I met with Mr. Joel Davis and finally met Emily with whom I'd spoken to on the phone many times. We…read moremet at the Crestview location. I love this place! It is immaculate, peaceful, and pure down home Southern country. Mr. Davis explained the details for arranging my own services in a pleasant, funny, casual, and very professional manner. Ms. Emily is an intelligent, professional, and extremely knowledgeable person. The prices and services offered are so affordable! Every single detail of legalities, medical, necessities, accommodations, and services necessary for such an elegant, beautiful, caring way to leave this earth are explained in detail. Do your loved ones a very caring favor and arrange details beforehand. Thank you, Davis-Watkins family and everyone!

I want to give a huge shout out and thanks to the team at Davis-Watkins Funeral Home in Ft Walton…read moreBeach, Florida. My mothers health crisis, and death was extremely unexpected and when I arrived at the funeral home, I was treated with the utmost respect by the staff. Justin, Malachi, etc we're all consummate professionals from the very beginning. Like many people that are confronted by the untimely decisions that come with an unexpected death..I was a bit emotional at the time everything transpired when I arrived at their business. They took the time to explain every decision to me, make sure I understood everything that I was signing, and helped me along with one of my friends pick out the stationary, the vault, casket, organize the services, etc. They and their staff were constantly available to answer any and ALL questions I had which took a huge amount of stress off of my shoulders. It was also extremely convenient how I was able to upload the selections of the songs that were played in rotation at the memorial, as well as the pictures on the website for the chapel services. After the graveside service by my moms chosen pastor they remained in contact to answer other questions that I had regarding followups about the death certificates as well. In addition, they worked to get the funeral done in a professional expedient manner despite the fact that it was a holiday weekend. They actually called Beal Memorial cemetery ahead of time - to make sure that the manager was on staff so I could set up everything there. I made it there with an hour to spare! If I could give both them and their staff 10 STARS I would.

During this very difficult time in my life McLaughlin showed me and my family respect,…read moreconsideration and compassion. Max was very helpful in every way possible as well as Pam. We appreciate the professional and caring way that they showed from start to finish, they made a very difficult process a little easier and we thank you all for that. From....M.Payne and family

These incredible caring professionals have been serving my families' needs for years…read more Their facilities are wonderful. I am especially appreciative of their moral code. My Dad, Jerry Head, died at FWB Hospital and they would not release his remains easily. Mclaughlin knew exactly how to handle the situation and advised use accordingly and wisely. They have taken such a dignified approach to helping my family, over 30+ years, memorialize our beloved family members. They can perform all arrangements for all faiths and any type of process. We have always been well served and comforted.

Dear Mr. James Bass, I seriously don't know how to begin…read morewith thanking the very best Funeral Home for going above and beyond yet again. Emerald Coast Funeral Home, Mr. James Bass, Jeffrey, Matt and so many of you, went above and beyond for my husband of almost 47 year's married and almost 50 year's together. You again, far exceeded my expectations with all your outstanding detail. My Dear Husband could not have asked for a better Funeral. It was everything he asked for and far more. I thank you with all my heart. You all provided an excellent service, as you did with my late daughter, Sweet Kathleen Dorothy Quill 10 year's ago, this coming December - 22nd. As far as pre-planning, I can not recommend it enough for anyone reading this and contemplating as to whether or not to go ahead with a pre-planned Funeral. My precious daughter whom passed almost 10 year's ago was a shock. A bigger shock was planning a funeral with nothing saved for such a tragedy. After my daughters funeral we looked straight in to pre-planning and I feel extremely blessed that we did. When my Dear Husband passed earlier this month, only one call was made to Emerald Coast Funeral Home, they took over and took care of everything. My husband received the best care from Emerald Coast Funeral Home and again, they went above and beyond. They left no stone unturned. I even panicked because I couldn't find my husband's name tag for his military uniform. Needless to say, Emerald Coast Funeral Home, followed through with a new one. Should I begin pre-paying for my own funeral? Most definitely, I wouldn't want to put any loss or responsibility on my family or anyone around me. It gives me great peace of mind and takes all the worry away. Definitely something you should consider. A + care too and from our very own Emerald Coast Funeral Home. I thank each and everyone of you again, with all my heart. Thank you, Kind Regards, Dorothy (Dolly) Quill Lady-q@hotmail.com

We found Emerald Coast Funeral Home & Reception Center to be very helpful and compassionate during…read morea very difficult time in our lives. Our director Phillip went above and beyond for us when we had a difficulty with the death certificate. We would recommend their services.

When my Mom entered hospice my family began to make certain arrangements. We thought Mom had…read moremade a prepayment at Evan's Funeral Home almost 20 years ago. I called the phone number and found it had been sold to McDonald Family Funeral. I spoke to Keaton McDonald and he told me he would see if he had any record of a prepayment and call me back. I didn't have much hope since it was arranged with a previous owner so long ago. He called me back and confirmed the prepayment. He coordinated with the local funeral home in Central Florida and was so helpful to us at a very sad time. This type of professionalism and customer service is rare these days and we are so grateful for his help.

Keaton and his family have their hearts in everything they do. My mother's passing and arrangements…read moreseemed unbearable and daunting... but with their gentle guidance we were able to keep moving forward. When we needed a moment to dry up our tears, he sat with us. When we needed direction, he offered suggestions. When we felt the ground had dropped out beneath us, he lifted our spirits. When we had to change a few things, he was immediately available and helpful. He was the calm in our storm. It made all the difference in the world to have someone so calm and knowledgable with us. He thought of everything so that we did not have to in our acute grief. He offered exactly what we needed. I will forever be grateful.