Ashes to Stones / Cremation Jewelry
Celebrate the Life You Love
About Our Owner
Harry Vogel
Harry Vogel is the President and founder of My Crystal Companion LLC since 2005 with facilities located in Brick, NJ. He is a graduate from St. John’s University NYC. The company makes exquisite memorial keepsake jewelry with stones created by our unique patented process using a portion of your loved one’s cremains. Harry is also the past President and Chairman of Paramount Products Inc. since 1972, a precision stamping company producing thousands of precision parts for the aerospace, defense, semi-conductor and medical industries.
Harry is also a past director of the Brick Chamber of Commerce, a past director of the Brick Rotary club, a Paul Harris Fellow, past director of the Brick Educational Foundation, a member of the ICCFA (International Cemetery, Cremation & Funeral Association), a member of the IOAPCC (The International Association Of Pet Cemeteries & Crematories), a member of The Ocean County 200 club, NJTMA (New Jersey Technology and Manufacturing Association), NFIB (The
National Federation of Independent Businesses)
Past director of the Strand Theater, Economic Development Commission, Brick Municipal Alliance,
a founding Member of The Brick Environment Beautification committee and the
Small Business Advisor Committee.
Harry and his lovely wife Jeannie of 52 years live in Brick, NJ. They have two successful children and two incredible
granddaughters,
His hobbies include cooking, kayaking, scuba diving, music, travel and random rescue animals.
Office Manager (2022 - Current)
Katharine Brown
Katharine joins the team to oversee all major components of the company, bringing over 20 years of experience in government and global affairs. She has served overseas in investigations and forensics and has a strong foundation in operations and labor relations from her time at UPS, where she worked in Labor Management (Unions) and Plant Engineering.
A devoted wife and mother of four sons and three daughters, Katharine is also a grandmother and a caring pet owner. She is passionate about addressing homelessness among veterans in Ocean County, NJ, and supporting wounded soldiers coping with PTSD and other service-related challenges.
In her free time, Katharine enjoys painting, reading, hosting fundraisers, and traveling with her family, exploring local events and sightseeing along the way.
Quality Assurance Manager (2020 - Current)
Joe Herring
Joe has joined the team to oversee quality inspections of stones and manage equipment maintenance. He brings over 20 years of experience from his service in the US Army, including multiple overseas deployments. Joe served in both Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) and has been recognized multiple times as Soldier of the Year in Seaside, NJ, for his valor and dedication to his country and fellow service members. Throughout his military career, he has earned numerous medals and awards.
A man of honor and integrity, Joe is also a devoted husband and father to children currently serving in the military. In his spare time, he enjoys restoring classic cars, fishing, and has become a master of grilling of smoked meats. He loves the game of pool and plays on a league.
He is currently a supporting volunteer for multiple nonprofit foundations serving veterans.
Interview with Owner
In the News
Check out “SBN Newsmakers: Harry Vogel, CEO of MyCrystalCompanion.com, provides gemstones made from ashes of loved ones embedded within” from PodcastSteve on Vimeo.
Create a Lasting Tribute with Our Custom Cremation Keepsakes
Made with respect and care
Honor your loved one with a truly unique memorial keepsake. Each of our personalized cremation keepsakes is carefully handcrafted in our lab using a portion of your loved one’s cremains. Using our patented My Crystal Companion® process, the stone forms naturally, creating colors and patterns that reflect the essence of their life. Whether your loved one’s spirit radiated joy, creativity, love, or sparkle, these qualities are preserved in every custom memorial gift.
To others, your keepsake may appear as a beautiful gemstone—but every My Crystal Companion memorial is entirely unique. No two are alike. Each is created in its own crucible from your loved one’s cremains, which is then destroyed, ensuring your memorial is truly one-of-a-kind.
Our cremation memorial keepsakes provide a meaningful, enduring way to honor a loved one’s memory while offering comfort, healing, and a lasting tribute. Discover how a personalized cremation memorial can help you celebrate and cherish the life of your loved one, creating a timeless remembrance that preserves their memory and legacy.
