Eden Stone Co. and Valders Stone and Marble, Inc. cover a large area and an even larger market with their production
In 1950, Eden Stone Co. Inc. in Eden, WI, was founded by Emil Gesell. Originally named Gesell and Sons, the quarry produced hand dressed-veneer and flagstone products. Now in its fourth gen-eration, the company has grown greatly in its reach and production with a claim of eight quarry locations spanning across southeastern and central Wisconsin, an acquisition of Valders Stone and Marble, Inc. in Valders, WI, and the expansion of its market. The company’s market today covers residential, commercial, industrial, civil, judicial, institutional, collegiate, healthcare, hospitality and government projects.
A company that is known for its “family owned and operated” business aesthetic, it also has deep quarrying roots and a rich history. With determination and commitment, the Sons, Bill (“Senior”) and Bob expanded the quarry’s production in the early years. Under the leadership of Bill, the quarry grew and eventually became known as Eden Stone.