Step 1

Step 1

We send a collection kit to retrieve your loved one’s ashes.

Step 2

Step 2

You send your loved one’s ashes to our lab.

Step 3

Step 3

We solidify the ashes into "stones."

Step 4

Step 4

We ship your loved one’s solidified remains home.

Customer Reviews

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Randi E.
Grateful for this option

Losing my husband at a young age was the hardest experience of my life, and navigating the countless decisions that come after was equally overwhelming. When I discovered Parting Stones, I knew immediately that this was the perfect way to honor my husband's memory. Their entire process was flawless from start to finish. They treated my husband with the utmost respect, sending thoughtful check-in emails to let me know exactly where he was in the process. I loved that they referred to him by name, making the experience deeply personal and comforting.

The stones themselves are beautifully crafted, a tangible way to keep him close and honor his legacy. Their respectful approach, attention to detail, and the care they showed at every step meant the world to me. Their marketing and communication also stood out as genuine and heartfelt, reflecting the true compassion behind their work. I can't thank Parting Stones enough for giving me such a meaningful way to hold on to my husband. We will cherish these stones forever.

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Kelli M.
Beautiful work

I am very happy with my stones. They are beautiful and the company was very respectful of the remains during the whole process.

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Nicole F.
Very communicative throughout the process

Parting Stone did a wonderful job with my mother's remains. They were super communicative and up front about the time frame to solidify her remains. You can tell they are compassionate, empathetic people responding to email inquiries as well. The team was very helpful whenever I had a question or requested an update! I would highly recommend to my friends and family.

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Thankful F.
Mom can continue her travels

Mom loved to travel and would bring home stones for her backyard rock garden. Parting Stones was a perfect way to memorialize her! She can now be with us and also easily continue traveling.

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Denise

Unusual and beautiful way to have your love ones with you. My brother and I each have a part of our parents. I have the rocks in my office where I can look at them throughout the day and feel that they are always with me.

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Mary B.Q.
A wonderful experience

We want to thank the team at Parting Stone for their loving care of our son Kevin.
They do a first class job in communication
During this process and the stones we received were beautiful.
The Quinn Family

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Kimberly F.
Wonderful experience

Communication was excellent during the process and they were able to meet our short time frame so we could take the stones on vacation with us and place them where my husband wished. Would do again!

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Maryann H.
Best decision

We have enjoyed every minute with parting stones team we knew when my father arrived we knew through email where his remains were, and who was working with my dad The girl that was shaping his stones sent an email letting us know that’s what she was doing. They also let us know when they were getting ready to ship him back to us. I’m glad We chose parting stones. My family is very thankful for how wonderful the company is to work with.
I wish I could leave a photo so that you could see what a beautiful job The stones can actually be laser engraved. We had it done on multiple stones, very very pleased.

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Thomas

Fabulous!!!!!!!

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Thomas H.
Extremely good experience

They were helpful from beginning to end. The woman we answered the phone was sooooo kind end helpful throughout the process!!!!!!!

What color will your "stones" be?

The appearance of each collection is 100% natural.
Everyone is unique, resulting in different shapes, textures, and colors.

What color will your

Frequently Asked Questions

The average person is 40-80+ stones. The exact number of stones returned depends on the volume of remains provided. A good rule of thumb is that we will return a similar volume of solidified remains’ stones as the volume of ashes that we receive. In other words, 1 quart of ashes will return about 1 quart of stones.
No, each person’s remains are the unique result of our solidification process. The number, shape, color, and size of the stones vary from person to person.We cannot accommodate any customization requests.
The solidification lead time varies depending on our current order volume. For new orders, our current estimated wait time to begin the process is 1 weeks and our current estimated completion date for orders placed today is 84 days. We recommend placing your order as soon as possible to reserve your spot in line.
We always prioritize the safekeeping of the decedents in our care over speed.
Yes. We accept alkaline hydrolysis remains, also known as “water cremation” or “Aquamation,” for both pets and people. Please indicate in your order notes if your loved one or pet’s disposition method was alkaline hydrolysis.
1. We mail a collection kit to retrieve 100% of your loved one’s cremated remains.
2. We remove impurities like metals and implants.
3. The ash is turned into a clay-like material, and the stones are formed.
4. The remains are heated in a kiln, solidifying the ashes into stones.
5. Finished solidified remains are polished and returned home.
Yes! Solidified remains are perfect for scattering comfortably without the mess of conventional ashes.
No, solidified remains are similar to ceramic, and they will not dissolve in water. The stones are perfect for memorial gardens or scattering.
Solidified remains are a complete alternative to conventional ash and we encourage families to send the full amount of remains available. We need a minimum of ¼ cup of ash for the solidification process.

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