Big Country was founded in 1998 by Jeffrey Clay Carley, who has been a local general contractor since 1988. Jeff has experience building everything from complete houses to retaining walls for islands in the St. Lawrence River. Jeff even spent a few years doing work for the local ETL testing facility, where he built testing laboratories and executive offices with his team.

About Big Country Gravestones and Monuments

Person engraving a tombstone with a hummingbird design.
I really enjoy what I do, and that makes any job easier.
— Jeff Carley

A Local Business That Brings Dedication to Every Memorial

Big Country Monuments isn't just a business—it's a part of the community, dedicated to serving families with compassion and respect during difficult times. We offer personalized attention, guiding you through every step of the process with care and understanding.

Choosing Big Country Monuments means supporting the local economy and ensuring that your investment benefits our community directly. 

By choosing us you're not just purchasing a monument, you're investing in the heart and soul of our community while honoring your loved ones with a lasting tribute.

Owner's child with a red hood smoothing wet concrete in a cemetery in Scipio Center, NY

Honoring American Values

We believe in America. Therefore we encourage you to buy American granite. However certain colors are not available in America - At your appointment you can note highlighted products that are specifically American-Made only.