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Providing Quality Funeral & Cremation Services To Florence & Killen Area Families Since 1959!

"Our goal is to serve your family like you are a member of our family and help create the most meaningful service possible whether your choice be cremation or traditional burial. We will take all steps possible to make this stressful time as easy as possible." — Funeral Director & Manager Wm. "Andy" High

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 at anytime. We are here to help you!


Elkins East Chapel is proud to announce we have been chosen as 2022 Readers Choice award for Best Funeral Home

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Testimonials 


They have always been super friendly, like working with close friends to take care of some of the hardest decisions in sad times. Many of our family have been through, but we always leave with a smile and confidence all is taken care of, and every service has been beautiful. Thank you!

Rhonda S

January '21

Thank you so much for handling my mother in law's service with dignity under the worse of circumstances. It was a beautiful service!

Carolyn G

April '20

Beautiful Chapel and cemetery. The reception hall has plenty of accommodation space for get together's after a funeral, like the last one I was down there for.

Michael E

Thank you for your helpful support during the passing and memorial of my Dad last year. I appreciated the slideshow you helped us post to remind family and friends of his life.

Gregory H

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General Information

Full Name Shelby Jean Garrett (Watson)
Date of Birth
Saturday, July 3rd, 1937
Date of Death
Sunday, September 3rd, 2017

First Visitation

When Monday, September 4th, 2017 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location
Elkins Funeral Home
Address
1535 Hermitage Dr.
Florence, AL 35630
Map & Directions
Additional Information Shelby Jean Watson Garrett, 80, of Florence passed away Sunday, September 3, 2017 at Florence Nursing Home and Rehab as a result of dementia and stroke. Visitation will be Monday, September 4, 2017 from 6:00 P.M. till 8:00 P.M. at Elkins Funeral Home in Florence. There will be a visitation Tuesday, September 5, 2017 from 1:00 P.M. until 2:00 P.M. at Woodlawn Church of Christ services will follow at 2:00pm. Matt Heupal will officiate. Burial will be at Tri-Cities Memorial Gardens.

Second Visitation

When Tuesday, September 5th, 2017 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Location
Woodlawn Church of Christ
Address
Florence Blvd. Highway 72
Florence, AL 35630
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Service Information

When
Tuesday, September 5th, 2017 2:00pm
Location
Woodlawn Church of Christ
Address
Florence Blvd. Highway 72
Florence, AL 35630
Map & Directions
Service Extra Info
Shelby Jean Watson Garrett, 80, of Florence passed away Sunday, September 3, 2017 at Florence Nursing Home and Rehab as a result of dementia and stroke. Visitation will be Monday, September 4, 2017 from 6:00 P.M. till 8:00 P.M. at Elkins Funeral Home in Florence. There will be a visitation Tuesday, September 5, 2017 from 1:00 P.M. until 2:00 P.M. at Woodlawn Church of Christ services will follow at 2:00pm. Matt Heupal will officiate. Burial will be at Tri-Cities Memorial Gardens.

Interment Location

Location
Tri-Cities Memorial Gardens
Address
2601 Florence Blvd.
Florence, AL 35630
Map & Directions
Interment Extra Info
Shelby Jean Watson Garrett, 80, of Florence passed away Sunday, September 3, 2017 at Florence Nursing Home and Rehab as a result of dementia and stroke. Visitation will be Monday, September 4, 2017 from 6:00 P.M. till 8:00 P.M. at Elkins Funeral Home in Florence. There will be a visitation Tuesday, September 5, 2017 from 1:00 P.M. until 2:00 P.M. at Woodlawn Church of Christ services will follow at 2:00pm. Matt Heupal will officiate. Burial will be at Tri-Cities Memorial Gardens.
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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.

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a house that has a sign on the side of a road
Florence
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and wooden cabinets
Florence
a living room filled with furniture and a fireplace
Florence
a large lawn in front of a house
Killen
a room filled with furniture and a fireplace
Killen

Providing Quality Funeral & Cremation Services To Florence & Killen Area Families Since 1959!

"Our goal is to serve your family like you are a member of our family and help create the most meaningful service possible whether your choice be cremation or traditional burial. We will take all steps possible to make this stressful time as easy as possible." — Funeral Director & Manager Wm. "Andy" High

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 at anytime. We are here to help you!


Elkins East Chapel is proud to announce we have been chosen as 2022 Readers Choice award for Best Funeral Home

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 


They have always been super friendly, like working with close friends to take care of some of the hardest decisions in sad times. Many of our family have been through, but we always leave with a smile and confidence all is taken care of, and every service has been beautiful. Thank you!

Rhonda S

January '21

Thank you so much for handling my mother in law's service with dignity under the worse of circumstances. It was a beautiful service!

Carolyn G

April '20

Beautiful Chapel and cemetery. The reception hall has plenty of accommodation space for get together's after a funeral, like the last one I was down there for.

Michael E

Thank you for your helpful support during the passing and memorial of my Dad last year. I appreciated the slideshow you helped us post to remind family and friends of his life.

Gregory H