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Our Staff

Who We Are

Dedicated and compassionate professionals.

Our team includes extremely dedicated and compassionate professionals. Our employees value our community and are active in many local organizations including the Lion’s Club, Community Assistance Council, American Legion Auxiliary, Vietnam Veteran’s group, Serra Club, hospice organizations, and local churches and schools. We are involved in numerous community events throughout the year including many charity fundraisers. We are strongly committed to the community, as we are to each family we serve.

Steve Pierce
Steve Pierce
President / Funeral Director
Steve Pierce
President / Funeral Director

"Each funeral is an opportunity to paint a picture of a life and a way to capture the essence of someone you love."

Nicole Pierce
Nicole Pierce
After-Care Specialist
Nicole Pierce
After-Care Specialist

"Each funeral is an opportunity to paint a picture of a life and a way to capture the essence of someone you love."

Jim Dalton
Jim Dalton
Funeral Director
Jim Dalton
Funeral Director


Jordan Pierce
Jordan Pierce
Funeral Director
Jordan Pierce
Funeral Director

Jordan graduated from The University of Missouri - Columbia in 2019 with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Marketing and a minor degree in Film Studies. During his free time, he likes watching movies, cooking, and playing video games with his friends. He also enjoys learning about different mythologies and legends like Greek, Norse, Celtic, and Arthurian.

Jenny Mertes
Jenny Mertes
Community Service Director
Jenny Mertes
Community Service Director

Jenny received her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and came to us with many years of experience in human resources and small business accounting, in addition to extensive volunteer community service.


Jenny also serves on the Board of Directors of the South Kansas City Chamber of Commerce. She and her family have been active members of St. Thomas More parish for over 25 years.

Tana Pearson Blanco
Tana Pearson Blanco
Funeral Director
Tana Pearson Blanco
Funeral Director


Mary Brenner
Mary Brenner
Advanced Planning Director
Mary Brenner
Advanced Planning Director

Mary grew up in the Kansas City area and graduated from the University of Kansas. She has more than 30 years of experience serving clients in the employment and insurance industries.   Her daughter is her pride and joy. Mary enjoys spending time with family and friends, mowing, playing card and board games, and reading.

Terry Mendenhall
Terry Mendenhall
Embalmer & Funeral Director
Terry Mendenhall
Embalmer & Funeral Director

While originally from Pueblo, Colorado, Terry has called Kansas City home since receiving his Mortuary Science degree in 1989. Terry has four children, and his other interests include history.

Jim Larson
Jim Larson
Funeral Assistant
Jim Larson
Funeral Assistant


Doug Price
Doug Price
Funeral Assistant
Doug Price
Funeral Assistant


Tom Reagan
Tom Reagan
Funeral Assistant
Tom Reagan
Funeral Assistant


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