Antonio M. Goodwin, affectionately known as “T-Good,” or “Tony” was born on July 30, 1969, in Magee, Mississippi to John and Shirley Goodwin. He was a proud graduate of Washington Park High School. Tony went on to earn his certification in Mechanical Maintenance Technology from Gateway Technical College. This accomplishment led him to a successful career working in various factories, where he was known for his strong work ethic and dedication.   Throughout the years, Tony also held many roles in the retail industry and became widely known on the South Side for his work in automotive window tinting — earning the nickname “The Tint Man.” His passion for his craft and his community made him a well-loved figure among those who knew him.   Tony took great pride in being a devoted son to his father, John Goodwin, and in his role as a father to his children, Amethyst (Deonte) Goodwin and Armani Goodwin. He was a cherished grandfather to Dezoryon, Dekyrie, and Demani Westmoreland — a role he deeply valued and embraced with love.  As the only brother to his sisters — Vanessa Dumas (Enterprise, Mississippi), Antionette and Karen Goodwin (Racine, Wisconsin), Tony was a protective and caring sibling. He was also a beloved uncle to Kalondya, Amber, D’Iran, Aaron, Kayton and Addison Dumas, Kasant Wilkerson II, and Karl McNeil II, and a great-uncle to Kylan, Braxsten, Messiah, and Mason Dumas.  Tony shared many meaningful years with his special friend and former wife, Noelle Goodwin. His life was enriched by the love and support of his extended family, including his cherished aunts and uncles: Mary Floyd, Carol (David) Showers, WC (Vernice) Floyd, Kent Floyd, Shirley Oliver, Betty and Benny Goodwin.  Tony is preceded in death by his loving mother Shirley Goodwin, Grandson Princeton Westmoreland, Grandparents: CW & Savannah “SJ” Floyd, Dave & Alice Goodwin and a host of other relatives.  His Legacy lives in the hearts of a host of relatives, friends, and all who had the pleasure of knowing him. He will be remembered for his warm spirit, infectious smile, and unwavering love for his family.

Funeral Services will be held Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. in St, Paul’s Missionary Baptist Church, 1120 Grand Avenue. The family will receive guests on Saturday, July 19, 2025 at the church from 10:00a.m. until the service.

Antonio Green’s New Webinar Will Help You Shape Your Vision for Ultimate Business Success

Most every deathcare professional is drawn to the field for reasons that are vastly different from those common in other industries. It’s a calling, not a career. It’s a ministry, not a business. But the reality is that it’s all of those things, and to succeed, you must be equipped with the right skills, tools, and mindset for creating and maintaining a sustainable, flourishing business while you serve your families and your community.

Antonio Green is here to help you shape and implement your unique vision for personal and professional success. Join Green on Tuesday, January 28 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern for “Breaking Through Barriers: Proven Strategies to Transform Your Business and Yourself in 2025” — a free, online, and interactive course that will cover a wide range of business-building topics with a focus on deathcare, but with tips and advice that could help anyone succeed in growing a profitable business in any industry.

It starts with a strong foundation

A fourth-generation funeral director, published author, and co-owner and manager of 106-year-old family-owned James H. Cole Home for Funerals in Detroit, Michigan, Green has been in (and is still wearing) your shoes. He’s experienced the ups and downs of funeral home management and ownership, and he’s learned what works — and what doesn’t — when it comes to growing your deathcare business. 

“There are plenty of things I’ve tried that haven’t worked out,” Green says, “but there are more things that have worked and are still working. In this webinar, I’ll offer practical insights and proven strategies for growth, efficiency, and personal development.”

In “Breaking Through Barriers,” Green will introduce a customizable plan for achieving your goals. Participants will learn how to build a strong foundation for transformative growth, how to leverage technology for efficiency and scale, how to identify new avenues for revenue, and create personal strategies for sustainable success.

Practical advice and tools for 2025 (and beyond)

Although deathcare is a profession that’s often considered too traditional or slow to evolve, that doesn’t have to be the case in your funeral home — especially when it comes to harnessing the power of technology. Green’s webinar will introduce you to some incredibly effective tools that you can easily implement for instant results. In the same way, he will share simple, concrete ideas for consistent revenue generation. 

“Especially now as the death rate has been going down over the last couple of years, we have to think about new revenue streams to offset that lack of revenue,” Green explains. “I’ll share some ideas for low-hanging fruit to pull in some extra revenue, to get you thinking outside the box.”

Green’s goal with the webinar is to empower attendees to establish a vision for their business, identify goals, and create a personalized action plan to achieve all your milestones along the way.

“What do you want your business to do, especially in 2025 going into 2026? Do you want it to grow? Are there milestones that you want to hit in the next few years?” Green asks. “Together, we will figure out what steps we need to take to get there and break it down into bite-sized pieces to achieve that goal. There’s not going to be a one-size-fits-all plan for everyone, so I’ll help you think it through individually.”

“Breaking Through Barriers” is limited to 250 attendees, so register today to secure your spot. The live webinar is free and a recording will be available at no cost. 

“I think starting the year off on a good foot will be a good thing,” Green says. “I think you’ll enjoy it!”

Antonio R. Medina, 27, passed away Friday, October 11, 2024 at St. Lukes Aurora Hospital, Milwaukee, WI.  Antonio was born July 4, 1997, the son of Jose D. and Cynthia (Nee:  Medina) Castro.  Antonio enjoyed life, spending time with his parents, family and his many special friends.  He also enjoyed taking his rod and reel and spending time fishing.  He loved watching the Packers and wrestling.  He could also be found playing on x-box.   Antonio will be deeply missed by his parents and his cats.  He will also be deeply missed by his family, Aunts Irma (Jose) Gomez, Norma Medina, Rachel Medina; Uncles Simon Medina, Jr., Gilbert (Consuelo)Medina, Joe Medina, Ezy Medina, Ruben (Stacy) Medina and Johnny Medina.  He will be missed by his cousins Leonardo Gomez, Ernest Chavez, Jr., Leticia Chavez, Rachael Chavez, Juanita (Janie) Rodriguez, Mariah Medina, Nicholas Medina, Ruben Medina, Jr. and Crystal Padilla. He also leaves behind his many special friends, Sara Neave, Ruperto Munoz, Angel Munoz, Giorgio Ramos, Luis and Miguel Ibarra, Ricardo Westman Patricio, Angela Nunez, Angela Nueze, Teilma Marquez and The Marquez family.   Antonio was preceded in death by his Maternal Grandparents Simon and Juanita Medina, Sr., His Paternal Grandparents Eustacio Castro and Maria DeJesus Sandoval, uncles Victor Medina and Robert Medina and cousin Esperanza Padilla. Funeral services for Antonio will be held Thursday, October 17, 2024 in Strouf Funeral Home, 1001 High Street at 6:00 p.m.  The family will receive guests in the funeral home from 4:00 p.m. until the time of service in the funeral on Thursday, October 17, 2024.  Father Jose Mario presiding.

“Big Shout out to Ernest Chavez, Jr. and Sara Neave for always being there for Antonio since day 1.”

Last week we noticed in this short announcement from Market Screener that Houston-based Service Corporation International (SCI) had acquired the Porter Loring Mortuaries based in San Antonio, Texas.  It appears that the Porter Loring Companies operated three funeral homes in the San Antonio, Texas, market.

According to information gleaned from the San Antonio Express-News, the family-owned Porter Loring Mortuaries were founded in 1918 and still operated by the Loring family.

Also, according to sources, Service Corporation International is North America’s largest “chain of funeral homes and cemeteries” with more than 1,400 operating locations.

Here is the website for the Porter Loring Mortuaries.

More news from Service Corporation International:

In this press release from Service Corporation International you can learn that a previously announced public debt offering was completed.  Here’s part of what that press release says:

“Service Corporation International announced today that it has successfully completed its previously announced public offering of $800 million aggregate principal amount of 5.750% Senior Notes due 2032.  The offering was made by means of an underwritten public offering pursuant to an effective shelf registration statement filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

The Company will use the net proceeds from the offering to repay the outstanding loans under its revolving credit facility and pay related fees, interest and expenses.”

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Join Us in San Antonio for the 2024 ICCFA Leadership Summit!

STERLING, VA (September 23, 2024)—The International Cemetery, Cremation, and Funeral Association (ICCFA) is excited to announce the 2024 ICCFA Leadership Summit, which will be held from October 15 to 17, 2024, at the prestigious St. Anthony Hotel in San Antonio, Texas. This year’s summit, designed with the utmost respect for your time and effort, promises to offer unparalleled opportunities for education, networking, and professional development tailored to today’s deathcare professionals’ unique challenges and needs.

What to Expect:

This year’s summit will feature insightful educational sessions, interactive workshops, and panel-style discussions led by some of the industry’s most respected leaders. Attendees will gain actionable insights on building a culture of excellence, leading with courage, and navigating the ever-evolving landscape of the deathcare profession, equipping them with practical strategies for their professional journey.

Key Highlights Include:

• Exclusive Educational Opportunities:
  • The Ritz-Carlton Leadership Center will facilitate a hands-on workshop, “A Culture of Excellence: Building Success from Within,” focused on best practices for empowering employees and enhancing the customer experience.
  • Brave Leadership Through Boundaries and Beyond, a powerful session with executive coach Kristi Mallory, where attendees will learn to lead with empathy, competence, and courage.
• Advocacy and Legal Updates:
  • Stay informed about the latest regulatory developments with a Government & Legal Affairs Committee Meeting & Update. The session is open to all attendees and will feature discussions on current legislative priorities impacting the deathcare profession, moderated by industry experts.
• Networking & Social Events:
  • Welcome Reception: Connect with colleagues and industry leaders while enjoying stunning views from the St. A Sky Terrace.
  • ICCFA Golf Tournament: Play at the beautiful Brackenridge Park Golf Course in a 4-person scramble, with transportation provided to and from the course.
  • Wine Tasting: Unwind at The St. Anthony Hotel while sampling an exquisite selection of wines from Becker Vineyard.
  • Optional Off-Site Property Tour: Join us to tour Mission Park Funeral Chapels, Cemeteries & Crematories, the oldest family-owned cemetery in San Antonio and the first perpetual care cemetery in Texas. The tour begins at Mission Park Funeral Chapels and Cemetery Dominion, featuring memorials from the late 1800s. It concludes at the new, state-of-the-art Mission Park Funeral & Life Center NW Facility, which is not yet open to the public.

Why Attend?

• Advocacy: Learn about key legislative and regulatory efforts shaping the future of the deathcare profession and discover how you can get involved.
• Networking: Engage with fellow professionals, make lasting connections, and exchange ideas with industry leaders during exclusive receptions and social events.
• Education: Through hands-on sessions led by renowned experts, you can elevate your leadership skills and gain valuable tools to transform your organization.

Registration Information:

Online registration will remain open until September 26, 2024, at 11:59 PM EDT. Secure your spot today for this transformative event!

• Member Price: $905
• Non-Member Price: $1,105

Hotel Accommodations: The St. Anthony Hotel offers a luxurious and historic stay in the heart of San Antonio. Rooms in the ICCFA block are available at a discounted rate of $239 per night (excluding taxes and fees) and can be booked until September 20, 2024, at 11:59 PM EDT. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience one of San Antonio’s premier hotels!

For more information on the event, including the full agenda and registration details, visit https://iccfa.com/fall/. We welcome you to San Antonio for the 2024 ICCFA Leadership Summit!

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Founded in 1887, the International Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Association is the only international trade association representing all cemetery, cremation, funeral and memorialization segments. The association comprises more than 10,000 members in the cemetery, funeral home and crematory industries, supplier and related businesses worldwide.