Kelly Talmage
Asst. General Manager / Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer
A native of Oak Harbor, Kelly is one of our amazing leaders, serving as Assistant General Manager of the funeral homes. She diligently cares for the needs of the families who entrust us with their loved one and those of her team; serving both with kindness and a certain kind of irreplaceable joy. Kelly also loves spending time with her family and friends, especially over tacos or macaroni and cheese, usually with a cold Mountain Dew in her hand. She and her husband, Derek, reside in Ottawa County with their dear son, D.J.
Kelly Talmage
Asst. General Manager / Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer
A native of Oak Harbor, Kelly is one of our amazing leaders, serving as Assistant General Manager of the funeral homes. She diligently cares for the needs of the families who entrust us with their loved one and those of her team; serving both with kindness and a certain kind of irreplaceable joy. Kelly also loves spending time with her family and friends, especially over tacos or macaroni and cheese, usually with a cold Mountain Dew in her hand. She and her husband, Derek, reside in Ottawa County with their dear son, D.J.
Jennifer Meehan-Meier
Licensed Funeral Director
A native of Toledo’s Point Place Community, Jennifer currently resides in Sylvania, OH with her husband and step-daughter. After completing her graduate degree in Arts Administration, she went on to pursue a career in funeral service. Jennifer has been working as a licensed funeral director since 2015. She was a 2022-2023 class graduate of the National Funeral Directors Association, National Emerging Leaders Program. Jennifer is active with the Ohio Funeral Directors Association serving on various committees and task forces. A musician at heart, she is a professional harpist who performs at churches and social events and teaches private lessons. Jennifer has been the administrative assistant for the Harp Gathering since its debut in 2008. She is a member of the Point Place Business Association where she is currently serving in the positions of Vice-President and Parade Chairwomen.
Jennifer Meehan-Meier
Licensed Funeral Director
A native of Toledo’s Point Place Community, Jennifer currently resides in Sylvania, OH with her husband and step-daughter. After completing her graduate degree in Arts Administration, she went on to pursue a career in funeral service. Jennifer has been working as a licensed funeral director since 2015. She was a 2022-2023 class graduate of the National Funeral Directors Association, National Emerging Leaders Program. Jennifer is active with the Ohio Funeral Directors Association serving on various committees and task forces. A musician at heart, she is a professional harpist who performs at churches and social events and teaches private lessons. Jennifer has been the administrative assistant for the Harp Gathering since its debut in 2008. She is a member of the Point Place Business Association where she is currently serving in the positions of Vice-President and Parade Chairwomen.
Parker Cornwell
Licensed Funeral Director
Parker was born and raised in Findlay, OH, but spent his adult life in the Toledo area, now residing in Metamora. After getting his bachelor’s degree, he graduated with a Master of Divinity from the Reformed Evangelical Pastors College. He joined Walker in 2023 and finds great fulfillment helping grieving families honor their loved ones. He lives with his wife Jeannette and their children, Marie, Jedidiah, Gravenor, Charles, Nika, Jerusha, and Tomy. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with family, renovating his house, camping, reading, and being involved at Christ the Word Church.
Parker Cornwell
Licensed Funeral Director
Parker was born and raised in Findlay, OH, but spent his adult life in the Toledo area, now residing in Metamora. After getting his bachelor’s degree, he graduated with a Master of Divinity from the Reformed Evangelical Pastors College. He joined Walker in 2023 and finds great fulfillment helping grieving families honor their loved ones. He lives with his wife Jeannette and their children, Marie, Jedidiah, Gravenor, Charles, Nika, Jerusha, and Tomy. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with family, renovating his house, camping, reading, and being involved at Christ the Word Church.
Henry Walker
Apprentice Funeral Director
Henry is honored to continue his family’s long tradition of compassionate funeral service in Northwest Ohio. As a fourth-generation member of the Walker family in this profession, he’s proud to serve the community through his ongoing apprenticeship.
A 2019 graduate of St. Francis De Sales High School, Henry was a member of the football team and served as captain of the lacrosse team during his senior year. He went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in interpersonal communication from the University of Toledo.
Henry values time with family and friends and enjoys reading, music, boating, and cheering on THE Ohio State Buckeyes and Cleveland Browns. He splits his time between Port Clinton and Sylvania, OH.
Henry Walker
Apprentice Funeral Director
Henry is honored to continue his family’s long tradition of compassionate funeral service in Northwest Ohio. As a fourth-generation member of the Walker family in this profession, he’s proud to serve the community through his ongoing apprenticeship.
A 2019 graduate of St. Francis De Sales High School, Henry was a member of the football team and served as captain of the lacrosse team during his senior year. He went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in interpersonal communication from the University of Toledo.
Henry values time with family and friends and enjoys reading, music, boating, and cheering on THE Ohio State Buckeyes and Cleveland Browns. He splits his time between Port Clinton and Sylvania, OH.
Stephenie Miller
Advanced Planning Specialist
Stephenie truly loves what she does because every day gives her the chance to connect with people, share stories, and help make planning ahead a little easier and more comfortable.
At home, she is a wife and proud mom of two amazing boys. As a family, they love to travel, explore the outdoors, and make memories together. Born and raised in Sylvania, OH, Stephenie is grateful to serve the community that has always been home.
Stephenie Miller
Advanced Planning Specialist
Stephenie truly loves what she does because every day gives her the chance to connect with people, share stories, and help make planning ahead a little easier and more comfortable.
At home, she is a wife and proud mom of two amazing boys. As a family, they love to travel, explore the outdoors, and make memories together. Born and raised in Sylvania, OH, Stephenie is grateful to serve the community that has always been home.
Amber Stranyak-Keesee
Office Administrator - Sylvania
A Michigan native and 2001 Monroe High School graduate, Amber continued her education at Wayne State University, obtaining a Bachelor of Mortuary Science in 2006. She is a licensed funeral director and embalmer in both Ohio and Michigan and joined Walker Funeral Home as an Office Administrator in 2024. Amber served as Election Chairperson in Exeter Township for sixteen years and is the current Secretary of the Point Place Business Association. She has been married since 2008 to Noel Keesee, Treasurer of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees Union Local 24 in Toledo. Together they welcomed a son, Nikola, in August 2020. She enjoys spending her free time perusing antique stores and flea markets for treasures to add to her collection of vintage home furnishings, clothing and hats.
Amber Stranyak-Keesee
Office Administrator - Sylvania
A Michigan native and 2001 Monroe High School graduate, Amber continued her education at Wayne State University, obtaining a Bachelor of Mortuary Science in 2006. She is a licensed funeral director and embalmer in both Ohio and Michigan and joined Walker Funeral Home as an Office Administrator in 2024. Amber served as Election Chairperson in Exeter Township for sixteen years and is the current Secretary of the Point Place Business Association. She has been married since 2008 to Noel Keesee, Treasurer of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees Union Local 24 in Toledo. Together they welcomed a son, Nikola, in August 2020. She enjoys spending her free time perusing antique stores and flea markets for treasures to add to her collection of vintage home furnishings, clothing and hats.
