Southern Mississippi Funeral Services

6631 Washington Avenue

Ocean Springs, MS 39564

Phone: (228) 872-3637

Fax: (228) 872-3638

Email: contactus@smfs.us

Immediate Need

If you have immediate need of our services, we're available for you 24 hours a day.

Pre-Arrangement

A gift to your family, sparing them hard decisions at an emotional time.

Obituaries & Tributes

It is not always possible to pay respects in person, so we hope that this small token will help.

Crescent Memorial

Southern Mississippi Funeral Services is proud to offer Crescent Memorial's line of products. Please contact us to register to view our catalog.

Guidance

Beyond the planning process there are a number of items that need to be considered for those either planning or attending a funeral or memorial service. The pages below help detail what you should expect from the meetings with the funeral home, what sort of documentation you should prepare for these meetings, and also a task list of items to be sure you take care of after the funeral. We hope you find these resources helpful and if you have any questions don’t hesitate to give us a call at .

What to Expect Before, During and After the Funeral

Are you uncomfortable about making funeral arrangements? There's nothing to be concerned about, and we hope these informative articles can put your mind at ease.

Funeral Etiquette

If you're attending a funeral service and wonder what you should wear, say or do; and really want to learn more about the basics of funeral etiquette, this information will help.

Legal & Estate Guidance

The passing of a family member brings more than sorrow; it also brings many legal issues to the foreground. The information provided here can guide you in dealing with legalities.

Writing a Eulogy and Obituary

Are you preparing a loved one's eulogy or obituary? We know many people are uncomfortable with the tasks involved; that's why we've shared these valuable guidelines.

Frequently Asked Questions on Funeral Services

Most people have had little experience and know very little about funeral ceremonies. If you've got questions about what makes a funeral ceremony, or how a funeral service differs from a celebration-of-life or memorial service, you'll find the answers here.

Obituaries