Fuller Metz Cremation & Funeral Services in Cape Coral, Florida provides funeral home, burial, veteran, memorialization, cremation and life celebration services. Call us 24/7.
Our Pre-Planning Services make it easy for you to get your express wishes down in writing, ensuring that you have the kind of memorial service you truly desire and that your friends and loved ones can have total peace of mind that they are adhering to your wishes. We host Burial Services that convey both the solemnity of the occasion, but also the joy that comes from celebrating the life of a dear loved one. We are happy to attend to all aspects of the service, and we invite our guests to linger as long as they wish, fully enjoying a special and intimate time with friends and family.
I would love to say that Fuller Metz- Funeral Home out of Cape Coral FL, was a stellar experience. The director Tim Hauck and Kari and staff, was completely professional and very compassionate. I highly recommend this team and funeral home. Again , thank you and God bless !
The Avenarius/Schmitt family
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Helen Kruckmeyer
Aug 22, 2025
5.0
Rachel and her staff made a terrible time in our life more manageable. They worked with us and gently guided us through the process that needed to happen. She did not rush us with the planning phase nor the visitation hours. I can highly recommend this funeral home.
MA
Maria Aprile
Aug 19, 2025
5.0
Fuller Metz, specifically Susan, made us so comfortable. It was as if one of her family members had passed. Attention to detail was above and beyond. Follow up and communication was superb. This was the 1st time we had to plan a funeral in SWFL but Fuller Metz, thru Susan's hand-holding and experience made the ordeal seamless. Our Funeral was in Cape Coral, but the burial was in NYC. Susan, together with Keri, organized the process in both States without missing a beat. Trust me they had to use skills of patience and determination to pull this all together. Our Dad had a beautiful send off in both States including Army Honors in NYC. Thank-you so very much for your professional attention and kindness throughout this emotional time. God Bless you all!
PA
Peggy Adams
Aug 15, 2025
5.0
They were kind and respectful. My husbands needs were handled swiftly and efficiently.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fuller Metz Funeral Home
Do I have to make different funeral arrangements if I choose cremation?
It really depends entirely on how you wish to commemorate a life. One of the advantages of cremation is that it provides you with increased flexibility when you make your funeral and cemetery arrangements. You might, for example, choose to have a funeral service before the cremation; a memorial service at the time of cremation or after the cremation with the urn present; or a committal service at the final disposition of cremated remains. Funeral or memorial services can be held in a place of worship, a funeral home or in a crematory chapel.
What can be done with the cremated remains?
With cremation, your options are numerous. The cremains can be interred in a cemetery plot, i.e., earth burial, retained by a family member, usually in an urn, scattered on private property, or at a place that was significant to the deceased. (It would always be advisable to check for local regulations regarding scattering in a public place-your funeral director can help you with this.)
Today, there are many different types of memorial options from which to choose. Memorialization is a time-honored tradition that has been practiced for centuries. A memorial serves as a tribute to a life lived and provides a focal point for remembrance, as well as a record for future generations. The type of memorial you choose is a personal decision.
What is memorialization for a cremation?
You might choose ground burial of the urn. If so, you may usually choose either a bronze memorial or monument. Cremation niches in columbariums are also available at many cemeteries. They offer the beauty of a mausoleum setting with the benefits of above ground placement of remains. Many cemeteries also offer scattering gardens. This area of a cemetery offers the peacefulness of a serene garden where family and friends can come and reflect.
Can we scatter the cremated remains?
If you wish to have your ashes scattered somewhere, it is important to discuss your wishes to be scattered ahead of time with the person or persons who will actually have to do the cremation ashes scattering ceremony, as they might want to let your funeral professional assist in the scattering ceremony. Funeral directors can also be very helpful in creating a meaningful and personal ash scattering ceremony that they will customize to fit your families specific desires. The services can be as formal or informal as you like. Scattering services can also be public or private. Again, it is advisable to check for local regulations regarding scattering in a public place-your funeral director can help you with this.
If I am cremated, can I be buried with my spouse even if he or she was in a casket?
Yes — Depending upon the cemetery's policy, you may be able to save a grave space by having the cremains buried on top of the casketed remains of your spouse, or utilize the space provided next to him/her. Many cemeteries allow for multiple cremated remains to be interred in a single grave space.
What do I need to know about income tax when I lose a spouse?
Uncertainty about income tax issues can add to the stress experienced from the death of a spouse. You should meet with your family attorney and/or tax advisor as soon as possible to review your particular tax and estate circumstances. Bring a detailed list of your questions to the meeting. If you do not have an attorney or tax advisor, call the IRS toll-free at 800-829-1040 for answers to specific tax questions.
What types of services does Fuller Metz Funeral Home in Cape Coral provide?
Fuller Metz Funeral Home offers funeral home, burial, veteran, memorialization, cremation, and life celebration services in Cape Coral, Florida.
Are arrangements for cremation different from traditional burial services?
Cremation provides increased flexibility with funeral and cemetery arrangements, allowing various service options before, during, or after cremation, in places like a funeral home, crematory chapel, or place of worship.
Can cremated remains be buried with a spouse who was casketed?
Yes, depending on the cemetery's policy, cremated remains can be buried on top of or beside a casketed spouse in the same grave space, and multiple cremains can often be interred together.
What are common options for memorialization of cremated remains?
Options include ground burial of urns, bronze memorials or monuments, cremation niches in columbariums, and scattering gardens designed for reflection and remembrance.
Can I scatter cremated remains in a public place?
Scattering cremated remains is possible, but you should check local regulations beforehand and consider having a funeral professional assist in making the ceremony meaningful and compliant.
What payment methods does Fuller Metz Funeral Home accept?
They accept American Express, Cash, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa as payment options.
Is Fuller Metz Funeral Home open on federal holidays?
Yes, the funeral home is open 24 hours on federal holidays.
Which nearby establishment can I visit for dental services before or after visiting Fuller Metz Funeral Home?
Smile Cape Coral, a nearby dentist and cosmetic dental service provider, is a convenient place for dental care close to Fuller Metz Funeral Home.
Are there any nearby places for dining options near Fuller Metz Funeral Home?
Yes, Mexico Lindo Restaurant, a Mexican and Tex-Mex restaurant, is located nearby for dining before or after your visit.
If I need to visit a bookstore in the area while in Cape Coral, where can I go near Fuller Metz Funeral Home?
One For The Books, a nearby bookstore, is conveniently located close to Fuller Metz Funeral Home for your reading or gift needs.