grave Marker

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How to Install a Flat Grave Marker

Posted: August 1st, 2022

As a leading manufacturer of bronze grave markers, Trigard Memorials makes it a priority to be an educational resource to industry professionals as well as consumers. This month, we are going to cover how to […]

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Children And Infant Grave Marker Ideas

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Children and Infant Grave Marker Ideas

Posted: July 4th, 2022

It takes a very special person to work in the funeral industry. Whether you own, manage, or work in a business that offers grave markers for young children and infants, please know that this statement […]

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Employee Spotlight Kasey Creed Trigard Memorials

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Employee Spotlight: Kasey Creed

Posted: June 6th, 2022

Trigard Memorials loves shining the spotlight on our talented team members! We invite you to get to know our Account Representative Manager, Kasey Creed. She is dedicated to upholding the company’s values and selflessly serving […]

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Cemetery Etiquette Tips Complete Guide

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Cemetery Etiquette: What You Should Know

Posted: May 3rd, 2022

When you really stop to think about it, a cemetery is a pretty special place. It serves the unique purpose of filling the needs of the living while honoring the memory of those who have […]

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ICCFA Convention Trigard Memorials 2022

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Another Great ICCFA Convention for Trigard Memorials

Posted: April 8th, 2022

This year’s ICCFA Convention and Exposition at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas did not disappoint! The Oak Ridge Boys kicked off the show with an amazing concert and the Las Vegas Mass […]

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How To Help A Family Design A Grave Marker

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How to Help a Family Design a Grave Marker

Posted: March 7th, 2022

So far, it’s been a pretty typical workday. You have had a couple of follow-up appointments, finished up some paperwork, and made a few phone calls. Just after lunch, a family comes in to purchase […]

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Different Types Of Wood Urns

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5 Different Types of Wood Urns

Posted: February 7th, 2022

No two wood urns are exactly alike. Each one has its own unique graining pattern, texture, and coloration. Many families who have lost loved ones are drawn to the strength, warmth, and natural beauty of […]

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How To Personalize A Cremation Urn

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How to Personalize a Cremation Urn

Posted: January 3rd, 2022

A former colleague of mine once asked the question, “You wouldn’t purchase a grave marker without a name and set of dates so why would you buy a cremation urn that doesn’t have the person’s […]

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Ways To Memorialize A Loved One During Holidays

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10 Ways to Memorialize a Loved One Around the Holidays

Posted: December 6th, 2021

The holidays are among us. As we take a break from the hustle and bustle of our normal routines, it’s only natural to find ourselves thinking about those who are no longer with us. Missing […]

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