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Roger Husband, a native Detroiter, is a skilled and compassionate funeral director who has served the Detroit area for over 30 years. Mr. Husband is a graduate of Wayne State University Mortuary Science Program, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in 1988. He continues as a Professor at Wayne State, teaching a variety of embalming classes to future funeral directors. He is an active church member, a loving husband to Lisa, and a devoted father to his daughter and son.
Kimberly Varela is a graduate of the Wayne State University Mortuary Science program where she was awarded the 2012 Gerald P. Cavalier Excellence in Embalming Award. Her unique experience as the child of career enlisted military parents provides her with insight into the importance of respect, dignity and honor when communicating with others. As an experienced hospice volunteer, Kimberly has a unique ability to provide comfort and understanding to families during their time of grief and loss.
Brendolyn Jasper joined The Husband Family Funeral Home in July 2016. Brendolyn worked for the Social Security Administration for 38 years, retiring in 2009. She and her husband, Robert, have lived in Southfield for over 28 years and are the proud parents of three children. Brendolyn’s caring and compassionate nature are appreciated by all the families she serves. Her authentic sincerity helps to ease the pain most families experience during a loss.
ShaQuita Johnson joined The Husband Family Funeral Home in May 2011. She has a love for serving families during a difficult time and possesses exceptional administrative skills. ShaQuita is married and is the proud mother of a daughter and granddaughter.
“After experiencing the loss of my father in 2010, I gained a passion for wanting to support people during their time of loss. I am very excited to be working at The Husband Family Funeral Home where I am able to provide support to our families, as well as our incredible staff. I feel that my personal and professional experience with loss has helped me provide the kindness and compassion that people deserve during this time. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family, friends and my church family!”
Fast-forward to 2023... during the loss of my beautiful mother... the ENTIRE staff had my back! I love them all so much and I appreciate all that they did for me and my family! Mama loved them all and will always be a part of HFFH! I couldn't ask for better people to work with!
