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.

This is based only on the Gentleman that was sent to my parents house to pick my Dad up…read more He passed away in May at home. From the moment he arrive till he left he was amazing, treated my Dad like he was alive. Very caring and sympathetic to us. He made this sad process more tolerable the whole time he was there. I would only hope everyone gets this kind of treatment. This funeral home has been in business many years from what I read. I did not deal directly with the funeral home myself. All the arrangements were made prior. When it was time to pick my Dad up we were notified he was ready. I will rate that experience in another post.

I bought a grave stone in November for a family member. I received it early and it turned out more…read morebeautiful than I could have imagined. The service I received from Linda was exceptional and the price was lower than other quotes I received from other places. She treated me with compassion and went above and beyond with my special design. From helping me load it in my car to giving me tips on future care, she went above and beyond typical expectation! Thank you Linda! I will be recommending you to others.

Now I'm ready to talk! Our little Kathleen passed two…read moreyears ago and we went to this place for her headstone. Customer service wasn't what it should be for people who are morning the loss of a loved one. We were very rushed and felt like we were pushed out the door. They have the ability to produce almost anything you ask for but the finale product doesn't hold up. I go to my daughters garden a lot and wanted it to be as special as I could possibly make it. After eight months of going, after the headstone and bench were placed, there is a long thick line down the headstone and the writing on the front of the headstone is coming off. I went back and complained. I told them that it wasn't sealed. I told them that I wasn't happy and the headstone should hold up longer than a couple of years. They were very rude and short with me. They told me that it was sealed. I don't believe them and am so not happy. After 10 months, the vase which was attached to the headstone was laying on the ground. Janice, the groundskeeper at the cemetery, who is most kind, told them and the vase was reattached. I sit in Kathleen's garden a lot, look around at the headstones which were placed around the same time and after, they all have similar problems. This company has a monopoly on this type of business, because there isn't anywhere else to go and obtain a headstone. Therefore, they can get away with selling you anything at your most vulnerable time in life. It's a shame that they are taking advantage and able to get away with it! There's nothing wrong with having a monopoly either. When people are paying for a quality product, give them the quality which they are asking for.

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.

Refuses to let immediate family visit with their passed family members. This is absolutely…read moreunacceptable.

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

This morning, our family experienced the heartbreaking loss of our father, and we entrusted Trahan…read moreFamily Funeral Home with the cremation process. During one of the most difficult days of our lives, we were met with compassion, patience, and genuine care. Jenny was absolutely incredible. She guided us through the entire cremation process with clarity and kindness, taking the time to explain every step and walk us through the options available for our father's urn. Nothing felt rushed or overwhelming. She answered our questions thoughtfully and made sure we understood our choices, allowing us to make decisions with confidence and peace of mind. What truly stood out was Jenny's compassion. Her calm presence and sincere empathy brought comfort to us when we needed it most. It was clear she wasn't just doing a job, she genuinely cared. Thank you so much!

My grandfather died in 1996, and his date of death has yet to be added to his headstone. I have…read morecalled numerous times,(No one ever answers), and the family has called numerous times and has given up on going in person. This is unsatisfactory for a multi war veteran. To whom do we need to speak in order to rectify this issue?!

Janice was so great in meeting my needs. She helps to make things so easy with her compassion.read more

McLaughlin Twin Cities Funeral Home has been great to my family and I during our time of loss. We…read moreespecially want to thank DJ Gallardo for her special attention and detail.