A typical middle-twentieth-century classical mausoleum. The flat roof, which became the norm in Doric mausoleums, seems to be a concession to modernism. David Weir was buried here in 1948.
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David E. Weir Mausoleum, Homewood Cemetery
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P. O. Laughner Mausoleum, Homewood Cemetery
A generously sized Doric mausoleum with an inset porch. Perry O. Laughner was buried here in 1926, so he probably had this mausoleum built for himself while he was still alive.
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J. W. Porter Column, Sewickley Cemetery
A splendid Corinthian column with a…hat. James W. Porter died in 1901, so we may take that as about the date of this monument.
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Barrett Mausoleum, Sewickley Cemetery
A classic Doric mausoleum, as correct as it can be. The hillside site gives it an opportunity for a stairway approach, which always adds to the impressiveness of a classical mausoleum.
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Joseph W. Craig Mausoleum, Sewickley Cemetery
An unusual classical design from 1899 that depends on textures for its effect: the rusticated but very regular stone contrasts pleasingly with the green tile of the roof and the smooth-cut doorway. The green color of the tile almost perfectly matches the verdigris of the bronze doors; one wonders whether that effect was intended or a happy accident.
