Stewart Enterprises, Inc.
1333 S. Clearview Parkway
Jefferson, LA 70121
504-729-1400
JEFFERSON, La. - Oct. 2, 2012 -- Stewart Enterprises, Inc.
(Nasdaq GS: STEI) reported today that it has purchased Garden
Oaks Funeral Home in Houston.
"I am proud that Garden Oaks Funeral Home has joined our
family of businesses serving the Houston market," said
President and Chief Executive Officer Thomas M. Kitchen. "Our
growth strategy involves seeking out and acquiring quality
businesses to complement our existing operations." Kitchen
said he is pleased that former owner/operator Dr. Charles Cho
will remain as a valued consultant. "Because of Dr. Cho's
leadership, this facility's strong reputation and high
standards will certainly enhance the service we provide
families."
Executive Vice President of Operations and Sales Kenneth G.
Myers is pleased to welcome the dedicated Garden Oaks Funeral
Home staff to Stewart's Southwestern Region team. "This
facility has been providing caring, quality service to
families since 1995," Myers said. "We look forward to
expanding our ability to now serve the multi-cultural
community of West Houston."
Founded in 1910, Stewart Enterprises, Inc. is the second
largest provider of products and services in the death care
industry in the United States, currently owning and operating
218 funeral homes and 141 cemeteries. Through its
subsidiaries, the Company provides a complete range of
funeral and cremation merchandise and services, along with
cemetery property, merchandise and services, both at the time
of need and on a preneed basis.
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