Why Us


1. Onsite Cremation

Your loved one never leaves our care. In St. Petersburg there are only 3 funeral homes that have their own onsite cremation space and we are the only one that is family owned. We built our cremation facility in 2008 and it is a separate building with over 2400 square feet. Our cremation building allows for families to witness the cremation or view the facility in advance if requested.

2. Family Owned & Operated

We are the only Funeral home in St. Petersburg that is family owned and operated that has an onsite crematory. Our Funeral home is run by our amazing staff and owned by Daniel Driscoll. Every one of our Funeral Directors have the authority to make decisions and make sure your funeral is preformed to your individual needs.

3. One Family One Chapel Rule

We believe in only allowing one family at a time at our facility. We feel this provides the best experience for the family.

4. Seating and Parking for 120 People

We have the ability to park and accommodate 120 guests. Our property is on 1.5 acres and this allows us the privacy and accommodations necessary to fit small to large funeral needs.

5. Four Licensed Funeral Directors at Our Location

When you call you will not have to wait to speak with a funeral director because we have 4 licensed funeral directors on staff to answer your questions. At the time of your service you will also have seasoned professionals handling your service. We have over 100 years combined Funeral experience at our location.

6. Picturesque Grounds

Our property is 4,700 square feet located on 1.5 acres in St. Petersburg FL. The location is off a quiet street on 30th Ave north right next to US 19 and covered with beautiful mature oak trees. Our location is convenient yet totally peaceful and calming. Our location is designed to start the healing process for your loved one.

7. Catering to Religious Needs

We will cater to all special requests because we are family owned and we care. We can make quick decisions to make your funeral meet your specific needs. Need anything? Ask one of our Funeral directors. We aim to please.

8. Our Funeral Directors Do Not Make Commission

Our goal is to make your funeral exactly how you want it to be. We train our Funeral directors to give you all the options and let you make the choices. We strongly believe in a no pressure approach to the funeral industry.

9. Casual and Relaxing Intake Environment

We have all of our Funeral directors dress casual if we do not have a service going on. We want everyone to be comfortable and we feel this shows our no pressure non salesmen approach to the industry.

10. No Catering Restrictions

You can bring your own food and beverages to our facility with no charge.

11. Pets Are Welcome

As long as all the parties in your funeral are okay with pets so are we.

12. Onsite Care Taker

Our employee Beth lives on property to make sure your loved one is always looked after even after hours.

13. Transparent Prices

We have all of our prices on our website. If you have any pricing questions please feel free to call and ask. No one has to come in to our business to get a price quote on any service.

14. One Call Does it All

We will handle everything once you call our Funeral home including all necessary paperwork.

15. We Will Come to You to Plan Arrangements

We will come to meet you at your home or church to plan your service if you prefer, at no additional cost. We know the grieving process can be hard and we are willing to do anything to make it easier.

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