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Funerals & Cremation
A personal remembrance
Celebrating life is the cornerstone of healing.
We look forward to helping you decide how to honor the unique individual you've lost. Whether you chose burial or cremation, together we will create a service as unique as the life, lived.
Let us guide you
Losing a loved one is one is difficult. Let us help ease the burden with a service as unique as your loved one.
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Dedicated Advisor
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Celebrations
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Resting Place
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You Need Us
Why funerals are essential to healing.
Bringing family together.
Coming together with friends and family gives everyone the opportunity to share memories, express emotions, and find comforting support. Whether you choose burial or cremation, the need for acknowledgement of the loss with family and friends is ever present. Together we can create a unique meaningful ceremony to express the genuine individuality of your loved one.
A place for family & friends to gather.
When selecting burial, the ceremonies you design revolve around the casket being present. Traditions may be followed, with a viewing, and then a funeral service in the chapel. Or you could choose to have a more relaxed memorial service. We’re here to help you to arrive at the perfect way to gather together, prior to your loved one's interment.
Cremation doesn't limit their life celebration.
Cremation refers solely to the manner in which you or your loved one has chosen to deal with the physical remains. It doesn’t limit the ways you can honor your loved one's life. We heartily suggest that you have a funeral or memorial service, because your need for such a healing experience is not lessened by the decision to be cremated.
Traditional. Profound. Healing.
We can help you design a meaningful and healing committal service to take place at the graveside. These services can take place outdoors or even inside a mausoleum. We'll guide you through the process of personalizing both the service and the site in multiple ways.
What Families Are Saying
Excellent service at a time if sorrow. Compassionate, understanding staff. Highly recommended.
Author: William Slabinski rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
BRIAN...'Huge Thanks' goes to you for gracefully assisting our family in this difficult time loosing both parents. We are so very grateful for the love and support you have shown us, it is deeply appreciated and will always be remembered. THE ROE FAMILY
Author: Alusia rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I was truly impressed with the compassionate and professional service provided by Sean who helped me through a very difficult time. I have used their services in the past and recommend them to anyone who wants to be confident every detail will be handled expertly by this team.
Author: Theresa Lamon rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I recently reached out for help with cleaning a family memorial, and I couldn't be more grateful for the care and attention it received. Manley Devallon was incredibly respectful and did a meticulous job restoring the site. It’s a huge relief to know that the grounds are in such capable and compassionate hands.
Author: Gina Smith rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I went to visit a friends grave at Fort Myers Memorial gardens funeral home and ran into Hector he was very helpful and even offered water.
Author: Seth Silva rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Hector was a great help when I came in looking for someone.
Author: Norma Medina rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I went to go see a family member and this nice groundskeeper hector was so nice and asked us if we needed anything made me feel very welcomed!!
Author: Giselle Gordillo rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Had a very emotional time visiting my family members grave and a nice gentle man was there to make sure I was okay. His name was hector and a face I will always remember. Amazing staff and peaceful visit.
Author: Jose Rodriguez rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Came by while visiting a friend’s gravesite and ended up having a really positive experience. I ran into an outside worker named Hector, and he was extremely helpful and informative. He took the time to answer questions and made everything feel a lot easier. Really appreciated his kindness and professionalism.
Author: Bruno Montrond rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
friendly staff nice service
Author: Nicolas Valdes rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
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The possibilities are endless.
We invite you to explore the many unique ways to celebrate and honor life. Whether you choose burial or cremation, having a service to honor life, and a permanent place to visit remains, are essential parts of the healing process.
Comfort in Tradition.
Patriotic Honor.
Together Is Better.
Savor Memories.
Ride Strong.
No Place Like Home.
How Would You Like To Be Honored?
A Sporting Celebration.
Keepsakes and Heirlooms.
The Game Goes On.
Take The Stage.
Into The Deep.
Reach for the Stars.
From Ordinary To Extraordinary, We Have You Covered.
Since every life is unique, we will work with you to plan a personalized tribute that truly honors and celebrates the life lived. Let our funeral professionals help you decide what services are right for you.
Signature Services
This glass-front case displays the United States flag that is presented to the family of a military service member or veteran. The case allows family and friends to view the flag while protecting this cherished memento.
Many caskets allow for personalization to best represent the legacy of your loved one. Personalization options range from medallions to cap panels and more based on the casket you select. Talk to us today to find out more.
Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home and Cemetery's DVD Memorial Tributeâ„¢ gives families a lasting tribute to their loved one's life. Each tribute DVD professionally displays photographs set to music that honor and cherish fond memories of a loved one.
Fingerprint pendants are a unique keepsake featuring an imprint that captures the unique impression every life makes on our own. These prints are captured from an inked finger, hand or footprint of your loved one, and are beautifully crafted in your choice of sterling silver, 14kt white or yellow gold.
Our moving Flight Home® Ceremony signifies the soul of the deceased joining other family members who have passed on before them, creating a beautiful and uplifting element to the service.
Live streaming gives everyone the chance to honor their loved ones when they can’t attend the service in person. This service is especially important for those who are too far to travel or have health concerns that prevent their attendance.
These beautiful portrait-style canvas prints can be customized with a selection of backgrounds and frames.
A bagpiper can offer melodious background music to create a soothing atmosphere during times of reflecting and remembrance.
Create a special piece that you can wrap yourself in for years to come. Use your favorite photo, or let us create a collage of photos and elements that will make this woven blanket an incredible comfort.
Displaying memorial collages can bring joy during this time for your family and friends to look back on the good times throughout your loved one’s life. Simply provide us with photos and let us handle the rest.
A funeral home and cemetery like no other.
Founded in 1954 in Fort Myers, we began with a mission to celebrate life and serve families.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The funeral is a ceremony of proven worth and value for those who mourn. It provides an opportunity for the survivors and others who share in the loss to express their love, respect and grief. It permits facing openly and realistically the crisis that death may present. Through the funeral, the bereaved take that first step towards emotional adjustment to their loss.
- Absolutely, in fact, we recommend it. After all, the funeral is a celebration of life. Funeral directors are happy to discuss all options and ensure your funeral is tailored to your wishes. It may be personalized in many unique ways. Contact us at (469) 925-1436 to explore the possibilities.
- There are many reasons to view the deceased. It is part of many cultural and ethnic traditions, and many grief specialists believe that viewing aids the grief process, by helping the bereaved recognize the reality of death. Viewing is even encouraged for children, as long as it is their desire to do so, and the process is explained well.
- Yes! Holding services is an important element of the healing process, and choosing cremation doesn't limit the ways in which you can celebrate life. You can even still have a visitation/viewing with the body present if you chose cremation. These services are encouraged to help give family friends a sense of closure during the grief and healing process.
- We have our own crematory here onsite so your loved one remains in our care.
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