MAPLE CREST FUNERAL HOME - Key Persons


Dawn M. Hess

Job Titles:
  • Funeral Director
  • Owner
I grew up in Saxeville, a small community outside of Waupaca. I graduated from Wild Rose High School . I earned an associates degree in Mortuary Science from Milwaukee Area Technical College in West Allis . I have worked in funeral service since 1992 and have been a licensed funeral director since 1995. I am proud to be a funeral director and very happy to be back home serving my community. I have a son, Jacob and a daughter, Lydia.

Jacci M. Koch

Job Titles:
  • Funeral Director
  • Owner
I was born and raised in Waupaca, attended UW-Stevens Point, then earned my associate degree in Mortuary Science from Milwaukee Area Technical College. I became a licensed funeral director in 1999 and worked in the Fox Valley area for six years before coming back to Waupaca. I am also a certified life insurance intermediary. I am a member of Farmington Lutheran Church where I have served as treasurer of church council since 2008. Playing the violin, crocheting, hosting family get-togethers, cookie decorating, bowling and playing games are just a few of my favorite hobbies.