"Hello, I'm a dedicated volunteer on Find a Grave with a strong interest in ancestry. Beyond researching my own family, I've taken on the important task of cleaning, repairing, and resetting headstones. What started as a personal endeavor grew into a business, as people approached me to care for their loved ones' memorials. I take pride in the memorials I've created, regularly visiting them at the cemetery where I spend a lot of time.

You can find me on FB and Youtube under the name "JOE SAVES GRAVES," where I share my work and knowledge. While I consider this a business, I don't charge for military-related requests. I'm passionate about teaching others the correct way to clean and maintain headstones, and I love seeing the final results. If you've cleaned a headstone using my guidance, I'd love to see the results—send me an image!

I strictly adhere to Arlington National Cemetery's guidelines for headstone cleaning on all my projects. I believe that restoration should never permanently alter a memorial, allowing future conservators to make necessary adjustments. I see cemeteries as outdoor museums, preserving our history for future generations to appreciate.

My paternal line includes the surnames Murray, Gaughan, Moran, and Gillard, while my maternal line comprises Koulback, Hoffmann (sometimes Hoffman), Foley, and Sobieski.

Thank you for taking the time to read this.