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Hillsborough’s Trusted Provider Of Funerals, Cremations & Burials Services

"Serenity Meadows is the only full-service funeral home in Eastern Hillsborough County that provides personalized accommodations. Our focus is on families, not profits."

Of the many arrangements made after losing a loved one, the first is the selection of a funeral home. Our staff can help create a beautiful tribute and provide guidance and suggestions on the many decisions made when planning a funeral, cremation, memorial, celebration of life, and/or burial service.

We take pride in meeting the specific, and sometimes unique, needs of each and every family. Please use our website to learn about the funeral, cremation and permanent memorialization services we offer, as well as our pre-planning and grief support resources.


If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us anytime. We are here to help you!


Plan Ahead

Advanced planning is a thoughtful and considerate act that your loved ones will truly appreciate when the time comes.
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Customized Tributes

Customizing the service for your loved one allows you to truly honor their memory with unique and personalized details.
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Testimonials

Had the pleasure of working with Rico for pre-planning of my final arrangements. He was kind and knowledgeable, walking through all of my options and patiently answering all questions I had. I highly recommend this facility and its staff.

Laura G

April '21

Kalyn Dukes was a pleasure to work with to create our plan for our final resting place at Serenity Meadows. She was very kind, knowledgable and friendly throughout the entire process and made us feel very comfortable with no pressure. Thanks Kalyn!

Jeffrey B

March '21

One of the nicest facility and very flexible to meet your funeral process. Staff is exceptionally well train to go above and beyond. We had to do funeral and cremation with Indian ritual amid of covid crisis with several limitation under safety guideline of local and Florida health dept. , Anna (funeral Director) was very accommodating to our family for entire process. I admire the management and entire team with sincere appreciation how they manage during the pandemic.

J Patel

July '20

Everyone was friendly, Allen was exceptional. He always put my mind at ease with my questions, going through this for the first time I would highly recommend Serenity Meadows

Carolyn B

June '20

My husband died in January 2009. The funeral director at that time could not have been more compassionate. He worked with me in conjunction with my Church and spared nothing! I would recommend Serenity Meadows to any family for their needs at such a vulnerable time. I have already prearranged my own funeral with Serenity.

Rita J

April '20

This was my first experience with a funeral home. I was beyond impressed with Serenity Meadows. Most of my dealings were with Jennifer & Ana but every staff member was very kind and courteous. I can hardly find the words to express how pleased I was with their kindness, compassion, and professionalism.
Jennifer handled all the funeral arrangements and was very accommodating and helpful. I was very appreciative of the way Ana handled the cremation process, telling us exactly what to expect. They handled my mother's body with the utmost dignity and respect. I highly recommend them!

Meg W

June '19

Wonderful place and even better people! Would recommend to anybody. Celebration of Life is awesome! They (Serenity) help people in the hardest times and make it a very memorable experience. Thank you!

Parker F

January '19

Nothing but nice things to say about these folks. Jeanie was so sweet helping us pick plots, and Jennifer handled the arrangements. They were kind, supportive, and helped us keep the expenses fair. I was very worried because it seems to be a business that has some unscrupulous folks. That was not the case here. They were very open and honest, and the facility was great.

Allyson V

August '16

My parents are buried there. The staff went above and beyond. Absolutely amazing with customer service.

Marie W

July '16

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Alice Lankford
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Alice Agnes
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1928 - 2017
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The lighting of a Memorial Candle not only provides a gesture of sympathy and support to the immediate family during their time of need but also provides the gift of extending the Book of Memories for future generations.

Tips on Writing a Message of Condolence

You may not know exactly what you want to say in your Book of Memories™ condolence message. In fact, this may be the first time you've ever been faced with sharing your feelings or offering comforting words to someone who is grieving a loss. Whether it's the first time, or the fifth, we're here to offer some assistance. We've compiled some tips, and brought together a list of expressive words you can use in your condolences.

Tip #1: Be sincere. It's important to mean what you say, on the deepest emotional level. Yes, we know, "saying what you mean" can be harder - that's why we're here.

Tip #2: Keep it simple. You don't need to say much more than "I'm sorry for you loss," yet it's always wonderful to share a personal memory of their loved one, if you have one.

Tip #3: Don't tell them you know how they feel. Because you can't really know; even if you've endured the loss of a loved one in the past - your grief was yours, and this is theirs.

Tip #4: Share how you felt when you heard the news. Perhaps you were shocked, disbelieving, or deeply saddened. Let them know how the passing affected you personally.

Tip #5: Share Remind them that you will always hold the memory of their loved one close to you. It will be a comfort to them to know that their loved one will be remembered.

A Short List of Appropriate Phrases:

  • Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
  • Please accept my condolences on the loss of your partner.
  • With deepest sympathy for your loss.
  • Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
  • Please know our loving thoughts embrace you each and every day.
  • Thinking of you in these difficult times and sending you love.
  • With heartfelt condolences.
  • Wishing you comfort at this sorrowful time.
  • Sharing in your sorrow, thinking of you and wishing I could be there
  • to hold your hand.
  • May the love of those around you, help you through the days ahead.
  • Hold tight to memories for comfort.
  • Lean on your friends for strength, and always remember how much you are cared about.
  • As you comprehend this profound loss, let yourself cry knowing each tear is a note of love rising to the heavens.
  • Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
  • Peace, prayers and blessings.
  • Words cannot even begin to express our sorrow.
  • You are in our prayers.
  • May your memories give you strength.
  • Remember that we love and care about you.
  • May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead.

After writing and posting a message of condolence to the family, you may also wish to make a memorial donation as a tribute to their loved one, or send flowers to the family home or memorial service. However you choose to express your concern and pay tribute, please know this: it will be deeply appreciated.

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Find An Obituary

Help remember your loved one with a thoughtful memorial, honoring the story of their life and family, as well as obtain details on their funeral arrangements. Click below to view our obituary listing.

View All Obituaries

Join the Mailing List

When an obituary is published to our site, we will notify you by email. This service is free, and you may unsubscribe at any time.
View All Obituaries Join Our Mailing List
a fire hydrant in front of a house
a view of a living room filled with furniture and a large window
a large lawn in front of a house
a room filled with furniture on top of a wooden floor

Hillsborough’s Trusted Provider Of Funerals, Cremations & Burials Services

"Serenity Meadows is the only full-service funeral home in Eastern Hillsborough County that provides personalized accommodations. Our focus is on families, not profits."

Of the many arrangements made after losing a loved one, the first is the selection of a funeral home. Our staff can help create a beautiful tribute and provide guidance and suggestions on the many decisions made when planning a funeral, cremation, memorial, celebration of life, and/or burial service.

We take pride in meeting the specific, and sometimes unique, needs of each and every family. Please use our website to learn about the funeral, cremation and permanent memorialization services we offer, as well as our pre-planning and grief support resources.


If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us anytime. We are here to help you!


Plan Ahead

Advanced planning is a thoughtful and considerate act that your loved ones will truly appreciate when the time comes.
Learn More

Customized Tributes

Customizing the service for your loved one allows you to truly honor their memory with unique and personalized details.
Learn More

Testimonials

Had the pleasure of working with Rico for pre-planning of my final arrangements. He was kind and knowledgeable, walking through all of my options and patiently answering all questions I had. I highly recommend this facility and its staff.

Laura G

April '21

Kalyn Dukes was a pleasure to work with to create our plan for our final resting place at Serenity Meadows. She was very kind, knowledgable and friendly throughout the entire process and made us feel very comfortable with no pressure. Thanks Kalyn!

Jeffrey B

March '21

One of the nicest facility and very flexible to meet your funeral process. Staff is exceptionally well train to go above and beyond. We had to do funeral and cremation with Indian ritual amid of covid crisis with several limitation under safety guideline of local and Florida health dept. , Anna (funeral Director) was very accommodating to our family for entire process. I admire the management and entire team with sincere appreciation how they manage during the pandemic.

J Patel

July '20

Everyone was friendly, Allen was exceptional. He always put my mind at ease with my questions, going through this for the first time I would highly recommend Serenity Meadows

Carolyn B

June '20

My husband died in January 2009. The funeral director at that time could not have been more compassionate. He worked with me in conjunction with my Church and spared nothing! I would recommend Serenity Meadows to any family for their needs at such a vulnerable time. I have already prearranged my own funeral with Serenity.

Rita J

April '20

This was my first experience with a funeral home. I was beyond impressed with Serenity Meadows. Most of my dealings were with Jennifer & Ana but every staff member was very kind and courteous. I can hardly find the words to express how pleased I was with their kindness, compassion, and professionalism.
Jennifer handled all the funeral arrangements and was very accommodating and helpful. I was very appreciative of the way Ana handled the cremation process, telling us exactly what to expect. They handled my mother's body with the utmost dignity and respect. I highly recommend them!

Meg W

June '19

Wonderful place and even better people! Would recommend to anybody. Celebration of Life is awesome! They (Serenity) help people in the hardest times and make it a very memorable experience. Thank you!

Parker F

January '19

Nothing but nice things to say about these folks. Jeanie was so sweet helping us pick plots, and Jennifer handled the arrangements. They were kind, supportive, and helped us keep the expenses fair. I was very worried because it seems to be a business that has some unscrupulous folks. That was not the case here. They were very open and honest, and the facility was great.

Allyson V

August '16

My parents are buried there. The staff went above and beyond. Absolutely amazing with customer service.

Marie W

July '16