We have years of experience caring for families from all walks of life, cultures and faiths. Our unsurpassed staff and our family provide kind, caring, professional service. Each family comes to us because they know we are leaders in our profession who are dedicated to excellence in service, adhere to the highest funeral industry standards, and have exceptional integrity. We consistently earn phenomenally high customer satisfaction survey results.
Our licensed, professional staff is here for you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please call 405-691-1661 anytime. We will even come to you to make arrangements in the comfort of your home.
Prompt, compassionate service is always just a phone call away, where and when you need it.
Managing Partner ~ Funeral Director
Mike joined the Resthaven Team in 2019 after relocating from North Carolina. He brings 30 years experience serving families with him and is currently a Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer in Oklahoma, Georgia and Florida. Mike earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from the University of Central Florida and an Associate of Science from Gupton Jones College of Mortuary Science. When not at work Mike and wife, Deana, enjoy traveling to far away places, cruising and spending time with their two dogs, Benny and Gracie.
Family Service Director
Raoul has many years of experience in the funeral profession both operational management and sales management roles. His first job in this profession started in 1980 with Davis Morris Funeral Home in Brownwood Texas while attending Howard Payne University. Prior to joining Carriage Services Raoul held various positions including Regional Vice President, Regional Manager, Area Manager, General Manager and currently Manager of Prearranged Services at RESTHAVEN Funeral Home and Cemetery. This is his 14th combo location in five states as a manager. He is a graduate of the school of business from Howard Payne University and is a former Graduate and member of Leadership Texas. Raoul currently lives in Oklahoma City and is a proud third generation Texan.
Office Manager
Jodi works very hard to ensure each and every one of our families can celebrate “the dash” in their loved ones' lives, not just the start and finish dates. She has been a part of our Resthaven team since 2000. She is a native Oklahoman. Jodi attended the University of Central Oklahoma and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Funeral Service in 1995. Her greatest joys are spending time with her family. She is married and has one son. She is a great hunter and also enjoys riding horses.Cemetery Grounds Superintendent
We are extremely pleased to announce Mr. Dale Cude, Sr. has accepted the position of Cemetery Grounds Superintendent. Dale has over 15 years local cemetery service experience. We expect and look forward to great things in 2021 at Resthaven Memory Gardens under Dale's leadership.
Funeral Director & Embalmer
Shelby is a lifelong resident of Oklahoma. She
attended the University of Central Oklahoma, where she earned a Bachelor of
Science degree in Mortuary Science. She joined the Resthaven team in 2012 and
continuously strives to go the extra mile for each and every family we serve.
Outside of Resthaven, Shelby enjoys fishing and boating, crafting, and
furniture restoration projects. She serves as a Director on the board of the
Moore Kiwanis Club and has a passion for volunteering at various events,
serving in the lives of children throughout our community.
Funeral Director & Embalmer
Mike began in the funeral industry in 1990 with
Parks Brothers Funeral Homes in Lincoln County, working alongside his
grandmother and uncle. In July 1992 he married Jana Tetirick and they moved to
Dallas, Texas, where he began the Dallas Institute of Funeral Service,
graduating in 1993. Following his education he returned back to Oklahoma where
he has served in numerous positions in the funeral industry. He joined the
Resthaven team in 2020 and strives to go the extra mile for each and every
family we serve. Mike is a member of the
Kiwanis Club in Norman, and is a member of Immanuel Baptist Church where he is
involved in the sound ministry. Mike is
married to Jana and they have two children, Brandon and Caitlyn.
Funeral Director Apprentice
Hillary was born in Chickasha, Oklahoma. She currently lives in Oklahoma City with her
daughter. Hillary currently attends the
University of Central Oklahoma pursuing her degree in funeral service. She enjoys spending time with her family,
friends, and going on adventures.
Interpretation Specialist
Funeral Director & Embalmer
Katie was born and raised in the South OKC/ Moore area and is an alumna of Moore High School. She attended the University of Central Oklahoma, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mortuary Science and was an active member of the Delta Zeta sorority. Katie was a proud participant of the 2014-2015 TEAM South- Class VII through the South OKC Chamber of Commerce. She has also been a volunteer mentor with the Oklahoma City Police Athletic League since July 2015, and is a current member of Women of the South. Katie loves spending time with her two dogs: Lola and Reggie, laughing, adventures, and baking.
Funeral Director & Embalmer
Laci is a
lifelong resident of Oklahoma and was raised in Edmond. She graduated in 2014
from the University of Central Oklahoma earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Funeral
Service with a minor in Grief. She hopes to bring comfort and exhibit compassion
to every family who has entrusted her with the care of their loved one. Laci
feels very passionate about her work with the March of Dimes and advocating for
premature babies. Currently residing in Oklahoma City, Laci attends Life Church
and has a blessing of a daughter named Betsy. One of Laci’s favorite activities
is attending OKC Thunder games. She loves boston terriers, Dr. Phil and is a
die-hard Kevin Bacon fanatic. Her favorite motto is, “Be yourself; everyone
else is already taken.”
Licensed Embalmer
Memorial Ordering and Records Maintenance
Jennifer has been with the Resthaven family since September
2017. She was born and raised in the
Moore area, graduating from Westmoore in 1997.
Jennifer received her Bachelors in Psychology from the University of
Oklahoma in 2002. She spent over 20 years in restaurant management before
joining the Resthaven team. Jennifer has
been married to her wonderful husband, Jason, since 2000 and together they have
two children, Evan and Madison. In her
spare time, Jennifer enjoys watching her son play baseball, listening to her
daughter sing, and spending time with her husband renovating their rental
properties. Jennifer enjoys helping families memorialize
their loved ones. She also takes pride
in helping to ensure that Resthaven Memory Gardens is well maintained and
upholds the high standards we strive for.
Ambassador
Steve, an ambassador at
Resthaven since 2010, was previously employed by Oklahoma Gas & Electric for
30 years. In addition to helping our
families prepare for funeral celebrations, he also teaches statistics and
economics at the Oklahoma State University in Oklahoma City and at Randall
University in Moore. He graduated with a
B.A. from Southwestern College in Kansas and a Master's in Economics from
Oklahoma State University. He and his
family have lived in the south Oklahoma City/Moore area for over 25 years. While at OG&E, he met his wife, Jimmi. He loves spending time with his family, which
includes his wife and four children, their spouses, and five grandchildren. He and his wife attend Southern Hills Baptist
Church.
Ambassador
Ambassador
Jimmy has a passion for providing service for families during the loss of loved ones. He has been working at Resthaven for over three years. He addresses any need that arises at a funeral celebration. He was born and raised in Holdenville, Oklahoma, and after relocating to the south Oklahoma City/Moore area, he became part of our team. Jimmy served two years in the military and was a self-employed business owner for 35 years. He is an avid University of Oklahoma and Oklahoma State University fan and enjoys collecting coins. He is married and has two sons and three grandsons.Ambassador
It is very important to Eddie to help our families through these difficult times because he lost important members of his own family at very early ages. He wants very much to be a part of something that makes a difference in our world and does that by helping prepare for funeral celebrations. He has been a part of the Resthaven team for four years and has owned a First Aid Business, which restocks first aid kits, for 15 years. He is married and has two beautiful daughters. He loves to play the guitar and enjoys recording music with his daughters in his home studio.Ambassador
Gary assists families and Funeral Directors before, during, and after a funeral celebration. He is a graduate of Capitol Hill High School and Central State College. Gary had a career in sales for 35 years until his retirement. Gary is married and has a daughter and granddaughter. He also volunteers at Will Rogers Airport Military Welcome Center. He is very glad to teach Sunday School as well as playing volleyball at Oklahoma City Community College.Ambassador
Ambassador David has been part of Resthaven for the past year. David helps and prepares for all types of funeral services and always wants to be of service to others. He is married and is active in the city of Moore by serving on the City Council. He greatly enjoys playing golf.Ambassador
Jack has been a part of the Resthaven family since July 2015 and loves caring for the families that we serve and making a difference in their lives during difficult times. He received a seminary degree from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and a Doctorate of Ministry degree from Phillips University. He joined the Oklahoma National Guard as a chaplain and retired as the State Chaplain at the rank of Colonel. He joined the Oklahoma City Police Department as a chaplain and was involved in setting up their peer support program and also served as an adjunct professor at Oklahoma Baptist University. He and his wife Phyllis have been trained in family counseling. Jack has conducted multiple seminars throughout the U.S. and Canada. In 2003, Jack received the United States Secret Service Certificate of Appreciation and was inducted into the Oklahoma Law Enforcement Hall of Fame in 2011.Ambassador
Robert has been with our team over a year and a half and enjoys assisting families and other staff members with funeral ceremonies and all of the preparation involved in them. Originally from Healdton, Oklahoma, he and his wife, Debbie, are current residents of Moore. He loves to work in his yard, go fishing, watch NASCAR, and watch his grandchildren play Little League sports. He has two children, Eric and Jennifer; two grandchildren, Evan and Madison; and a dog, Jackson.Ambassador
Pastor Danny served as pastor at Wilmont Place Baptist Church for over 20 years. Prior to entering full-time ministry, he was a public school teacher and coach for nine years. A native of Blackwell, Danny earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Northeastern State University, a Master of Arts degree in Religious Education from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry degree from Trinity Theological Seminary. Danny has served on the Baptist General Convention of Oklahoma board of directors and as chairman of the BGCO nominating committee. He has also served in various leadership roles with the Capital Baptist Association. Danny and his wife, Judy, have two children, Woody and Rachel, as well as four grandchildren, Deacon, Delanie, Hagen, and Hudson. Danny joined the Resthaven team in November 2016 and is happy to help families through difficult times.Ambassador
Born and raised
in Fort Smith, Arkansas, Mason moved to the area when he was in college and
decided to stay after he took the pastorate of a church in Oklahoma City.
Mason now serves as an administrator at Randall University in Moore, Oklahoma
and takes joy in training young men and women who are going into the
ministry. He and his wife Karinda are the parents of a beautiful little
girl, Adley Jo. Since September of 2019 Mason has had the privilege of
serving families at Resthaven.
Ambassador
Ambassador
Family Service Counselor
Sharon has been with Resthaven since 2011. She is
passionate about serving at work and also helps families to understand the
importance of pre-planning. When Sharon
is not working, she enjoys serving at her church and spending time with family
and friends.
Family Service Counselor
Carri has been with the Resthaven family since October 2015. She was born and raised in Norman and is an alumna of the University of Central Oklahoma. Carri enjoys educating families on the importance of pre-planning their final wishes for the future. She is also passionate about helping families through one of the most difficult times of their lives and feels rewarded when she can make things easier for them. In her free time, Carri enjoys traveling with her family and spending time with her son.Family Service Counselor
Jay was born in Oklahoma and has lived here all his life. Married to his wife Jane for 38 years, they have raised 2 boys and now have 5 grandchildren. Jay enjoys his family and having them over for game nights and food. He has been with Resthaven for a year and finds helping people through the most difficult days of their life a rewarding role to play.
Hospitality
Laquita feels very blessed to be able to work with and be part of the team at Resthaven and considers all to be a part of her extended family. She has been with Resthaven for over 13 years. She is a retired music and first grade teacher. Her special joys include doll making, sewing and playing all kinds of music. She has been married for 50 years and has one very special daughter and a granddaughter. She and her husband have traveled extensively in the USA and around the world, but she is glad to be home in Oklahoma.Hospitality
Jimmi has been a part of the Resthaven family since October 2014. She is honored to be available for families during visitations as well as helping families find their loved ones in our gardens. She loves assisting the families and her co-workers any way she can. Prior to working at Resthaven , she worked for 21 years at Oklahoma Gas & Electric,, where she met her husband, Steve, who is also a part of the Resthaven family. After their marriage she worked for her dad’s oil company until his death and the closure of the company. She and Steve have four beautiful children and five amazing grandchildren. Spending time with those grandchildren puts a huge smile on her face and is the joy of her life. Her other favorite things are family, travel and yard work.Family Center Concierge
Hospitality
Rita has been with Resthaven for almost two years and works as a receptionist. She enjoys assisting families with visitation, as well as events in our Family Life Center. In her free time, she loves sewing, enjoying music, shopping, and being with her wonderful family. A former employee of Southwestern Bell, Rita is thankful to be part of our Resthaven team.Hospitality
Mary began working at Resthaven December 2007. Mary
finds it rewarding to be a part of this team, and with a kind heart and a warm
smile, she feels gratitude to be able to assist families at their time of
need. Mary enjoys her church and church families, and her time is filled
with travel, shopping, reading, and fun of entertaining two very special
furbabies.
Hospitality
Phyllis was born in Altus, Oklahoma. Phyllis and her husband, Jack, pastored churches for 23 years in Texas and Oklahoma before becoming chaplains of the Oklahoma City Police Department. They served there from 1984 until retirement on December 31, 2011. Phyllis coordinated the chaplain and pastor response to the Oklahoma City Bombing in 1995 and helped set up and organize the Chaplain's Corner for the Oklahoma State Fair. Phyllis is an active member of the Emmaus Baptist Church, where she sings in the choir and teaches a ladies' Sunday school class. Phyllis and Jack are faithful volunteers at the Veterans Corner, Inc. each week. Phyllis has two children, David and Robin, three grandchildren, and four great granddaughters.Hospitality
Cemetery Grounds Foreman
Richard has lived in the south Oklahoma City/Moore area for more than 20 years. He is a native Oklahoman and has been with Resthaven for many years. He enjoys all sports and also working to improve the cemetery grounds.Memorial Installation Specialist
Grounds & Interments
Grounds & Interments
Grounds & Interments
In Loving Memory: May 29, 1931 ~ November 28, 2014
Paul enjoys cars of all kinds. He has been part of the Resthaven team for two years. He is also well known in the south Oklahoma City/Moore area for his ministry as a Baptist Minister. He loves spending time with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He wants to help people and appreciates working with our great team at Resthaven. Helping with funeral celebrations of all kinds is rewarding to him.You are welcome to call us any time of the day, any day of the week, for immediate assistance. Or, visit our funeral home in person at your convenience.