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Our Staff

Our compassionate team, rooted in the local community, is dedicated to providing unwavering support and guidance during difficult times and ensuring that every detail is handled with the utmost care, professionalism, and respect. We help families honor their loved ones with dignity and peace of mind.


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Our Values

At our core, we value putting family first, ensuring that every decision is made with their needs and well-being in mind. We are committed to compassion and integrity, providing honest support and heartfelt care during difficult times.

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Family First

We believe families experiencing a loss are our number one priority.

Compassion

Our staff offers compassionate support while guiding families through loss.

Integrity

Our staff shows integrity by handling every detail with honesty and respect.

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James "Jim" Riczo

President/CEO

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Nicole "Nikki" Stahl

Executive Assistant to the CEO

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David Engh

Funeral Director/FDIC

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Zachary Parnell

Funeral Director

With over two decades of dedicated service in the funeral profession, Zachary Parnell brings both experience and heart to every family he serves. A Licensed Funeral Director, Zach has guided countless families through their most difficult moments with compassion, respect, and professionalism.

Zach’s career has been defined by a commitment to excellence, from overseeing funeral home operations and growing teams, to providing personalized care that honors each life uniquely. His expertise spans all aspects of funeral service, including traditional funerals, cremation, and international shipping of loved ones — always ensuring every detail is handled with dignity and precision.

Beyond his professional role, Zach is a devoted husband to his wife and proud father to their daughter. Rooted in faith and guided by compassion, he believes in treating every family as if they were his own. Outside of work, Zach enjoys time outdoors, fishing, cars, and music — passions that remind him of the importance of family, tradition, and living fully.

Families who meet Zach quickly recognize not only his knowledge and experience, but also his warmth, sincerity, and ability to bring comfort during life’s hardest moments. His mission is simple: to serve with integrity, to honor every legacy, and to provide peace of mind when it is needed most.

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Ashley Schallmo

Executive Assistant/Funeral Director in Training

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Jonathan Fajardo

Bilingual Administrative Assistant