Our Staff

Jody Herrington

Senior Managing Partner of Operations

Jody is the Senior Managing Partner of Operations and is extremely honored to be part of the team at Restland Funeral Home, Cemetery, and Crematory. Having served at a sister location in the Bay Area of California, she is excited about the new opportunities and experiences that await her. Jody joins with over 15 years of funeral service experience and over 30 years in the customer service arena. She feels that there is nothing she would rather do than care for your loved ones and help our community plan for the future.

Michael Schleeter

Senior Managing Partner of Family Service

Alex Garcia

Managing Partner of Community Development

Alicia Burnstein

Funeral Home Manager

Alicia was born and raised in Southern California. Originally, she was pursuing a career in Nursing, and happen to come across the brochure about the Mortuary Science Program that was at the same college. After attending the information night about the program, decided – “Why not” Three days into the program she knew that this was her calling in life, and never looked back. Alicia graduated from the Cypress College Mortuary Science program in 1998. Earning the two achievements: Student of the Year and The Rosalind Ragsdale Award. In 1999, Alicia started a 2-year embalming apprenticeship with Forest Lawn Memorial Parks & Mortuaries. Soon after obtaining her embalmer and funeral director license, was promoted to Mortuary/Funeral Service Supervisor of the Long Beach, California location. 6 years later would find her also in charge of the Cypress, California location. In the 16 plus years of being in this leadership role she was fortunate to work with many dynamic individuals. Also, developed and implemented a Work Study program for mortuary science students to experience the day-to-day operations of a Funeral Home. Took part in the Long Beach and Cypress Chamber of Commerce; local Veteran’s organization’s; and was active in all the Funeral Home related community events. In 2008, she earned my Bachelor of Science degree in Organizational Management from the University of LaVerne.

In 2017, Alicia and her husband, Norm decided that it was time to make a move. Within 2 weeks of placing, it on the market their house sold. They packed up their belongings and with their two fur babies made the move to Plano, Texas. In early 2018, she took a position as an embalmer. Having spent most of her career in management, she felt it was very rewarding to “get back to basics”. It renewed her love for this profession and reminded her why she chose this field. Then came COVID! Finally in September 2020, Alicia applied for a Funeral Director position with Restland Funeral Home & Cemetery. For someone who comes from the preparation side of the funeral home, this was a whole new world. Very rewarding and humbling. In November 2021, Alicia took on the role of Funeral Home Manager. This new role offered even more challenges and opportunities to grow. Alicia believes that every family who has entrusted us with their loved one needs to know they made the right choice, and that their loved one is in good hands.

Mike Day

Cemetery Manager

Mike began his career in the funeral profession in 1989 in his hometown of Kemp, Texas. After graduating from the Dallas Institute of Funeral Service in 1992 Mike became a licensed funeral director and embalmer. Over the course of 25 years Mike worked as a funeral director and was eventually promoted as Funeral Home Manager and ultimately Managing Partner of the locations that he began his professional career. Mike became Managing Partner of Cemetery Operations at Restland Cemetery in 2015 and has been privileged to work with the professional staff of Restland overseeing daily cemetery operations. “Treating every family as if it were my own, delivering compassionate care to the many families that Restland is honored to serve and the overall passion of helping others in need are personal rewards to me”. Mike enjoys the outdoors, hunting, fishing and camping and any type of family time and activities. Mike and his wife Lori have 3 children, Taylor, Dylan and Alyssa as well as one grandson, Luke Dawson Kephart.

Talina Reed

Rembrandt Floral Manager

Talina began her floral career in 2014 as a floral designer, learning through hands-on experience and working under a variety of florists to fully understand the craft from the ground up. Immersing herself in different techniques and environments gave her a deep appreciation for the artistry of floral design and the responsibility that comes with creating something meaningful for others.
Flowers have always represented more than beauty to Talina. She believes we are much like flowers - we must be deeply rooted in order to grow, we weather storms, we bloom, and we return to our roots to care for ourselves before the next journey begins. This philosophy shapes how she designs, leads, and serves.
Today, Talina is the Manager at Rembrandt Florist, where she oversees daily operations, mentors our design team, and ensures every arrangement is created with intention, care, and respect. She has designed florals for weddings, events, workshops, everyday moments, and funeral services. While each carries significance, Talina finds the deepest meaning in sympathy work. Being entrusted to create floral tributes that thoughtfully represent a life that has passed is truly an honor for her.
Talina's mission at Rembrandt Florist is to lead with integrity, compassion, and excellence - creating meaningful floral designs while supporting the team and serving families with care during life’s most important moments.

Andrea Shields

Call Center Supervisor

Andrea, an Oklahoma native, embarked on a journey that led her from pursuing a nursing degree to becoming a Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer. She graduated in 2001 with a Bachelor of Science Degree at the University of Central Oklahoma in Edmond.
After 15 years of dedicated funeral service in her small town, she had the opportunity to go to work at Floral Haven Funeral Home in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, where she excelled for 6 years, earning Employee of the Year and recognition for her leadership.
In 2022, Andrea relocated to Texas when her husband accepted a new position. Remaining loyal to the NorthStar Memorial Group, she seamlessly transitioned to Restland Funeral Home in Dallas as a Funeral Director. In December 2023, Andrea embraced a pivotal career move, accepting the role of Assistant Funeral Home Manager and in November 2025 as the Call Center Supervisor. Andrea is committed to ensuring every family she serves receives the same care and compassion she would provide to her own family.
Beyond her career, Andrea enjoys shopping, road trips with her husband Mark, and cherished visits with her daughter, Shiann and being the best Lolli to her new grandson, Jack. She and her husband, along with their fur baby, Luca Bella, reside in Sherman, TX.

Cory Morris

Cemetery Superintendent

Brad Thome

Assistant Cemetery Superintendent

Jose Nino

Cemetery Foreman

Roberto Gonzalez

Cemetery Foreman

Alex Melendez

Cemetery Caretaker

Angel Espulgas

Cemetery Caretaker

Benerol Sencherey

Cemetery Caretaker

Carmen Perez

Cemetery Caretaker

Daniel Lopez

Cemetery Caretaker