Page A14 MAY 2022 FUNERAL HOME & CEMETERY NEWS Se c t i on A Call 651-450-7727 to request a wholesale catalog, Our Extra-Large Cremains Bags (13”x 15”) are perfectly sized for the Standard Plastic Human Service Urn. or visit UrnBags.com to order some bags. Just $2.90 each*. * Bags sold in multiples of 10 Choose from Black, Blue, or Burgundy J t $3.10 each* Choose fr m Black, Blue, rgundy, Green or Gray Kryptniche Krypturn Krypturn with Casket Only kryprotek.com cneal@wilbert.com 800-826-9406 Quality Products From Convert unsold crypts into profitable niches Krypturn with Kryprotek Krypturn with bag & tray Mausoleum Protection Krypr teK Scan QR for our website 1-888-792-9315 • mymortuarycooler.com Mortuary Coolers starting at $5,899 These women stand out! Whether continuing their family’s legacy or taking a leap of faith into the profession, they have become leaders through hard work and dedication to the Funeral Service Industry. As managers, owners, role models and mentors, each of these women have an inspiring vision, and have used their talents to help others. These leaders encourage creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and teamwork. They empower and motivate others – connecting their personal goals to their professional goals – leaving a legacy of insight and professionalism. Let’s recognize their achievements! By Elleanor Starks, cfsp Founder and Executive Director 100 Black Women of Funeral Service, Inc. Phenomenal Women in Leadership 100 Black Women of Funeral Service 2022-2023 Women in Leadership Spotlight Ross Mortuary in Houston, TX was established by the late Burnett and Helene Ross in 1938. Following in her parents’ footsteps, Burnell Elane Ross Loche, earned her funeral directors and mortician’s licenses from the Commonwealth Institute of Mortuary Science and became president of the firm. Her husband, Edward Loche Sr also shared common interest in the funeral industry. Edwina Loche Barrett represents the third generation of this family-owned establishment. She began working part-time in the firm at the age of fifteen before completing her certificate in funeral directing from her parents’ alma mater and obtaining her license from the Texas Funeral Service board. Edwina is also a licensed Texas insurance agent. Now in her fourteenth year as a financial administrator, Edwina finds that those same lessons taught to her by her grandparents and parents hold true today, remain professional, search for resolve, show compassion and seek understanding. She believes that practicing these behaviors are recipe for maintaining success in any career. Edwina is very fortunate to have her brother, Ed to back her in this great venture as he is also a licensed funeral professional and contributes to the family business. Continued from Page A12 cial support as well as in helping us extend the reach of the Donate Life message,” said DLA President and CEO, David Fleming. “SCI has been a long-time supporter of the Donate Life mission, and we applaud their commitment to honoring the gift of donation and caring for donor families. We are thrilled that they are returning as a Donate Life Platinum Partner and look forward to working together to promote organ, eye and tissue donation to its affiliates, associates, clients and communities.” To register to become an organ, eye and tissue donor visit www.RegisterMe.org/ Dignity. Foundation in the annual Tournament of Roses Parade. For families who participate in this program, it is an indescribable experience, which often provides hope, healing and comfort in their grief journey. “Our associates are advocates for organ, eye and tissue donation, and many of our Dignity Memorial locations have strong relationships with Donate Life affiliates in their respective communities,” said Jay Waring, SCI Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. “We are honored to again partner with Donate Life America’s vision to increase the number of donated organs, eyes and tissues available to save and heal lives through transplantation.” “Our Donate Life Partners help make our work possible through finanBurnell Elane Ross Loche and Edwina Loche Barrett Ross Mortuary Houston, Texas SCI partners with Donate Life America to Encourage Donation SEND US YOUR NEWS! PO Box 5159 Youngstown, Oh 44514 1-800-321-7479 info@nomispublications.com Digital Directory Now Available Download instantly at www.NomisPubl ications.com Save on Shipping! www.NomisPubl ications.com Read the Funeral Home & Cemetery News Search the Online Directories
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