Dobbs Funeral Home

Dobbs Cremation & Funeral Services, also known as Dobbs Funeral Home, is a family-owned and operated funeral home that has been proudly serving the Orlando and West Orange County communities since 1989. Founded by licensed funeral director Douglas Dobbs, who has served families since 1979, the funeral home is now a multi-generational business with his son Brandon Dobbs working alongside him. Located at 430 North Kirkman Road in Orlando, Florida, the funeral home provides a comfortable and accessible facility that includes an onsite chapel, wheelchair accessible entrance and parking, and ample on-site parking for guests.

Dobbs Funeral Home is committed to providing professional service with a personal touch. The dedicated staff, led by Administrator Judithann C. McKnight, treats every family with compassion and respect, never as a number. They offer a comprehensive range of services to honor loved ones, including traditional burial services, cremation services, and personalized memorial options. Families can work with the staff to create fitting, memorable, and affordable services that reflect the unique life of the deceased. The funeral home also offers pre-need arrangements, allowing individuals to plan ahead and ease the burden on their loved ones, as well as a prepayment plan for financial flexibility. Financial assistance is available for those in need.

Beyond immediate funeral arrangements, Dobbs Funeral Home provides extensive support resources. They offer grief support materials, guidance on making arrangements, funeral etiquette advice, and information on Social Security benefits. A special focus is placed on honoring veterans, with dedicated pages for veterans overview, headstones, and burial flags. The firm also provides an obituary notification email list and an online obituary section to keep the community informed about recent services.

Douglas Dobbs brings a wealth of experience and education to his practice. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Biological Science and Psychology from Purdue University and a graduate degree in Mortuary Science from Worsham College in Chicago. He has studied the funeral customs of major religions, including Protestant, Catholic, Hindu, and Buddhist faiths, ensuring respectful services for all backgrounds. Additionally, Mr. Dobbs has been an active leader in the Boy Scouts of America for over 21 years, supervising numerous Eagle Scout ceremonies, including that of his son Brandon. The funeral home has consistently earned trust, reflected in its 4.3-star rating from 24 reviews on Google Maps, and continues to be a pillar of compassionate care in the Orlando area.