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Lincoln Cemetery Kicks Off the Holiday Season with First Annual Christmas Tree Lighting
Lincoln Memorial Group (LMG) proudly hosted its inaugural Christmas Tree Lighting at Lincoln Cemetery yesterday, bringing together over 50 members of the community to honor loved ones, celebrate the season, and witness the unveiling of the cemetery’s newly renovated chapel.
Families gathered to enjoy an evening of festive cheer, indulging in Christmas sweet treats and marveling at the beautifully restored chapel, which served as the perfect setting for the occasion. The event featured a stunning 16-foot Christmas tree adorned with ribbons, each bearing the names of loved ones, offering a poignant and heartfelt tribute. Guests also illuminated the chapel’s entrance with tea lights in lantern bags, lining the pathway in memory of those laid to rest at Lincoln Cemetery.
“This reflects Lincoln’s commitment to putting the community first, honoring loved ones, and creating a place of beauty and reflection,” said Raymond Burr, Chief Operating Officer of Lincoln Cemetery. “Our vision is to make Lincoln the most beautiful and premier cemetery in the Southeast. Christmas is a time of joy and reflection, and seeing families come together here reminds us of the vital role Lincoln plays in their lives.”
Shayda Frost, owner of Lincoln Cemetery, shared her excitement for the future:
“This is the start of many great community events at Lincoln. Seeing our beautifully restored chapel come alive with so many people celebrating this Christmas tree lighting warms my heart. When I took over Lincoln, my goal was to make it special again. In just one year, we’ve reinvested significantly into this cemetery to bring that vision to life. This is only the beginning—by this time next year, Lincoln will be even more beautiful, with even greater enhancements and more families joining us.”
Families in attendance expressed their joy that this special gathering will become an annual tradition. Many shared how much they value Lincoln Cemetery as an integral part of the community, describing it as an exceptionally special place that honors loved ones with care and reverence.
Lincoln memorial group welcomes former sci leader raymond burr as chief operating officer
Raymond Burr, newly appointed Chief Operating Officer of Lincoln Memorial Group
Atlanta, GA – Lincoln Memorial Group, one of the largest family-owned cemetery companies in Georgia, is delighted to announce the appointment of Raymond Burr as the Company’s new Chief Operating Officer (COO). This strategic hire underscores the Lincoln Memorial Group’s vision to transform into a best-in-class provider of end-of-life services.
Raymond brings more than 15 years of industry experience — including a proven track record of driving revenue growth and developing high-performing sales teams in the Atlanta market during his tenure at Service Corporation International (SCI), the largest funeral and cemetery company in North America.
“Raymond’s client-focused obsession and visionary leadership are precisely what we need to elevate Lincoln Memorial Group to new heights,” said Shayda Frost and Timothy Amoui, Owners of Lincoln Memorial Group. “This is more than just a hire—it’s a bold step toward achieving our ambitious vision for Lincoln 3.0 and fulfilling our mission to be the best in the community at honoring our community.”
Lincoln Memorial Group’s cemetery portfolio includes Lincoln Cemetery, one of the largest historically Black cemeteries in the United States. Lincoln Cemetery is the final resting place for many notable Atlanta citizens, including leading civil rights leaders Hosea Williams and Revs. Ralph David Abernathy. In addition to Lincoln Cemetery, the company operates Monte Vista Biblical Gardens and, in Decatur, Dawn Memorial Park and Washington Memorial Gardens, creating a network of historic cemeteries serving families across Atlanta.