Ammen Family Cremation and Funeral Care

Ammen Family Cremation and Funeral Care in Palm Bay, Florida, has been a trusted pillar of the community for over five decades, offering compassionate and professional end-of-life services. Located at 950 Malabar Road SE, this funeral home is part of the Ammen Family Funeral Care network, a family-owned tradition that began in 1971 when George W. Ammen, Jr. founded the original Melbourne location. The Palm Bay branch opened its doors in 1984 under the name Palm Bay Funeral Home, and it was formally rebranded as Ammen Family Cremation & Funeral Care in 2011, reflecting its deep roots and commitment to personalized care.

The facility is designed to provide comfort and dignity to families during difficult times. It features a welcoming chapel, a spacious reception and event space suitable for catered gatherings, and private viewing rooms for quiet farewells. Identification viewings are available to confirm a loved one’s identity in a private setting. The funeral home is fully wheelchair accessible, with accessible entrances, parking, restrooms, and seating, and it proudly serves the LGBTQ+ community. Free on-site and street parking add convenience for visitors.

A comprehensive range of services is offered to honor diverse traditions and preferences. These include traditional burial and cremation services, funeral and memorial ceremonies, pre-planning and prepaid cremation options, celebration of life events, livestreaming for remote attendees, and aftercare grief support. Families can also arrange ash scattering assistance, order cremation urns, remembrance jewelry, or keepsakes, and utilize free online obituaries. Spanish-language services are available, and multicultural funerals are accommodated. While the Palm Bay location does not operate an on-site crematory or cemetery, cremation is handled at the Melbourne facility, and all arrangements are coordinated seamlessly by the caring staff.

Pricing is transparent, with direct cremation starting at $1,410 and simple burial starting at $1,630, not including merchandise or cemetery costs. The staff—frequently praised in reviews for their patience, kindness, and professionalism—includes individuals like Mark, Lizette, Heather, Amber, and Beverly, who guide families through every step with unhurried support. The funeral home holds a 4.6-star rating on Google from 191 reviews, a 5.0-star rating on its own site from 52 reviews, and a 4.3-star rating on Legacy.com from 46 reviews. Testimonials highlight the respectful treatment of veterans, clear communication, and thoughtful follow-up calls.

Ammen Family Cremation and Funeral Care is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with weekends available by appointment and a 24/7 answering service. For immediate assistance, families can call (321) 214-7110. With a legacy of service spanning more than 50 years, this Palm Bay funeral home continues to provide a safe, supportive environment where every family is treated with the dignity and compassion they deserve.