San Marcos Chapel & Vista Chapel
A Family Tradition of Caring Since 1964
Manager - Senior Funeral Director
darren@allenbrothersmortuary.com
I originally joined the Allen Brothers family as a part-time office assistant and then became a full-time Mortuary Assistant. I found helping families to be such a positive experience that I then become an Arrangement Counselor.
Now, as a Licensed Funeral Director, I continue to look forward to every day as a new opportunity to help families say goodbye to a loved one in a special way which helps bring peace of mind.
Senior Funeral Director ~ Embalmer
tonya@allenbrothersmortuary.com
Since a very early age, I have always been interested in working with families and making sure that their loved one's wishes are carried out. As an embalmer as well, I look forward to presenting a loved one with a pleasant and memorable final farewell.
After working in a large funeral home chain for more than 10 years, I have found it to be a very pleasant and positive experience working at Allen Brothers; each employee is treated like a family member.
Funeral Director ~ Embalmer
hollis@allenbrothersmortuary.com
With every family, I believe in treating each person as if they are a member of my own family and making sure that everything I do is to make sure their family's loss is just a little bit easier.
Arrangement Counselor
ken@allenbrothersmortuary.com
I find it rewarding to be able to help people work through the details during this time of grief and loss. Everybody is unique in their own way of preparing for this day, but many are still caught off guard. I feel that's a big reason why we are here to help.
Funeral Director ~ Embalmer
tanya@allenbrothersmortuary.com
“My role as Funeral Director & Embalmer is to help guide families through the grieving process. I find it incredibly rewarding to assist families during the most difficult time in their lives.”
Arrangement Counselor
reina@allenbrothersmortuary.com
I started as a Mortuary Assistant with Allen Brothers initially because I wanted a chance to make a difference to help those going through the most difficult time in their lives. As an arrangement Counselor, I love having the chance to be beside our families from the beginning of the process to the end of their services. Giving them a familiar face throughout has made a huge difference.
Preneed Consultant
susan@allenbrothersmortuary.com
Susan has been a preneed funeral consultant and planner since 2002 and joined the Allen Brothers family in 2005. Susan has a Bachelor's Degree and a certificate in Personal Financial Planning.
“With my financial certificate and my passion for helping people, I am able to guide people through the emotional and financial decisions that should be made by everyone, so that the burden is not left up to the surviving family members.”
Florist ~ Community Representative
Marie retired as owner of “Rancho Village Florist - Expressions of Sympathy” where she created floral arrangements for our Vista and San Marcos families since 1998. Marie also represents Allen Brothers Mortuary, Inc. in the San Marcos and Vista Chambers of Commerce and at community events.
Marie says, “Floral tributes can be a loving and caring gesture for the grieving family.”
Vice President
Pam begins the third generation of Allen family members dedicated to helping families.
After several years of administrative duties, I have found that I am drawn to help families through their difficult days. I am now working toward becoming a licensed funeral director so I can continue the proud traditions of our family mortuary.
Corporate Secretary
Carrie works in the background, supporting both chapels to continue the proud Allen Brothers tradition of treating every family like part of “our family.”
I know firsthand how much difference the compassionate and caring assistance from Allen Brothers made for my family in our times of need over the years. I'm now proud to work with the Allen Brothers staff to help other families.