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Cemetery
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. For those who choose it, we also offer Cremation Services; cremation can be a meaningful way in which many families mark the death of a loved one. We offer services tailored to honor those who are military service members and veterans, as well.
Location
Forest Lawn Memorial Cemetery - KFL
2404 Harrison Ave, Panama City, FL
32406, United States
Hours
Frequently Asked Questions About Forest Lawn Memorial Cemetery - KFL
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:
Birth Date
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 Forest Lawn Memorial Cemetery - KFL provide?
We offer Pre-Planning Services, Burial Services, Cremation Services, and special services for military members and veterans. We handle all aspects of funeral and memorial arrangements to ensure a meaningful farewell.
Are you open every day?
Yes, Forest Lawn Memorial Cemetery - KFL is open 24 hours a day, every day, including Federal Holidays.
Can I contact you at any time if I need immediate assistance?
Yes, if you request immediate assistance, our funeral director will come right away. Families may also choose to spend some private time with their loved one before arrangements are made.
What payment options do you accept?
We accept American Express, Cash, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa for your convenience.
Do you assist with obtaining death certificates and other paperwork?
Yes, we arrange and prepare death certificates and coordinate with agencies such as insurance, Social Security, or Veterans Administration to complete necessary paperwork.
What should I do when a death occurs?
Contact the funeral home to coordinate with the cemetery. Bring information such as birth date, birthplace, parents' names, Social Security number, military discharge or claim number, education, and marital status. You can also decide on funeral or memorial services with clergy and provide obituary details.
Do you provide services for veterans and military members?
Yes, we offer tailored services to honor military service members and veterans to respectfully celebrate their lives.
What cemeteries and funeral homes are located near Forest Lawn Memorial Cemetery - KFL?
Nearby, you can find Kent-Forest Lawn Funeral Home & Cemeteries and Kent Forest Lawn Funeral Home, both providing funeral and cemetery services. These locations can help coordinate funeral arrangements and cemetery needs.
Are there medical facilities close to the cemetery for those who may need health services?
Yes, Ascension Medical Group Sacred Heart Bay at Harrison Avenue and Gulf Coast Dermatology are nearby medical centers, providing convenient access to medical and specialist care for families visiting the cemetery.
What attractions are near Forest Lawn Memorial Cemetery - KFL that visitors might want to see?
Visitors can enjoy a visit to St. Joe Beach, a nearby park and beach offering beautiful scenery and recreational opportunities, perfect for reflection or relaxation before or after visiting the cemetery.