Markita Grant
Owner
Markita Grant, owner of Bayou Funeral Services, LLC, is a dedicated community leader and educator who has proudly served the Houma community for more than 11 years.
Throughout her career in education, Markita has served as a Principal at several schools and currently serves as the Assessment and Accountability Supervisor for the Terrebonne Parish School System. Her commitment to education, leadership, and serving others has allowed her to make a meaningful impact on the families and communities she serves.
Markita is also an active member of the National Association of University Women, Inc., Terrebonne Branch, and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Phi Rho Omega Chapter. Her continued involvement in community service reflects her genuine passion for helping others and making a positive difference in the lives of those around her.
As the owner of Bayou Funeral Services and a Funeral Director Intern, Markita is bringing together her leadership experience, compassion for people, and commitment to community service to create a funeral home built around the families it serves.
Her vision for Bayou Funeral Services is simple yet meaningful: to bridge the gap and bring affordable, compassionate funeral services back into the community, ensuring that families have access to dignified and meaningful options during some of life's most difficult moments.
For Markita, serving families is more than a profession—it is a calling. She is honored to provide families with guidance, compassion, dignity, and personalized care when they need it most.
Markita Grant
Owner
Markita Grant, owner of Bayou Funeral Services, LLC, is a dedicated community leader and educator who has proudly served the Houma community for more than 11 years.
Throughout her career in education, Markita has served as a Principal at several schools and currently serves as the Assessment and Accountability Supervisor for the Terrebonne Parish School System. Her commitment to education, leadership, and serving others has allowed her to make a meaningful impact on the families and communities she serves.
Markita is also an active member of the National Association of University Women, Inc., Terrebonne Branch, and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Phi Rho Omega Chapter. Her continued involvement in community service reflects her genuine passion for helping others and making a positive difference in the lives of those around her.
As the owner of Bayou Funeral Services and a Funeral Director Intern, Markita is bringing together her leadership experience, compassion for people, and commitment to community service to create a funeral home built around the families it serves.
Her vision for Bayou Funeral Services is simple yet meaningful: to bridge the gap and bring affordable, compassionate funeral services back into the community, ensuring that families have access to dignified and meaningful options during some of life's most difficult moments.
For Markita, serving families is more than a profession—it is a calling. She is honored to provide families with guidance, compassion, dignity, and personalized care when they need it most.
Janee Grant
Co-Owner
Janee Grant, Co-Owner of Bayou Funeral Services, LLC, has proudly served families in the funeral service industry for 15 years. As a member of a family-owned and operated funeral home, Janee is deeply committed to creating a personal and meaningful experience for every family entrusted to Bayou Funeral Services.
Throughout her career, Janee has had the privilege of serving families throughout New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Morgan City, Louisiana, and the surrounding communities. Her experience across these diverse communities has given her a broad understanding of the unique traditions, cultures, and needs of the families she serves.
Janee has developed a deep appreciation for both the science and artistry of funeral service, finding purpose in restoring a sense of peace, dignity, and comfort to families during some of life’s most difficult moments. Her passion for funeral service extends beyond caring for the deceased; it is rooted in caring for the families who are left behind.
Throughout her career, Janee has managed several funeral homes, including a leadership role with one of the largest funeral service corporations in North America. Her extensive experience serving families throughout the New Orleans and Baton Rouge areas, Morgan City, and surrounding communities has strengthened her commitment to excellence, compassionate care, and personalized service.
A significant part of Janee’s passion is her commitment to making quality funeral service more accessible and affordable for families. She believes that families should be able to honor their loved ones with dignity and excellence without placing themselves in financial hardship. Through Bayou Funeral Services, she is committed to offering fair and affordable options without sacrificing quality, professionalism, dignity, or the high standards families deserve.
Janee is also passionate about financial education and helping families better understand how to prepare for the cost of final expenses. She believes every family should have access to information that can help them make informed decisions about life insurance, burial insurance, and other financial resources used to prepare for funeral expenses. Just as importantly, she believes families should understand the differences between these types of coverage, what each may provide, and how they may fit into their individual financial circumstances.
Her goal is not to place families into a one-size-fits-all solution, but to educate, listen, and help families identify options that align with their budget, lifestyle, and long-term needs. Janee believes that having the right knowledge and access to affordable options can give families greater confidence and peace of mind when planning for the future.
Janee believes families should be able to say goodbye to their loved ones beautifully and meaningfully while still being able to live and move forward afterward without the burden of unnecessary financial hardship. Her goal is to demonstrate that affordability and excellence can exist together—and that families should never have to choose between honoring their loved one and protecting their financial future.
Known for going above and beyond, Janee has dedicated her career to serving others with dignity, compassion, and genuine care. She takes great pride in being entrusted to care for families and their loved ones and considers it a privilege to serve during such an important and vulnerable time.
Through Bayou Funeral Services, Janee is committed to helping restore dignity and integrity to the funeral service profession. She believes families deserve transparency, honesty, respect, compassionate guidance, financial education, and fair pricing throughout the entire funeral planning process.
Her vision is simple: to serve families with excellence while keeping funeral care within reach for the communities she loves. She is passionate about creating a funeral home where families feel heard, respected, educated, and cared for—and where they can receive exceptional funeral service without unnecessary financial strain.
Janee is a Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer and remains dedicated to providing every family with exceptional care, professionalism, education, and the peace of mind they deserve.
“Serving families with dignity, compassion, and genuine care—while honoring their loved ones without compromising their future.”
Janee Grant
Co-Owner
Janee Grant, Co-Owner of Bayou Funeral Services, LLC, has proudly served families in the funeral service industry for 15 years. As a member of a family-owned and operated funeral home, Janee is deeply committed to creating a personal and meaningful experience for every family entrusted to Bayou Funeral Services.
Throughout her career, Janee has had the privilege of serving families throughout New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Morgan City, Louisiana, and the surrounding communities. Her experience across these diverse communities has given her a broad understanding of the unique traditions, cultures, and needs of the families she serves.
Janee has developed a deep appreciation for both the science and artistry of funeral service, finding purpose in restoring a sense of peace, dignity, and comfort to families during some of life’s most difficult moments. Her passion for funeral service extends beyond caring for the deceased; it is rooted in caring for the families who are left behind.
Throughout her career, Janee has managed several funeral homes, including a leadership role with one of the largest funeral service corporations in North America. Her extensive experience serving families throughout the New Orleans and Baton Rouge areas, Morgan City, and surrounding communities has strengthened her commitment to excellence, compassionate care, and personalized service.
A significant part of Janee’s passion is her commitment to making quality funeral service more accessible and affordable for families. She believes that families should be able to honor their loved ones with dignity and excellence without placing themselves in financial hardship. Through Bayou Funeral Services, she is committed to offering fair and affordable options without sacrificing quality, professionalism, dignity, or the high standards families deserve.
Janee is also passionate about financial education and helping families better understand how to prepare for the cost of final expenses. She believes every family should have access to information that can help them make informed decisions about life insurance, burial insurance, and other financial resources used to prepare for funeral expenses. Just as importantly, she believes families should understand the differences between these types of coverage, what each may provide, and how they may fit into their individual financial circumstances.
Her goal is not to place families into a one-size-fits-all solution, but to educate, listen, and help families identify options that align with their budget, lifestyle, and long-term needs. Janee believes that having the right knowledge and access to affordable options can give families greater confidence and peace of mind when planning for the future.
Janee believes families should be able to say goodbye to their loved ones beautifully and meaningfully while still being able to live and move forward afterward without the burden of unnecessary financial hardship. Her goal is to demonstrate that affordability and excellence can exist together—and that families should never have to choose between honoring their loved one and protecting their financial future.
Known for going above and beyond, Janee has dedicated her career to serving others with dignity, compassion, and genuine care. She takes great pride in being entrusted to care for families and their loved ones and considers it a privilege to serve during such an important and vulnerable time.
Through Bayou Funeral Services, Janee is committed to helping restore dignity and integrity to the funeral service profession. She believes families deserve transparency, honesty, respect, compassionate guidance, financial education, and fair pricing throughout the entire funeral planning process.
Her vision is simple: to serve families with excellence while keeping funeral care within reach for the communities she loves. She is passionate about creating a funeral home where families feel heard, respected, educated, and cared for—and where they can receive exceptional funeral service without unnecessary financial strain.
Janee is a Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer and remains dedicated to providing every family with exceptional care, professionalism, education, and the peace of mind they deserve.
“Serving families with dignity, compassion, and genuine care—while honoring their loved ones without compromising their future.”
Markita Grant
Owner
Markita Grant, owner of Bayou Funeral Services, LLC, is a dedicated community leader and educator who has proudly served the Houma community for more than 11 years.
Throughout her career in education, Markita has served as a Principal at several schools and currently serves as the Assessment and Accountability Supervisor for the Terrebonne Parish School System. Her commitment to education, leadership, and serving others has allowed her to make a meaningful impact on the families and communities she serves.
Markita is also an active member of the National Association of University Women, Inc., Terrebonne Branch, and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Phi Rho Omega Chapter. Her continued involvement in community service reflects her genuine passion for helping others and making a positive difference in the lives of those around her.
As the owner of Bayou Funeral Services and a Funeral Director Intern, Markita is bringing together her leadership experience, compassion for people, and commitment to community service to create a funeral home built around the families it serves.
Her vision for Bayou Funeral Services is simple yet meaningful: to bridge the gap and bring affordable, compassionate funeral services back into the community, ensuring that families have access to dignified and meaningful options during some of life's most difficult moments.
For Markita, serving families is more than a profession—it is a calling. She is honored to provide families with guidance, compassion, dignity, and personalized care when they need it most.
Markita Grant
Owner
Markita Grant, owner of Bayou Funeral Services, LLC, is a dedicated community leader and educator who has proudly served the Houma community for more than 11 years.
Throughout her career in education, Markita has served as a Principal at several schools and currently serves as the Assessment and Accountability Supervisor for the Terrebonne Parish School System. Her commitment to education, leadership, and serving others has allowed her to make a meaningful impact on the families and communities she serves.
Markita is also an active member of the National Association of University Women, Inc., Terrebonne Branch, and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Phi Rho Omega Chapter. Her continued involvement in community service reflects her genuine passion for helping others and making a positive difference in the lives of those around her.
As the owner of Bayou Funeral Services and a Funeral Director Intern, Markita is bringing together her leadership experience, compassion for people, and commitment to community service to create a funeral home built around the families it serves.
Her vision for Bayou Funeral Services is simple yet meaningful: to bridge the gap and bring affordable, compassionate funeral services back into the community, ensuring that families have access to dignified and meaningful options during some of life's most difficult moments.
For Markita, serving families is more than a profession—it is a calling. She is honored to provide families with guidance, compassion, dignity, and personalized care when they need it most.
Janee Grant
Co-Owner
Janee Grant, Co-Owner of Bayou Funeral Services, LLC, has proudly served families in the funeral service industry for 15 years. As a member of a family-owned and operated funeral home, Janee is deeply committed to creating a personal and meaningful experience for every family entrusted to Bayou Funeral Services.
Throughout her career, Janee has had the privilege of serving families throughout New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Morgan City, Louisiana, and the surrounding communities. Her experience across these diverse communities has given her a broad understanding of the unique traditions, cultures, and needs of the families she serves.
Janee has developed a deep appreciation for both the science and artistry of funeral service, finding purpose in restoring a sense of peace, dignity, and comfort to families during some of life’s most difficult moments. Her passion for funeral service extends beyond caring for the deceased; it is rooted in caring for the families who are left behind.
Throughout her career, Janee has managed several funeral homes, including a leadership role with one of the largest funeral service corporations in North America. Her extensive experience serving families throughout the New Orleans and Baton Rouge areas, Morgan City, and surrounding communities has strengthened her commitment to excellence, compassionate care, and personalized service.
A significant part of Janee’s passion is her commitment to making quality funeral service more accessible and affordable for families. She believes that families should be able to honor their loved ones with dignity and excellence without placing themselves in financial hardship. Through Bayou Funeral Services, she is committed to offering fair and affordable options without sacrificing quality, professionalism, dignity, or the high standards families deserve.
Janee is also passionate about financial education and helping families better understand how to prepare for the cost of final expenses. She believes every family should have access to information that can help them make informed decisions about life insurance, burial insurance, and other financial resources used to prepare for funeral expenses. Just as importantly, she believes families should understand the differences between these types of coverage, what each may provide, and how they may fit into their individual financial circumstances.
Her goal is not to place families into a one-size-fits-all solution, but to educate, listen, and help families identify options that align with their budget, lifestyle, and long-term needs. Janee believes that having the right knowledge and access to affordable options can give families greater confidence and peace of mind when planning for the future.
Janee believes families should be able to say goodbye to their loved ones beautifully and meaningfully while still being able to live and move forward afterward without the burden of unnecessary financial hardship. Her goal is to demonstrate that affordability and excellence can exist together—and that families should never have to choose between honoring their loved one and protecting their financial future.
Known for going above and beyond, Janee has dedicated her career to serving others with dignity, compassion, and genuine care. She takes great pride in being entrusted to care for families and their loved ones and considers it a privilege to serve during such an important and vulnerable time.
Through Bayou Funeral Services, Janee is committed to helping restore dignity and integrity to the funeral service profession. She believes families deserve transparency, honesty, respect, compassionate guidance, financial education, and fair pricing throughout the entire funeral planning process.
Her vision is simple: to serve families with excellence while keeping funeral care within reach for the communities she loves. She is passionate about creating a funeral home where families feel heard, respected, educated, and cared for—and where they can receive exceptional funeral service without unnecessary financial strain.
Janee is a Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer and remains dedicated to providing every family with exceptional care, professionalism, education, and the peace of mind they deserve.
“Serving families with dignity, compassion, and genuine care—while honoring their loved ones without compromising their future.”
Janee Grant
Co-Owner
Janee Grant, Co-Owner of Bayou Funeral Services, LLC, has proudly served families in the funeral service industry for 15 years. As a member of a family-owned and operated funeral home, Janee is deeply committed to creating a personal and meaningful experience for every family entrusted to Bayou Funeral Services.
Throughout her career, Janee has had the privilege of serving families throughout New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Morgan City, Louisiana, and the surrounding communities. Her experience across these diverse communities has given her a broad understanding of the unique traditions, cultures, and needs of the families she serves.
Janee has developed a deep appreciation for both the science and artistry of funeral service, finding purpose in restoring a sense of peace, dignity, and comfort to families during some of life’s most difficult moments. Her passion for funeral service extends beyond caring for the deceased; it is rooted in caring for the families who are left behind.
Throughout her career, Janee has managed several funeral homes, including a leadership role with one of the largest funeral service corporations in North America. Her extensive experience serving families throughout the New Orleans and Baton Rouge areas, Morgan City, and surrounding communities has strengthened her commitment to excellence, compassionate care, and personalized service.
A significant part of Janee’s passion is her commitment to making quality funeral service more accessible and affordable for families. She believes that families should be able to honor their loved ones with dignity and excellence without placing themselves in financial hardship. Through Bayou Funeral Services, she is committed to offering fair and affordable options without sacrificing quality, professionalism, dignity, or the high standards families deserve.
Janee is also passionate about financial education and helping families better understand how to prepare for the cost of final expenses. She believes every family should have access to information that can help them make informed decisions about life insurance, burial insurance, and other financial resources used to prepare for funeral expenses. Just as importantly, she believes families should understand the differences between these types of coverage, what each may provide, and how they may fit into their individual financial circumstances.
Her goal is not to place families into a one-size-fits-all solution, but to educate, listen, and help families identify options that align with their budget, lifestyle, and long-term needs. Janee believes that having the right knowledge and access to affordable options can give families greater confidence and peace of mind when planning for the future.
Janee believes families should be able to say goodbye to their loved ones beautifully and meaningfully while still being able to live and move forward afterward without the burden of unnecessary financial hardship. Her goal is to demonstrate that affordability and excellence can exist together—and that families should never have to choose between honoring their loved one and protecting their financial future.
Known for going above and beyond, Janee has dedicated her career to serving others with dignity, compassion, and genuine care. She takes great pride in being entrusted to care for families and their loved ones and considers it a privilege to serve during such an important and vulnerable time.
Through Bayou Funeral Services, Janee is committed to helping restore dignity and integrity to the funeral service profession. She believes families deserve transparency, honesty, respect, compassionate guidance, financial education, and fair pricing throughout the entire funeral planning process.
Her vision is simple: to serve families with excellence while keeping funeral care within reach for the communities she loves. She is passionate about creating a funeral home where families feel heard, respected, educated, and cared for—and where they can receive exceptional funeral service without unnecessary financial strain.
Janee is a Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer and remains dedicated to providing every family with exceptional care, professionalism, education, and the peace of mind they deserve.
“Serving families with dignity, compassion, and genuine care—while honoring their loved ones without compromising their future.”
Cedrick L. Lawson, CFSP, CFSGM
Managing Partner | Licensed Embalmer & Funeral Director
Cedrick L. Lawson, CFSP, CFSGM, Licensed Embalmer, Funeral Director and Managing Partner of Bayou Funeral Services, LLC, was reared in funeral service and brings more than 25 years of experience to the profession and the communities he serves.
With a genuine heart for service to his fellowman, Cedrick believes that caring for families before, during, and after life’s most difficult moments is both a calling and a responsibility that should never be taken lightly. The trust families have placed in him throughout the years remains one of his greatest honors and continues to be reflected in the meaningful relationships he has built throughout the communities he has served.
As a member of a family-owned and operated funeral home, Cedrick believes funeral service should be personal. Families should never feel like they are simply receiving a service—they should feel that they are being cared for by professionals who genuinely understand the importance of their loved one and the significance of the moment.
Through his many years of service, Cedrick has had the privilege of building professional relationships with funeral service colleagues throughout the country. These trusted relationships allow him to assist families when a death occurs away from home, helping coordinate the necessary arrangements to bring their loved one home or provide meaningful services wherever the need may arise. He believes that distance should never prevent a family from receiving compassionate, professional guidance during their time of loss.
Cedrick’s advanced studies in funeral home management have further strengthened his commitment to professional excellence while allowing him to remain abreast of the evolving needs, practices, and trends within funeral service. He understands that no two families—and no two lives—are the same. Whether a family chooses a simple cremation, a traditional funeral, or an elaborate and personalized Celebration of Life, Cedrick believes every service should be carried out with the same level of dignity, attention to detail, professionalism, and genuine care.
Cedrick is also passionate about helping families understand that quality funeral service and affordability can coexist. He believes families should have meaningful choices and should never feel pressured to spend beyond their means in order to properly honor someone they love. His commitment is to provide families with options that respect their budget, lifestyle, traditions, and wishes, while never compromising the dignity, professionalism, quality, or standards of the service provided.
His principles of funeral service are rooted in a commitment to uphold the highest standards of service, respect, honor, dignity, and integrity. Cedrick recognizes the sacred and prestigious trust placed in the hands of a funeral director and believes that such trust carries a responsibility to serve every family with compassion, professionalism, honesty, and meticulous attention to detail.
At the heart of Cedrick’s philosophy is the belief that every life deserves to be celebrated, and every final farewell deserves to be dignified and presented with class. Regardless of circumstance, every family deserves a funeral professional who will listen, guide, educate, serve, and stand beside them throughout their journey.
As Managing Partner of Bayou Funeral Services, LLC, Cedrick remains committed to serving families throughout Houma and surrounding communities, while helping preserve the dignity and integrity of the funeral service profession.
At Bayou Funeral Services, we vow to serve each family as we would our own family—not simply providing a service for a day, but cultivating relationships built upon trust, compassion, honesty, and care that can grow into lifelong friendships.
For Cedrick, being a funeral director is more than a profession or a title—it is a lifelong pledge to serve humanity, comfort those who mourn, honor those who have passed, uphold the prestigious trust of funeral service, and above all, remain a friend to man.
Cedrick is licensed in Louisiana, Texas, South Carolina, and Hawaii.
“Every life deserves to be celebrated, and every farewell deserves to be dignified.”
Cedrick L. Lawson, CFSP, CFSGM
Managing Partner | Licensed Embalmer & Funeral Director
Cedrick L. Lawson, CFSP, CFSGM, Licensed Embalmer, Funeral Director and Managing Partner of Bayou Funeral Services, LLC, was reared in funeral service and brings more than 25 years of experience to the profession and the communities he serves.
With a genuine heart for service to his fellowman, Cedrick believes that caring for families before, during, and after life’s most difficult moments is both a calling and a responsibility that should never be taken lightly. The trust families have placed in him throughout the years remains one of his greatest honors and continues to be reflected in the meaningful relationships he has built throughout the communities he has served.
As a member of a family-owned and operated funeral home, Cedrick believes funeral service should be personal. Families should never feel like they are simply receiving a service—they should feel that they are being cared for by professionals who genuinely understand the importance of their loved one and the significance of the moment.
Through his many years of service, Cedrick has had the privilege of building professional relationships with funeral service colleagues throughout the country. These trusted relationships allow him to assist families when a death occurs away from home, helping coordinate the necessary arrangements to bring their loved one home or provide meaningful services wherever the need may arise. He believes that distance should never prevent a family from receiving compassionate, professional guidance during their time of loss.
Cedrick’s advanced studies in funeral home management have further strengthened his commitment to professional excellence while allowing him to remain abreast of the evolving needs, practices, and trends within funeral service. He understands that no two families—and no two lives—are the same. Whether a family chooses a simple cremation, a traditional funeral, or an elaborate and personalized Celebration of Life, Cedrick believes every service should be carried out with the same level of dignity, attention to detail, professionalism, and genuine care.
Cedrick is also passionate about helping families understand that quality funeral service and affordability can coexist. He believes families should have meaningful choices and should never feel pressured to spend beyond their means in order to properly honor someone they love. His commitment is to provide families with options that respect their budget, lifestyle, traditions, and wishes, while never compromising the dignity, professionalism, quality, or standards of the service provided.
His principles of funeral service are rooted in a commitment to uphold the highest standards of service, respect, honor, dignity, and integrity. Cedrick recognizes the sacred and prestigious trust placed in the hands of a funeral director and believes that such trust carries a responsibility to serve every family with compassion, professionalism, honesty, and meticulous attention to detail.
At the heart of Cedrick’s philosophy is the belief that every life deserves to be celebrated, and every final farewell deserves to be dignified and presented with class. Regardless of circumstance, every family deserves a funeral professional who will listen, guide, educate, serve, and stand beside them throughout their journey.
As Managing Partner of Bayou Funeral Services, LLC, Cedrick remains committed to serving families throughout Houma and surrounding communities, while helping preserve the dignity and integrity of the funeral service profession.
At Bayou Funeral Services, we vow to serve each family as we would our own family—not simply providing a service for a day, but cultivating relationships built upon trust, compassion, honesty, and care that can grow into lifelong friendships.
For Cedrick, being a funeral director is more than a profession or a title—it is a lifelong pledge to serve humanity, comfort those who mourn, honor those who have passed, uphold the prestigious trust of funeral service, and above all, remain a friend to man.
Cedrick is licensed in Louisiana, Texas, South Carolina, and Hawaii.
“Every life deserves to be celebrated, and every farewell deserves to be dignified.”
