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Staff Page
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Personal Care from Familiar Friends.
Service is the focus of our vision at Jaynes Memorial Chapel – and the people providing the service make the difference. We are fortunate to have such warm and caring individuals as part of the Jaynes Memorial Chapel Family. |
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| Rick Jaynes |
| Owner, funeral director, embalmer |
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| A licensed funeral director since 1987, Rick has worked in funeral service in Duncanville his entire professional career. With a bachelor’s degree in Christian education from Oral Roberts University, he came to Duncanville in 1985 to attend Dallas Institute of Funeral Service. He married Laura Elliott, a hometown girl, in 1987. They reside in DeSoto with their two children. |
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| Laura Elliott Jaynes |
| Owner, florist |
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| A Texas Master Florist since 1986, Laura has worked for her family business, Flowers by Sandra, since it opened in Duncanville in 1979. Still working full time with her mother, Sandra and sister, Lisa, she is a designer & buyer for the florist. A 1980 graduate of Duncanville High School, Laura is not only a wonderful wife and mother; she is very involved with serving families floral needs at Jaynes Memorial Chapel. |
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| Robert (Bobby) Stovall |
| Funeral director, embalmer |
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| Bobby joined the Jaynes Memorial Chapel family in 2000. A 1982 graduate of Dallas Institute of Funeral Service, he has had careers, not only in funeral service but in education, and ministry as well. A former funeral home manager in Duncanville in the 1980’s, Bobby served as an administrator and staff minister at Trinity Christian School in Cedar Hill for many years. His years of experience in funeral service and ministry, his history with the community, and his commitment to service bring tremendous value to the families we serve. |
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| Greg Wilson |
| Funeral director, embalmer |
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| A native of Red Oak, Texas, Greg returned to Jaynes Memorial Chapel in 2007. He previously served his apprenticeship with us and we are thrilled to bring him back as a valued member of our staff. A graduated of Red Oak High School, Greg also is a graduate of Dallas Institute of Funeral Service. His smile and easy manner makes families feel at ease. |
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| Les Elliott |
| Funeral Director |
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| Les has been part of the Jaynes Memorial Chapel staff since it’s opening in November 1998. After a 35-year career with Texas Utilities, Les retired from power plant management to attend mortuary school and participate in the “family business”. Dad to Laura, Father-in-law to Rick, and GrandDad as well, it’s great to have another family member involved. Les enjoys serving families and is having a great experience in his second career as a funeral director. |
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| Kay Harden |
| Secretary, office manager |
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| Kay Harden joined the Jaynes Memorial Chapel Family in May of 2007. A faithful member of her church, Kay teaches Sunday school & loves to sing. An Alabama native, Kay has lived in the Desoto area for almost 40 years. A grandmother of six, she brings a spirit of patience, compassion and charm to her work with families here at the funeral home. |
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| Carroll Todd |
| Funeral assistant |
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| Carroll has been with Jaynes Memorial Chapel since opening in November 1998. A longtime resident of Duncanville, Carroll is retired from a career in law enforcement with the Dallas County Sheriff’s Department. He works with us part-time, but is involved in almost every funeral service we perform. You’ll see him as a greeter, moving flowers to the cemetery, and parking cars – all very important contributions to the service provided at Jaynes Memorial Chapel. |
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| Anita Campbell |
| Greeter, receptionist |
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| Anita became a valued member of the Jaynes Memorial Chapel Family after retiring from a 25-year career with the Duncanville ISD, where she served as Administrative Assistant to the Athletic Director. A longtime resident of Duncanville, you’ll see Anita greeting families and guests at the front door during visitations and services. |
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| Gwyn Weir |
| Greeter, receptionist |
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| Gwyn also became a member of the Jaynes Memorial Chapel family during the summer of 2005. Also a longtime resident of Duncanville, Gwyn retired from the Duncanville ISD where she was the Coordinator of Transportation. |
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| Jeanne Moore |
| Preneed Counselor |
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| Jeanne represents Jaynes Memorial Chapel in the community, helping families preplan their funeral arrangements. She has had a lifelong career in funeral service as a licensed funeral director, and has worked in all facets of funeral service throughout the years. She brings a wealth of wisdom and rich experience as she serves families with confidence and compassion. We are proud to have Jeanne as a friend and associate. |
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