September 2020

Page A34 SEPTEMBER 2020 FUNERAL HOME & CEMETERY NEWS S ec t i on A Museum Corner Hello sponsors, players, and supporters of the National Museum of Funeral History, The 26th Annual Charity Golf Classic , that was originally scheduled for June 1, 2020, will now take place on Mon- day, November 9, 2020 at the Kingwood Country Club, in King- wood, Texas. We invite you to attend this five-man scramble tournament, which is an excellent opportunity to network with business executives and funeral industry professionals from across the country, as well as sup- port the museum. The Museum Staff and Golf Committee are continuing with all plans and preparations. We are asking for your support now more than ever. This fun- draising event is vital to the sustainment and future growth of the museum. The staff and Board of Directors are grateful for your sup- port each year! We will continue to monitor the spread of the novel coronavi- rus (COVID-19) and will follow recommendations from the Har- ris County Health Care Agency, the Texas Department of Public Health and the CDC. If the circumstances change with this unprecedented global public health issue and it is determined that we are unable to host the event this year, we will evaluate ALL options for our registrants and spon- sors so that everyone can choose the option that works best for them. Our great community has always been committed to health and wellness and together, we will get through this. Thank you for your patience, understanding and continued support. –Genevieve Keeney, Board of Directors, Golf Committee, and the Staff of the Museum The National Museum of Funeral History located in Houston, Texas, houses the country’s largest collection of funeral service artifacts and features renowned exhibits on one of man’s oldest cultural customs. It belongs to YOU and everyone in the funeral industry. Visitors can discover the mourning rituals of ancient civilizations, see up-close authentic items used in the funerals of U.S. Presidents and Popes and explore the rich heritage of the industry that cares for the dead. The Museum is located at 415 Barren Springs Drive, Houston, Texas 77090. Visit www.nmfh.org for more details. FUNERAL HOME & CEMETERY NEWS www.nomispublications.com Monthly Columns online at Support the museum’s future by securing your 2020 sponsorship commitment! N ational M useum of F uneral H istory C harity G olf C lassic to be held N ovember 9, 2020 Sponsorship opportunities are avail- able. We invite you to join us at the Sponsor Appreciation Night on Sun- day, November 8 from 5-7 p.m. at the National Museum of Funeral His- tory complex. At the event, light hors d’oeuvres and complimentary cocktails will be served among the museum’s 15 permanent exhibits that includes the new George H.W. Bush Memorial Ex- hibit. Guests will have the opportunity to check-in early for the tournament, bid on the silent auction items, and purchase raffle and mulligan tickets. Honoring the compassion and dedi- cation of the funeral industry has been the Museum’s mission since it began in 1992. Today, the Museum houses the nation’s largest collection of funeral ar- tifacts and continues to enlighten visitors about the rich history of funeral service. Confirm your sponsorship today and register for the tournament online at www.nmfh.org. If you are unable to register online, contact the Museum at 281-876-3063. Funeral Directors Research,Inc. AMRA INSTRUMENT, LLC 623 N. Tower (P.O. 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However, with the current rise in COVID-19 cases in Ohio, it became evident that things will not be changing anytime soon. The restrictions in place would have eliminated all group gatherings, including the dinner, awards and door prize presentations, and even driving range and practice green activity. It would not have been fair to the many spon- sors and participants to move forward with what would have only been a socially distanced 18 holes of golf. This deci- STRASBURG,VA— Marty White, owner of Stover Funeral Home & Crematory in Strasburg, VA has been installed as president of the Virginia Funeral Directors Association. The installation followed a virtual vote by the members of the association’s executive board of directors. A Virginia-licensed fu- neral director for 27 years, White will serve as president for the 2020-21 term. White has been a member of the Virginia Funeral Directors Association his entire fu- neral service career. He has served as a mem- ber and chairman of numerous committees and has been seated on the executive board of directors for the past five years. He has owned Stover Funeral Home since 2019 and has worked there since 2007. The 2020-21 Board of Directors includes Immediate Past President Gerald L. “Jer- ry” Andrews, Andrews Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., Gloucester; President Elect Jay McIntyre, CFSP, McMullen Fu- neral Home, Harrisonburg; First Vice Presi- dent Bobby Gardner, Jr., Gardner Funer- al Home, Floyd; Secretary-Treasurer Les Powell, III, Powell Funeral Home, South Boston; NFDA Policy Board Representative Larry Spiaggi, CFSP, Morrissett Funeral & Cremation Service, N. Chesterfield; and VFSA President Raymond D. “R.D” Mon- son, Treasured Memories, Powhatan. Di- rectors At-Large are Wayne Lovelace, Lotz Funeral Home Vinton Chapel, Vinton; JeffWright, Oakey’s Funeral Service, Roa- noke; Clint Oxendine, Mountcastle-Turch Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., Dale City; and John Saville, Heritage Funeral Services & Crematory, Lynchburg. sion was made even more difficult because this is the prima- ry fundraiser for the foundation, which supports OMORT’s trainings, as well as equipment and supply purchases. “While we understand that everyone has been going through a difficult time with the COVID-19 outbreak, we would invite anyone, vendor or funeral director, who would still like to offer some support to the team to send any do- nation you would be comfortable making to the OFDA of- fice,” said Mike. The OFDA-MRF is a 501c3 organization. The team greatly appreciates the incredible support over the last 23 years. Planning for a successful 24th outing to be held in 2021 is underway. A date will be announced as soon as it has been finalized with the golf course. News Funeral Home & Cemetery online www.nomispublications.com