History & Staff

We have years of experience caring for families, from all walks of life. Each family comes to us because they know we are leaders in our profession, dedicated to excellence in service, and have the highest integrity.

Our History

Our History

Welcome to Ricketson Funeral Home's Website.  We are a local family-owned and operated business having been established in 1974. Here at Ricketson Funeral Home we serve all religious faiths and walks of life.  We treat every family with the same level of compassion and caring, whether it is a large traditional funeral service or a direct cremation. We take pride in our commitment to assist and support families as they make their personalized choices to honor their loved one for the life he or she has lived.

Our Valued Staff

  • Alvin L. Ricketson Jr.

    Alvin L. Ricketson Jr. Owner, CEO, Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer, Certified Crematory Operator

  • Phyllis V. Ricketson

    Phyllis V. Ricketson Office Manager, Finance Manager

  • S. Alan Stone

    S. Alan Stone Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer, Certified Crematory Operator, Florida Licensed Funeral Direc

  • Donald R. Fender

    Donald R. Fender Cemetery Coordinator, Funeral Assistant, Certified Crematory Operator

  • Tami Lynn Fender

    Tami Lynn Fender Administrative Assistant/Secretary

  • Michael K. Danis

    Michael K. Danis Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer

  • Thomas C. Griffin

    Thomas C. Griffin Funeral Assistant, Certified Crematory Operator