The James A. Garfield Memorial is a historical highlight in Cleveland’s Lake View Cemetery, dating back to 1885.

Over 100 years later, time had taken its toll on this beautiful memorial. The foundation of the 180-ft structure needed to be repaired and supported. The project’s restoration involved multiple phases as part of the restoration plan, starting with the restoration of the memorial’s deteriorating foundation and first level. Donley’s restoration services involved:

• Demolition of the existing concrete slab, and previously installed steel shoring

• Stabilization of the Structure prior to demo operations

• Installation of new concrete foundations, columns, and beams

• Tuck-pointing of the existing crypt walls

• Relocation of the existing boiler

• Installation of new underground plumbing, connection to the existing plaza drains