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Our Friendly Staff

Craig & Mattie Girl : President

Craig & Mattie Girl

President

Craig became the sole owner of the company after the death of his wife and business partner, Mary Weller Cates in May of 2020. Craig serves as President of the corporation and has since 1981. Craig is a Licensed Funeral Director, Certified Crematory Operator, and past Board Member of the Texas Cemeteries Association.

Gregory A. Medcalf : Director of Operations

Gregory A. Medcalf

Director of Operations

Greg is a native of San Antonio and has been a licensed funeral director & embalmer since 1988. He joined Meadowlawn in 2000 and is the Director of Operations and Sales Manager.

Brian Kramer : Superintendent

Brian Kramer

Superintendent

Now in his fifteenth year, Brian is the cemetery superintendent and All Paws Pet Crematory Director. He is a licensed funeral director and certified crematory operator. Brian is a graduate of East Central High School, and lives in La Vernia with his wife Amber and their 6 children.

Craig Willis : All Paws Director

Craig Willis

All Paws Director

Craig joined our company in 2013. Originally from St. Louis, Missouri, he relocated to San Antonio, where he received associates degrees in A&P from Hallmark College. Craig is a certified crematory operator for both human and pet.

Peter Ritenburg : All Paws Director

Peter Ritenburg

All Paws Director

Originally from Buffalo, New York, where he received an associate degree in Business Administration from Erie Community College. Peter is a certified crematory operator for both human and pet. Peter joined Meadowlawn in 2020 as a route driver and crematory operator.

Julio “Al” Cole : All Paws Director

Julio “Al” Cole

All Paws Director

Al was born is Nicaragua and raised in Forrest Hill, Louisiana. He relocated to San Antonio in 1998. He has been a licensed funeral director, embalmer, and certified crematory operator since 2000. Al joined the Meadowlawn team as an All Paws Director in 2021.

John Malacara :

John Malacara

John joined our team in 2014 after a long career in the hospitality industry. His duties include out of town pet services, cemetery maintenance and property management.

Eddie Armstrong : Crematory Operator

Eddie Armstrong

Crematory Operator

Eddie joined Meadowlawn in 1993 after a 13 year career with HEB. He is our lead crematory operator for both the human and the pet operation. He is an East Central High School graduate and currently lives in Adkins, with his wife Karen. Eddie has three children and a new grandson.

Raymond Clay, Jr. : Board Member/Family Service Counselor

Raymond Clay, Jr.

Board Member/Family Service Counselor

Raymond has been with Meadowlawn since 1986 and is on the Board of Directors. He is a family service counselor and licensed preneed insurance agent. Raymond and his wife, Mary, both are San Antonio natives and live in Bulverde. Raymond is a member of Resurrection Baptist Church in Schertz and the Texas Bowties Car Club.

Shawna Smith : Family Service Supervisor

Shawna Smith

Family Service Supervisor

Shawna, originally from Odessa, TX, has been an advanced planning cemetery and funeral counselor for fifteen years. She also assists families who have an immediate need for cemetery arrangements and memorials. Shawna joined Meadowlawn in 2017 and shortly afterwards was promoted to supervisor of our Family Service staff. Shawna has a son and several fur babies.

Sam Bass : Family Service Counselor

Sam Bass

Family Service Counselor

Born and raised in Sioux City, IA, Sam moved to San Antonio with his wife and 2 kids in 2020. He graduated from Morningside University with a Bachelors Degree in Religious Studies. Sam joined the Meadowlawn team in 2021 as a family service counselor and licensed preneed insurance agent.

Brian Rankin : Family Service Counselor

Brian Rankin

Family Service Counselor

Born in Heidelberg, Germany and raised on military bases throughout the world, Brian now lives in San Antonio with his wife and two children. He is a graduate of Christendom College with a B.A. in history and a theology minor.

Brian joined the Meadowlawn team as a Family Service Counselor in 2022 and enjoys reading and playing board games in his free time.

Elizabeth Sanchez : Family Service Counselor

Elizabeth Sanchez

Family Service Counselor

Elizabeth was born in Houston TX but is a San Antonio girl at heart. She has spent most of life on the southeast side of San Antonio.  She is married with 4 kids and enjoys spending time with her family along with her four fur babies. Elizabeth has been a family service counselor for two years and has been with Meadowlawn since 2022.

Sharol “Sherrie” Curry : Board Member/Funeral Director

Sharol “Sherrie” Curry

Board Member/Funeral Director

Sherrie has been with MeadowLawn since 1986 and is on the Board of Directors. Having worked in all areas of the business, she is also a licensed funeral director.  Sherrie has been a faithful member of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church since 1975 where she serves on the JJ Usher Ministry.  She has 3 grown sons, 10 grandchildren and 2 great-grands.

Miriam Garcia : Funeral Director

Miriam Garcia

Funeral Director

Miriam joined Meadowlawn in 2012 as a licensed funeral director. She has been in the funeral care industry since 2007. Miriam is a parishioner at St. Anthony Mary Claret Catholic Church.

Elizabeth Jimenez : Funeral Director

Elizabeth Jimenez

Funeral Director

Elizabeth began her career in the Funeral industry in 2012 and joined Meadowlawn in 2018. She is a licensed Funeral Director, embalmer, and a certified Crematory Operator.

Rachel Garcia : Funeral Director

Rachel Garcia

Funeral Director

Graduated from the San Antonio college Mortuary Science department in 1998 and has been a licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer for 24 years. She began her career with MeadowLawn 5 years ago on their All Paws Great & Small department.

On her off time she enjoys the outdoors with her son and fur baby, Max.

Whitney Watson : Funeral Director

Whitney Watson

Funeral Director

Whitney Watson, a native Missourian, was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri. Whitney decided to pursue new adventures in a new city and relocated to San Antonio, Texas in 2014.

She attended Forest Park Community College in 2010, graduating with an Associate’s degree in Applied Science. Whitney has been actively practicing as a licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer for 10 years.

In addition to her funeral service career, she holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management and Marketing, as well as her cosmetology license.

Whitney has a mutual love for working on DIY projects, arts & crafts, reading, cooking, baking, sewing, and traveling.

The thing in life that makes her happier than sparkles is spending every moment with her only daughter. She is also a health enthusiast, and fitness and health are two important components of her daily lifestyle.

Kassi Quintanilla : Funeral Director

Kassi Quintanilla

Funeral Director

Graduating from San Antonio College with a degree in Mortuary Science, Kassi joined MeadowLawn in 2019. She was born and raised in San Antonio, however, attended High School at Creekview High School in Carrollton, Texas. Kassi has always been known for her kindness and passion for serving families. Kassi is a Licensed Funeral Director, Provisional Embalmer, and Certified Crematory Operator.

Tamlyn Stocks : Staff Accountant

Tamlyn Stocks

Staff Accountant

Tami joined Meadowlawn in 2015. She is our staff accountant and is a long time resident of Stockdale. She has three children, five grandchildren. Tami is a life long member of Christ United Methodist Church in Stockdale.

Krystle Gallegos : Custodian of the Records

Krystle Gallegos

Custodian of the Records

Krystle is a San Antonio native. She was graduated from St. Gerard Catholic High School as the class salutatorian. She is fluent in English and Spanish, but is also learning how to fluently speak Korean and Japanese. Krystle and her son enjoy riding the train at Brackenridge Park and visiting the public libraries in and around San Antonio.

Consuelo Munoz : Receptionist

Consuelo Munoz

Receptionist

Consuelo was born and raised in San Antonio, TX and attended East Central High School. She came to Meadowlawn with over 10 years experience. Consuelo is married with 4 children and 9 grandchildren. She has been with Meadowlawn since 2021 as the receptionist and funeral service attendant.

Marily Estrada : Memorial Specialist

Marily Estrada

Memorial Specialist

Born and raised in San Antonio, TX, Marily moved to Floresville Tx in 2020 where she currently lives with her husband and 2 fur babies. She graduated from East Central High school and has been with Meadowlawn since 2021. She loves being a fun aunt and spending time with her niece and nephew.

Count on the care your pet deserves.

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Brian Kramer

Brian Kramer