March 2019

Page A32 MARCH 2019 FUNERAL HOME & CEMETERY NEWS S ec t i on A • Family Owned and Operated • 20+ Years Industry Experience • New Product Increases Settlements • No Contracts... Free Recycling Tote Cremation Metal Recycling 800-664-8365 cremation metal recycling - responsible recycling charitable foundation cmr@metrocast.net www.cremationmetalrecycling.com Embalming and Restorative Arts Seminar May 16-17, 2019 Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science Pittsburgh, PA Whether you’re a novice embalmer or seasoned expert, you’re sure to leave this engaging seminar with advanced skills, ideas and knowledge that can be applied as soon as you return to your funeral home! nfda.org/embalmingseminar Live Embalming Demo! 2019_Embalming_NOMIS_Quarter Pg_Ad1.indd 1 2/6/19 9:08 AM News Association ContinueD Learn, Connect, Grow: 2019 NFDA Professional Women’s Conference from the Funeral Service Foundation during the rec- ognition luncheon. On Sunday, April 14, choose between concur- rent workshops: Tech- niques for Edema and Long Bone Donation presented by Adam Rogalsky, The Dodge Company or How End-of-Life Doulas Are Changing the Face of Dying presented by Henry Fer- sko-Weiss, International End of Life Doula Asso- ciation. Patti Wood will present the closing session, Success Signals: Body Lan- guage in Business. “I am so proud to be a woman professional in such an important field as this,” said another 2018 Profes- sional Women’s Conference attendee. “I appreciate the opportunity to be able to network with other women in my field at a conference set aside especially for us. It is so uplifting to share sto- ries, challenges and success and to encourage each oth- er as we continue to serve in a field that is emotionally difficult at times.” The Funeral Service Foundation will award up to 10 Professional Wom- en’s Conference scholar- ships that will cover reg- istration and event fees, two nights of accommoda- tions at Hotel Annapolis, and up to $500 in travel reimbursement. The Pro- fessional Women’s Con- ference scholarships are part of the Foundation ‘45 Awards, which are designed to transform the careers of funeral service profession- als through scholarships, awards, resources and mis- sion-focused outreach. Located in the heart of Annapolis, within minutes of the Chesapeake Bay, the Hotel Annapolis offers convenient access to many of the capitol’s attractions. Whether attendees want to sip a latte while browsing the waterfront boutiques, explore historic sites on a guided tour or visit the United States Naval Acad- emy, they’re sure to keep busy during their down- time. Complete details about the NFDA Professional Women’s Conference, in- cluding registration and hotel information, can be found on the NFDA web- site, www.nfda.org/pwc. Continued from Page A28 Selected Independent Funeral Homes honors John Devaney with 2019 NextGen Professional of the Year Award John Devaney DEERFIELD,IL— Selected Independent Funeral Homes has named John Devaney of Baue Funeral Homes, Crematory and Cemetery in St. Charles, MO as the 2019 recipient of its NextGen Professional of the Year Award. Devaney was honored at a ceremony at the Welcome Reception of the group’s l NextGen Seminar, held January 27-31 at the Club Med Turkoise, in Turks acumen and provide the tools to target and improve countless aspects of the business. Over the last two years, Devaney took on two struggling businesses under the Baue brand and succeeded in creating prof- itability and stability for both. “What makes John stand out from other suc- cessful next generation leaders is his communi- ty involvement. To lead a successful organization takes hard work and dedication. Actively engaging this same philosophy into the community is something to admire,” said Milva Finnegan, contracts manager and CEO of Karhu LLC. In 2014, Devaney graduated from the Selected Lead- ership Academy as a member of the inaugural class. “John brought a lot of positive energy and helpful perspective as well as support to his classmates and all Academy members. John has also continued to be an active Alumni member,” said Academy Dean Mar- guerite Ham. Selected Independent Funeral Homes created Next- Gen to develop young funeral professionals as well as acknowledge those new to the profession. The four- day NextGen Seminar, held annually, offers education- al and networking sessions for its participants. Further information on Selected Independent Funeral Homes can be found at www.selectedfuneralhomes.org. and Caicos Islands. Recip- ients are presented a phys- ical award and reimbursed for the meeting registra- tion. The award highlights career achievements, com- munity involvement and achievements of funer- al professionals under the age of 50. Over the years, Devaney has grown from an appren- tice funeral director to vice president of the firm. During that time, he has become a husband, a fa- ther, a valued team mem- ber, a mentor to younger staff members and a life- time learner who leads by example every day. While balancing working full-time at the firm with his personal and volun- teer obligations, Devaney also earned his MBA that helped hone his business Digital Directory Now Available Call 1-800-321-7479 Only $125.00 Visit www.nomispublications.com Read the Funeral Home & Cemetery News Electronic Version Search the Online Directories