Forest Park West Cemetery

05/05/2026

We are hiring for a **Grounds Crew position** at Forest Park East and Forest Park West!

This is a hands-on role that requires reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to work as part of a team. **This is not a mowing job.**

**Requirements:**

* Must be able to lift **80 pounds or more**
* Equipment knowledge is a plus
* Must know how to **back up a trailer**
* Must be able to **take direction and follow instructions**

If you’re ready to work and take pride in maintaining beautiful grounds, we want to hear from you.

**Apply in person at:**
Forest Park Cemetery West or Forest Park Cemetery East

05/01/2026

Our hearts are heavy as we reflect on the tragic loss that has impacted eight innocent children and their families.

At Forest Park Cemetery, we believe it is our responsibility to stand beside our community not only in service, but in compassion. We are honored to provide burial spaces and vaults for these children, ensuring they are laid to rest with dignity, care, and respect.

This is not just about services—it is about supporting families during one of the most unimaginable times in their lives. We are keeping each family in our thoughts and prayers and remain committed to helping in any way we can.

In times like these, our community’s strength comes from coming together, uplifting one another, and showing kindness in the face of heartbreak.

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.

04/08/2026

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.

04/07/2026

We appreciate your patience as we continue working on tree removal throughout the cemetery. This process is part of our ongoing efforts to maintain a safe and well-kept environment for all families and visitors.

Our team is actively clearing and improving areas, and we thank you for your understanding during this time. We’re committed to making these grounds a place of peace and beauty for everyone who visits.

04/02/2026

🚨 Now Hiring Groundsmen 🚨

We are looking for hardworking and reliable individuals to join our team!

💲 Pay based on experience

🛠️ Duties include:
• Setting up graveside services
• Maintaining graves and cemetery grounds
• Installing monuments and footmarkers
• General grounds maintenance

✅ Requirements:
• Must be able to lift 60+ lbs
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions
• Must be dependable and ready to work

If you’re ready to get started right away, go to either Forest Park West Cemetery or Forest Park Cemetery to apply!

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." 🍁

09/18/2025

🌿 We want to share an update with you all. Our team is continuing to work section by section—raising and leveling downed monuments, filling sunken graves, and clearing away debris and brush.

The kind words and positive comments we’ve received truly mean the world to us. Your encouragement reminds us why this work is so important, and we are fully committed to continuing this progress to restore and maintain our cemeteries with the care they deserve.

If you ever notice something that needs extra attention, please don’t hesitate to contact our office or send us a direct message here on Facebook.

Thank you all for your continued support—it makes all the difference. 🌹

09/11/2025

📅 September 11, 2001 – We Remember

Today, we pause to honor the lives lost, the families forever changed, and the heroes who rose with courage on one of our nation’s darkest days.

As we reflect on this anniversary, may we never forget the importance of unity, compassion, and resilience. 🇺🇸✨

Let us keep in our hearts all who were taken too soon, those who sacrificed to protect others, and the countless lives touched by the tragedy of September 11th.

We Remember. We Honor. We Will Never Forget.