It was a pleasure working with Amber and John Nation on a beautiful memorial for their son, Calvin. The goal was a family memorial that emphasized the unity of a family. 2 Blue Pearl wings envelop the Imperial Gray tribute to Calvin. The symmetry and symbolism is appealing and the bronze vases only enhance the appearance.
Welcome to Bott Monument!
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Fri, 11/09/2012 - 14:32
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Tue, 10/02/2012 - 13:55
It is not difficult to recognize the branch of service that Lloyd and Louise Killam loved. This unique bench in Dakota Mahogany granite catches your attention as you enter the Crown Hill Cemetery in Powell, Wyoming.
The bronze eagle watches over the Killam's grave and conveys continued love for their military service in the Air Force.
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Wed, 06/27/2012 - 11:03
August 29th, 2011 was a tragic day for the Harder family. They were on a family outing at Big Horn lake, when a severe wind capsized the kayaks of the two sons, drowning them.
This memorial is adorned with a bronze crucifix, as well as two oil lamps. These oil lamps burn for several weeks, and emit a warming glow.
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Tue, 05/01/2012 - 08:51
On April 25th, family members Kami, Grace, and Scarlett gathered at Mountain View Cemetery, in Riverton, to watch the setting of the memorial. Nathan, 33, passed away on October 1st, 2011, after nearly a year of fighting leukemia. Nathan was a devoted husband and father, and Kami wanted to get something extra special for others to remember him by.
Drew Bott designed the stone, carved in fine black. It adorns an original sculpture by Anthony Tarrazas, and has special symbolism for Nathan's strength and struggle.
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Mon, 03/26/2012 - 13:18
Spring has come early this year. Last week, Allen and Lee went of the first setting trip of the year. They set stones in Worland, Powell, and Cody.
The Roessing stone in Worland was a unique piece showcasing the artwork of internationally renown sculpture Vala Ola. In her piece, entitled "Christus," Christ is represented holding one hand out to the viewer an pointing the other towards heaven, as if to say, "Come, follow me."
Another stone of particular interest is the Calkin stone in Cody. This stone was one of the first that artist and designer Lee Crook participated in when he was hired in September of 2011. While having done graphics previously, "I had never been involved with a customized project of this magnitude. I am proud of how the imagery turned out and feel that this stone is a good of example of the progress we are making at Bott Monument and to what length we are able to do customized imagery for our clients."
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Fri, 03/23/2012 - 13:45
March, 5th, 2011, published by the Casper Star Tribune:
"LANDER — Three-year-old Addison Romans was walking with her mother, Tara, just before she was fatally hit by a car this week, according to a law enforcement official.
Lander Police Chief Fred Cox said the two were walking out of the Lander community swimming pool when the toddler darted in front of a moving vehicle. The pool is adjacent to Starrett Junior High.
Cox said his department has pieced together the events leading up to Addison Romans’ death from witness reports and by reconstructing the scene with the help of the Wyoming Highway Patrol.
Paramedics worked to save the toddler, but she died at about 9:30 a.m. Thursday in the emergency room of the Lander hospital — not long after the accident."
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Fri, 03/23/2012 - 13:54
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Mon, 09/19/2011 - 22:00
Patriotic crowds gathered together in Cody, Wyoming for the dedication of Freedom Memorial Monument in Veterans Memorial Park. Video Courtesy Wright Media.
All of us will eventually experience the loss a loved one. At Bott Monument we strive to make memorials that are more than just a stone in the ground. Our memorials are celebrations of life well lived. They serve a purpose in the lives of those remaining. Knowing this, we take great care to craft your memorial with the highest quality possible. We will work closely with you to find a memorial that meets your needs.
Let me know if there is anything I can do for you.
Sincerely,
Drew Bott, MB, CM, AICA
