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.