Our legacy
About Us
Through years of experience, we've gained valuable insights—like how to offer choices without overwhelming, and how to address the needs of multiple caring individuals. When people turn to us in their most challenging moments, we respond with compassion, clarity, and expertise.
Our goal is to create a memorable experience and ensure you always feel welcome. We dedicate our time to planning alongside families, staying informed on the latest industry developments, and making hard times a little easier.
Our Story
Our Boca Raton Funeral Home is here for you....
Gary Panoch and his wife Christine have lived in Boca Raton for over three decades with their four sons; Kendrick, Caleb, Landon and Lucas. Gary, Christine, and their children are involved in the Boca Raton community through their churches, homeschool community, 4 Kids of South Florida, YMCA, youth sports, Rotary, and other local organizations.
Gary has been in funeral services for over 30 years. He attended school in Miami for Funeral Services after receiving a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of South Florida, Tampa, FL. Before opening Gary Panoch Funeral Home in 2004, Gary worked for T.M. Ralph Plantation Funeral Home in nearby Plantation. In 1996, he volunteered at the Miami-Dade Medical Examiner's facility to help with the Value Jet crash of Flight 592 in the Everglades.
Christine received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from S.U.N.Y. Geneseo, in New York, A Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Central Florida, and worked as the Regional Manager for Liberty Travel before helping Gary with their family-owned business. Christine is active in the local homeschool community and President of the MECE School Board in Boca Raton.
Caleb, Landon, and Lucas Panoch are part-time funeral assistants. Caleb is enrolled full-time at FAU and is working towards his Master's Degree in Computer Engineering. Landon is enrolled at FAU. Kendrick Panoch, our former part-time assistant, is a recent graduate from the University of Florida with a doctorate in Pharmacy. He is currently doing his residency at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, FL.
Chris Zebart is a graduate of St. Pope John Paul II High School in Boca Raton, FL. He is a funeral director intern and is currently pursuing his Funeral Director's License at St. Petersburg College.
Additional Information: Gary Panoch Funeral Home in Boca Raton is the only family-owned and operated Boca Raton Funeral Home. Although other local funeral homes were once also family-owned, they have all been sold and are operated by large corporations/investors, even though they have kept the original names. Through honest pricing and personalized service, Gary Panoch Funeral Home has earned the trust of families, receiving the most positive Google Reviews and recognition as the best value in funeral services. The community knows that what sets our funeral home apart is our team’s artistic skill and heartfelt care in helping loved ones look their best for viewings and final farewells.
Welcome to the Gary Panoch Funeral Home website. We hope the information here is helpful and clear. If you have been with us before, welcome back. If you are visiting for the first time, we invite you to contact us or visit our funeral home to learn more about the services we provide. You will also find genuine reviews on our homepage from families we have had the honor of serving.
Gary Panoch Funeral Home and Cremations in Boca Raton, Florida, is a family-owned and operated funeral home committed to providing thoughtful, high-quality service. Preserving a tradition of care and professionalism has always been central to our work. Gary and his wife, Christine Panoch, founded the funeral home at a time when Boca Raton had no family-owned funeral establishments. They recognized a lack of personal options and set out to create a welcoming funeral home with fair pricing and facilities unlike any other in South Florida.
Understanding that funeral homes began as extensions of the home itself, Gary and Christine sought to restore that sense of warmth and comfort. Over the past 20 years, the funeral home has been continuously updated to reflect the beauty and character of the surrounding community, creating an atmosphere that feels refined, inviting, and familiar.
We offer a full range of funeral and cremation services, including traditional burial services, visitation followed by cremation, simple cremation options, and international transportation of loved ones. Our Boca Raton funeral home, located on Federal Highway, features more than 6,000 square feet of elegantly designed space, highlighted by fine antiques throughout. The facility includes on-site care of the deceased, a spacious chapel, private viewing room, hospitality suite for food and beverages, and ample parking. A virtual tour is available, or you are welcome to visit in person.
Every service we provide is centered on honoring life with dignity and meaning. Whether making arrangements after a loss or planning in advance, each family is guided with care and attention to their individual preferences. Our staff includes Gary and Christine Panoch, their family members, and trusted members of the Boca Raton community who are committed to serving with respect and integrity.
Gary Panoch Funeral Home remains dedicated to serving Boca Raton one family at a time. We focus on offering guidance, clear information, and steady support throughout the funeral planning process. From your first call through the final arrangements, every detail is handled with care and professionalism, ensuring your questions are answered and your concerns addressed.
