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Funeral Home
Emerald Coast Funeral Home & Reception Center in Fort Walton Beach, FL provides funeral home, burial, veteran, memorialization, cremation and life celebration services. Call us 24/7.
Our experienced staff is committed to this vision and passionate about making your time with us as memorable and uplifting as possible. We bring together decades of experience caring for families of all cultural backgrounds and diverse walks of life. We pledge to treat you and your loved ones just like family, and we guarantee to offer services that meet all of your specifications while exceeding all of your expectations. Licensed staff members are available around the clock, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to discuss your needs. Whether you are doing pre-planning or need to hold a service soon, we are ready to answer our phone and offer you warm, friendly, and empathetic service. Learn more about our funeral services.
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- Onsite servicesAvailable
- Free parking garageNot available
- Free parking lotAvailable
- Free street parkingNot available
Location
Emerald Coast Funeral Home
161 Racetrack Road Northwest, Fort Walton Beach, FL
32547, United States
Hours
Reviews
4.9
202 reviews
5 stars
194
4 stars2
3 stars0
2 stars2
1 star
4
What are people saying?
AI-generated from recent customer reviews
Compassionate Staff
Numerous reviews highlight the staff's compassion, kindness, and professionalism during difficult times, providing comfort and support to grieving families.
Attention to Detail
Customers appreciated the meticulous attention to detail in planning and executing funeral services, ensuring that every aspect was handled with care.
Beautiful Facility
The funeral home is frequently described as beautiful and calming, contributing to a positive experience during a challenging time.
Communication and Support
Many reviews mention the staff's proactive communication and support, including follow-ups after services to check on families.
Mixed Experiences
While most feedback is positive, a few reviews mention dissatisfaction with service or communication, indicating some inconsistency in customer experiences.
- VDVogue Dreams6 days ago5.0Death is never easy nor a simple process to get through. Loosing my father was a nightmare but James, and Jeffrey.were guiding lights in this difficult time. Our family will never forget the comfort we were given; thank you for everything, words will never be enough to convey our gratitude ❤️
- JKJohn KwiatkowskiJan 4, 20265.0In one of the most difficult moments of mine and my son's life, Emerald Coast Funeral Home provided a level of care and empathy that we didn't think was possible. From the very first phone call, Susan Upson treated our family with such kindness and patience. She listened to our stories and truly captured our Loved One's spirit in every detail of the service. We felt completely supported and at peace knowing our loved one was in such capable, gentle hands.
- DDDanDec 19, 20255.0There are no words that can describe the pain of the loss of a loved one but the compassion shown by the staff and the manner in which they conducted themselves provided as much comfort as possible,I commend them for performing such a dreaded task with the utmost professionalism.God bless to all of you and thank you for what you do.
- LBLee BattsNov 13, 20255.0Caitlin was helpful and compassionate. She orchestrated the service flawlessly. Everyone was great.
- DPDrake PetteysNov 12, 20255.0The facility is beautiful and Curtis is wonderful. He went above and beyond accommodating me, answering questions, and guiding me through pre-planning.
Frequently Asked Questions About Emerald Coast Funeral Home
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.
Is there financial help if I need it?
There are a number of options available, including:
Determine if the deceased person qualifies for any entitlements. Check with the Social Security Administration, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and with your State Fund. Many people are entitled to get financial assistance with their funeral costs from these agencies if they qualify.
Review all insurance policies the deceased person has, including life insurance. Some life insurance policies have coverage clauses for funeral related costs.
Find local charities providing financial help for funeral expenses. Search for non profit organizations and for churches in your area.
Talk to your funeral director about cremation options - these can be much less expensive depending on your choices.
What funeral services does Emerald Coast Funeral Home provide?
Emerald Coast Funeral Home offers funeral home, burial, veteran, memorialization, cremation, and life celebration services. They also provide financing options and have licensed staff available 24/7.
Are Emerald Coast Funeral Home's facilities accessible?
Yes, the funeral home has a wheelchair accessible entrance, seating, onsite parking, and offers free parking lot facilities. However, it does not have a wheelchair accessible restroom.
What forms of payment are accepted at Emerald Coast Funeral Home?
They accept American Express, Cash, Discover, Mastercard, and Visa for payment.
How does Emerald Coast Funeral Home support families with cremation memorialization?
They offer options like ground burial of urns, bronze memorials or monuments, cremation niches in columbariums, and scattering gardens which provide serene places for reflection.
Can cremated remains be buried with a spouse at Emerald Coast Funeral Home?
Yes, depending on the cemetery's policy, you may be able to have cremated remains buried on top of or next to a casketed spouse in the same grave space. Multiple cremated remains may also be interred in one grave space.
Does Emerald Coast Funeral Home offer assistance with financial help for funeral costs?
Yes, they can guide you through options such as entitlements from Social Security, Veterans Affairs, insurance policies, local charities, and affordable cremation options to help manage funeral expenses.
Are there nearby dining options when visiting Emerald Coast Funeral Home?
Yes, nearby dining options include The Macaron Chef bakery, Sakura sushi & hibachi, Sakura Japanese Grill, Little Caesars Pizza, and Queen of Flavor bakery and smoothie juice bar, all within close proximity for visitors.
What nearby services can assist with wellness or beauty while visiting Emerald Coast Funeral Home?
Nearby wellness and beauty services include Skyla's Beauty and Barber Lounge, Let's Get Chillin Health & Wellness spa, Orchid Nails & Spa, Premiere Nails salon, and Genesis Barber Institute.
How can nearby government and social services support families visiting Emerald Coast Funeral Home?
Nearby services like the Social Security Administration and US Social Security Administration offices can assist with benefit and entitlement questions relevant during funeral planning.
How can visitors reach Emerald Coast Funeral Home for inquiries or support?
You can call their main phone at +1 850-864-3361 or email wecare@emeraldcoastfuneralhome.com. The funeral home is open 24 hours every day, including Federal Holidays.