Offering Comfort to You & Your Loved Ones

We're here to support in times of need.

Your Loved One's

We're here to help their memory live on...

Welcome to Milam Funeral & Cremation

Why Choose Milam?

Choosing a funeral home is a significant decision. At Milam Funeral and Cremation Services, we take pride in being a family-owned and operated business since 1926, spanning three generations. It's crucial to select a funeral home and director you trust during the challenging time of a loved one's passing. Our compassionate, non-commission-driven professionals ensure every family receives dignified and respectful service without sales pressure.


When you choose our services, you can expect personalized arrangements with a licensed funeral director, access to our parlor for a private viewing, and efficient handling of paperwork, including death certificates and cremated remains. Our funeral planning team caters to various needs, offering customization to reflect the deceased's personality, veteran resources, military honors, and more. Serving Gainesville, Alachua, Newberry, and surrounding communities, we aim to be a trusted presence for families in times of need. Whether you're considering preplanning or facing an immediate loss, contact our experienced staff. Making the right choice for a compassionate and understanding funeral director is crucial, and our team is here for you. For immediate assistance, call us anytime, any day.

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We Honor Our Military & First Responders

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We Prioritize Your Needs, Not Sales

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4 Generations of Funeral Service Professionals

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In Loving Memory of Marcus Milam

Forever in our hearts and community.

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With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved owner, Marcus Milam. His unwavering dedication, kindness, and leadership shaped our funeral home into what it is today. We invite you to visit his Remember Page to read more about his life, add your own photos, and share memories that will live on forever.

We're Here For You

Our caring staff is ready to help you...

Our Services

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We offer many services, please let us know what we can do for you.

Contact Us

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Contact our experience staff.

We're ready to help.

Pre-Planning

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We're here to help ease the stress of planning your service.

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Remember

Peace of Mind

We know there’s a lot on your mind. We let you focus on what matters most.

An Obituary to Remember. Forever.

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Your loved will be remembered forever on our digital Obituary pages.

COLLABORATE

Invite Family & Friends to upload photos.

Preserved forever.

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SHARE

Family & Friends can add & view memories of their loved one.

Relive meaningful moments.

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Send A Caring Gesture

Flowers show you care...

Flowers can help comfort and support those who need to feel loved. Our flowers are hand-delivered from a local florist.

Plant Memorial Trees

Give your loved one a living legacy...

We are proud to be partnering with The Arbor Day Foundation to plant memorial trees across the country.

Call Us Today

We're here to answer your questions or help if you need immediate assistance...

Milam Funeral & Cremation Services - Gainesville