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McLaughlin Twin Cities Funeral Home in Niceville, FL provides funeral home, burial, veteran, memorialization, cremation and life celebration services. Call us 24/7.
Our professional staff has years of experience caring for families from all walks of life. We are leaders in our profession, with dedication to service and professional integrity. When we sit down with a family, our shared goal is to create a fitting, memorable and affordable service for their loved one. We offer them a wide variety of services and products, as well as a wealth of creative ideas and suggestions. Together, we'll design a funeral service that suits their needs now, and in the future. Families who come to us know that years from now, they will have deep peace-of-mind because in coming to us, they've done their best to honor their loved one.
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- LMLeonard MartinOct 4, 20255.0Very accommodating and caring people specially Ashley
- LFLeslie FoutsJun 11, 20255.0The McLaughlin team are wonderful. Very knowledgeable and very kind. They are readily available to answer any questions or concerns. Very comforting and helpful. Highly recommended their care during such a difficult and stressful time.
- SHSusan HillegasOct 16, 20245.0They're very professional and keep your privacy. Susan Hillegas-Frazier
- JGJulee GraceMay 9, 20245.0Thank you for taking such good care of my father.
Frequently Asked Questions About McLaughlin Twin Cities
What does a Funeral Director do?
Pick up the deceased and transport the body to the funeral home (anytime day or night)
Notify proper authorities, family and/or relatives
Arrange and prepare death certificates
Provide certified copies of death certificates for insurance and benefit processing
Work with the insurance agent, Social Security or Veterans Administration to ensure that necessary paperwork is filed for receipt of benefits
Prepare and submit obituary to the newspapers of your choice
Bathe and embalm the deceased body, if necessary
Prepare the body for viewing including dressing and cosmetizing
Assist the family with funeral arrangements and purchase of casket, urn, burial vault and cemetery plot
Schedule the opening and closing of the grave with cemetery personnel, if a burial is to be performed
Coordinate with clergy if a funeral or memorial service is to be held
Arrange a police escort and transportation to the funeral and/or cemetery for the family
Order funeral sprays and other flower arrangements as the family wishes
Provide Aftercare, or grief assistance, to the bereaved
What do I do when a death occurs?
The funeral home will help coordinate arrangements with the cemetery.
Bring the following information to complete the State vital statistic requirements:
✓ Birthplace
✓ Father's Name
✓ Mother's Name
✓ Social Security Number
✓ Veteran's Discharge or Claim Number
✓ Education
✓ Marital Status
Contact your clergy. Decide on time and place of funeral or memorial service. This can be done at the funeral home.
The funeral home will assist you in determining the number of copies of the death certificates you will be needing and can order them for you.
Make a list of immediate family, close friends and employer or business colleagues. Notify each by phone.
Decide on appropriate memorial to which gifts may be made (church, hospice, library, charity or school).
Gather obituary information you want to include such as age, place of birth, cause of death, occupation, college degrees, memberships held, military service , outstanding work, list of survivors in immediate family. Include time and place of services. The funeral home will normally write article and submit to newspapers (newspaper will accept picture and they will be returned intact).
Arrange for members of family or close friends to take turns answering door or phone, keeping careful record of calls. If Social Security checks are automatic deposit, notify the bank of the death.
When I call, will someone come right away?
If you request immediate assistance, yes. If the family wishes to spend a short time with the deceased to say good-bye, that’s perfectly acceptable. Your funeral director will come when your time is right.
Should I choose Burial or Cremation?
Burial in a casket is the most common method of disposing of remains in the United States, although entombment also occurs. Cremation is increasingly selected because it can be less expensive and allows for the memorial service to be held at a more convenient time in the future when relatives and friends can come together.
A funeral service followed by cremation need not be any different from a funeral service followed by a burial. Usually, cremated remains are placed in urn before being committed to a final resting place. The urn may be buried, placed in an indoor or outdoor mausoleum or columbarium, or interred in a special urn garden that many cemeteries provide for cremated remains. The remains may also be scattered, according to state law.
What is the purpose of embalming?
Embalming sanitizes and preserves the body. Embalming makes it possible to lengthen the time between death and the final disposition, allowing family members time to arrange and participate in the type of service most comforting to them.
Does a dead body have to be embalmed, according to law?
The Federal Trade Commission says, "Except in certain special cases, embalming is not required by law. Embalming may be necessary, however, if you select certain funeral arrangements, such as a funeral with viewing. If you do not want embalming, you usually have the right to choose an arrangement that does not require you to pay for it, such as direct cremation or immediate burial."
What services does McLaughlin Twin Cities Funeral Home provide?
McLaughlin Twin Cities offers funeral home, burial, veteran, memorialization, cremation, and life celebration services with experienced staff dedicated to creating fitting and affordable services.
How can I contact McLaughlin Twin Cities Funeral Home?
You can call them 24/7 at +1 850-678-7768 or email wecare@twincitiescremationsfunerals.com.
What are the operating hours of McLaughlin Twin Cities?
The funeral home is open 24 hours every day, including Federal Holidays.
What payment methods are accepted at McLaughlin Twin Cities?
They accept American Express, Cash, Discover, Mastercard, and Visa payments.
What should I do immediately when a death occurs?
Contact the funeral home to coordinate arrangements, gather required personal information, notify family and friends, decide on memorial contributions, and prepare obituary details.
Does embalming have to be done by law?
Embalming is not required by law except in certain cases. It is usually necessary only if you select funeral arrangements that include a viewing.
Are funeral services available immediately after contacting McLaughlin Twin Cities?
Yes, if you request immediate assistance, the funeral director will come promptly; however, it is also acceptable to spend some time saying good-bye before they arrive.
How does the funeral home assist with paperwork for death certificates and benefits?
They arrange and prepare death certificates, provide certified copies for insurance and benefits, and work with agencies like Social Security and Veterans Administration to ensure necessary paperwork is filed.
What nearby places can I visit before or after a service at McLaughlin Twin Cities?
Nearby you can visit St Paul Lutheran Church & School for spiritual support, enjoy coffee or a meal at Starbucks or Jersey Mike's Subs, or explore local shops like The Eagles Nest Custom Apparel & Gifts.
Are there essential services near McLaughlin Twin Cities that might assist visitors?
Yes, Regions Bank is nearby for financial needs, East Niceville Fire District provides emergency services, and there are convenient options like Circle K convenience store and several gas stations including Texaco and 76.