Our family suffered a recent, unexpected loss of our father which catapulted us into the realm of…read morehaving to choose a cremation service. We received a list from the hospice nurse and, honestly, started with Florida Direct Cremation because of their location in St Pete. I have to say, it feels like it was divine intervention. From the very beginning Theo was compassionate and caring. He took the time to walk me through the process and helped answer all of my questions. I knew right away they were the right choice for our family's needs. Florida Direct Cremation is a small, family-owned business and you can tell by the attention and care they provide. Theo notified us when our father was in their care, he assisted with providing our father with honors given to a military veteran, and he stayed in contact with any updates in the process. I felt confident in entrusting them with our father. In terms of value, honestly, we did not do a lot of looking around since Florida Direct offered what we needed and nothing more. We did not need a big funeral home. We needed a service provided by someone who we could trust. I appreciate how Florida Direct Cremation does some of the leg work in notifying social security as well as mailing the death certificates to me (out of state). That and the wonderful customer service made Florida Direct Cremation a great value and great fit for us. Thank you, Theo. In this absolute dumpster fire of a situation (Google Florida "Free Kill" Law and schedule your surgeries out of state, you're welcome), Theo was a bright spot. He was compassionate, knowledgeable, kind, and patient. Theo, you made a terrible situation less terrible. Thank you.

Theo was outstanding from the very beginning. Professional, thoughtful, not pushing any decision or…read moreproducts. The cost was competitive especially compared to funeral home pricing. If your loved one passes in Florida and you want to perform cremation, this company is exceptional!

Friendly, efficient, affordable. They made the process easy. I liked that there was absolutely no…read morepressure involved.

Everything they claim to be. My wife and I decided we did not want services or fuss when we passed…read more She preceded me and I made the call to Good Earth. They promptly showed up and took care of everything. No problems, no fuss. That is what I wish when I pass. Grieving is hard enough I wish everything else to be no burden on my family

butch Kenney was an outstanding professional who easily guided us through the plan process. he's…read moregreat! I highly recommend him! James and Eileen Restaino

Baldwin Brothers in Bradenton, this organization was the wrong choice for our family. It probably…read morewill be the wrong choice for your family as well. My brother's arrangements were mis-handled from the very beginning. During the pre-need arrangement appointment we were promised things that did not materialize. We were told the body would be picked up promptly and be in the care of Baldwin Brothers the entire time. Neither were true in our case. The body was left in the hospital for well over a day and a third party company, not Baldwin Brothers was used to pick up the body at the hospital. We were told repeatedly he would be in the care of Baldwin from start to finish. Using a third-party company, Suncoast Transport is not in the hands of Baldwin Brothers. We were given repeated excuses why the body was not picked up or why the identification of the body would cost an additional $300. Even excuses as to why the phone at the office was not answered for over a day, why the obituary on the Baldwin website was not posted as promised or why the death certificate could not be issued. Even excuses as to why the cremation permit would be delayed thus a delay in the cremation and our getting his ashes to do his inurnment at the cemetery. We got to see the body three days after death. He was warm even though Florida law requires refrigeration after 24 hours. His limbs were limp and bottom of his hands and fingers were black. We have pictures. This after only three days. I believe if he were under refrigeration we would not have had to experience the look and smell of my brother's remains. Please don't do this to your loved one. Go to a professional that will treat you and your family with the respect that you each deserve. RUN, DON'T WALK AWAY FROM BALDWIN BROTHERS IN BRADENTON FLORIDA. We intend to make our case known to several industry oversight organizations in Florida. In regards to this matter we have hire legal counsel and expect to pursue this trough state regulatory and licensing as well as through professional affiliations.

Was met with snippy remarks by Marisole. When I asked who…read morethe owner was and if they could call back the call was ended with "I hope you have the day you deserve" My brother was tragically killed- an awful way to handle business when you are working with grieving families. Disgusting.

Horrible! When you have just lost your brother, the last thing you need is someone who is getting…read moreaggravated with you because you have questions. I have never had to cremate anyone before, so I had questions. Well, Teri didn't feel like answering questions, I guess. She was aggravated and responding with sarcasm. She even called me back to "prove me wrong" about the fact that I was talking to the wrong person at the Coroner's office, which happened to be the person that answers the phone, so that was out of my control. Thankfully, I found another service (Going Home Cremation Services) that was extremely nice and helpful and didn't mind answering questions. You really shouldn't be in this career field if you can't be nice; people that have just lost someone need kindness, - not aggravation and sarcasm. No surprise, when I called to cancel Covell's services, they didn't even ask why, since they just. don't. care.

My birthday present from myself to my family was pre-arranging and pre-paying my cremation & final…read morewishes. The staff took great care of me. I was impressed by the fact that they were very competitive and took the time to answer my many questions without ANY pressure. I was also impressed by the facility. You can be assured that you will be well cared for as well. It's never too early to plan ahead for the inevitable. Take the pressure off your loved ones. Having them make decisions at your passing adds insult to injury. Having relieved my family of the responsibility of decision making at a difficult time has greatly relieved my family. Sincerely, Kim "MAC" MacKellar South Pasadena (St. Petersburg), Florida Age 72 years young.

I'd like to personally thank Aurora, Capry, & my husband Kohl Rachlin for taking the time out to…read morehelp my sister's & I to plan out our father's cremation & Celebration of Life Service here on Sunday (02/16/2025)! Everything went beautifully smooth even down to making the obituary that my sister Jasmine had made down to the trifold flyers, prayer cards & etc & for allowing my sister's & I to set up the chapel for the service! But I'd like to give a special thanks to Todd DeGusipe for allowing us to have the honor of using the FH & for allowing my husband Kohl Rachlin take care of our father & to help work the service down to helping with setting the date for the cremation....This FH will FOREVER hold a cherished spot in my heart for a life time including the staff that helped make this happen.....I HIGHLY recommend this Funeral Home....

In this difficult time, the people at Affinity were extremely helpful, caring, and understanding. I…read morewish to thank them for their professionalism. It's been a difficult time, but they go through everything with you and maintain an affordable service.

Never a service you want to have to review but here I am. Their website spelled everything out…read moreexactly as it was. I went into their office to meet in person and Tom was incredibly helpful. Gave advice and useful information not only about their process but some things to consider in the overall reporting and filing of the certificate. We wanted things as absolutely simple and straight forward as possible per my Mother's wishes and they delivered. No attempt to offer or upsell anything more. Also worked seamlessly with the hospital.

My mother was buried in July 2025 still no headstone we are in March 2026 says it will be there in…read moreApril 2026. I dont believe it Due to tariffs I am told.

When I was in the process of selecting a memorial cremation service provider for my recent loss, I…read morealmost overlooked Skyway Memorial due to a negative review I had read on Yelp from years ago. Being in a state of grief, I was hesitant to expose myself to any potential negative experiences or customer service issues. However, I decided to express my concerns directly to Skyway Memorial and get their feedback before making a final decision. I am immensely grateful that I did because my experience with them under the new management has been nothing short of outstanding. From the moment I reached out to them to discuss my concerns, Kimberly at Skyway Memorial displayed a genuine commitment to customer satisfaction and understanding. She acknowledged the past negative feedback and assured me that they had undergone significant changes and improvements. Their transparency and willingness to address my concerns gave me the confidence to give them the benefit of the doubt and proceed with their services. I can now confidently say that choosing Skyway Memorial was the best decision I could have made. Under the new management, they have truly transformed their approach to customer service and exceeded my expectations in every way. Their professionalism, compassion, and attention to detail was exemplary throughout the entire process. The care and consideration they demonstrated during the arrangements for my loved one's cremation was exceptional. Kimberly took the time to listen attentively to my requests and preferences, ensuring that my requests were honored which provided comfort during an extremely difficult time. Her commitment to making the process as comfortable as possible and the way that Kimberly made me feel during the viewing made the moment even more meaningful which was evident in every aspect of the service. On the day of the cremation service, I was deeply moved by the level of professionalism and care exhibited by the entire team. Kimberly gave me grace and allowed me more time during the viewing to focus on honoring my loved one's memory. Furthermore, the staff at Skyway Memorial exhibited unwavering patience, kindness, and empathy during this difficult time. They provided a supportive environment that allowed me to express my emotions and concerns openly. Their genuine understanding and willingness to go the extra mile made a significant difference in easing my burden and navigating the process with greater ease. In conclusion, I cannot emphasize enough how grateful I am for the positive experience I had with Skyway Memorial. The new management has truly revitalized the service they provide, turning a potentially negative situation into an overwhelmingly positive one. Their dedication to customer satisfaction, coupled with their compassion and attention to detail made a lasting impression. If you find yourself hesitant to choose Skyway Memorial based on past negative reviews, I strongly encourage you to express your concerns and give them the opportunity to address them. The transformation they have undergone is truly remarkable, and their commitment to excellence in customer service is now evident. Choosing Skyway Memorial will provide you with the peace of mind and support you need during a challenging time. Thank you to all of the Skyway Memorial staff, Kimberly Myers, Sabrina, Sam, Ebony and Cindy for your exceptional service and for turning my initial concerns into a truly transformative experience. You have my deepest appreciation and highest recommendation.

We reached out to Southern Funeral Care to hold the service of my mother. While there was a bit of…read morea scheduling mix up in the beginning. The staff made sure to make it right. The set up is quite large with a lot of seating. They provide tables and podium for photos and flowers. They have a dvd video system to play a memorial video if you have one made. We did and it was lovely. There was plenty of parking as well. We are thankful for them and helping us say goodbye to such a beautiful soul.

Very professional, kind, courteous and helpful during our time of bereavement. Kevin, Linda and the…read moreushers that were there for the wake, funeral and interment were wonderful! It was also nice that one guy was Air Force as well and he had a son that was in the Army....I knew they would take care of us. Couldn't have asked for a better group of people to help my family during such a stressful time. Everything was taken care of for us and I know Dad would've been very happy with his services. Thank you!!!