About Us
The South Park Difference
Since 1934, we have been honored to deliver healing experiences to the Pearland community. We exist to serve the unique needs of every family. Learn our story. Lean on us. And let our expertise lead you through the best experience possible.
Our pledge
We’re here to give you care and comfort as we help guide you through the planning journey.
Our Story
We've learned a lot about caring for families over the years. We realize that we aren't just caring for a loved one, but the entire family. People come to us during their most difficult times, and we respond with kindness, understanding and expertise. Our goal is to make everyone feel at home as we work with them to create a memorable service in honor of a beautiful life.
Serenity for acres
Gentle rolling lawns with quiet walkways, picturesque statues and well-maintained landscaping contribute to the solemn beauty of South Park Cemetery. Dating back to the mid-1930s, South Park is one of the oldest cemeteries in the area. This perpetual care cemetery offers traditional ground burial, mausoleum entombment, custom family estate mausoleums and lawn crypts.
One-stop convenience
Known for its dignity, peace and serenity, South Park offers the one-stop convenience of an expansive funeral home, on-site crematory and cemetery.
Dedication, compassion & experience
We have built a reputation for excellence and are committed to creating a unique personalized experience for every individual. We know the importance of small details and assist in creating an experience that is just right for your needs and preferences. Whether it is a simple service or an elaborate one, we work diligently to ensure that it is a memorable experience.
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Our team
We're members of the local community who have many years of experience caring for families from all backgrounds and all walks of life. Families know they can count on us to provide them the comfort they need when they need it most.
Eddie Martinez
Area Managing Partner, Operations
Eddie Martinez born and raised in Houston Texas. Eddie had 3 children Alicia, Isaiah, and Reagan. Married to Maria his high school sweetheart for over 25 years. Eddie loves the ocean, fishing, and BBQ-ing for his family and friends. When able, Eddie loves to travel with his family.
Eddie started his career at the Guillen Funeral Home, located in Houston. He assisted with family visitations and removals after school. He also assisted the funeral home in keeping the cemetery clean by mowing the lawn. After attending school at Commonwealth Institute in Houston, Eddie started to work at Felix H. Morales Funeral Home while attending school.
After eight years Eddie and his family moved to San Antonio to work at Porter Loring Mortuary. After 10 years at the mortuary, Eddie and his family decided it was time to come back home to Houston. He started working as a Location Manager with SCI and is now the Area Managing Partner of Operations for South Park Funeral Home at NorthStar Memorial Group.
Rosa Soto
Funeral Home Manager
Rosa M. Soto began her career in the funeral profession in 1999, when she began working for a casket manufacturing company during her last year of high school, and continued as she served the local community at a family owned funeral home. Her dedication and commitment to serve would lead her to quickly be promoted and to seek her education becoming a licensed funeral director, embalmer and crematory operator.
In August 2022, Rosa joined SouthPark Funeral Home as a funeral director and embalmer. Her constant dedication, knowledge, and genuine commitment to serving families with care and compassion allowed her to obtain the Funeral Home Manager position at SouthPark in late July 2023.
Rosa has faced many challenges throughout her life journey, especially for the past 18 years, but she has never given up. Being a role model to her daughter and having her loving husband’s unconditional support and motivation, push her to keep excelling at what she loves: serving those in a time of need.
John Childers
Managing Partner, Family Service
John Childers started in the funeral services profession in 1995. He is a veteran and enjoys spending time with wife and family traveling, cooking and spending time fishing. He has been an instrumental part in helping South Park Funeral Home serve the many families in the Pearland community.
His top priority is leading and guiding the talented team of Family Service Advisors, in compassionately helping families through one of the most difficult times in their lives. John and the resilient team at South Park believe in our company culture, the four behaviors it represents are P.A.C.T: PASSION, ACCOUNTABILITY, COURAGE AND TRANSPARENCY, all while continuing their promise to go above and beyond the families they serve.
Vanessa Torres
Cemetery and Funeral Home Office Manager
Vanessa has been with South Park since 2013. She acknowledges the importance of being able to say a comforting word to those that have experienced a loss, with some of them coming back to say thank you, expressing their appreciation of her kind words of comfort. Vanessa loves being a part of such a wonderful team, where everybody works together. Coming to work is a delight for her, and doesn’t feel like a chore.
We illuminate paths to peace with personalized ceremonies and memorial tributes that honor your loved one.
What Families Are Saying
Scaletto Julie pia Linda Rosa Kim Vincent and ground cemetery for helping make my experience the best and very thankful they were able to help my family.
Author: Harry Nguyen rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I would like to thank Scaletto, Julie, Pia Linda, Rosa Kim, Vincent and the ground cemetery helpers for making my experience the best for my family and I. We were very pleased, thank you for also being so patient and kind.
Author: Vivian Nguyen rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Wonderful staff. They helped a lot during a stressful time and made me very comfortable. They are so nice and compasionate. I sent names previously as a thank you, but wanted to reiterate our appreciation.
Author: Joshua Cowan rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
The staff of Southpark went over and beyond to take care of the family of Maria T Martinez. Kudos to Pedro, Julie, Mary and Lisa. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Author: Isabel Martinez rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I am from the Philippines. I was not able to attend the funeral of my sister. Her 5th death anniversary was the 17th of November and at last we were able to come and we visited her grave. The whole place is cleaned and well maintained. I am glad I was able to pay respect to my sister.
Author: Joffie Allen rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I’d like to personally thank the front desk receptionist on November 9, 2023 for her assistance and professionalism. She was so caring and helpful while making sure to answer all of my questions. She is truly an amazing and kind person. Thank you
Author: Katherine Reyna rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
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