Greenlawn Memorial Park

05/26/2026

What comes to your mind when you think of Greenlawn?

05/25/2026

Memorial Day is a time to remember and honor the men and women who served our country and are no longer with us, both those who were killed in action and those who served in the military and later passed on. Today, we reflect with gratitude on their courage, sacrifice, and dedication to our nation.

At Greenlawn Memorial Park, we are proud to honor the lives and legacies of those who served and helped protect the freedoms we hold dear. May we never forget their service. 🇺🇸

05/21/2026

This Memorial Day weekend, we honor the memory of the brave men and women who served our country. 🇺🇸

You can help us continue remembering their lives and sacrifices by sponsoring a wreath through Wreaths Across America to be placed at the grave of a veteran at Greenlawn Memorial Park during our 2026 ceremony on December 19.
Each wreath is a symbol of gratitude, remembrance, and honor for those who served our nation so selflessly. ❤️🤍💙

Join us in our mission to Remember, Honor, and Teach.

Wreaths Across America ("WAA") coordinates wreath-laying ceremonies every December to "Remember, Honor, and Teach" about the sacrifices made by our veterans and their families. Please check out this page to learn how you can help by sponsoring Veterans Remembrance Wreaths or by joining us on Decembe...

05/13/2026

Funeral services for Michelle Renae Baity will be held Sunday, May 17, 2026, at Natchez First Assembly of God on Liberty Road in Natchez, Mississippi. Visitation from 1:30 PM to 3:30 followed by a memorial service and procession to, graveside service, and vault signing at Greenlawn Memorial Park on Morgantown Road, Natchez, Mississippi.

Michelle was born December 2, 2008, to Lacye Michelle Starling and fostered by David Carl Baity and Sharon Leigh Alexander Baity until full adoption by them on December 9, 2009. Michelle passed from this life in the early hours of May 10, 2026. She is survived by her parents David and Sharon Baity of Natchez, Mississippi, grandmother, Barbara Jean Baity, of Blairsville, Georgia, her biological mother, Lacye Michelle Starling and biological grandmother, Lenore Carraway Wills, both of Natchez, Mississippi, sister, Jennifer Robyn Baer of Thomaston, Georgia, and brother, Adam Ellory Baity of Pensacola, Florida. She was preceded in death by grandfather, Davis Claughton Baity of Sweetgum, Georgia, and grandparents, Boyd Dean Alexander and Marjorie Anne Alexander of Natchez, Mississippi.

Serving as pallbearers are brother, Adam Baity, elder nephew, Coulter Streetman, uncles, Sam Baity and Bobby Alexander, and personal friends, Ethan Wilson and Kaleb Thames, who is serving in honor of Jacob Bonnette, who was her boyfriend who perished in the accident with her.

Michelle loved ballet and was an aspiring artist. A Junior at Natchez High School, she was active in their childcare program and Beta Club. She enjoyed working with children at Cornerstone Church, Natchez, Mississippi, and was looking forward to her Senior year, graduation, college, and a possible career working with children.

Loved by her family and friends, she was a bright light wherever she went and will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cornerstone Church "Rise and Build" building fund on their website, Cornerstone.TV.

05/13/2026

05/12/2026

Sometimes what we need is a little bit of flower therapy.

05/10/2026

Today, we honor and remember all mothers. 💐

Mother’s Day can hold so many different emotions. For some, it is a day filled with celebration and joy. For others, it carries grief, longing, and remembrance. Today we especially hold close the hearts of bereaved mothers, those missing their children, and those spending this day without their own mothers here beside them.

At Greenlawn Memorial Park, we are reminded every day that love does not end with loss. The memories, lessons, and bonds shared with the mothers and children we love remain part of us always.

We are thinking of each of you today and praying for comfort, peace, and beautiful memories to surround you. 🤍

05/09/2026

Please join us in praying for the Mississippi communities affected by the recent tornadoes. So many families are facing loss, damage, and uncertainty right now.

May these communities find strength, comfort, and hope in the days ahead. ❤️

05/07/2026

Joseph Mark Whitney, 77, of Natchez, Mississippi, passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, in Natchez, Mississippi. He was born on September 9, 1948, in Florence, Mississippi, to the late Joby Gladys Elliott Whitney and Malcolm Chandler Whitney.

Joseph was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend who loved his family deeply and carried a quiet strength throughout his life. He will be remembered for his dedication to those he loved and the lasting impact he made on everyone who knew him.

He proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam era. During his military service, he received several honors and commendations including the Navy Unit Commendation Ribbon, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with One Bronze Star, and the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device. His honorable service reflected his commitment, discipline, and love for his country.

Joseph was preceded in death by his parents and his infant sister, Beverly.

He leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife, Betty Farmer Whitney; daughter, Julia Whitney; sons, Chandler and Alison Whitney, John Mark and Beth Whitney, Karen Whitney and Barth; stepchildren, Richard Wells and Angie, Lisa Hill and Phillip, and Robert "Bo" Wells; one sister Whitney Schuman; one brother, Richard Whitney; along with twenty grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; a host of other relatives and friends.

Visitation will be held Friday, May 8, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at Calvary Baptist Church. Funeral services will begin at 10:00 a.m. Friday, May 8, 2026, at Calvary Baptist Church with interment to follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park under the direction of Marshall Funeral Home.

05/06/2026

MOTHER’S DAY DRAWING
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Don’t miss your chance, leave us a review today to be entered to win a silk floral arrangement in honor of Mother’s Day! Winner will be announced tomorrow morning at 10am so they have time to pick up their arrangement before Mother's Day!