About Us
The Sunset Difference
Since 1958, we have been honored to deliver healing experiences to the Tampa community. We exist to serve the unique needs of every family. Learn our story. Lean on us. And let our expertise lead you through the best experience possible.
Our pledge
We’re here to give you care and comfort as we help guide you through the planning journey.
Our Story
We've learned a lot about caring for families over the years. We realize that we aren't just caring for a loved one, but the entire family. People come to us during their most difficult times, and we respond with kindness, understanding and expertise. Our goal is to make everyone feel at home as we work with them to create a memorable service in honor of a beautiful life.
1958
Sunset Memory Gardens has served the Tampa Bay area families as a cemetery since it was founded in 1958.
2012
In 2012, we opened our Key West themed Funeral Home and have continued the same quality of service our families have come to expect from us. We are devoted to exceeding expectations and providing a standard of service that goes above and beyond.
Splendor for acres
Occupying 70 acres, our beautiful and spacious cemetery offers a comforting, park-like environment highlighted by numerous trees and flowers. We offer families a variety of memorials from in-ground to upright monuments.
Quality, sincerity and trust
We've been providing funeral and memorialization services to the area for more than 60 years and have built a reputation on quality, sincerity and trust with services that celebrate the life of each individual and respect the wishes of every family. Our staff is known for its caring, professional services and Spanish-speaking capabilities.
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Our team
We're members of the local community who have many years of experience caring for families from all backgrounds and all walks of life. Families know they can count on us to provide them the comfort they need when they need it most.
Shane Lacey
Funeral Home Manager
Shane is a compassionate, licensed funeral director & funeral home manager, who has been working in the profession since 2003. Shane's desire is to serve families who have lost loved ones by making the process of funeral planning as smooth as possible. He is passionate about serving the community and honoring the memory of loved ones and helping to provide closure during the most difficult time of people's lives.
Shane was born and raised in Central Ohio. He moved to Massachusetts in 2003 where he attended Mount Ida College/New England Institute of Funeral Service, serving families for many years in the South Shore area. Shane then relocated to Wesley Chapel, Florida in 2019.
He is a member of the Zephyrhills Moose Lodge 2276 and the Zephyrhills Eagles 3752. In his free time, Shane enjoys spending time at his church, watching wrestling, playing with his kids and dogs. swimming in his pool, and grilling/smoking food. He is happily married to his wife of 20 years, Christyn, and has 4 children.
Brian Zipter
Area Managing Partner, Operations
Brian is a stand out patriot who proudly served our country in the United States Marine Corps. He is passionate about being an American and serving veterans. Brian’s commitment to Sunset Memory Gardens is personal as his young daughter who lost her battle with cancer is interred here at Sunset. In 2016, he lost his 27-year-old son Stephen Zipter as well, who is also interred at Sunset. Brian has turned his adversities in life to fuel his unwavering desire to help families going through loss. Brian’s leadership has brought incredible upgrades and beautification to Sunset. He has been married for 31 years to his lovely wife, Patty. They have two sons and 2 grandchildren.
Karens Manzanares
Cemetery and Funeral Home Office Manager
Karens brings over 10 years of passionate service to our industry as an administrative details person. She is originally from Cuba and came to the US in 1998. She has 2 small children and loves shopping and dancing.
Kathryn Cosper
Funeral Director
Kathryn was born in Cheboygan, Michigan and then went into the US Army after graduating high school. Serving three years in Heidelberg, Germany and then moved to Florida and got her funeral director degree from St Petersburg College. Kathryn has been a Tampa resident since 1989 and has over 20 years experience in funeral service. She is also the proud mother of two children.
We illuminate paths to peace with personalized ceremonies and memorial tributes that honor your loved one.
What Families Are Saying
In my hardest moment I have received excellent and professional treatment, I have not felt strange and I know that we have chosen the ideal place for my mother's eternal rest. Thank you.
Author: Amador Salcines Comas rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
At such a sad day, they made it easy to make the finale decisions, they were very helpful, patient and caring with the arrangements we requested. Kayla was very helpful and went a little bit more then she had too. I would recommend Sunset Memory Gardens
Author: Borinquena23 rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I'm very impressed by Sunset Memory Gardens! Shane lacey does a great job taking care of things. Thankful to have someone that is very personable and understanding during such a hard time in one's life.
Author: Miranda Spears rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I got to meet Jacob and Anthony at our friend’s graveside service. They were both very respectful and informative at our friend’s graveside service. Thank you for everything!
Author: Jordan Diaz rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I really appreciate it every thing you did for my mom she looked beautiful!! And the service you guys provided it's excellent.thank you so much.blessings.
Author: Nancy Sanchez rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Sunset was very professional, Elizabeth was professional. The whole crew a matter of the fact was professional I got things I wanna do for myself. With sunset, but I'll keep in touch for later. Thank you again so much.
Author: Darlene Range rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
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