Kent Forest Lawn Funeral Home
2403 Harrison Ave, Panama City, FL, 32405
Questions to Ask When You Call
You're not expected to know this. These questions help you compare and avoid surprises.
“Can I see your General Price List?”
Federal law (FTC Funeral Rule) requires them to give you itemized pricing. You have every right to ask.
“Do you accept insurance assignment?”
This means they bill the insurance company directly. You don't pay thousands upfront and wait to be reimbursed.
“What's included vs. what's extra?”
Packages may not include everything. Ask about the casket, embalming, transportation, facility fees, and death certificate copies.
Know Your Rights
The FTC Funeral Rule protects you. Every funeral home must provide an itemized General Price List if you ask — in person or over the phone. You are never required to buy a package and can choose services individually. You also have the right to use a casket purchased elsewhere.
Payment & Financial Options
Average in Florida
$2,495 – $7,848
Source: NFDA 2023 · Direct cremation to traditional burial
If they had life insurance, it can cover this
Funerals in this area run $2,495–$7,848. If your loved one had a life insurance policy, the benefit can cover these costs — and we'll file the claim and handle the carrier for you, even without the policy number. $0 upfront, and nothing if it doesn't pay out.
Services Offered
Business Hours
What Families Say
“All the folks at Kent Funeral Home went out of their way to make the service for my wife Linda Cox-Peters on 16 June 25 a memorable experience. Kind and helpful in every way. Provided their social room for a visit with our family and friends after the service. Provided coffee, tea and water at no charge. Even would have provided cookies 🍪 if we would have known. John Webb and Caitlin went over and above offering help from the beginning to the end of the service and follow up offering assistance if needed. My thanks for their caring and outstanding attitude during this trying time. 🙏🙏🙏”
— Duane Peters
“During this most difficult time in our lives, we were thankful that we chose Kent Forest for our family member services. We had several people recommend Kent Forest Funeral due to their reputation of having respect and commitment to the entire family. From the very start of this process, the staff, Yerania Torres and Michael Gladden made us feel like family and most of all gave us peace and confidence that they would be there for us till the end and they were! Always answering questions and helping us go over the process in detail until we felt relief and peace about our decisions. Due to his attention to details, professionalism and always being available, Michael made us feel like we were his only client. I highly recommend Kent Forest Funeral. Melissa C.”
— Melissa Culpepper
“During a very difficult time, Kent Forest offered me information, guidance, and comfort. Michael Gladden was exceptional from our first meeting until everything was finalized. He was there for me with expertise through all of the paperwork and directing the final service. Michael’s care and compassion is evident as he performed his duties. I am very pleased with Kent Forest Lawn and the service they provided.”
— Tommye Lou Richardson
We can help with what comes next.
We file the life insurance claim and recover unclaimed property — the payout can help cover costs like these. $0 upfront.
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