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Jaron J. Chasca

General Manager & Licensed Funeral Director

Jaron J. Chasca, a licensed second-generation funeral director and active General Manager with Cypress Funeral & Cremation Services, has over 25 years of experience in the funeral profession. 

Jaron began his career as a Funeral Attendant in Calgary, Alberta. He then moved to Cranbrook, B.C. to work in his family’s funeral home and complete his apprenticeship. After completing a two-year apprenticeship, Jaron received his Certificate of Apprenticeship and Certificate of Trade Qualification for Funeral Directing and Embalming and is licensed in the Province of British Columbia.  

After this, Jaron moved back to Calgary where he was the Sales Manager with the City of Calgary cemeteries for three years. Jaron then started the first pet crematorium and funeral service in Western Canada.  During this time back in Calgary, Jaron also completed his Marketing and Entrepreneur diploma from Mount Royal College.

Now, Jaron has re-joined the family business with Cypress Funeral & Cremation Services in Vernon, Armstrong and Lake Country. He is excited to bring his knowledge, experience and especially his passion for serving bereaved families to the Okanagan. 

Wayne Kyle

Licensed Funeral Director

Wayne, one of our dedicated funeral directors, brings a wealth of experience and compassion to Cypress Funeral & Cremation Services. With a career spanning several decades, Wayne began his journey in funeral service in Brandon, Manitoba before relocating to British Columbia in 1972. A year later, he found his home in Vernon.

In 1977, Wayne, a passionate advocate for serving families during their most challenging times, acquired a funeral home in Armstrong. For 13 years, he operated the funeral home, nurturing relationships with the community.

In 2003, Wayne established Personal Alternative Funeral Services, serving the communities of Vernon and Armstrong. With an unwavering commitment to personalized care and support, Wayne has guided countless families through their grieving process.

Wayne takes great pride in his son Ryan and daughter Melanie. Outside of his dedicated work, Wayne actively participates in community events, enjoys the water, mountain biking, hiking and skiing.

Chelsea Osowetski

Licensed Funeral Director

Hailing from a small town in Northern Alberta, Chelsea's journey began with her high school graduation, which propelled her toward post-secondary education. She obtained a degree in Business Commerce from Grande Prairie Regional College and Athabasca University, setting a strong foundation for her future endeavours.

Following her studies, Chelsea embraced new opportunities and ventured to Regina, SK, where she worked as a Commercial Agricultural Lender. However, in 2018, she decided to make Kelowna her new home.

In 2020, Chelsea's passion for the funeral industry prompted her to pursue her to enroll in the Funeral Director/Embalmer program, dedicating herself to honing her skills and knowledge. With determination and hard work, she successfully completed the program in 2022.

Outside of her professional pursuits, Chelsea embraces the Okanagan region by enjoying wine tours and spending time at the lake.

Ron La Rose

Licensed Funeral Director

Meet Ron, a compassionate and experienced Licensed Funeral Director with deep roots in Vernon and the surrounding areas. With many years of dedicated service under his belt, Ron has become an integral part of the community, offering unwavering support to families during their most challenging times.

Ron's passion for funeral service runs deep, and he approaches his role with a commitment to helping families navigate through the difficulties that accompany loss.

Ron's extensive experience and genuine compassion make him a trusted and valued member of our team. Families can rely on his expertise and unwavering support as they navigate the intricate process of honouring their loved ones.

Sonia Rovatti

Licensed Funeral Director

Sonia began working in funeral service right out of high school. She started in a clerical position and quickly realized she wanted to be a funeral director and embalmer. Sonia completed her studies and graduated from the BC Funeral Association Apprenticeship
Program in 1992.

She worked as an embalmer for many years. Still, she knew she had a passion for helping families through the grieving process, so she transitioned to a funeral director role where she could embrace and care for families during their time of need.

Sonia has dedicated 30-plus years to funeral service. She brings a wealth of experience and insight to our profession and the families we serve.

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband and son. She loves the outdoors, camping, golfing, kayaking and exploring everything the Okanagan has to offer.

Ellysa Marshall

Licensed Apprentice Funeral Director

Ellysa was raised in the Okanagan. After graduating from A.L. Fortune High School as part of the Class of 2022 in Enderby, BC, Ellysa joined Cypress Funeral & Cremation Services in early 2023.

Ellysa's passion for the funeral industry shines through her commitment to helping families during their most challenging times. As she pursues a career in this field, she is currently engaged in an apprenticeship with our team while attending school to become a licensed funeral director and embalmer.

When Ellysa isn't at work or furthering her education, she finds joy in nature. You'll often find her outdoors, boating on the lakes or venturing up the mountains with her family.

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