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Our dedicated staff members are here to provide support, compassion, and information to help you through your journey of grief and the celebration of your loved one’s life.
Often times the families we serve only see us as the consummate 'funeral professionals'. In addition to taking very seriously our vocation of serving families through our funeral homes, we are every day people. We are your next door neighbors; we are parents and spouses and singles; we enjoy the companionship of pets; we are involved with our families and communities; we have hobbies and interests; we are military veterans and concerned US citizens; we have dreams and hopes and desires; we have disappointments and struggles; we know the joy-filled experiences of new life and we know the very difficult experiences of losing people we have loved. Please read on and get to know a bit about us as both professionals and as ordinary people, leading 'ordinary' lives, who happen to serve others extraordinarily.
To reach any of our caring staff members, please call us at (414) 476-0052 or (262) 827-0659.
As owner, my family has really appreciated the word-of-mouth advertising we have received over the years. We never lose focus of that. Outside of work, Pam and I enjoy watching our five children grow up right in front of our eyes and worry about their next chapter.
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I am a proud associate of Church and Chapel Funeral Services. Church and Chapel, so widely known today, started from modest family roots over fifty years ago. My father, Darwin, and his brother, Dale, founded Larsen Bros. Funeral Home back in the 1950’s. In the early 1990's dad originated Church and Chapel Funeral Service. As time evolved I purchased Larsen Bros. Funeral Home and my brother Ted purchased Church and Chapel Funeral Service. After merging the two companies in 2004, my brother and I are now continuing the family tradition that my father and uncle so dearly hoped for, arranging funerals for the many families that call on Church and Chapel in their time of need. Since the merger, we have now grown to seven locations, with an eighth location on the horizon.
I became a licensed funeral director in 1985, after having achieved a bachelor degree at the University of Wisconsin at Whitewater, followed by completion of mortuary studies at Milwaukee Area Technical College. When not involved in the day-to-day operations of Church and Chapel, I spend my leisure time either on the links at Oconomowoc Golf Club, boating with my two basset hounds, Hank and Daisy, and more importantly, spending time with my lovely new bride, Michele and children Chris and Haley. I also spend time on various charitable activities and am an active member of my community.
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I graduated from the Mortuary Science program at Milwaukee Area Technical College in 1975 and have worked in the Appleton area and in the Milwaukee area. I've been with Church and Chapel Funeral Home for ten. I also served for ten years with 128th Air Refueling Group of the Wisconsin Air National Guard. I have two children, a son, Russell, who is also a Funeral Director, and a daughter, Julie Ann. I enjoy traveling (my travels have included trips to Maui three times and Ireland). Some of my favorite cities in the U. S. are Savannah, Palm Springs, San Francisco, Las Vegas and New Orleans.
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I am one of the members of the Church and Chapel preparation team. I grew up in the lake country area, graduating from Oconomowoc High School. I received my bachelor's degree in bacteriology and biology, as well as my associates degree in funeral service. I appreciate all the challenges and rewards funeral service has to offer and thank everyone that has helped get me to this point and beyond.
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I have been with Church and Chapel since 2003. I started as a secretary and worked my way up to Funeral Director. When I'm not working I enjoy spending time with my husband and twin daughters.
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I have been a funeral director since 1974 and have worked for the Larsen family for the past twenty five years. It is an honor for me to be of service to our families.
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I am originally from Oak Creek and I have resided in the neighboring communities of South Milwaukee and Cudahy. I have had the pleasure of being a Funeral Director at Chruch and Chapel for over 17 years. What I have learned and continue to learn is that every individual, every family, every circumstance is unique. Our duties as funeral care providers are never the same day after day. I try to practice patience and compassion, both in my personal and professional life. During my free time, I enjoy spending precious time with family (including furry, four-legged members).
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Al has served the families of Southeastern Wisconsin for more that three decades.
Beginning his career as a funeral director was something he had aspired to from a young age. Coming from a family of engineers and other trades not associated with the profession, his choice surprised many.
He began his education at the University of Minnesota- Twin Cities where he was conferred a B.S. in psychology. Upon completion, he returned to the Milwaukee area where he enrolled in the Funeral Service Program at MATC. During his apprenticeship he worked and lived in a funeral home. His career has taken him across the country working at various funeral homes, joining Church and Chapel in 2003.
Al has been involved with and served as a member of the Milwaukee County Funeral Director, facilitated greif groups, and shares the joys and challenges of funeral directing at various career fairs and school presentations.
During his free time, Al enjoys spending time with his family, organic gardening, volunteer work, and home improvement projects.
Steve has been a funeral director for almost forty years and, except for a brief time up north, he has been with the Larsen Family since 1971. Managing Church and Chapel Cudahy location keeps Steve busy along with being in the Cudahy community as a member of the Cudahy-St. Francis Kiwanis Club and a member of the Nativity of the Lord Catholic Church. Steve likes all sports, with playing softball, bowling and fishing as his favorites.
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Debbie has been a funeral director since 1996 and, in addition to helping Steve manage the Cudahy location, she also oversees the cremation services offered by our funeral homes while helping families in all kinds of situations. Debbie has been with the Larsen Family for her entire career.
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I became licensed as a Funeral Director in 1980 and have been part of Church and Chapel since 1997. I really enjoy family activities during my free time.
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I have been in the funeral business for six years and with Church and Chapel for four years. I am very passionate about my work and family. I am happily married and have five beautiful children. My husband, Xay Xiong also works for Church and Chapel as a Directors Assistant. My children are my pride and joy and give me motivation to succeed. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family as well as outdoor activities. I am also very involved with the Hmong community and church activities.
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I reside in Bay View and have spent my entire life on the sout side of Milwaukee -where yuse guys know dat it's home to me. I have been a funeral director for over nearly thirty years.
I enjoy cooking and baking. Brownies are one of my favorite things to make.
I love all animals and currently have three dogs. I rescue cocker spaniels and work out three times per week.
As a volunteer guardian, I care for those who have no one left, as well as help with veterans and their needs.
My family is my love and I am especially proud of my grandchildren.
I was born and raised in Kenosha, WI. I graduated from the Funeral Service program at Milwaukee Area Technical College spring of 2010. I currently live in Cudahy, WI.
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I grew up in Appleton, WI and lived there through my high school years. After H.S., I graduated from Marquette University. I graduated from the Funeral Service program at Milwaukee Area Technical College and live in Cudahy, WI.
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I am originally from Brookfield, Wisconsin and graduated from Divine Savior Holy Angels High School. I earned my Associates Degree in Mortuary Science from Milwaukee Area Technical School in 1997. I also graduated from University of Wisconsin- Waukesha with an Associates Degree in Arts and Science and completed coursework at University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee, majoring in bio-chemistry.
I currently reside in Menomonee Falls with my husband, Jeff, where we are both active in our community. We are parishioners of St. Anthony Church and members of the Menomonee Falls Lions Club. I have an active role in our profession, as well. I am a board member for the Milwaukee-Waukesha County Funeral Directors Association. I enjoy spending time with family, our five fur children; Barnee, Ash, Jacob, Jethro and Mariah; and friends. In my free time, I like motorcycling, traveling, gardening and scuba diving. I also enjoy listening to a variety of music and frequenting concerts.
I like to encourage the families I meet to share their thoughts and ideas with me. That way, I can arrange a meaningful, appropriate funeral which will commemorate their loved one's life. I am committed to discussing every detail, while I guide them carefully and compassionately through each step of your grief journey; answering every question, offering suggestions, providing help in personalizing the service and creating the perfect "good-bye" for their loved one. It is my hope that they find a balance between the fond memories of the past and a hope for the future brought by each new day.
I have been a Licensed Funeral Director since 1991, earning my degree in Mortuary Science from Milwaukee Area Technical College. I am also a Certified Life Celebrant since 2011. I have lived in the Milwaukee Area my entire life, currently residing in New Berlin with my wife, Stacey, and 2 children, Dominic and Anna. In the fall/winter seasons, my home away from home is in Green Bay attending Green Bay Packers games as a season ticket holder and any hockey rink that my kids are playing at. In my spare time, I enjoy going up north to the cottage, fishing, boating, travelling, working around the house, and watching all sports.
When I meet with families my goal is to provide the most meaningful service and celebration of the life that was lived. My answers and my advice are solely based on your family's wishes.
I've been with Church and Chapel for nine years. I find working with our families a very rewarding experience. Jerry and I enjoy spending time with our family, especially our six grandchildren.
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I have been with Church and Chapel since 2006. My job includes preparing death certificates and other legal documents. I am married to Todd and recently had a son named Tristan in 2008. I enjoy working for Church and Chapel and helping the families we serve. In my spare time I enjoy being with my family and my pet dog, Snickers.
Mark has been employed since 2004 as a Maintenance Technician for Church and Chapel Funeral Homes. He takes great pride in the appearance of our buildings and the upkeep of the facilities.
Mark and Sandra have 3 children; Kaila, Erica, and Mark Jr. and enjoy spending time together boating, fishing and outdoor activities.
I proudly began my career with Church and Chapel in October of 1999. When not pre-planning funerals, I enjoy volunteering my time with homelss veterans advocating for the benfits they deserve and earned defending our great country. I have a 15-year old rescue dog, Bailey, and my mini-dachshund, Gracie, who is 13 years old. My hobbies include spending quality time with my family, obedience training and therapy dog visits to nursing homes and hospice facilities with Bailey. I also enjoy hiking, reading, knitting, and riding my Harley-Davidson motorcycle. I love spending time with my mother, exploring bookstores, coffee shops, dive bars, and traveling.
As a pre-planning counselor I help families pre-plan and document their wishes for any type of funeral services. I also help families plan when their loved ones are quite ill. I have the privilege of meeting such wonderful families, listening to their private thoughts and wishes, and helping them to make some important decisions regarding their end-of-life celebrations. I am married to my high school sweetheart, Bob, and we have two wonderful daughters, Jennifer and Olivia. We do enjoy our family time, camping, hiking and traveling.
I have experienced a great deal of personal satisfaction meeting and working with families as a pre-planning counselor for the Larsen Family for eleven years. My work entails assisting and providing guidance to those who wish to discuss and have documented their funeral plans in advance. Prior to my work as a pre-planning counselor, my sister and I owned a boutique and salon in the Brookfield area for several years. My greatest joy in life is time spent with my husband Dennis and our combined four children and eight grandchildren. Together, we enjoy cooking, hiking in the woods, travel, and the study for spiritual growth. We look forward to future travel destinations and hopefully more grandchildren.
