Buechel Stone has been running as a family business since 1964. Founded by Francis and Alyce Buechel, the North American stone producer has grown its operation exponentially through the decades. First purchasing the assets of Blue Ridge Mountain Stone in Marion, NC, in 2018, the company recently added to its list of quarries with the recent acquisition of Pray Stone Co. in Winfield, KS. Stone World had the opportunity to discuss Buechel Stone’s latest developments with Mike Buechel, the company’s COO and owner.

SW: I understand you recently acquired the assets of Pray Stone Co. in Winfield, KS. What were some reasons for this purchase?