Thaedra Salazar

With over three decades of commitment to integrity and compassion in the funeral industry, I offer both experience and leadership. I prioritize professionalism and a keen attention to detail when honoring and commemorating the needs of clients' loved ones. My unique strength lies in providing comfort to families and orchestrating personalized events that reflect their wishes.

Embalmer / Funeral Director - Mulkey Bowles Montgomery Funeral Home

(2022-01 - 2025-06)

• Meet with families of the deceased to discuss funeral arrangements and requests
• Explain pricing and product information for caskets and flowers to family and friends
• Order casket, flowers, and other necessities for funeral and memorial services
• Make arrangements for pallbearers, readers, and other participants in the funeral
• Assist family in selecting a gravestone if necessary or put them in touch with cemetery personnel
• Oversee preparation and embalming of the deceased prior to the funeral

Embalmer / Funeral Director - Restland

(2017-02 - 2022-01)

• Meet with families of the deceased to discuss funeral arrangements and requests
• Explain pricing and product information for caskets and flowers to family and friends
• Order casket, flowers, and other necessities for funeral and memorial services
• Make arrangements for pallbearers, readers, and other participants in the funeral
• Assist family in selecting a gravestone if necessary or put them in touch with cemetery personnel
• Oversee preparation and embalming of the deceased prior to the funeral

Embalmer / Funeral Director - Avalon

(1996-02 - 2017-04)

• Managed daily operations of care center
• Coordinate and direct funeral, memorial services, visitations, and graveside services and cremations
• Handle documentation and regulatory compliance (death certificates, permits, cemetery forms)
• Supervise or perform preparation of remains (embalming if licensed/required), dressing, and cosmetology as needed
• Coordinate with clergy, cemeteries, crematories, florists, and other service providers
• Provide bereavement support and referrals to families
• Maintain accurate records, funeral home facilities, and equipment
• Participate in on-call rotation, including nights/weekends and holiday coverage
• Train and mentor support staff and apprentices as needed

Graduated - Dallas institute of Funeral Service and Science (1994 - 1996)

Associates of Business Management - Business Management