First of all, my husband and I went by to get quotes to have an idea in case something happened to…read moremy loved ones. My first point of contact was with Joshua the funeral director. I must say Joshua is a very respectful and caring person. They were very transparent, which we truly liked, the first thing he gave us was a price list. The price was reasonable and there were no hidden fees. The next day we met with Blair which was also a nice person and not a pushy salesman. I would definitely recommend this funeral home because they treat you with compassion and they went above and beyond to accommodate us, since unfortunately we ended up using their services a lot faster than expected. Overall, they were punctual, compassionate, and very friendly. My family and I are very thankful for the beautiful service and special thanks to Joshua, for accommodating my family and myself the day after my dad died, which 8 of us showed up to his office for the final planning and he was very comforting at this difficult time. Thank you and I have recommended it to all our friends and family in Sebring.

My family went to (then) Stephenson Funeral Home in 1976 when my great grandfather passed away to…read morehold services. Over the years our poor record keeping meant that in 2018 we were unsure where his final resting place was. Craig Nelson answered the phone (outside of normal business hours!) and took down what little information I had. He promised to see what he could find and arranged a time to call me back. He went above and beyond to locate the records and help us figure out where my great grandfather was buried and all of us are so thankful. They don't use an answering service, so I was able to talk to him right away. He was kind, helpful, professional and empathetic - I can't imagine a better character for someone in this industry. He didn't try to brush off my call or delay returning my call, even though we were customers 40+ years ago. He treated me with respect and kindness. For a family who is grieving, I doubt there's a better place to gather and remember loved ones lost.

Amazing customer service! Very helpful staff, value of service requested was outstanding!read more

We had pre-arranged at Naples Funeral Home. The death of my husband brought me to them from the…read morefirst phone call to picking up the ashes we were dealt with kindness, understanding, and efficiency, the warmth and caring from manager Bryan made the worst experience of my life bearable. Thank you.

Quiet, peaceful and respectful, this area was established in 1837 as a supply depot during the…read moreSecond Seminole War. It was named in honor of Pierre Denaud, a French-Canadian trapper who had owned the land and had traded skins and hides with the Seminole prior to the Seminole War. The nearby marker https://www.yelp.com/biz/fort-denaud-historical-marker-labelle?hrid=g7RpDxiByiRUCXQVgxwLCw points out, "The combined pressure of growing white settlement in Florida and federal policy of relocating Indian tribes west of the Mississippi sparked the outbreak of the 2nd Seminole War in 1835. Controlling the coasts and campaigning in the heart of Seminole lands were the objectives of Major General Thomas Jesup in 1837. Captain B. L. E. Bonneville established Fort Denaud in 1838 as one of a series of posts linking American operations south of Tampa to the east coast. It was constructed on the south bank of the Caloosahatchee River 27 miles from Fort Myers on land owned by Pierre Denaud, a French Indian trader. The fort consisted of tents with a blockhouse in their midst. It served as a supply depot for troops in the Lake Okeechobee area and was utilized intermittently until the war ended in 1842. Fort Denaud was reopened in 1855, soon after the outbreak of the 3rd Seminole War. Additions included company quarters, hospital guardhouse, sutler's store and stables. A few months after a fire ravaged the post in June 1856, another site on the north bank of the river two miles west was chosen. The fort, which was abandoned in May 1858, gave its name to the nearby town of Ft. Denaud." The cemetery is in very good condition though many of the graves are unmarked or illegible though there are at least 350 veterans laid to rest here. There are still quite a few flowers and other tributes, so clearly people care. [Review 19285 overall - 1633 in Florida - 255 of 2023.]

In the 1800's white settlers flooded into Florida and the government became determined to relocate…read moreall Native Americans west of the Mississippi. This forced removal policy sparked the Second Seminole War 1835-1842. As the Seminoles fled south into Florida to evade capture and being sent out west, they moved into the Everglades in order to hide. In response the army set up forts south of Tampa to the east coast along rivers as they chased after the Seminoles who were much more skilled at surviving in the terrain than the soldiers. Fort Denaud was established by Captain B. L. E. Bonneville and troops of the 7th Infantry in 1838 on the the south side of the Caloosahatchee River. The fort was named in honor of Pierre Denaud, A French-Canadian trapper who had traded with the Seminoles and who owned land in the area in the 1830's. The Fort Denaud Cemetery date's back to the early 1800's and is the site of over 350 Veteran Grave sites. Many of the settlers who came to the area were drawn by the Armed Occupation Act of 1842, which was created to encourage people to move into South Florida. According to the act, "any single male 18 years or older or a head of family could apply for 160 acres or more. They were required to establish a home within one year, clear and enclose at least five acres and live on the property for five consecutive years in order to get free title to the land." One of the pioneer families that took the government up on it's offer was William Hardee Harn and Sara Webb Harn who came to the area before the Civil War. Both are buried in the Fort DeNaud cemetery. The couple had fourteen children who intermarried with the local families so that almost everyone in the area has a Harn relative. All that remains today of Fort Denaud is a few historic structures, a marker where the fort stood, and this historic cemetery. Although the cemetery isstill used too I liked exploring the back of the cemetery where the graves from the early 1800's are located. The names on many of the graves are faded and lost to time. People back then didn't document their lives like we do today. They were too busy living and surviving. The only thing left to remember them by is a piece of a broken stone. The LaBelle Historical Society has placed a marker in this portion of the cemetery to mark the pioneers and first settlers of the area. It's a very peaceful place with large oak trees dripping in Spanish moss. It is great for bird watching too. Watching a swallow-tailed kite swoop over me was a thrill.

Worst place and experience ever!!! No compassion, no sorry for your loss, all about what they can…read morecharge you. Don't use these people. They don't deserve to be in business. If I could do zero stars, that's what it would be.

My mom made arrangements for her and my dad 23 years ago. I'm not quite sure why they chose here,…read morebut it gave her peace of mind to know where they were going to rest. She called them condos. My dad passed 9 years ago and Rick and his staff took care of all the details then. They updated their general gathering space and you can even have your service there if you choose. Coffee, water, tea all set up if you need it. My mom lived to 98 years and passed a few weeks ago. This time Bill and Amanda took care of her details. My mom again being so organized, planned it all. I just made some small decisions, but her planning and the staff there made things a lot easier. I requested a motorcade to and from the church and this made navigating the streets a lot easier. They took care of publishing the obituary and ordering the death certificates. Staff communicated well and kept me up to date of what was going on, especially since I am out of state. They even reached out recently to see how I was doing and sent links to help with the grieving process. It was a peaceful send off and I'm sure my mom loved it. She's now at rest with my dad.

We had a very good experience. Professional and kind staff. David made us feel at ease during one…read moreof the most difficult times in life. We were so pleased with the presentation of our loved one. And we were told the rates were the most fair out of several local funeral homes. The grounds and interior of the facility are impeccable. Highly recommend.

Excellent service by Aaron. He answered all our questions and when we left we felt satisfied Hodges…read morewould take care of everything with one call. Thanks!

My sister and her husband both chose your Memorial cemetery (Charles and Marjorie McNamara) as…read morethere burial services. We, the family and friends, were very pleased with both services (even with COVID bring an issue with Margie's service and entombment). I am very sorry for the delay in my thanks to your staff for a job well done. I have visited on several occasions, and the only upsetting issue was the disappearance of the angel charms I leave on each trip, which was a promise to my sister, Margie, after she began her wishes with her husband's loss. I always come prepared with an angel, knowing the one last left will not be there. If you have any suggestions, they would be appreciated. I was just there a couple of weeks ago. While I am addressing you, I was checking my received phone calls a couple of days ago. A gentleman had sent a message that there is a booklet if some kind that was apparently left behind after Margie's entombment giving info about her life that he thought we would like to have. Yes, I would be grateful. If you can tell me when it can be picked up, I will make arrangements for a ride down there to pick it up. I, like Margie, am suffering with Alzheimer's, so I know longer take any chances driving. Thank all the staff who were so very helpful with both services. Please let me know the best time and location to pick up the booklet. Thank you.

This is one of the most unusual Yelp reviews I have ever done but here goes!…read more We used Buxton & Bass for my mother's funeral and viewing. The facilities are beautiful. We only had the viewing there but there is a dining room for meals and various seating areas. The decor is rustic and nice. The funeral director, Matt, was great to work with. He was available at all times to answer questions and was very knowledgeable about every part of this process. I never felt pressured to make a decision or a purchase. They have a great selection of caskets and paper themes. Matt was great at directing attendees and handling all of our requests. Anyone planning a funeral is going through a crappy time. I really felt like the Buxton family made this period of my life as easy as possible and I totally recommend them.

From the owner: Funerals as Unique as Your Life…read more At Buxton & Bass Okeechobee Funeral Home, we strive to keep costs affordable for our families at their most difficult time of need. We understand that when losing a loved one, the decisions and options may weigh heavy on you and your family. We hope you will turn to us for compassionate care and impeccable service in your time of need. Our pledge is to honor your loved one and family with dignity, respect, and personal attention to every detail.

Eric, Carolyn, and the entire team at LCCPG were a bright and healing light for our family during…read morethe darkest time of our lives. From the viewing through the service, every detail was handled with extraordinary care, compassion, and respect, allowing our family, friends, and community to truly come together to celebrate the life of our loved one. The facility itself is the most beautiful and technologically advanced of its kind--thoughtfully designed with intention, comfort, and dignity in mind. It's clear that Eric and Carolyn have considered every detail to support families when they need it most. They also generously share trusted contacts for additional resources, vendors, and service providers families may need after the loss of a loved one--and the excellence of those referrals mirrors the standard of care LCCPG provides. We are deeply grateful for the way they honored our loved one and supported all of us through this experience. I cannot recommend LCCPG highly enough.

We just came from a memorial service at Life Celebration Center (formerly Johnson-Taylor Funeral)…read morein Punta Gorda, FL. It was impressive but not over done. Comfortable seating out front, nice seating areas around inside. A nice area where the family had a buffet with nice seating and an outside area. Staff were helpful (but didn't look like their dog had just died). A+