I did not, if you will reread my E-Mail say anywhere to place Tombstones IN
CONCRETE . I have been in the construction business and RESTORATION to long
to DO THIS. I said the stones were laid ON THE CONCRETE SLAB. and that if 1
was missing it might be found there. NEVER,NEVER pour concrete around a
stone, or set one In CONCRETE unless there is absolutely no other way to
preserve it (and this I dont believe). If the bottom is broken you can still
pour a new base and set the stone in it. If part is missing on an angle ,
allow for this by (1) making the depression in the Base on an angle Or, (2)
if you have the knowledge and the Equipment, and you do not disturb the
Lettering you may saw the stone off straight and reset it in a new or
existing Base. Some preservationists do set the bottom of the broken stone
in a hole with concrete, but this has been proven wrong. If you do not know
how to do number (1) or (2) then do not attempt either. If you wish to lay
the Stones on a Concrete Slab, wait until it cures and lay them ON TOP
LOOSELY.
Sorry if there was a misunderstanding, Sincerely, Jack E. Briles