The Florida Department of Transportation established the Memorial Marker Program to commemorate those who have died in vehicle-related crashes on the State Highway System. The Department also allows the placement of memorial markers within the state road right of way to increase public awareness of highway safety.

The markers consist of a round 15" diameter aluminum sign panel with a white background and black letters mounted to a 5 ft. steel U-channel post. All markers are uniformly inscribed “Drive Safely, In Memory,” followed by the deceased’s name. They are manufactured at the FDOT sign fabrication facility, and the Department absorbs all costs for the construction, installation, and maintenance of the markers in order to offer them free to the public. They are allowed to remain on the right of way for one year, and the Department reserves the right to have them removed due to construction or other maintenance needs.