Northwood Funeral Home & Crematory

In 1950, Mizell-Faville-Zern Funeral Homes established the Northwood Chapel. At that time, no funeral home existed north of the downtown West Palm Beach corridor, and the population was growing. Northwood Chapel was opened to better serve that community.

After returning from his tour of duty during the Korean Conflict, Ernie Gagnon came to work at Northwood Chapel in 1957, and in 1968, purchased the funeral home, keeping the name of Northwood Funeral Home.As the communities of Singer Island, Lake Park, Palm Beach Gardens, and North Palm Beach grew, so did Northwood's business.

Northwood Funeral Home & Crematory is situated on U.S. Highway 1 (Broadway), in West Palm Beach. Originally built as a private residence, it was turned into a funeral home in 1950, to better serve the needs of the northern communities. Designed in the Mediterranean style, we have created and atmosphere unlike any other funeral home in the area, and we strive to maintain the building with the highest standards in mind.

We understand that making the many decisions which come at a time of loss can be difficult. We offer our support by providing you with two options as you consider making immediate arrangements. With online Arrangements, you can take your time to select the arrangements which are best for your preferences and budget.

Funerals have been a part of the grieving process since the beginning of human history because they help us move from life before death to life after death. The graphic below illustrates the impact of the benefits of a funeral and can help you begin the healing process. A funeral service can mark the significance of the life that was lived.

For centuries, funerals have helped us say goodbye. No matter what kind of funeral ceremony you are planning, it helps to understand the parts of a meaningful funeral. Each element serves a unique purpose and plays an important role. When you put the elements together, you create a ceremony deserving of the special life that was lived.