SILAFER Alex, Rick and Jeremy Swank Founded in 1919 by Harry and Cora Shafer, Shafer Memorials has proudly served the region for more than 107 years. Today, the business remains family-owned and operated, carrying on a six-generation tradition of craftsmanship, compassion, and dedication. The company has been passed down through generations of the Shafer family, beginning with Harry and Cora and continuing through their son Clyde L, grandson Clyde N. and his wife Norma, and later Gary and Kay Shafer, who led the business for four decades. In 2011, their daughter Kim Swank and her husband Rick proudly became the owners, continuing the family's commitment to helping families create lasting tributes. The next generation is already carrying the tradition forward. Jeremy Swank learned the art of monument design, engraving, and hand- shape carving alongside his grandfather, Gary Shafer, gaining hands- on experience in the craftsmanship that defines Shafer Memorials. Alex Swank joined the business in 2022, working closely with families to design personalized memorials while also assisting with engraving and installation. Today, Rick, Jeremy, and Alex oversee the engraving and placement of the granite memorial with the same care, respect, and attention to detail that have defined the business for over a century. Shafer Memorials offers a large on-site selection of granite memorials, allowing families to confidently choose the size, shape, and I color that best honors their loved one. From traditional monuments and custom designs to cremation memorial options, the team works closely with each family to create a meaningful tribute. Computer- generated design renderings help clients visualize their memorial before production begins. Throughout its history, Shafer Memorials has remained committed to its longstanding philosophy of providing "Friendly Counsel, Without Obligation." The many heartfelt thank-you notes received over the years reflect the guidance, patience, and expertise that families have come to trust during life's most important moments. Stop by our office to consult with us. Visit our website at www.shafermemorials.com O'RILEY HENRY E. 1952-1995 INGRID D. 1953- Swank Inc. dba SHAFER Memorials 1023 N. Main - Mitchell, SD (5 blocks N. of the Corn Palace) 605-996-3115 1-800-464-3115 SILAFER Alex , Rick and Jeremy Swank Founded in 1919 by Harry and Cora Shafer , Shafer Memorials has proudly served the region for more than 107 years . Today , the business remains family - owned and operated , carrying on a six - generation tradition of craftsmanship , compassion , and dedication . The company has been passed down through generations of the Shafer family , beginning with Harry and Cora and continuing through their son Clyde L , grandson Clyde N. and his wife Norma , and later Gary and Kay Shafer , who led the business for four decades . In 2011 , their daughter Kim Swank and her husband Rick proudly became the owners , continuing the family's commitment to helping families create lasting tributes . The next generation is already carrying the tradition forward . Jeremy Swank learned the art of monument design , engraving , and hand- shape carving alongside his grandfather , Gary Shafer , gaining hands- on experience in the craftsmanship that defines Shafer Memorials . Alex Swank joined the business in 2022 , working closely with families to design personalized memorials while also assisting with engraving and installation . Today , Rick , Jeremy , and Alex oversee the engraving and placement of the granite memorial with the same care , respect , and attention to detail that have defined the business for over a century . Shafer Memorials offers a large on - site selection of granite memorials , allowing families to confidently choose the size , shape , and I color that best honors their loved one . From traditional monuments and custom designs to cremation memorial options , the team works closely with each family to create a meaningful tribute . Computer- generated design renderings help clients visualize their memorial before production begins . Throughout its history , Shafer Memorials has remained committed to its longstanding philosophy of providing " Friendly Counsel , Without Obligation . " The many heartfelt thank - you notes received over the years reflect the guidance , patience , and expertise that families have come to trust during life's most important moments . Stop by our office to consult with us . Visit our website at www.shafermemorials.com O'RILEY HENRY E. 1952-1995 INGRID D. 1953- Swank Inc. dba SHAFER Memorials 1023 N. Main - Mitchell , SD ( 5 blocks N. of the Corn Palace ) 605-996-3115 1-800-464-3115