Meet Our Caring Team

Steven was raised in Brooklyn Park and graduated from Park Center High School in 1980. He attended the University of Minnesota in search of a medical degree. While going to college, he worked at Hennepin County Medical Center in an Oncology Unit. Because of the life-changing experiences he had with these individuals and their family members, Steve changed his educational direction, and in 1985, he registered for the Mortuary Science Program at the University of Minnesota, graduating in 1987.

Steve and his wife, Monie, were married in 1985, and they live on a small hobby farm just north of Anoka. Steve and Monie are very actively involved with their children and with their church. 

Eliana is from Minneapolis. She has bachelor’s degrees in mortuary science and in sociology of law, criminology and justice. Eliana has spent time working as a night attendant and doing clinical rotations at funeral homes. She received her cremation certificate in 2023. Eliana chose this career path because she wanted to diversify the funeral service profession and make every individual and community feel like they have a place to go in their greatest time of need. She values kindness and enjoys meeting new people every day.

Outside of work, Eliana’s hobbies include painting, playing drums, and playing the piano. She also likes soccer and volunteers as a youth coach. She has three nieces and two nephews. 

Keri graduated from Forest Lake Senior High School in 2003 and earned a bachelor’s degree in business management from St. Cloud State University. She previously worked as a realtor and in management and sales for various corporations. Keri chose to serve families at the funeral home to help make a difference in the lives of others in her community. 

Outside of work, Keri likes working out and being active outside, especially hiking. She enjoys spending time with friends and playing with her nieces and nephew. Keri has three Dachshunds named Archie, Murphy, and Willie.

Laura was born and raised in Buffalo, MN. After high school, she went to college to become a professional photographer and then again to be a park ranger. After working in customer service for around 20 years, she decided to go to school a third time. She then attended the University of Minnesota Program of Mortuary Science where she graduated in 2017 with a bachelor’s degree. 

Laura lives with her two dogs, Ragnar and Taz. She enjoys going to concerts and spending time with friends, family, and dogs.