Fully Custom Engraved Memorial Plaque with Photo Insert Space

Create a lasting tribute with a memorial plaque that’s as personal as the memories it honors.

This fully engraved walnut remembrance plaque is custom-made by CDS Laser and Design in LaPorte County, Indiana (Northwest Indiana), serving Walkerton, LaPorte, Michigan City, Plymouth, South Bend, and beyond. Designed with a dedicated photo insert area, it beautifully combines a treasured image with your heartfelt words—names, dates, quotes, poems, and meaningful details—creating a timeless piece your family can display for years.

Crafted from rich walnut and laser engraved for permanent, high-contrast detail, this plaque is ideal for honoring a loved one, celebrating a life well lived, or creating a special memorial for a pet, family member, friend, or community figure. Whether it’s placed on a shelf, displayed at a celebration of life, or hung in a quiet corner at home, it becomes a comforting reminder of what matters most.

This plaque is fully customizable. Add your loved one’s name, important dates, a short message or longer dedication, and any design elements you’d like such as florals, a cross, military emblems, a paw print, or a simple border. Have a specific layout in mind? We can match it. Prefer something clean and minimal? We can do that too.

Sizes available are Small 5" x 7", Medium 8" x 10", Large 10.5" x 13", and XL 14" x 18". Each plaque is made from walnut and features full laser engraving with a designated photo insert area. Mounting holes can be included for wall display if you’d like.

Photo insert details: After purchase, you’ll send your photo through messages. We’ll size the insert opening to fit the selected plaque size and your photo orientation (portrait or landscape). We can also engrave a small caption below the photo area if desired.

Turnaround & shipping: This is a custom-made item and ships within 7–10 business days.

How to personalize: Use the personalization box at checkout to include the name, dates, and wording you’d like engraved. If you want to add design elements or have special layout instructions, you can message us after ordering. If you’re including a longer poem or multiple lines of text, that’s completely fine—we’ll format it to keep it balanced and readable.

FAQ

Can I include a longer poem or message? Yes. This plaque can include a full paragraph or poem. We’ll adjust sizing and spacing so it still looks clean and readable.

Can you add symbols or themes (cross, flowers, military, paw prints, etc.)? Absolutely. Tell us what you’d like included and we’ll incorporate it into the design.

Will I receive a proof before engraving? Yes. Proofs are provided before any engraving happens so you can confirm spelling, layout, and overall design.

Is it ready to hang? If you choose mounting holes, it will arrive ready for wall display. If you’d prefer no holes for tabletop display, just let us know.

Need help with the wording? Message us anytime—we respond quickly and we’re happy to help you create something that feels just right.