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Beatrice has been with Krause Funeral Homes since August 2021. She became a licensed Funeral Director in September of 2023. Bea served as an Apprentice and also is a Certified Nursing Aide, CBRF certified and is also certified as a Food Service Manager. She has experience as a school bus driver and has worked in nursing homes prior to coming to Krause.
Job Titles:
- Administrative Assistant
- Assistant
Bianca Bruch has worked with Krause Funeral Home & Cremation Services as an administration assistant since March of 2022. Bianca has a masters in Healthcare Administration.
Brenda J. Buchanan has served as a Funeral Director at Krause Funeral Homes and Cremation Service since November 1999.
She received her Associates Degree in Mortuary Science from Milwaukee Area Technical College and began an apprenticeship in May 1997. Dedicated to excellence, Brenda is a Dale Carnegie and Life Appreciation graduate and is a Certified Celebrant.
Job Titles:
- Apprentice Funeral Director
Job Titles:
- Apprentice Funeral Director
Cheryl has been employed with Krause Funeral Home since August 2021.
She has a Bachelor of Science in communications from the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse. She began her career in the field of broadcast tv news, before transitioning to customer service management and corporate communications.
In her free time, Cheryl enjoys spending time with family and friends, especially her four adult kids. Her hobbies include photography, attending theater, dance and musical performances, and traveling.
Job Titles:
- Apprentice Funeral Director
Job Titles:
- Apprentice Funeral Director
Cynthia J. Holzem has served as an Administrative Assistant at Krause Funeral Homes and Cremation Service for 11 years.
Dave has been with Krause Funeral Home since July of 2017. He became a Licensed Funeral Director in September of 2023. Throughout his career in funeral services, Dave served as a Funeral Attendant, Apprentice and now, a Licensed Funeral Director. Dave has a vast amount of experience in both administrative and management roles, and enjoys event planning and coordination.
David P. Matthews has served on the Maintenance Staff at Krause Funeral Homes & Cremation Service since 2008.
He graduated from South Division High School in Milwaukee in 1971. Then he received his Certificate from Milwaukee Area Technical College in Sheet Metal in 1972 and has worked as a Sheet Metal Fabrication and Installation Journeyman.
In 1992, he returned to Milwaukee Area Technical College to study Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration. David is a certified Refrigerant Handling Technician and was awarded a Commercial CFC Certification by Johnson Controls, Inc. Site #15. He also has an Automotive 404-499 CFC Recovery/ Recycling Certification.
A jack-of-all-trades, David is proficient at braising, minor plumbing, minor electrical, minor carpentry, and drywall installation.
Erik joined Krause Funeral Home in 2014. Currently in Maintenance, he has also served as a Funeral Attendant. A professional artist and architect, Erik received his Bachelor's of Fine Arts from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh and then his Master's of Architecture from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. A strong leader, he has also worked as a Manager and Franchise Supervisor in the Food Service Industry.
Job Titles:
- Funeral Director
- Funeral Director at Krause Funeral Homes
Gerald A. Miller-Ohrmund has served as a Funeral Director at Krause Funeral Homes and Cremation Services since 2002. He received his Associates Degree in Mortuary Science from Milwaukee Area Technical College and is a Dale Carnegie Course Graduate. In 2003, he also became certified in Crematory Operation.
Gerald has held a Wisconsin Life Insurance License since 2009.
Job Titles:
- Funeral Director
- Vice President
- Vice President of Krause Funeral Homes
Gregg P. Krause has served as Vice President of Krause Funeral Homes and Cremation Service since 1999. He received his Associate Degree from Milwaukee Area Technical College in 1981 and is a Certified Crematory Operator and Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer.
Dedicated to his community, Gregg served as past Master of McKinley Lodge #307 F&AM in 1994 and was past Board and Council Member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church from 2006-2008.
Job Titles:
- Director of Operations
- Funeral Director
Jacob L. Waterworth has served as Funeral Director at Krause Funeral Homes and Cremation Service since 2011. He began his apprenticeship with Krause Funeral Homes in 2009.
Jacob is a native of Northern Minnesota and graduated from Roseau High School, in Roseau, MN. Before moving to Milwaukee, he earned a diploma in Biblical Studies from the Association Free Lutheran Bible School in Plymouth, MN. He holds an Associate Degree in Funeral Service and an Associate Degree in Liberal Arts from the Milwaukee Area Technical College. Jacob has also studied at In-Sight Institute to become a Certified Celebrant, is a Dale Carnegie Graduate, and a Notary Public.
Job Titles:
- Certified Life Celebrant and Interfaith Minister
Jeannie joined Krause Funeral Home and Cremation Services in March of 2015. With over 20 years of experience in funeral service, she has held a variety of positions. She has served as an Administrative Assistant, Certified Preplanner, Aftercare Representative, Community Speaker and Liaison, as well as Event Coordinator. She has been a Certified Life Celebrant since January of 2016 and an Interfaith Minister since 2017.
She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business and Marketing from Alverno College. She is a Licensed Insurance Intermediary, Certified Pre-planner and a Certified Paralegal.
Job Titles:
- Funeral Director
- Funeral Director / Care Center Manager
Jeffrey C. Van Calligan has served as a Funeral Director and Preparation Manager at Krause Funeral Homes & Cremation Service since 2000. With over 30 years of experience in funeral service, he has received a Certificate of Achievement from ICCFA in College of Embalming Restorative Art & Other Care, and as a Crematory Operator, Arranger and Administrator.
Jeffrey earned his Associate Degree in Funeral Service, is a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church in Menomonee Falls, serves as President of Menomonee Falls Lions Club, and is a Member of Milwaukee Elks Lodge #46.
Job Titles:
- Funeral Director
- Funeral Director / Care Center Manager
Job Titles:
- Apprentice Funeral Director
Job Titles:
- Funeral Director
- President
Job Titles:
- Certified Preplanning Specialist