Category: Acquisitions

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Park Lawn Expands Presence in Mississippi

TORONTO, ON/HOUSTON, TX/March 2, 2026/ACCESSWIRE – Park Lawn Corporation (“Park Lawn” or “PLC”), is pleased to announce that, effective today, it acquired substantially all of the assets of South Mississippi Funeral Services, LLC, comprised of a group of businesses located in southern Mississippi (collectively, “SMFS”).  The SMFS acquisition significantly expands Park Lawn’s footprint in the Mississippi market through the addition of twenty (20) stand-alone funeral homes and two (2) combination funeral home and cemetery properties. “We are thrilled to expand our footprint in the State of Mississippi through the acquisition of these impressive businesses, all in furtherance of our strategic growth plan,” said Jennifer W. Hay, Chief Executive Officer of PLC.  Ms. Hay further commented, “The SMFS businesses have excellent

Park Lawn Expands Presence in Oklahoma

TORONTO, ONTARIO/February 12, 2026/ACCESSWIRE – Park Lawn Corporation (“Park Lawn” or “PLC”), is pleased to announce that, effective January 12, 2026, it acquired substantially all of the assets of Vondel L. Smith & Sons Mortuaries and Crematoriums as well as Heritage Burial Park at South Lakes, all located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma (collectively “Vondel”).  This transaction expands Park Lawn’s presence in the greater Oklahoma City market through the addition of two (2) stand-alone funeral homes and one (1) combination funeral home and cemetery property.  “We are excited to broaden our presence in the State of Oklahoma through the strategic acquisition of the Vondel businesses,” said Jennifer W. Hay, Chief Executive Officer of PLC.  Ms. Hay further commented, “These outstanding businesses

Park Lawn Announces Entry into the Oklahoma Market

TORONTO, ONTARIO/December 11, 2025/ACCESSWIRE – Park Lawn Corporation (“Park Lawn” or “PLC”), is pleased to announce that, effective December 1st, it acquired substantially all of the assets of Service Group of Oklahoma (collectively “SGOK”), a group of businesses consisting of eight stand-alone funeral homes with locations spanning the greater Oklahoma City market. “Entering Oklahoma marks an exciting milestone in our growth strategy. These eight locations have deep ties to the communities they serve, and we’re proud to support their continued tradition of excellence,” said Jennifer W. Hay, Chief Executive Officer of PLC.  Ms. Hay continued, “We are pleased to welcome Chad Vice, John Davenport and the entire SGOK team to Park Lawn.  Their passion, expertise and commitment to service make

Park Lawn Expands Presence in Georgia

TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / October 6, 2025 / Park Lawn Corporation (“Park Lawn“), is pleased to announce that, effective today, it acquired substantially all of the assets of Atlanta Crematory located in Stone Mountain, Georgia; Cremation Society of Georgia located in Atlanta, Georgia; Wages & Sons Funeral Home located in Stone Mountain, Georgia; Wages & Sons Funeral Home Gwinnett Chapel located in Lawrenceville, Georgia; and Wages & Sons Gwinnett Chapel Crematory located in Lawrenceville, Georgia (collectively “Wages“). This transaction strengthens Park Lawn’s presence in the greater Atlanta, Georgia market through the addition of two (2) stand-alone funeral homes as well as a cremation focused provider. Former owner, Jeffrey Wages, stated, “For over 50 years, my family has been privileged to serve

Park Lawn Expands Presence in Colorado

TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / May 28, 2025 / Park Lawn Corporation (“Park Lawn” or “PLC“), is pleased to announce that, effective today, it acquired substantially all of the assets of Hood Mortuary located in Durango, Colorado and in Pagosa Springs, Colorado (collectively “Hood“). This transaction further expands Park Lawn’s presence on the Colorado Western Slope through the addition of two (2) stand-alone funeral homes. “We are pleased to deepen our Colorado presence through the strategic acquisition of the Hood businesses,” said Jennifer W. Hay, Chief Executive Officer of PLC. Ms. Hay further noted, “these outstanding businesses will allow us to better serve the communities of the Western Slope and will be an excellent addition to our existing portfolio of high-quality businesses

Park Lawn Expands Presence in Illinois

TORONTO, ONTARIO/December 9, 2024/ACCESSWIRE – Park Lawn Corporation (“Park Lawn” or “PLC”) is pleased to announce that, effective today, it acquired substantially all of the assets of Fitzgerald Funeral Home & Crematory located in Rockford, Illinois, Burke-Tubbs Funeral Home – Freeport located in Freeport, Illinois; and Burke-Tubbs Funeral Home – Forreston located in Forreston, Illinois (collectively “Fitzgerald/Burke-Tubbs”).  The Fitzgerald/Burke-Tubbs acquisition deepens Park Lawn’s presence in the Illinois market through the addition of four (4) stand-alone funeral homes.  “We are thrilled to expand our operating presence in the State of Illinois through the strategic acquisition of the Fitzgerald and Burke-Tubbs businesses,” said J. Bradley Green, Chief Executive Officer of PLC.  Mr. Green further stated, “We are honored to welcome these esteemed

Park Lawn Further Expands in Texas Through Acquisition of Callaway Jones

TORONTO, ONTARIO/November 4, 2024/ACCESSWIRE -Park Lawn Corporation (“Park Lawn” or “PLC”) is pleased to announce that, today, it acquired substantially all the assets of Callaway-Jones Funeral Home and Crematory located in Bryan, Texas; Callaway-Jones College Station Funeral Planning Office located in College Station, Texas; Rest-Ever Memorial Park located in Bryan, Texas; and Cozart Funeral Home in Normangee, Texas (collectively “Callaway-Jones”).  The Callaway-Jones acquisition extends Park Lawn’s presence in the Texas market through the addition of two (2) stand-alone funeral homes, (1) planning center as well as one (1) stand-alone cemetery.  “We are excited to announce our partnership with a highly respected family that is deeply rooted in the Bryan-College Station community,” said J. Bradley Green, Chief Executive Officer of PLC.

Park Lawn Continues Growth Strategy by Expanding Presence in North Carolina and Central Texas and Announces Leadership Changes

TORONTO, ONTARIO/September 10, 2024/ACCESSWIRE – Park Lawn Corporation (“Park Lawn” or “PLC”) is pleased to announce that, on August 5, 2024, it acquired substantially all the assets of Carolina Memorial Park of Concord – Kannapolis located in Kannapolis, North Carolina; Carolina Memorial Park of Harrisburg – Charlotte located in Charlotte, North Carolina; and Whitley’s Funeral Home located in Kannapolis, North Carolina (collectively “Carolina-Whitley”).  The Carolina-Whitley acquisitions extend Park Lawn’s presence in the North Carolina market through the addition of two (2) stand-alone cemeteries as well as one (1) stand-alone funeral home.  In addition, Park Lawn is also excited to announce that, on September 9, 2024, it acquired substantially all the assets of Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Funerals & Cremations in Waco, Texas (“WHB”). 

Park Lawn Solidifies its Presence on the Colorado Western Slope

TORONTO, ONTARIO/February 20, 2024/ACCESSWIRE – Park Lawn Corporation (TSX: PLC, PLC.U) (“Park Lawn” or “PLC”) is pleased to announce that it has completed the acquisition of substantially all of the assets of Crippin Funeral Home located in Montrose, Colorado; Gunnison Funeral Services located in Gunnison, Colorado; and Grand View Cemetery located in Montrose, Colorado (collectively “Crippin”). The Crippin acquisition deepens Park Lawn’s footprint in the Colorado market through the addition of two (2) stand-alone funeral homes as well as one (1) stand-alone cemetery. “For 37 years, the Crippin businesses have proudly served Montrose and its surrounding communities. We take great pride in our ability to provide excellent professional service and guidance to our families at their time of need and

Park Lawn Expands its Presence in Sioux City Metropolitan Area

TORONTO, ONTARIO/October 16, 2023/ACCESSWIRE – Park Lawn Corporation (TSX: PLC, PLC.U) (“Park Lawn” or “PLC”) is pleased to announce that it has completed the acquisition of substantially all the assets of Christy-Smith Funeral Homes (collectively “Christy-Smith”) located in Sioux City, Iowa adding two (2) stand-alone funeral homes to Park Lawn’s footprint in the market.  “We are thrilled to join an organization that so closely aligns with our values and that we believe will continue the level of service and support Christy-Smith has offered the Sioux City community for over 100 years.  I am proud to continue the Christy-Smith legacy with Park Lawn,” said Dan Eckhoff, former owner of Christy-Smith. “We are excited to partner with Christy-Smith and further expand our

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