Florida Mortuary Services

05/28/2023

We have all worked hard toward our Veterans Funeral Specialist certification and we look forward to helping families in even more ways. Call us today for answers to all your Veterans’ benefits questions.

We are pleased to announce that Florida Mortuary in Tampa, Florida is now a certified Veterans Funeral Specialist (VFS) provider!
Funeral and cremation providers that have earned VFS designation understand the tremendous sacrifice our veterans and their families have made. Each Veterans Funeral Specialist (VFS) location team is trained and certified to help Veterans and family members secure available benefits, awards, certificates, and financial assistance. Find this and all locations here: https://www.veteransfuneralspecialist.com/locations/

12/20/2021

As Christmas and New Years come upon us, it is important to remember that though holidays are joyful for most, for many, it is a reminder of the loved ones that are no longer with us. Because of this, many people feel lonely, sad, or find it difficult to get into the holiday spirit like they once did. If you or someone you know is grieving a loved one during the holidays, you can help ease some pain by honoring old traditions that bring you joy, creating new traditions, or even giving back to those in need.

To read more about how you can cope with the loss of a loved one during the holiday season, go to: https://sharelife.com/grieving-a-loved-one-during-the-holidays/.

Grieving a Loved One During the Holidays After losing someone we love, it can sometimes be difficult to experience joyful moments without them. While the holiday season can bring back memories of beautiful times you spent together, it also reminds us that they are no longer with us. After losing som...

12/18/2021

Every year, the third Saturday of December is known as National Wreaths Across America Day. It is on this day that Wreaths Across America coordinates wreath­-laying ceremonies at more than 2,500 locations across the United States, at sea and abroad, to remember our fallen U.S. Veterans, honor those who serve, and teach children the value of freedom.

If you would like to sponsor a wreath, volunteer, donate, find a location near you, or learn more about National Wreaths Across America Day, please visit, www.wreathsacrossamerica.org.

12/12/2021

The second Sunday of every December is known as Worldwide Candle Lighting Day. On this day, family and friends around the globe come together in lighting candles for 1 hour to honor the children that we have lost and support those that have lost a child. Hundreds of formal candle lighting events are held, and thousands of informal candle lightings are conducted in homes, as families gather in quiet remembrance of children who have died and will never be forgotten.

To find a ceremony near you, attend a ceremony virtually, or learn more about Worldwide Candle Lighting Day, please visit, www.compassionatefriends.org/wcl/.

12/10/2021

Q: “What is the difference between a Durable Power of Attorney and a Health Care Proxy?”

There are two documents that can give authority to your loved ones to make health care related decisions for you: a health care proxy and a durable power of attorney. While similar in allowing your loved one to make decisions on your behalf, there are subtle differences between durable power of attorney vs health care proxy. While an agent under a health care proxy can make decisions on your behalf, your attorney-in-fact has the legal capabilities to make financial decisions on your behalf. Both titles can be held by a single individual, but if they are held by two separate people, there may be more gray area when making a decision.

To learn more about the differences between a Durable Power of Attorney and a Health Care Proxy and what is best for you, please visit https://sharelife.com/durable-power-of-attorney-vs-health-care-proxy/.

Durable Power of Attorney vs Health Care Proxy When it comes to your end-of-life arrangements, there’s a lot to think about. One of your worries might be leaving behind directions for your end-of-life care in case you aren’t able to make the decisions yourself. When it comes to your end-of-life ...

12/03/2021

Finding unique and loving ways to include lost loved ones in the holiday festivities can help us find joy in the celebrations. Decorating a memorial that reminds you of your loved one is a beautiful way to honor them this season. Consider crafting a holiday ornament, photo garland, memory jar, family recipe cards, or anything that brings you comfort. We’ve linked a Pinterest board below with inspiration to help guide you.

https://www.pinterest.com/ShareLifeExperiences/holiday-memorial-ideas

11/30/2021

The first Tuesday after Thanksgiving is known as Giving Tuesday. On this day, to get into the holiday spirit, people are encouraged to give back to their community by volunteering at local shelters, donating to nonprofit organizations, or by simply showing kindness to a fellow stranger. How will you give back today?

To learn more about Giving Tuesday and how you can participate, please visit: https://www.givingtuesday.org/united-states/

11/28/2021

We would like to take a moment to wish our families a very Happy Hanukkah!

"Hanukkah," which means “dedication,” is the festival that commemorates the purification and rededication of the Temple following the Greek occupation of that holy place. Today, the holiday reminds Jews to rededicate themselves to keeping alive the flame of Jewish religion, culture, and peoplehood so that it may be passed on to the next generation."

To learn more about the story of Hanukkah, visit https://reformjudaism.org/jewish-holidays/hanukkah/history-hanukkah-story

11/25/2021

With each passing day, especially today, it is important to take a moment to appreciate the things that we have, gather with the people that we love and remember those who we have lost. If this is your or someone you knows first Thanksgiving without a certain loved one, there are ways that you can celebrate the holiday as well as honor them. You can cook their favorite recipes, watch one of their favorite movies, or even share some of your favorite memories with them with other family members and friends. Holidays without this special person may not be the same but you can still connect with them by keeping their traditions and stories alive. We are so thankful for all our families and we hope you have a very Happy Thanksgiving with those you love most.

To learn more ways to honor a lost loved one this holiday season, please read the article, "Honoring & Remembering This Fall - ShareLife," here: https://sharelife.com/honoring-remembering-this-fall/

Honoring & Remembering This Fall As the weather cools down and we begin to make plans for holidays with our families, it can be hard not to miss those who are no longer with us. As the weather cools down and we begin to make plans for holidays with our families, it can be hard not to miss those who....

11/19/2021

Q: What funeral benefits are available to Veteran families?

As a veteran, you and your family may be eligible for certain benefits, including funeral benefits. Some of these benefits may include VA burial allowance for burial and funeral costs, VA plot or interment allowance for the cost of the gravesite or interment, and more. To find out if you are eligible and to learn more about the possible benefits and how to receive them, please visit: https://sharelife.com/what-funeral-benefits-are-available-to-veteran-families/

What funeral benefits are available to Veteran families? If you or your loved one is a veteran, you are likely eligible for certain funeral benefits. The government provides these benefits to help defray the cost of funeral services. If you qualify for assistance, you may be able to apply for burial...

11/11/2021

Thank you to all the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Your strength and sacrifice to protect us every day will forever and always be appreciated. Happy Veteran's Day!

11/01/2021

In honor of Día de los Mu***os on October 31 - November 2, we would like to take a moment to share the meaning and significance of the holiday.

10/31/2021

We would like to witch all of our families a very Happy Halloween! We hope you have a spook-tacular day!

10/29/2021

Q: "What are some ways to remember a life?"

Many people mourn the loss of a loved one in different ways. In the Remembering a Life blog post titled "There Are Countless Ways To Remember a Life," the author shares her own story of losing her partner and the various ways she grieves. One of the rituals that she does is to keep a memory jar of all his words of encouragement and qualities he used to say about her so that she could always look back at them if she ever needed a reminder of how he felt about her. The rituals you choose depend on what you feel most comfortable with and what you think would help you the most during your healing process. Everyone grieves in their own way, so you have to find the one that feels right for you.

To read more about the different ways to remember a life, please visit: https://www.rememberingalife.com/blog/there-are-countless-ways-to-remember-a-life

On the anniversary of A’s passing, I found myself sitting on a blanket facing the beautiful white cross that marks the sacred ground that now holds hi

10/20/2021

Have you ever wanted to honor a loved one's life but in a unique way? A ShareLife event allows families to celebrate life through the use of a video projection system that features video themes, picture-in-picture, music, and more. Using this technology, exclusively for the ShareLife experience, you can see your loved one's passions and memories come to life.

If you're interested in ShareLife and would like to learn more, go to: https://sharelife.com/celebrating-in-a-larger-than-life-way/

Celebrating in a Larger-Than-Life Way When you step in to a ShareLife event, you’re surrounded by the memories of your loved one in a truly unique way. Walking into a life celebration, you may have certain preconceived notions. Very rarely do you expect to be wowed by what you see. You might be to...

10/15/2021

In light of October 15th being National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day, we would like to take a moment to honor those lives lost to miscarriage, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, stillbirth, the death of a newborn, and more. If you know someone that has experienced a pregnancy or infant loss, be there for them by reflecting and honoring their loss with them and giving them the love and support they need to process and recover.

10/10/2021

After the amount of isolation and loss we've endured over the last year and a half, it is even more important to take care of your mental health. In honor of World Mental Health Day on October 10th, spend some time participating in activities that would better your mind and body. Whether it's going for a walk, reading a book, or even writing down your thoughts in a journal, make sure to take some time out of your day to focus on yourself and take a break from every day stresses.

To learn more about World Mental Health Day and for resources to help keep you mentally healthy, go to: https://www.who.int/news-room/feature-stories/mental-well-being-resources-for-the-public

10/09/2021

The goal of World Hospice and Palliative Care Day is to show the importance of palliative care and to improve the quality of life for people affected by serious health problems. The theme for this year is "Leave no-one behind - equity in access to palliative care" which means that no matter who you are and where you live, you should always have access to palliative care.

To learn more about World Hospice and Palliative Care Day and how you can advocate for palliative care, please visit: http://www.thewhpca.org/world-hospice-and-palliative-care-day