Forest Park Cemetery

05/01/2026

It is our honor and privilege to serve this community. In times like these, we are reminded how deeply we are all connected. When tragedy strikes, we come together to comfort, to support, and to carry one another through the weight of grief.

Our hearts are with the families and loved ones. No words can ease such pain, but we hope that in some small way, offering a place of rest and remembrance brings a measure of peace.

Grief is love with nowhere to go. So we hold space for that love by showing up, by standing together, and by extending compassion to those who need it most.

It is a solemn responsibility, and a true honor, to serve in moments like these. We remain here for our community, with care, dignity, and respect.

LOCAL CEMETERY DONATES PLOT AND VAULTS FOR 8 CHILDREN WHO DIED IN THE APRIL 19TH MASS SHOOTING: Forest Park Cemetery is donating everything to the family (plots, vaults, and professional service fees). The April 19th Survivors Fund will not be used.
The children, members of the Elkins, Pugh, and Snow families of Shreveport's Cedar Grove neighborhood, will be buried in the cemetery's Legacy Garden following funeral services planned for May 9, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Summer Grove Baptist Church, 8924 Jewella Avenue in Shreveport.

04/23/2026

We are committed to continually improving the beauty, dignity, and overall condition of our park. Through careful attention and ongoing efforts, we are making meaningful progress—one stone at a time. Our goal is to honor those laid to rest here while providing a peaceful, well-maintained environment for all who visit.

04/09/2026

Not only are we fixing the parks current monuments but we are setting new ones with precision.

Working diligently to bring the park back to its glory.

04/08/2026

Did you know we also have a funeral home to serve you and your family?

We are here to provide compassionate, professional care for all of your funeral and cremation needs-before, during, and after your time of need.

Our team is dedicated to helping you create meaningful services that honor your loved ones with dignity and respect.
If you have questions or would like more information about our services, please don't hesitate to reach out.

We are here for you every step of the way.

04/01/2026

Our teams are working diligently not only to improve the park's conditions but also to perfectly place family monuments. Great job team!

03/27/2026

Join us for our Easter Eggstravaganza! 🐣🌸
Raffle tickets are just $5 each, with all proceeds going toward cemetery restoration efforts.
🎁 Raffle baskets valued at $45 and up
🍔 Food will be available for purchase
🎉 The event itself is FREE to attend
Come out and see us tomorrow—bring your family and enjoy a great time for a great cause!

Rest assured we are doing this away from any final resting places of loved ones. It is Located in the fields behind our Chapel of Peace.

We hope to see you there!

03/06/2026

🌸🐰 Forest Park Easter Eggstravaganza – We Need Your Help! 🐣🌸
Forest Park Cemetery will be hosting our Easter Eggstravaganza on Saturday, March 28th, and we are looking for local businesses who would like to partner with us to help make this a fun and memorable event for families in our community.
We are currently looking for:
🎁 Raffle Donations – Gift baskets or items valued at $25 or more to be raffled during the event
🎶 Entertainment – A DJ or live music to help create a festive atmosphere
📸 Photographer – Someone to take Easter Bunny photos that families can download using a QR code
🏢 Event Sponsors – Sponsors are welcome to place a business sign at the event to help promote their business to attending families
This is a great opportunity to support a community event while promoting your business. We would love to work with local businesses to make this a special day for the families in our area.
If your business would like to donate, sponsor, or help in any way, please send us a message or contact us directly.
Thank you for helping us make this event a success for our community! 🌷

03/03/2026

Come out and enjoy your day with us for our Easter Eggstravaganza! It will be held on Saturday, March 28th, 2026 as we know families will have plans the weekend of Easter. We will have games crafts, face painting, food and so much more! Please share this and come have some family fun with us!

01/06/2026

Before and After

Restoring dignity. Preserving history.
This transformation is part of our ongoing commitment to bring Forest Park Cemetery back to peak condition—one section at a time. Every headstone, every tree, every pathway deserves care and respect.

11/11/2025

🇺🇸 Honoring Our Veterans 🇺🇸

Today, we proudly pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our nation with courage, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication.

As we walk the grounds of this cemetery, we are reminded of the tremendous heroes laid to rest here—each with a story of service that helped shape the freedoms we cherish today.

May we never forget their legacy.
May we always speak their names.
May we honor them not just today, but every day.

Thank you, Veterans.
Your service lives on in our hearts. ❤️🤍💙

10/23/2025

🍂 As the leaves change and the air grows crisp, we’re reminded of the beauty in every season of life. Autumn invites us to slow down, reflect, and cherish the memories of our loved ones who remain close in our hearts.
Take a moment this week to visit, reflect, and find peace in the quiet comfort of this season. 🍁

09/29/2025

🍂 Autumn Reflections 🍂
The leaves will soon begin to change, and with them comes a gentle reminder of the beauty in every season of life. As the colors of fall arrive, our cemetery remains a place of peace, reflection, and enduring love.

If there is anything we can do to assist you while visiting, please don’t hesitate to let us know. 🌿

"Like the autumn leaves, memories may fade from view, but love endures forever." 🍁