Shreveport Funeral Home & Cremation Tribute Center

04/23/2026

04/16/2026

Thank you for your trust

04/02/2026

Today was special for so many reasons.

Birthdays are always a time of reflection for me, but this year, I wanted to do something that truly mattered. Being able to give back by donating Easter eggs to two schools reminded me of what it’s really all about; serving others.

There’s no better feeling than seeing smiles on children’s faces and knowing you played a small part in making their day a little brighter. That meant more to me than anything I could’ve received.

I’m grateful for another year of life, another opportunity to serve, and another chance to make a difference in the community that has given so much to me.

04/02/2026

Help us wish a very Happy 40th Birthday to our CEO & President,
Mr. Brandon L. Patterson, Sr.! 🎉

A leader, visionary, and servant to the community — your impact is felt far beyond our walls. Thank you for your dedication, excellence, and unwavering commitment to serving families with care and compassion.

Here’s to 40 years of greatness and many more to come!


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03/25/2026

🌸 Women’s History Month Spotlight 🌸
Honoring All Women

On behalf of Shreveport Funeral Home & Cremation Tribute Center, we proudly take a moment to honor and celebrate all women—the backbone of our families, our communities, and our legacy.

Today, we recognize the strength you carry, the love you give, and the sacrifices you make daily—often without recognition, yet always with grace. Whether you are a mother, daughter, leader, caregiver, entrepreneur, or friend, your impact is immeasurable and your presence is powerful.

Your resilience tells stories.
Your compassion builds bridges.
Your dedication shapes generations.

We see you. We honor you. We thank you.

May we continue to uplift, support, and celebrate one another—not just this month, but every day.

💐 Happy Women’s History Month! 💐

03/20/2026

Thank you sincerely for your trust

03/18/2026

✨ Women’s History Month Spotlight ✨

On behalf of Shreveport Funeral Home & Cremation Tribute Center, we are honored to celebrate an extraordinary woman who embodies grace, service, and unwavering dedication; Mrs. Yolanda Dodson.

Mrs. Dodson serves as our CEO’s Administrative Assistant, but her impact reaches far beyond her title. She is a devoted wife, loving mother, proud grandmother, and retired educator, whose life reflects a legacy of nurturing, guiding, and uplifting others.

A woman of strong faith, Yolanda is a true Christian servant leader who consistently goes above and beyond for everyone she encounters. Whether offering encouragement, lending a helping hand, or ensuring excellence in all she does, she does it with kindness and humility.

Simply put, Yolanda is the glue that holds us all together. Her presence brings strength, unity, and heart to our organization.

Today, we celebrate her contributions, her character, and her commitment to service. 💐

Thank you, Mrs. Dodson, for being a shining example of what it means to lead with love and purpose.

03/11/2026

🌸 Women’s History Month Spotlight 🌸
Honoring Marie Hudson Hines

During Women’s History Month, Shreveport Funeral Home & Cremation Tribute Center proudly celebrates the life and legacy of Marie Hudson Hines, a remarkable educator, leader, and community servant whose impact continues to inspire generations.

Mrs. Hines devoted 36½ years to education with the Caddo Parish School Board, shaping young minds and strengthening schools throughout our community. Her career included teaching Biology and Physical Science at Fair Park High School, Northwood High School, and Caddo Magnet High School—where she was part of the team that helped open the school. She later served in leadership roles as Assistant Principal at Bethune Middle School and Principal at George P. Hendrix Elementary and Queensborough Elementary Schools, leaving a legacy of excellence in education.

A proud graduate of Grambling State University, where she studied Biology and Chemistry, Mrs. Hines continued her educational journey by earning a Master’s Degree in Science Education from Louisiana Tech University and completing advanced studies in Administrative Supervision and Principalship. Her commitment to learning also included theological studies at United Theological Seminary and Bible College.

Beyond the classroom, Mrs. Hines has been deeply committed to faith and community service. A member of Church of the Living God, PGT, she has served as Director of Christian Ministry and leader for Ministers’ Wives and Widows. She has also provided leadership on the national level as President of the Ministers’ Wives and Widows’ Auxiliary.

Her community involvement extends to Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., where she served as Past President of the Beta Epsilon Zeta Chapter and contributed to regional leadership through the Southern Region Nominating Committee and as Regional Necrology Chair.

Today, Mrs. Hines continues to serve her community as a Louisiana Licensed Florist and Owner of Marie’s Flowers, using her gifts to bring beauty and comfort to others.

✨ Mrs. Marie Hudson Hines represents the strength, wisdom, and dedication that define the women who shape our communities. We honor her legacy of leadership, education, faith, and service.

03/04/2026

🌸 Women’s History Month Spotlight 🌸

Lady Lenette Taylor
Shreveport Funeral Home & Cremation Tribute Center proudly celebrates Lady Lenette Taylor as part of our Women’s History Month Spotlight, honoring phenomenal women whose leadership, faith, and service make a lasting impact in our community.

For more than 25 years, Lady Lenette Taylor has faithfully served the City of Shreveport in the City Prosecutor’s Office.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Lady Lenette is a devoted mother, grandmother, and woman of faith. She proudly serves as the First Lady of New Life Missionary Baptist Church, where her love for the Lord is evident in her service and leadership. A gifted designer and speaker, she continues to inspire others through her creativity, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to uplifting those around her.

During Women’s History Month, we salute Lady Lenette Taylor for her legacy of service, leadership, and faith in the Shreveport community.

✨ Thank you, Lady Lenette Taylor, for being a shining example of grace, dedication, and excellence.

02/28/2026

“At Shreveport Funeral Home & Cremation Tribute Center, Black History Month is more than a moment on the calendar it’s a reminder of the legacy that lives all around us.

This month, we chose to shine a light on local African Americans because history isn’t only written in textbooks it’s written in our neighborhoods, our churches, our schools, and our families.

The men and women we are honored are pillars of this community. Their service, leadership, faith, and commitment have helped shape Shreveport into the city it is today. Too often, their contributions go unrecognized while they are still here to receive their flowers.

As a funeral home rooted in compassion, dignity, and service, we believe it’s our responsibility to honor legacy; not only at the end of life, but throughout life.

Black history is local. It’s personal. And it deserves to be celebrated.

We are proud to highlight these trailblazers, culture-keepers, and change-makers who continue to inspire us all.

On behalf of myself, Brandon L. Patterson Sr. and the entire Shreveport Funeral Home family thank you for allowing us to celebrate our history, our people, and our community.”

02/27/2026

🏛️🌟 Black History Month Community Spotlight 🌟🏛️
Senator Sam Jenkins
Presented by Shreveport Funeral Home & Cremation Tribute Center

Shreveport Funeral Home & Cremation Tribute Center proudly honors Senator Sam Jenkins, a lifelong public servant, attorney, and community leader whose decades of dedication have helped shape the future of Shreveport and the State of Louisiana.

Born and raised in Shreveport, Louisiana, Senator Jenkins is the son of the late Rev. Sam L. Jenkins, Sr. and Annie F. Jenkins and a proud product of the Caddo Parish public school system. A 1974 graduate of C. E. Byrd High School, he continued his education at Southern University, earning both a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and a Juris Doctorate. While at Southern, he demonstrated early leadership by serving two terms as Student Government Association President.

Professionally, Senator Jenkins maintains a private law practice focusing on civil and criminal litigation. His commitment to service extends far beyond the courtroom. He founded the Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship Foundation, which hosts an annual observance program and provides financial assistance to deserving students.

His extensive public service includes serving as Chairman of the Board for Legal Services of North Louisiana, supporting access to justice for families across 26 parishes. He has also held leadership roles within Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity at the local, state, and regional levels.

Senator Jenkins’ distinguished elected service includes time as a Caddo Parish Commissioner (District 5), Shreveport City Councilman (District G), and Chairman of the Shreveport City Council. He currently serves in the Louisiana Legislature, where he represents his district and serves as Chairman of the House Democratic Caucus, with committee assignments including Civil Law, House and Governmental Affairs, and the House Executive Committee.

A devoted man of faith, Senator Jenkins serves on the Deacon Board at Baptist Bible Fellowship. He was married to the late Cynthia Hightower-Jenkins, and together they are the proud parents of Atari and Annia.

Today we celebrate Senator Sam Jenkins for his lifelong commitment to justice, leadership, education, and service to the people of Shreveport and Louisiana.

02/26/2026

⚖️🌟 Black History Month Community Spotlight 🌟⚖️
Judge Shonda Stone
Presented by Shreveport Funeral Home & Cremation Tribute Center

Shreveport Funeral Home & Cremation Tribute Center proudly honors Judge Shonda Stone, a trailblazer in the legal profession and a historic leader in our community.

Judge Stone made history as the first African American woman judge in Caddo Parish, Louisiana, paving the way for future generations through her dedication, excellence, and commitment to justice. A proud two-time graduate of Southern University, she earned both her Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and her Juris Doctorate, preparing for a distinguished career in public service.

In 2008, Judge Stone was elected to the Caddo Parish Juvenile Court, where she presided over Delinquency, Children in Need of Care (CINC), Family in Need of Services (FINS), and Adoption matters — impacting countless families and young lives with wisdom and compassion.

Today, Judge Stone continues her service as an Appellate Judge on the Second Circuit Court of Appeals in Shreveport, helping shape the law and uphold justice across our region.

Her professional leadership is reflected through her membership in the Louisiana State Bar Association, Jesse N. Stone, Jr. Legal Society, Shreveport Bar Association, National Bar Association – Judicial Council, National Association of Women Judges, and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.

We celebrate Judge Shonda Stone for her historic achievements, her unwavering commitment to justice, and her enduring legacy of leadership and service to the people of Shreveport and beyond.