I visited the Heartwood Preserve after reading an article about the facility in the Tampa Bay…read moreTimes. The grounds are open to the public during normal business hours. I walked the cemetery and the preserve. I didn't inquire info or pricing of services.. A description of what I viewed while on the property is below along with several photos. The Heartwood Preserve is a medium size property and is essentially the same environment as Starkey Park. In fact, the most southwest corner of Starkey Park borders the Heartwood Preserve. The border fence can seen on the preserve trial which is probably a quarter mile long. I walked through the cemetery portion of the property viewing two graves. Small grave markers can be seen along the trail indicating gravesites. One grave not pictured was circled by pinecones with pineneedles a top. Each gravesite was directly beside the cemetery pathway (not paved) identical to many field like trials at Starkey where many fan shaped palm fronds are. The welcome center was staffed when I visited and a separate employee was tending to the grounds and politely waved and smiled. I learned a lot by walking the property on my own and will consider burial on these grounds.

From the owner: Heartwood Preserve Conservation Cemetery is the first in the Tampa Bay region to design a…read moreconservation cemetery within a nature preserve. We conserve and permanently protect the endangered natural habitats found here by providing environmentally-friendly burial options. Heartwood Preserve is a special place that offers a serene environment to visitors. What makes Heartwood truly unique is we allow pre-planning for future cemetery needs.

My daughter's wedding was this past weekend. I surprised her with the carriage. I loved the look on…read moreher face when she saw it walking towards the church exit. The team at Avalon West helped the photographers with picture poses and then took the new married couple for a ride I know they will never forget. People yelled and cheered for them as they road down the street. One person ran out of a club with a bottle of champagne. My daughter love the carriage ride and said it was the best part of the wedding. That is saying a lot. Thanks Avalon West Carriage Service.

From the owner: We offer custom decorated horse-drawn carriages for weddings and other special events. The…read morecarriages are white and have gorgeous velvet interiors. Each horse is also decorated for the event and the driver is dressed in formal attire. We cater to large or small parties and can provide transportation for entire wedding parties via horse-drawn carriage. The carriages have convertible tops for inclement weather and are offered with "Just Married" signs for the back. We have a Cinderella style carriage for Cinderella birthday parties, weddings, and special events. Our horses are beautiful and we pride ourselves in offering an excellent working home for retired or disabled carriage horses from other carriage companies. Ask us about our work with horses who were bound for slaughter and our amazing success with Blue Star Equiculture! We look forward to being a part of your special event.

Through our presentation 3 years ago to now, Neptune Society has been amazing, unfortunately, my…read morehusband passed about a month ago while we were out of town. I called our chapter near our home and they gave me all the information on who to contact nearest where we were. Everyone was so helpful, compassionate, and professional. For what the cost covers and the help that I received, the price was very reasonable. Thank you, Neptune Society, for making such a terrible time in my life bearable. They were just a call away any time I had questions. I could not ask for more!

went in to grab death certificates and ashes for my family. the attitude in this office from…read morereceptionist to management was sad, condescending, unhelpful, and very rude. Lurch the guy who helped, explained how import ant he was and I should have known not to just stop by. Really. My advice, find an office that cares about your feelings... not theirs. Solid NO.

This is our second time using Robert's of Ocala Funerals and Cremations. When my father passed…read morerecently, it was a relief knowing I could call them and they would take care of all the arrangements and our wishes! We had the pleasure of connecting with Marie again, as our funeral director, who has the most caring and thoughtful dispostion. She makes the process quick, easy and affordable. I would highly recommed this business when in need. Everyone I have met here are caring and accommodating during this time of grief!

Roberts of Ocala Funeral & Cremation was professional and kind during my difficult time. My mother…read morehad been very sick when she died and I was coming from out of state. Steve guided me and was a great source of comfort. I really appreciated his wisdom and grace

I went through Aden funeral home for my dads funeral recently. In viewing we were shocked to find…read moremy dads coffin covered in blood and covered with plastic sheet at the back. His face was also very swollen and pillow was not even under his head. We were rather infuriated by the treatment of deceased person. Total disgrace for funeral home.

I recently lost my father. Me and my siblings were completely lost about what to do and how to go…read moreabout making funeral arrangements while In the process of grieving. After calling around to many many funeral homes from Pinellas to Hillsborough county, I called Aden's funeral home and spoke with Tera. Tera was able to work with my budget and provide quality services. All of our concerns were addressed easily with no hassle. Not only did we have a beautiful service but we got to meet some beautiful people at Adens funeral home. We literally laughed and laughed throughout our initial visit. It was refreshing to be in the presence of people who deal with death and loss everyday yet they still have such amazing spirits. And they still have the ability to understand that death is never easy, no matter how normal it is. If you are looking for a memorable and stress free process, please call Aden's funeral home.

The Taylor Family was so very awesome in helping my family with the death of our brother. Their…read morecare and compassion for such a diffcult time in our lives was truly appreciated. Jim walked us through the process and answered any questions we had. Jim was extremely patient in helping us complete the arrangements. The cost was affordable. We would definitely recommend Taylor Funeral Home. MikeC.

My close friend had his wake here, May he Rest In Peace! RIP J. Tanner…read more I recommend this place as being peaceful and comforting and very family setting.