Our team of experts allows us to make things easier for you. Each team member brings their own professional expertise and desire to help, allowing us to serve your needs at the highest level. Together we provide an exceptional experience that allows you to take care of yourself and family, while we handle everything else.
Rod Abrams
Born and raised in Tottenham on his family farm. Rod graduated from the Canadian School of Embalming Banting Institute Toronto and received his Funeral Director’s License in 1966 from the Ontario Board of Funeral Services. Following his apprenticeship and employment with Turner & Porter Funeral Directors, Rod and his wife Sue returned to his hometown to purchase the Anderson Funeral Home in 1973. In 1988, Rod and Sue built a larger 13,000 square foot Funeral Home on a 12 acre parcel of the family farm land overlooking the Tottenham Conservation area. Rod has been actively involved in the community since a young age. He has served our community through the years by coaching numerous sports teams, being a member of many service clubs and association, and through sponsoring and supporting numerous events, activities, and teams. Rod is enjoying his 62nd year in funeral service, and has been a licensed Funeral Director for over 60 years. He is active in the full day-to-day operations of the business.
Sue Abrams
Sue was raised in Thorncrest Village Etobicoke. She attended the University of Toronto and began her Kindergarten Teaching Career in Toronto. After the move with Rod to Tottenham, she took time off from teaching to raise their family and assist in the daily operations of their family business. Sue returned to teaching in 1988 and taught Kindergarten at Alliston Union Public School until her retiring from teaching in 2000. Sue assists in the behind the scenes operations at the Funeral Home.
Rod and Sue have two sons. Todd, residing in Dallas Texas with his wife Deborah and their three children: Christian, Rowan, and Ryder. Scott, married to Ashley, works in the family business as a Licensed Funeral Director and their three children: Abigail, Ryan, and Emma.
Scott Abrams
Scott grew up in Tottenham surrounded by the family Funeral Home. He began his career in funeral service with his schooling and internship through Humber College. Upon graduating from Humber College with a Diploma in Funeral Service Education, Scott received his Funeral Director’s License from the Ontario Board of Funeral Services in 1998. Scott has been working alongside his parents ever since, and resides in New Tecumseth with his wife Ashley and their children Abigail, Ryan, and Emma. In 2011, Scott became the first funeral director in the New Tecumseth and surrounding area to become a Certified Funeral Celebrant. He has served as a Director and 2nd Vice President on the Tottenham Chamber of Commerce, and helps to support community events. Scott is actively involved in our community and has been able to be a coach and trainer for many sports teams.
Ashley Abrams
Ashley was raised in Beeton and Tottenham. Ashley graduated with a degree in Marketing from Fleming College, and then continued with her education at Humber College obtaining a Wedding/Event Planning Certificate. Ashley has been working alongside her husband Scott in the family business and assists with the day-to-day operations of the funeral home, oversees reception host duties, and the office bookkeeping. Ashley is active within the community serving as a Leader for Sparks/Brownies, and as a Sunday School Teacher. Ashley and Scott reside in Tottenham with their children Abigail, Ryan, and Emma.
Sandra Quartieri
Sandra was raised in Toronto. She began her career in funeral service in Toronto in 2008 where she worked as a Funeral Director Assistant. During the next few years Sandra grew into the role of a Family Service Counselor assisting families with pre-planning and basic estate care. Sandra received her Diploma in Funeral Service through Humber College and received her Funeral Directors License from the Bereavement Authority of Ontario in 2022. Sandra is fluent in both English and Italian, and resides in Tottenham with her husband Frank, and their daughter Gia.
Allan Blakely
(In Loving Memory)
Allan was raised on his family farm in Alliston, and is a long time member of our Funeral Home family. After his internship with our Funeral Home, he received his Funeral Director’s License in 1989 from the Ontario Board of Funeral Services. Allan was a 29-year member of the Alliston Fire Fighter’s and retired holding the rank of Captain. Allan resided in Alliston with his wife Sue. They have three children: Shannon, Scott, and Jason, and six grandchildren: Aislynn, Silas, Quinn, Hailey, Austin, and Kaylee. After 34 years of dedicated service with Rod Abrams Funeral Home, Allan passed away in December 2022. He is greatly missed by his Funeral Home Family, and we thank him for his friendship, love, and for all the years of service that he gave to our Funeral Home, and for the great care that he provided the many families that he helped to serve in his time with us.
Janet Tipping
Born and raised in Tottenham on the Abrams Family farm (now the Tottenham Conservation Area), with her brother Rod. She attended Lakeshore Teachers College and Toronto Teachers College and obtained her teaching degree in 1969. Janet took time off from full time teaching to raise her family, but continued supply teaching in New Tecumseth and surrounding areas for many years. Janet has been a lifelong volunteer with Simcoe Manor Beeton and many associations within Simcoe County, and has been recognized for her dedication by both Simcoe County and the Province of Ontario. Janet has a love of music and has been playing the organ, piano, and keyboard since her childhood. Regularly Janet plays at Hymn Sings and Holiday Events for the residents at Simcoe Manor Beeton, and she is the former organist at Trinity United Church Beeton. She has been the organist and keyboardist at the funeral home since 1973, as well as a Hostess for celebrations of life and receptions. Janet and her husband Lowell have two children: Andrea and Sandy, and two grandchildren: Alex and Abby.
Michelle Keogh
Michelle grew up in New Tecumseth. She began working with our funeral home team as a Funeral Directors Assistant after retiring with the rank of Staff Sergeant from her 31 years of Service with Toronto Police Service. Michelle assists on visitations, services, receptions, transfers, and with day-to-day operations of the funeral home. Michelle is active in our community playing on many sports teams including baseball and volleyball. Michelle resides in our community with her Husband Matt, and they have two children: Ella and Lily.
Vince Eagan
Vince was raised on his family farm in Tottenham. He graduated from Ontario Police College in 1979, then the RCMP Regina College in 1981. Furthering his education Vince had obtained a BA Hons. in Policing from Wilfrid Laurier U, a BA in Forensic Identification from Laurentian U, an MA Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from Royal Roads U, and a Graduate Diploma in Canadian Legal Procedure from Osgoode PD /York University. Vince worked for many years with the RCMP and York Region Police and upon retiring, he joined our funeral home team as a Funeral Director Assistant. Vince assists on visitations, services, receptions, transfers, and with day-to-day operations of the funeral home. When not working Vince can be found enjoying bike riding, focusing on strength and conditioning for personal fitness, or furthering his knowledge with higher level academic pursuits. He lives in Tottenham with his wife Kelly, and has three daughters, and three grandchildren.
Millie Abrams
Millie joined our team in 2025 and quickly became our resident “Director of Comfort & Emotional Support”, and full-time morale booster. She is a happy, playful Shih Tzu–Bichon Frise mix and brings a gentle, fun, hypoallergenic presence to our workplace, making her a perfect fit with our team. Known for her ear licks, professional-level ball chasing, and love of stuffed animals, Millie is best friends with everyone she meets. With her goofy sense of humour and fantastic personality, she brings warmth and light to our workplace every day—and truly loves her job. When she’s off duty, Millie enjoys spending time with her family at home, happily accepting her favourite treats, and she especially loves the occasional Timbit.