FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED · NORTH FLORIDA

When it Matters Most,
Our Family is by Your Side.

A local team that shares your community, dedicated to caring for your family when it matters most.

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A DEATH HAS OCCURRED

We'll guide you through every step right now.

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A DEATH IS NEAR

Reach out so we can begin caring for your family.

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TALK TO SOMEONE NOW

A real person answers - day or night.

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FIND AN OBITUARY

Search tributes across all our locations.

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A DEATH HAS OCCURRED

We'll guide you through every step right now.

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A DEATH IS NEAR

Reach out so we can begin caring for your family.

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TALK TO SOMEONE NOW

A real person answers - day or night.

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FIND AN OBITUARY

Search tributes across all our locations.

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A DEATH HAS OCCURRED

We'll guide you through every step right now.

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A DEATH IS NEAR

Reach out so we can begin caring for your family.

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TALK TO SOMEONE NOW

A real person answers - day or night.

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FIND AN OBITUARY

Search tributes across all our locations.

FIND A LOCATION NEAR YOU

Our Locations

Please select your local chapel for immediate assistance

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Forest Meadows Funeral Home & Cemeteries

725 NW 23rd Ave., Gainesville , FL 32609, United States


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Jones-Gallagher Funeral Home

Starke · Green Cove Springs · Keystone


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Moloney-Hewell Funeral Home & Cremation Services

4140 University Blvd S., Jacksonville , FL 32216, United States


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Evans Carter Funeral Home

220 High Springs Main St, High Springs, FL 32643


How May We Serve You Today?

Beyond locating a physical chapel, our team is equipped to support you in every facet of your journey. Explore our primary resources below.

A DEATH HAS OCCURRED

We'll guide you through every step, right now.

A DEATH IS NEAR

Reach out so we can begin caring for your family.

START PLANNING AHEAD

Plan ahead today for your family's peace of mind.

FIND AN OBITUARY

Visit our tributes to support a local family.

Cared for by our family, every step of the way

Our family owns and operates its own crematories. Your loved one is never placed in the care of an outside company. From the first call to the day they are returned to you, they remain with the people you trusted.

Close to home

Your loved one stays nearby, with a local team who knows your community.

Personally overseen

Our licensed staff attend to every detail with dignity and respect.

Our promise

We will care for your loved one as if they were part of our own family.

WHY FAMILIES CHOOSE US

A Family-Owned Approach to Meaningful Care

We believe family ownership creates a better experience for the families we serve. It allows us to lead with heart, stay connected to our communities, and provide care that feels personal from beginning to end. 

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Family-Owned Leadership


Our funeral homes are led by people who live and work in the communities we serve. That means personal guidance, local accountability, and care are centered on every family.

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Connected Locations, Stronger Support


Our locations work together to provide experienced staff, shared resources, and dependable support. This allows us to serve families efficiently while maintaining personal attention.

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Faster Response, When it Matters


A coordinated team means quicker answers, smoother arrangements, and support available whenever you call. We are prepared to help, day or night.

––– PLANNING AHEAD, FINDING PEACE

Every Life Leaves a Unique Path, and Every Story Deserves to Be Protected.

Bring Comfort to Tomorrow, Starting Today

From mapping out time-honored traditional services to designing a relaxed, custom celebration of life—pre-planning ensures your wishes are known, and your family is protected. Taking this step today is a profound act of love that brings immense peace of mind for tomorrow, all handled right here in our peaceful country home.


Our family would be truly honored to sit down and guide you through your choices at your very own pace, with absolutely no pressure. Tell us a bit about how we can help you prepare for the future, and a member of our family will reach out to connect.

Begin Pre-Planning Today

HERE FOR YOU EVERY STEP OF THE WAY

Fully Equipped to Care for Your Family

Through our own funeral homes, crematories, and cemeteries, we provide complete care under one trusted name. No matter what your family’s wishes or needs may be, our dedicated team is fully equipped and completely committed to honoring your story with the utmost care.

WHAT WE OFFER

Services for Every family.

Whether your family chooses cremation, burial, or a celebration of life, we'll help you honor your loved one with dignity and care — all in one place.

Cremation

Simple, dignified cremation services with our own on-site crematory and full transparency on pricing.

Celebration of Life

A meaningful tribute that honors a life well-lived, personalized to your family's wishes.

Burial & Cemetery

Traditional burial, tribute center niches, and memorial gardens featuring in-person visitation.

WHO WE ARE

This Work is Personal to Us

At Family Owned Funeral Group, caring for families is at the heart of everything we do. Our entire team and family are here to serve you, working as one across all our neighborhoods to treat every family with the honor and kindness they deserve.


We invest in the people who make this work possible, fostering a community where empathy and local roots are always the highest priority. It would be a privilege and an honor for our family to care for yours.


If you have any questions or need immediate assistance, please call us. We are here to help.

— PLAN AHEAD

A Final Gift of Love: Planning Ahead for Those You Leave Behind.

Planning ahead replaces worry with a clear path forward, so your family won't have to second-guess your wishes when it matters most.

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Memorial keepsakes

Keeping Their Memory Within Reach.

Every family has a story written in the small details. Our personalized keepsakes turn a unique touch into a timeless treasure, so no matter the distance, your loved one is always right there with you.


  • Hold them close — a tangible way to keep your favorite memories within reach.
  • A unique legacy — preserve the one-of-a-kind signature of the person you cherish.
  • A gift for generations — create a lasting reminder of the bonds that define your family.

Cherished Memories on Display: Glass-Front Niches

We believe a memorial should be as vibrant as the life it honors. Our glass-front niches provide a secure, gentle home for your loved one, while giving your family the freedom to surround them with meaningful treasures. It’s more than a niche; it’s a lasting, luminous tribute built for quiet moments and lasting love.


To inquire about availability or schedule a private viewing of our glass-front niches, please call our cemetery team directly at (352) 376-9552.

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THE SCATTERING GARDEN

A Dedicated Place of Remembrance

The Scattering Garden at Forest Meadows Central provides a peaceful and dignified final resting place for those who have chosen cremation. Surrounded by the beauty and tranquility of the cemetery grounds, the garden offers families a permanent place to remember, reflect, and honor someone they love.


Rather than keeping cremated remains at home or scattering them in a location that may change or become inaccessible over time, the Scattering Garden provides the security of a dedicated cemetery setting. Families can return to the cemetery for generations, creating a lasting connection to their loved one. This combination of cremation flexibility with a permanent place of remembrance is one of the principal benefits of cemetery scattering gardens.

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Discover Aquamation

A peaceful, eco-friendly alternative available alongside traditional cremation.

  • Eco-Friendly & Energy Efficient: Cuts energy use by up to 90% while releasing zero smoke or greenhouse gases.


  • A Peaceful, Natural Journey: A gentle method that many find deeply harmonious with the natural world.



  • Familiar Ways to Honor Your Loved One: You still have access to all standard memorial options, including visitations, gatherings, and ceremonies.

STAY CONNECTED

Our Upcoming Services & Community Tributes

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Current Obituaries

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Forest Meadows Funeral Home

Gainesville, FL

(352) 378-2528

Jones-Gallagher Funeral Home

Starke · Green Cove Springs -Keystone

(904) 284-9696

Moloney-Hewell Funeral Home

Jacksonville, FL

(904) 737-4855

Evans Carter Funeral Home

High Springs, FL

(386) 454-2444

Forest Meadows Cemeteries

Our Three Cemetery Locations to Serve You

Not Sure Which Location?

We can help you find the right home for your family.

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