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About Us

Who we are

Celebrating life since 1973

As a proud member of the Baltimore community since 1973, we're honored to help families celebrate their loved ones. We pledge to ensure that every funeral and memorial service is deeply personal, fostering healing and remembrance.

What we stand for

Our promise

Today, tomorrow, and forever, our commitment to you stays the same.

Dignity

Every life is unique, and we promise to honor and respect each journey, crafting ceremonies that reflect each individual.

Guidance

Navigating grief can be overwhelming; we stand by you, providing direction and solace every step of the way.

Legacy

Beyond a service, we're committed to helping families create lasting tributes that transcend generations.

Our story

Fifty years ago, the Baltimore African-American community did not have a well kept cemetery to call its own, and the historic black cemeteries were in a state of neglect. Four funeral directors, including William C. March, decided to open a new cemetery for the black community. They purchased fifty acres in Baltimore County at a time when few blacks lived in the area. But this rural countryside provided open green pastures, and the promise of accommodating the memorialization needs of African-American families far into the future. They named the cemetery King Memorial Park.

After struggling for more than fifteen years, the March family acquired full ownership of the cemetery and embarked on a long term mission to make King Memorial Park the best and most affordable resting place for the heritage of the African American community. As King Memorial Park’s president, Erich March continuously looks for ways to improve and differentiate the memorial site. He not only focuses on the landscape and memorial features but works toward developing a staff of counselors to assist families in making burial decisions. In addition to the African American community, the cemetery serves the distinct needs the traditions and traditions of Baltimore’s Islamic Community.

Many of Baltimore’s most famous citizens rest at King Memorial Park. They include Bea Gaddy, the Mother Teresa of Baltimore; Slappy White, TV comedian; Jim Parker, Football Hall of Famer; Enolia McMillan, former President of the NAACP…to name a few. King Memorial Park continues to live up to its motto: “A Cemetery you can be proud of, where memories are preserved.”

300K+

Legacies Honored

51

Years in Business

5M+

Moments Remembered

Our Location

A place of healing

We welcome you to explore the King Memorial Park facilities, and invite you to discover a comforting and peaceful place to honor your loved one.

People walk along a path surrounded by trees as the sun sets behind them in the evening.
People gather around a stone monument at sunrise, enjoying the view and taking pictures.
A wind sculpture rotates slowly in a grassy area of a park. Trees surround the space and path.
The building stands in a natural setting surrounded by trees and blue sky.
A cross stands in a cemetery as the sun sets, casting shadows across the green grass and pathways.
A small water feature with rocks and a metal platform sits in a park. Grass surrounds the area.
A statue is placed in the center of a park with people sitting nearby and trees in the background.
A stone structure stands in a green garden with bushes and grass during sunset in a rural setting.
People walk on a bridge looking at green hills and trees in a sunny park during daytime.
People see shadows of birds on the grass as they enjoy a sunny day at King Park.
We're here for you

We exist to serve the unique needs of every family

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Seamless Arrangements

We'll help you with everything you need with a simple step-by-step process for all of your funeral, cremation and cemetery plans.

Family members stand by a table with flowers and a portrait, remembering a loved one together.

Unique Funerals and Tributes

Every individual is unique. Which is why we offer fully customizable memorial services designed just for your family.

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A place for everyone

Welcoming every tradition and every budget, King Memorial Park offers meaningful burial and cremation options for all people—of every faith, background, and walk of life.

Reviews

Hear from the families we've served

“Beautiful, well maintained and serene location.”

Author: Gomargo rated with 5 stars

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Plan Ahead

Plan for the future, today

Pre-planning lets your loved ones focus on honoring life instead of hashing out details. Learn the choices you can make now, so a future funeral becomes more of a celebration than a burden.