Our Staff
Our Staff
Committed to assisting you in commemorating your cherished one, our team possesses extensive experience in serving families from diverse backgrounds. We are accessible round the clock, reachable through email or phone, ensuring continuous support whenever you need it. With patience, compassion, and unwavering professionalism, our team remains dedicated and readily available to attend to your needs.
Tim graduated from UW Platteville with a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science in 1993 and an Associate degree from Milwaukee Area Technical College in Funeral Science in 2000. His family has been providing funeral care within Kewaunee County since 1904. Tim is a fourth-generation funeral director and continues to serve his community with compassionate care. He has been involved within the community in many ways serving on the Luxemburg-Casco School Board for 18 years, as a Village of Casco Trustee for 25 years, and most recently on the Kewaunee County Board of Supervisors. He is a member of the Holy Trinity Catholic Church adult choir. In his spare time Tim enjoys buying older properties and renovating them, spending time outdoors, and traveling with his family and friends.
Travis is a 2021 graduate of UW Oshkosh with a Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology and a 2023 graduate of Milwaukee Area Technical College with an Associate degree in Funeral Science. Travis joined the family funeral home as a fifth-generation funeral director providing funeral assistance and care to families within the Kewaunee County and the surrounding area. In his spare time, Travis enjoys spending time outdoors, hunting, and traveling.
Jim Kinnard is a highly experienced Licensed Funeral Director, bringing over three decades of dedicated service to his profession. He began his academic journey at the University of Wisconsin – Green Bay (UWGB), where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Economics in 1989. Driven by a calling to support families in their time of need, Jim continued his studies at Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC), graduating in 1991 with an Associate in Applied Science in Funeral Service. He further extended his professional skills by becoming a Licensed Pre-Need Insurance Agent.
Throughout his long-standing career, Jim has built a reputation grounded in compassion, integrity, and commitment to those he serves. His expertise and empathy have made a meaningful impact on countless families during their most challenging moments.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Jim and his spouse Kristine cherish time with their four children—Steffi (Mark) Thiem, Cassi (Lucas) Oshefsky, Lexi (Luke) Potts, and Jack Kinnard—and delights in the company of his nine grandchildren: Aubrey, Livy, Vera, Cole, Jett James, Nora, Priscilla, Laken, and Molly.
When away from work and family, Jim enjoys the great outdoors, finding relaxation and fulfillment in hunting and sports. His commitment to his community, family, and profession continues to define his lasting legacy.
Ken was born and raised in Kellnersville and is a 1983 graduate of Reedsville High School. He continued his education at the University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point before enrolling in the Funeral Service Program at Milwaukee Area Technical College, earning his funeral director license in 1987. He served his apprenticeship with Schmidt & Bartelt Funeral Home in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin and upon graduation began his Funeral Service Career with Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels of Two Rivers, under Mr. Earl Martin.
Ken purchased the Deja & Martin Funeral Home in 1995 and was the sole owner/operator for 30 years. He also owned & operated the Lambert-Eckert Funeral Home of Mishicot since 2020. The two operations were purchased by Tim, Cindy, and Travis Kinnard in January of 2025. He continues to serve families in Two Rivers, Mishicot, and the surrounding areas.
Ken and his wife Linda have been married for 36 years. The couple has one daughter & son-in-law; one son & daughter-in-law; along with enjoying their three grandchildren. In his spare time, Ken enjoys deer hunting, spending time at their cottage in Lakewood, and good times with family and friends. Ken & Linda are members of St. Peter the Fisherman Parish in Two Rivers; he is also a member of the Two Rivers Kiwanis Club for the past 37 years; Past Exalted Ruler of the Two Rivers Elks Lodge; and 4th degree member of the Knights of Columbus. He has also been a longtime member of Wisconsin Funeral Directors Association and the National Funeral Directors Association.
Amaya was born and raised in Manitowoc and graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 2022. She then attended Milwaukee Area Technical College, earning an Associate’s Degree in Funeral Service, graduating with the class of 2024. She became a licensed funeral director in the state of Wisconsin in September of 2024.
In her personal time, Amaya enjoys going to concerts, listening to all kinds of music, collecting vinyl records, and spending time with family and friends. She also enjoys time spent with her boyfriend, Bryce, and their two fur babies, Asher and Crystal.
