Our Staff

Craig Strunk

President / Funeral Director FDR 51

Craig is President of Sierra View Funeral Chapel & Crematory,  Affordable Cremation & Funeral Center,  El Dorado Funeral & Cremation Services, Nor-Cal Crematory and Caring Pet Crematory.  He is a licensed funeral director Lic. # FDR-51 and a licensed Crematory Manager Lic. # CRM-111 with over 35 years working experience in the funeral and cremation industry. Going back even further Craig was born into the business he always knew he wanted to be a funeral director and own a funeral home. Those who know Craig describe him as a hard worker, very driven to provide quality, caring and affordable services to every family.  He is a compassionate person that cares about the families we serve. 

Matthew Strunk

Managing Funeral Director FDR 4136 / Embalmer/ Crematory Manager / Pre-Need Counselor

Matthew is a licensed funeral director. He graduated American River College Funeral Service Education Program in 2016 and Jesuit High School class of 2014. While at Jesuit he was involved in Campus Ministry and played both basketball and football. Matthew is currently  performing in everyday operations at the funeral home. He is truly a "Man for Others"

Ashley Velasquez

Funeral Director FDR 4117 & Apprentice Embalmer

Ashley is a licensed Funeral Director. She graduated American River in 2016. Ashley is currently serving her apprenticeship to be an embalmer . Her calm and gentle demeanor comforts families in a time of need. She is very dedicated and works hard to provide the best service for the families she serves.

Jessycah Shoemaker

Licensed Funeral Director FDR- 3709

A licensed Funeral Director in the state of California and a 2009 graduate of Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Service in Decatur, GA, Jessycah demonstrates a real passion for the funeral service industry. Her empathetic and caring nature is a comfort to families experiencing loss. Jessycah is honored to be entrusted with the care of your loved one.

Jill Schneider

Licensed Funeral Director FDR 4084 and Embalmer EMB 9465

Jill is a licensed Funeral Director. She Graduated Mortuary College in 2011. The 10 years prior to getting her Funeral Director License she was  a CNA and raised 5 children.  She is a gift to others, a caring person, and a very dedicated director.

Andrea Johnson

Operations Manager

 Andrea assists the owner, Craig Strunk with the day-to-day operations of the company.  She is involved in providing smooth, efficient services for the families  while managing the HR, Payroll, Marketing and 401k for employees.  Andrea is a very caring and dedicated person.

Abby Strunk

Our Comfort Companion Dog

Abby has been apart of the Strunk family for two years. She provides comfort and stress relief to those families in need. She enjoys long walks, tug a war and fetch. Make sure when you come by to say hi, she loves the attention.

Bob Neverkovec

Transport Driver

Bob has been in the mortuary transportation for nine years and is dedicated to providing compassionate care. He was born and raised in the Sacramento area, is married with two adult children and three grandchildren. Bob is an avid golfer.

Dave Couche

Transport Driver

Dave is a Transport Driver. He has been in the funeral business for 14 years. He enjoys serving his community and helping families in their time of need. He is married, has three adult children and a proud grandpa to his first grandson. Dave enjoys fishing, hiking, camping, gardening and spending time with his family.

Armoni Simon

Crematory Assistant