Recent Obituaries
Randy, Son of the late Homer and Floy Baker, was born and raised in Nashville, Tennessee and later moved to Florida...
Read life story
Nancy Schultz July 20, 1930 — November 9, 2023 Nancy Jane Reilly Schultz died November 9th, surrounded by her...
Read life story
Dr. Laura Mae “Hollywood” Wiley, of Jacksonville, Florida passed away on Friday, November 17th, 2023. She was 67...
Read life story
Welcome
Evergreen Cemetery, Funeral Home and Crematory is owned by the not-for-profit Evergreen Cemetery Association, a locally-owned and operated company. We have been honored to serve the Jacksonville community since 1880. We welcome you to this site that contains much information about who we are, what we do and what products that we offer. Please click the links below for further information about many different topics.
If you prefer a more personal, face-to-face manner of gaining more information, we welcome you to visit us at our offices at 4535 Main Street, or by a phone call to 904-353-3649.
Further, we would welcome your questions about the great historical resource that is Evergreen.
Our fantastic historic tours are available from time-to-time during the year. Please call and let us know of your interest. If you have a group of twelve or more, we will arrange a personal tour for you and your group at a mutually agreeable time.
What We Provide
The Bitterest tears shed over graves are
for words left unsaid and deeds left undone.
– Harriet Beecher Stowe
HELPING WITH GRIEF
Grief & Healing
When Your Soulmate Dies
Grief is everything we think and feel inside after someone or something we care about is taken away from us. Grief can be sadness. Grief can be anger. Grief can
READ MOREHelping Your Family Heal After Miscarriage
Miscarriage is a Significant Loss It is normal and natural to hurt deeply after miscarriage. While others may imply or outright tell you that miscarriage happens too early on for
READ MOREHelping Children with Funerals
The Adult as Role Model and Helper A child you care about is grieving. If you, too, loved the person who died, you are now faced with the difficult but
READ MORELATEST THOUGHTS FROM
Our Blog
Cremation 101: Exploring Options and Making Informed Decisions
As our society continues to evolve and embrace new approaches to end-of-life arrangements, cremation has become an increasingly popular choice for families seeking an alternative to traditional burial. Though cremation
READ MORE
Funeral Etiquette 101: Essential Tips for Attending a Service
Attending a funeral can be an emotionally challenging experience, but understanding and adhering to proper funeral etiquette can make the process smoother and more comforting for all involved. As a
READ MORE
Green Burials: A Guide to Environmentally Friendly End-of-Life Options
In recent years, the increasing awareness of environmental sustainability has led to a growing shift in societal values, influencing decisions across various aspects of our lives, including the realm of
READ MORE