John Tidd Designs LLC

Michael Fannin Stone Wright in Middletown Springs, VT specializes in creating unique, custom monuments in the Italian tradition since 1974. Each memorial is a custom hand-carved piece in marble, slate, or limestone, reflecting the personality and life of the loved one being commemorated. With a dedication to traditional craftsmanship, Michael Fannin personally handles every aspect of the memorial creation process, from drafting to carving. His expertise in the art of memorial work ensures that each piece is a special and personalized tribute to those being remembered.Generated from the website

Mr. vanGemeren earned a B. A. in Geology from the University of Vermont in 1980. He worked in the mining and petroleum industries and as a technician for the Department of Geological Sciences at Harvard University. While there he recognized the need for high quality sample preparation for a variety of analytical techniques. With strong mechanical and machine shop skills and a love of rocks and minerals, he advanced the quality standard of polished thin sections. He developed modern methods to make the process more efficient. In 1985 he founded Mineral Optics Laboratory to provide scientists with the highest quality polished thin sections available. He is a dedicated craftsman, and values his clients' business and prides himself on getting quality results.