Comfort of tradition.

Harmony in nature.

Photo Gallery

Our Heartwood photo gallery can help you better understand our services, resources and purpose as a conservation cemetery and nature preserve. We are available to answer any questions. Contact us today to discuss your needs.

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Thank you to our Heartwood Families for allowing us to use these photos.

Welcome Center

Our beautiful, energy efficient, sustainably built Welcome Center provides a comfortable and spacious room for a Celebration of Life, assembly area before or after a burial, and a site for other Heartwood activities such as sitting meditation, yoga, Death Cafe, workshops, and special events rental. One (1) hour of use just before or after the graveside service is included in the price of burial. Learn more about the Welcome Center

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Natural Burial

Natural, or ‘Green,’ Burial is a safe and environmentally friendly practice that allows the body to return to the soil naturally by using biodegradable materials and avoiding vaults and toxic embalming fluids. Many cultures and faiths throughout the U.S. and around the world have always used natural burial. Learn more about Natural Burial

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Conservation Awareness

Heartwood Preserve is a natural cemetery within a 41-acre conservation sanctuary located in the New Port Richey, Florida area. We preserve natural habitats at the preserve, including the longleaf pine flatwoods and cypress dome wetlands. Burials do not take place in the wetland areas. Learn more about Heartwood Nature Preserve and Conservation Cemetery

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Nature Preserve

When visiting the nature preserve, you will see two primary ecosystems: cypress wetlands and longleaf pine flatwoods. Together they work to clean the air and water and provide homes for a variety of wildlife.  Learn more about the Nature Preserve

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Our History

Jay B. Starkey, Sr.’s vision was that a sizable tract of Florida wilderness be kept free of development for future generations to enjoy. Heartwood Preserve is located on a wooded piece of land that was once a part of the historic cattle ranch owned by the Starkey family since 1937.  Learn more about the History of the Land

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