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Looking for Stone Brothers recent obituaries? Stone Bros. Funeral Home and Chapel has locations in Fort Pierce and Vero Beach, Florida. Start with its official obituary page, search the person’s name, and open the complete memorial to confirm service details. This guide also covers death certificates, cemetery research and local family assistance.
Source review: October 14, 2026 • Independent information guide • Obituary listings and service details may change
Start With What You Need
Find a public memorial
Open the official Stone Bros. obituary listing and search the full name or surname.
Search steps →Confirm a service
Use the individual memorial to check visitation, funeral, church, cemetery and family instructions.
Service checklist →Find an older obituary
Use local library genealogy records, historical newspapers and Indian River County’s obituary index.
Archive help →Order a death certificate
Compare Florida’s state and local health-department fees before ordering.
Fees and steps →How to Find Stone Brothers Recent Obituaries
The funeral home’s website has an obituary-search field and filtering options. Stone Brothers notices may also appear on Legacy and other newspaper platforms, but the official memorial should be the primary source for service information.
Stone Brothers Funeral Home: Fort Pierce and Vero Beach
Stone Bros. Funeral Home and Chapel lists two locations on Florida’s Treasure Coast.
Stone Bros. Funeral Home — Fort Pierce
317 N. 7th Street
Fort Pierce, FL 34950
Phone: 772-461-1800
The Fort Pierce funeral home has served the local community since 1932.
Official Fort Pierce location →Stone Bros. Funeral Chapel — Vero Beach
3950 Old Dixie Highway
Vero Beach, FL 32962
Phone: 772-562-3105
Use this location when the obituary or funeral arrangements identify the Vero Beach chapel.
Official Vero Beach location →How to Receive New Stone Brothers Obituary Alerts
The Stone Brothers homepage offers an email-update mailing list for notices and new memorials.
Which Treasure Coast Communities Should You Search?
Stone Brothers identifies St. Lucie, Indian River, Martin and Okeechobee counties as part of its service area.
Fort Pierce and St. Lucie
Try Fort Pierce, Port St. Lucie, Lakewood Park, White City and nearby communities.
Vero Beach and Gifford
Try Vero Beach, Gifford, Wabasso, Sebastian, Fellsmere and Indian River County.
Martin County
Try Stuart, Jensen Beach, Palm City and Hobe Sound when a family has connections to those communities.
Okeechobee County
Include Okeechobee when the deceased lived or had family connections there.
Former hometown
Check another Florida city or out-of-state hometown when an obituary mentions a family move.
Funeral and cemetery locations
The residence, place of death, funeral venue and burial location may all be different.
How to Confirm the Correct Person
| Check | Compare | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | First, middle, last, nickname or maiden name | Helps distinguish people with similar names. |
| Dates | Birth date, age, death date and publication date | Avoids confusing old and recent notices. |
| Family | Spouse, parents, children or siblings | Provides stronger identity clues. |
| Community | Fort Pierce, Vero Beach, Gifford or another town | Confirms the correct local connection. |
| Service location | Funeral home, church or cemetery | Helps verify the original memorial. |
Viewing, Funeral and Burial Details: What to Check
Individual Stone Bros. memorial pages may include separate service details, directions, guestbook entries, flowers and memorial-tree options.
Public visitation
Check the date, start time, end time, exact venue and whether visitation is public.
Funeral service
Confirm whether the ceremony is at the funeral home, a church or another location.
Burial
Look for cemetery details and check whether a graveside service has been announced.
Guestbook
Use the original memorial’s guestbook. Avoid posting addresses, account details or family disputes.
Flowers and trees
Confirm the correct person and family preference before ordering flowers or planting a memorial tree.
Livestream or recording
Check the funeral home’s or church’s authorized link. Do not assume every service will be livestreamed.
Stone Brothers Death Certificates: Fees and Official Records
Florida’s Department of Health issues certified death certificates. County health departments can issue Florida deaths from 2009 onward; older records generally require the state Bureau of Vital Statistics in Jacksonville or its authorized online vendor.
Compare published death certificate fees
| Official office | Published fee | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| St. Lucie County Health | $17 per certificate | Additional certificates also $17. Other optional service fees apply. |
| Indian River County Health | $12 per certificate | Additional search fee when the exact year is unknown. |
| Florida State Vital Statistics | $5 first copy | State mail/walk-in search fee includes one certified copy if found. |
| Additional state copy | $4 each | Additional certified copies ordered through the state. |
| State rush processing | $10 extra | Processing priority; availability and service rules apply. |
St. Lucie County Vital Statistics
5150 NW Milner Drive
Port St. Lucie, FL 34983
Vital Statistics: 772-873-4932
Published hours:
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Lunch closure: noon–12:30 p.m.
The local office handles eligible Florida death-certificate requests in person or by mail for deaths from 2009 onward.
Official St. Lucie Death Certificates →Indian River County Vital Statistics
1900 27th Street
Vero Beach, FL 32960
Vital Statistics: 772-794-7460
Published hours:
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
This office also handles Florida death records from 2009 onward.
Official Indian River Death Certificates →Florida death certificates: with or without cause of death?
Without cause of death
Any adult age 18 or older may apply for a certified Florida death record without cause-of-death information.
Confidential Social Security information is redacted.
With cause of death
For deaths less than 50 years old, cause-of-death information is confidential and available only to eligible family members, legal-interest requesters, authorized representatives or by court order.
How to order a Florida death certificate
Older death records: before 2009
The Florida Bureau of Vital Statistics provides the statewide route for older death certificates.
1217 N. Pearl Street
Jacksonville, FL 32202
Telephone: 904-359-6900
Historic Florida death registration was incomplete before 1917, so an older search may require archival or cemetery research as well.
How to Find Older Stone Brothers and Treasure Coast Obituaries
Older notices may not appear in the funeral home’s current search results. Local newspaper collections, library indexes and cemetery records can help.
St. Lucie County Library genealogy
The library offers HeritageQuest and in-library access to Ancestry Library Edition. These are useful for census records, family histories, directories and historical research.
Use St. Lucie genealogy resources →Fort Pierce library branch
The Susan Broom Kilmer Library in historic downtown Fort Pierce provides access to county library resources and reference help.
Check library location and hours →Indian River obituary index
Indian River County Library provides a searchable obituary database with fields for last name, first name, maiden name and age.
Search the county obituary index →Vero Beach Archive Center
The Julian W. Lowenstein Archive Center holds local-history collections, newspapers, genealogy resources, maps and microfilm materials.
Open Indian River genealogy resources →Local library contacts
| Library | Address | Telephone |
|---|---|---|
| Susan Broom Kilmer Library | 101 Melody Lane, Fort Pierce, FL 34950 | 772-462-1615 |
| Julian W. Lowenstein Archive Center | 1600 21st Street, Vero Beach, FL 32960 | 772-400-6324 |
How to search an older obituary
Pine Grove, Gifford and Local Cemetery Records
The Fort Pierce and Vero Beach areas have several historic cemeteries. Always start with the burial location stated in the original memorial.
Pine Grove Cemetery — Fort Pierce
Pine Grove Cemetery is part of Fort Pierce’s historic Lincoln Park area. The city’s Highwaymen Heritage Trail identifies it around 10th Street and Avenue K.
Burial and plot research may require historical, cemetery or local-government records.
Fort Pierce Heritage Trail →Gifford Cemetery — Vero Beach
Indian River Genealogical Society lists Gifford Cemetery on 49th Street in Vero Beach. Its cemetery directory is a useful place to identify local burial grounds.
Gifford Cemetery information →How to confirm a burial location
Low-Income Cremation Help in St. Lucie and Indian River Counties
Both counties have limited indigent cremation programs. These are not general funeral grants and have strict rules about the place of death, assets and available assistance.
St. Lucie County Indigent Cremation Program
St. Lucie County may provide basic cremation arrangements for qualifying deaths in the county.
- The death must have occurred in St. Lucie County.
- The deceased generally cannot have assets exceeding $800.
- Marital or parental resources may affect eligibility.
- Verifying documents are required.
- Only basic cremation is covered, not viewing, embalming, memorial services or burial expenses.
St. Lucie County Community Services:
772-462-1777, then press 0.
Indian River County Indigent Cremation
Indian River County Human Services provides limited assistance toward cremation expenses for qualifying individuals with no assets and no next of kin able to take responsibility.
Current requirements include:
- The death occurred in Indian River County.
- The deceased had no property or other assets.
- The required application and supporting documents are provided.
- Eligibility and available assistance are confirmed by county staff.
Indian River County Human Services
1800 27th Street, Building B, 2nd Floor
Vero Beach, FL 32960
Phone: 772-226-1423
Official Indian River Cremation Program →Stone Brothers Veteran Funeral and Burial Benefits
Stone Bros. says it can help families review veteran-related funeral resources. Official VA eligibility and benefit decisions are handled by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
Military funeral honors
Eligible veterans may receive military funeral honors. Ask the funeral director what documentation and coordination are required.
VA burial allowance
Some eligible families can receive VA burial or transportation reimbursement. The amount depends on the circumstances and program rules.
Government headstone or marker
VA provides qualifying headstones, markers and other memorial benefits under its eligibility rules.
Burial flag and certificates
Eligible veterans’ families may receive a burial flag and Presidential Memorial Certificate.
St. Lucie County Veterans Services
St. Lucie County Veterans Services
Telephone: 772-337-5670
The county provides benefits counseling and help with veterans’ documentation and claims. Contact the office to confirm current appointments and location.
County Veterans Services →South Florida National Cemetery
South Florida National Cemetery
6501 S. State Road 7
Lake Worth, FL 33449
Phone: 561-649-6489
The VA currently lists burial space as open. Eligibility and actual scheduling must be confirmed through VA.
Official National Cemetery →Documents worth gathering
- DD-214 or other accepted military discharge record.
- Certified death certificate when required.
- Funeral and cemetery invoices.
- Marriage or dependent records when applicable.
- Information about insurance and reimbursements already received.
Florida Funeral Price Rights, Licensing and Complaints
Florida’s Department of Financial Services regulates funeral, cemetery and consumer services. Federal Funeral Rule protections also apply when arranging funeral services.
Ask for prices
Under the FTC Funeral Rule, funeral providers must give price information by telephone when asked.
Review the General Price List
Ask for itemized funeral prices before choosing goods or services. Compare the total cost, not just the advertised package.
Verify the license
Florida’s Division of Funeral, Cemetery, and Consumer Services provides an official searchable licensee database.
Understand prepaid contracts
Florida regulates preneed funeral contracts. A limited consumer-protection trust fund may help in certain cases when a preneed provider becomes insolvent.
How to check a Florida funeral license
Florida complaint contacts
Florida Division of Funeral, Cemetery, and Consumer Services:
Telephone: 850-413-3039
Toll-free in Florida: 800-323-2627
The division provides written complaint forms and instructions for funeral or cemetery problems.
What if You Cannot Find a Stone Brothers Obituary?
Search another name
Try a nickname, maiden name, previous surname, initials or surname alone.
Widen the date
The obituary might be published several days after the death.
Check both branches
Look for the correct Fort Pierce or Vero Beach funeral-home reference.
Search another town
Try Gifford, Wabasso, Sebastian, Port St. Lucie or another connected location.
Use library indexes
Older obituaries may require historical newspapers or genealogy research.
Respect private arrangements
Some families choose no public obituary or a private service.
What to Do After Finding the Correct Obituary
- Save the original Stone Brothers obituary URL.
- Confirm the correct Fort Pierce or Vero Beach branch.
- Check visitation, funeral and burial addresses separately.
- Follow family-approved flower and donation instructions.
- Request certified death certificates when required by banks, insurers or estates.
- Ask the funeral director whether Social Security has been notified.
- Check veteran and local assistance eligibility when relevant.
- Keep personal records, receipts and account information secure.
Stone Brothers Recent Obituaries: Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find Stone Brothers recent obituaries?
Use the official Stone Bros. Funeral Home and Chapel obituary page at stonebrothersfuneralhome.com/obits. Search by name and open the individual memorial for details.
Does Stone Brothers have locations in Fort Pierce and Vero Beach?
Yes. The Fort Pierce funeral home is at 317 N. 7th Street, Fort Pierce, FL 34950. The Vero Beach chapel is at 3950 Old Dixie Highway, Vero Beach, FL 32962.
What is the Stone Brothers Fort Pierce phone number?
The official Fort Pierce telephone number is 772-461-1800.
What is the Stone Brothers Vero Beach phone number?
The official Vero Beach chapel telephone number is 772-562-3105.
Can I receive new Stone Brothers obituary alerts?
Yes. The funeral home’s homepage offers an email-update mailing list for new memorials and related updates.
How do I confirm Stone Brothers funeral services?
Open the individual’s official obituary and review the service section. Call the handling Fort Pierce or Vero Beach location to confirm current details before travelling.
How much is a St. Lucie County death certificate?
The Florida Department of Health in St. Lucie County currently lists $17 per death certificate. Optional fees may apply for shipping, searching or expedited services.
How much is an Indian River County death certificate?
Indian River County currently lists $12 per death certificate. A separate search fee may apply when the exact year is unknown.
Can anyone order a Florida death certificate?
Adults may request a Florida death record without cause-of-death information. For deaths less than 50 years old, records that include the cause of death are restricted to eligible applicants under Florida law.
How can I find older Stone Brothers obituaries?
Check the official funeral home, St. Lucie County Library genealogy resources and Indian River County Library’s searchable obituary index. Historical newspaper and cemetery records may also help.
Does St. Lucie County offer free cremation assistance?
St. Lucie County has an indigent cremation program with strict financial, place-of-death and participating-provider requirements. Stone Brothers is not listed among the county’s published participating funeral providers.
Does Indian River County have cremation assistance?
Indian River County offers limited indigent cremation assistance for qualifying deaths when the deceased has no assets and no next of kin able to assume responsibility. Contact county Human Services for eligibility.
Can a veteran receive burial benefits?
Some eligible veterans and families may qualify for VA burial, cemetery, headstone, memorial or funeral-honors benefits. Eligibility depends on the individual’s service and circumstances.
How can I verify a Florida funeral home’s license?
Use the Florida Department of Financial Services funeral, cemetery and consumer-services license search. Search by business name, city or license type.
Is Stone Brothers the same as Collins & Stone Funeral Home?
No. Stone Bros. Funeral Home and Chapel operates in Fort Pierce and Vero Beach, Florida. Collins & Stone Funeral Home is a separate business in Rockford, Illinois.
Official Sources and Local Research Links
Before You Share, Travel or Pay
- Use the official Stone Brothers obituary website first.
- Confirm the correct person and funeral-home branch.
- Verify service time, church and cemetery location before travelling.
- Use Florida Vital Statistics for certified death certificates.
- Check county cremation assistance rules before assuming any expenses are covered.
- Use official VA and county sources for veteran benefits.
- Protect private medical, financial and family information.
RecentObituaries.info is an independent information guide. It is not affiliated with Stone Bros. Funeral Home and Chapel, Legacy, Florida Department of Health, St. Lucie County, Indian River County, the VA or any funeral or cemetery provider. Confirm final details directly with the responsible organization.