Michael Gendron

Funeral Director

Michael comes from New England originally. After graduating from the mortuary science program from Lynn University in Boca Raton, Florida, he returned back to New England to join his family in the funeral business.  After selling the family business in 1999, he moved to Florida to continue serving people in their time of need.  He has worked for several local funeral homes in the S.W. Florida area over the past several years.

Michael is a member of the Araba Shriners, Fraternal Order of Eagles, Benevolent Protective Order of Elks, Moose Lodge, Sons of the American Legion, St. Andrew's Catholic Church and National Funeral Directors Association. he enjoys golfing, traveling and spending time with his family and friends. Michael lives in Cape Coral with his wife Melanie and son Tristan.

Melanie Gendron

Funeral Director

Melanie is originally from New England.  She graduated the mortuary science program at Lynn University in Boca Raton, Florida.

Following graduation,  Melanie moved back to new England with her husband Michael to join the family funeral home.  She later moved to Florida with her husband and began a career in real estate.  She has most recently completed the Radiologic Technology Program at Edison College and concurrently pursuing her career in the family funeral business.  Melanie is a member of St. Andrew's Catholic Church.  She enjoys traveling and spending time with her family and friends.  Melanie lives in Cape Coral with her husband Michael and son Tristan.

Paul Gendron

Funeral Director Asst.

Paul is from New England originally.  He attended New England Institute of Funeral Service in Boston and graduated in 1974 after being elected Class President by his fellow students. 

Paul assists our funeral home and the families we serve with over 40 years experience in the funeral industry.  He is also a former firefighter with the Ludlow Fire Department.

With his funeral and public service experience, Paul is often seen around town as the funeral home's community ambassador.  He is an active participant in the Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce, Cape Coral Chamber of Commerce, Estero Chamber of Cmmerce and the Southwest Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.  He also works closely with civic organizations such as the Cameo Group, GoTo Network, Bridge Network and the BNI Business Network.     

He is a former President of the local Jaycees and is currently a member of the Saint Cecilia Council of the Knights of Columbus, Loyal Order of Moose, Sons of the American Legion and the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks.  He lives in Fort Myers and enjoys golfing, boating and spending time with his family.

William “Bill” Savino

Funeral Director

At the young age of 15, Mr. Savino started his life-long career in the funeral industry. He brings over 20 years of experience to the team, He has operated several Funeral Homes and Cemeteries.

Bill is currently Licensed as a Funeral Director and embalmer in the states of Florida and New York and currently resides in South Florida with his three daughters.

Farah McCauley

Funeral Director Assistant

Farah Olivia McCauley (Hernandez) is originally from Queens, New York and found her way to SW Florida in 1992, spending the first 2 years in Miami and later transferring over to Cape Coral where she currently calls home.Farah has a background in marketing and computer science and works closely withthe SW Florida Hispanic Chamber and with the funeral home as their Hispanic liaison, helping Spanish speaking families implement their funeral arrangements.    

Tiffany LaBar

Family Service Coordinator

TiffanyLaBar is a family service coordinator, and graduated from The University of Florida at Gainesville in1990. Upon graduation, Tiffany pursued a career in the health and beauty industry, opening her own salon & day spa. She now has joined our family to pursue her career in funeral service.  Tiffany is dedicated to helping guide families through the funeral experience by assisting them in celebrating Life, Love, and Legacy.

Tristan M. Gendron

Funeral Director Assistant

Tristan is the 3rd generation of funeral service professionals in our family.  He is dedicated to providing our families we serve with extraordinary service and compassion.  He attends St. Katharine Drexel Catholic Church in Cape Coral where he is enrolled in the Religious Education Program.  He also plays football for the Cape Coral Storms.  Tristan enjoys golfing, traveling, fishing, and spending time at the beach with his family.

Jocasta C. "Cody" Barnacz

Office Manager

Cody was born in New York and was an Army brat traveling all over the world.  Her background is in office management having worked for the United States Department of Defense and the United States Department of Agriculture.  She found her way to Sarasota in 2004 and will never leave.  She is fluent in Spanish.  She has two daughters, Tamara Mia (29) and Kayla Marie (9).  In her spare time she likes to soak in the sun and read.