Memorial Reefs - An Ecological Alternative to Traditional Burial

Memorial Reefs International helps support the marine environment all around the world, by building underwater memorials for your loved ones.

Your memorial reef contains the cremated remains of your loved ones. You can place a bronze plaque with the family member’s name, lifespan, and other information onto the front of the reef memorial.

reef ball with heavy to moderate coral growth

The textured surface attracts coral polyps, and the hollow interior provides shelter for marine organisms.

A lasting undersea memorial that holds cremated remains

We cast undersea concrete structures called reef balls. We mount a custom marine-grade bronze plaque, inter the cremated remains inside the structure, and lower them to the seafloor.

Support reef restoration

Your loved one will help restore a damaged reef ecosystem. The structure provides shelter for fish, and the textured surface attracts coral and other sea life.

Family placing flowers on reef ball on barge

Diver and fish swimming near algae covered reef ball

Visit the reef anytime

Whether you attended the dedication in person or not, you'll get a set of GPS coordinates to visit your loved one's memorial whenever you want.

Payment plans for your budget

Take your time. We'll help arrange a payment plan that works for you.

Memorial Reefs are Available in Two Sizes

Single Reef Ball

• Weight: 750 lbs
• Size: 2 ft tall and 3 ft wide
• 1 set of cremated remains

Family Reef Ball

• Weight: 2000 lbs
• Size: 2.9 ft tall and 4 ft wide
• Up to 2 sets of cremated remains

Have questions about Memorial Reefs?

See our FAQ for more information about what a Memorial Reef is and learn more or give us a call.