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Larry Burns

Larry
Burns

Funeral Director Assistant

Larry chose to pursue a career in funeral services as it fulfills his desire to work with a team of caring people and to help families navigate one of the most challenging times in life. Born and raised in Georgetown, he is deeply connected to the community and its people and is proud to be a part of what makes Halton Hills such a great place to live and work. 

It would be hard to list everything that Larry does as he’s been with the team since 2015 and knows the inner workings of the business as few others do. His warm character and kindness are a testament to his commitment to serving families with care and compassion.

Larry enjoys life in Georgetown, where he and his wife, Michelle, raised their two sons. In his leisure time, Larry loves to golf and spend time with family and friends.

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Karen Burton

Karen
Burton

Receptionist and Hostess

Karen has spent most of her life helping people. A healthcare professional with 30 years of experience, she is committed to supporting people in times of need and sees her work as both an honour and a privilege. She joined Jones Funeral Home in 2023. 

As a lifelong resident of Georgetown, Karen has come to know many people in the community. Working with Jones has allowed her to give back and continue to provide value in semi-retirement.  

Karen’s background includes working in several hospitals as a Regulated Pharmacy Technician. She has also spent time as a volunteer ambulance attendant and is a Certified Holistic Nutritionist and Bioenergetic Practitioner, building on her experience as a healthcare provider. 

In Karen’s off time, she enjoys long walks with her dog, Hunter, playing pickleball at the local racquet club, reading, watching British TV drama, and spending quality time with her husband, Dave, and their two daughters.

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Jane Santaluce

Jane
Santaluce

Receptionist and Hostess

Jane is passionate about caring for seniors and their families. As a Receptionist and Hostess at Jones Funeral Home, she is dedicated to supporting people during tough times, helping to ease their stress and grief while helping to ensure they feel supported. 

Since 2020, Jane has been an integral part of the Jones team. Her capacity for empathy and commitment to providing comfort to seniors and their families is boundless, reflected in her smile and willingness to go the extra mile to ensure people are at ease. 

Outside of her work with Jones, Jane is a full-time employee of Amica, Georgetown, and a member of the Catholic Women’s League at Holy Cross Catholic Church, where she enjoys working with seniors. Jane lives in Georgetown with her husband Leo and daughters Emily, Olivia, and Francesca.

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Andrea Van de Valk

Andrea
Van de Valk

Receptionist and Hostess

Having been born and raised in beautiful Georgetown, Andrea has had many opportunities to witness the kindness and professionalism that Jones Funeral Home provides. Losing family members at a young age gave her insight to realize that no one really understands or knows what to do during a time of loss—unless they themselves have walked in those shoes. Andrea felt she could make a difference if she were a part of the Jones Team because she does understand. 

Andrea finds that being able to provide support to people is very gratifying. In her own words, “If I can help a grieving family make it through a tough day, that is what it is all about. I am very proud to be a member of the great team at Jones.”

Andrea was born and raised in Georgetown and spent many years working for RBC and the Town of Halton Hills, from which she retired and joined the Jones team as a Receptionist and Hostess in 2017.

Outside of her work at the funeral home, Andrea spends most of her time volunteering at the Georgetown Hospital, singing with the Georgetown Choral Society and St. John’s United Church Choir and spending time with her family.

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Alice English

Alice
English

Receptionist and Hostess

Alice is a people person and is passionate about helping people through difficult times. She loves that she can be there to provide support in times of need and takes pride in ensuring every family and individual who comes through our doors is treated with respect and dignity. 

Alice has been a valued member of the Jones Funeral Home team since 2004 and embraces her role as a receptionist and hostess as she understands how vital it is to feel heard and cared for while experiencing the loss of a loved one. 

Born in Bell Island, NL, Alice relocated to Georgetown with her family in 1967, where she settled with her partner, Bill, and daughter, Cindy. 

Outside of work, Alice is a member of the Holy Cross Catholic Church and enjoys spending as much time as possible with her three granddaughters, her son, Jim, and her daughter-in-law, Kim.

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Betty McFarlane

Betty
McFarlane

Funeral Director Assistant

Betty has worked for Jones Funeral Home since 2012, starting as a receptionist and hostess on a most auspicious day – Friday the 13th – a day she considers a good omen as it’s led her to a rewarding life and career in service to a community she loves. A decade later, she joined the team as a full-time Funeral Director Assistant and continues to provide caring comfort for those who are grieving. Betty feels privileged to be a part of life’s journey and is dedicated to ensuring these moments are as meaningful and joyful as they can be. 

A lifelong resident of Halton Hills, Betty was born and raised in Glen Williams and now lives in Georgetown with her husband, Jack. Outside work, Betty enjoys decorating, gardening, cheering on her team—the Toronto Blue Jays—and spending time with her daughters, son-in-law, and two granddaughters.

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Kasey Shoebridge

Kasey
Shoebridge

Office Administrator

Kasey was born and raised in Acton and has always been passionate about her community and its people. An integral part of the Jones Funeral Home team since 1992, she is dedicated to ensuring every interaction is seamless and friendly, upholding Jones’ core values of caring and compassionate service. 

Having started as a co-op student, Kasey has held many roles over the years and is currently the Office Administrator, overseeing every aspect of the business to ensure efficiency and transparency. 

Kasey lives in Acton with her husband, Bob and their two sons, Cameron and Connor. In her downtime, you might find Kasey walking her four-legged friend, Tucker, volunteering at the Acton Fall Fair, spending time with family and friends, enjoying her trailer in Port Severn or planning her next Barbados vacation.

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Archer Anglin

Archer
Anglin

Junior Funeral Director

Archer is passionate about ensuring inclusivity and compassion for people during their most difficult times. It is their nature to want everyone to feel welcome and comfortable the moment they step through our doors and for people to trust that they will be met with understanding and treated with the dignity, respect, and kindness they deserve. 

Archer was born in Ontario and lived overseas for over a decade before returning to Canada in 2015. They studied Graphic Communications Management at Toronto Metropolitan University, subsequently enrolling in Humber College’s Funeral Service Education Program. Archer joined the Jones team as an intern in 2023 and came on board permanently after becoming a licensed Funeral Director in 2024. Archer currently lives in Toronto with their partner, Mickey.

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Laura Vanderleest

Laura
Vanderleest

Senior Funeral Director

Laura knows how important it is for all the arrangements to be just right. Meeting her, you’ll know immediately how deeply she cares and see her commitment to treating others with dignity, compassion, and respect. A stickler for details, she works closely with families to understand their wishes and always goes the extra mile to ensure the arrangements are perfect. 

A licensed funeral director since 2005, Laura has served the community of Halton Hills since 2009 as the former manager of the MacKinnon Family Funeral Home in Acton. She joined Jones Funeral Home in 2023 and quickly became a valued member of our team, providing excellence, professionalism, and compassionate support to the families we serve. 

Laura lives in Acton with her husband, Jeff, and their three children. They are active members of the Bethel Christian Reformed Church in Acton and participate in church programs. In her spare time, Laura enjoys camping and spending time with her family and friends in the great outdoors.

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