Bill DeBerry Sr.
Founder 1932 - 2017
Bill DeBerry (Bill, Sr.) has served the families of Denton since 1958. He brought a half of a century of experience and service to the North Texas area in which he served. His old family values and ethics enhance his understanding in what a family desires in a funeral or memorial service. We strive to keep his values as Bill DeBerry Funeral Directors moves forward.
Bill DeBerry Sr.
Founder 1932 - 2017
Bill DeBerry (Bill, Sr.) has served the families of Denton since 1958. He brought a half of a century of experience and service to the North Texas area in which he served. His old family values and ethics enhance his understanding in what a family desires in a funeral or memorial service. We strive to keep his values as Bill DeBerry Funeral Directors moves forward.
Bill DeBerry
President, Funeral Director/Mortician
Bill DeBerry (Bill Jr.) has served the Denton area families since 1983. His upbringing with a father in the funeral service industry has given him a lifetime of being around the funeral home and families in need which helps him understand what families want in a funeral or memorial service.
Since the passing of his father, Bill, Jr. has continued the family tradition of personal service. His goal is to see that the following generations experience compassion and personal consideration when making arrangements for their loved one.
If you have questions about cost, special arrangements or anything feel free to give him a call or send an email.
Bill DeBerry
President, Funeral Director/Mortician
Bill DeBerry (Bill Jr.) has served the Denton area families since 1983. His upbringing with a father in the funeral service industry has given him a lifetime of being around the funeral home and families in need which helps him understand what families want in a funeral or memorial service.
Since the passing of his father, Bill, Jr. has continued the family tradition of personal service. His goal is to see that the following generations experience compassion and personal consideration when making arrangements for their loved one.
If you have questions about cost, special arrangements or anything feel free to give him a call or send an email.
John Goobeck
Operations
John Goobeck, 63 was raised in a military family, where his father served 27 years in the US Army. He is a 1982 graduate of Cameron University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry. He is also a 1984 graduate of Dallas Institute of Funeral Service and has been a licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer for 40 years.
He has (2) children, Sarah and Matt and (1) granddaughter, Sydney.
John is currently on the Board of Directors for Cremation Association of North America and President Elect for the Texas Funeral Directors Association.
John retired as Vice President/Director in Charge from Greenwood Funeral Homes and Cremation after 38 years of service, and joined Bill DeBerry Funeral Directors in October of 2023. He just recently was honored with the Ed. C. Smith Lifetime Achievement Award for his outstanding service to the Community and Texas Funeral Service for his unwavering compassion for Funeral Service.
John Goobeck
Operations
John Goobeck, 63 was raised in a military family, where his father served 27 years in the US Army. He is a 1982 graduate of Cameron University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry. He is also a 1984 graduate of Dallas Institute of Funeral Service and has been a licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer for 40 years.
He has (2) children, Sarah and Matt and (1) granddaughter, Sydney.
John is currently on the Board of Directors for Cremation Association of North America and President Elect for the Texas Funeral Directors Association.
John retired as Vice President/Director in Charge from Greenwood Funeral Homes and Cremation after 38 years of service, and joined Bill DeBerry Funeral Directors in October of 2023. He just recently was honored with the Ed. C. Smith Lifetime Achievement Award for his outstanding service to the Community and Texas Funeral Service for his unwavering compassion for Funeral Service.
Andrew DeBerry
Funeral Director, Prearrangement Counselor, Veteran's Administrative Coordinator.
Andrew is a graduate of Dallas Institute of Funeral Service. He is moving forward with keeping his fathers values in assisting families in their time of need. As a retired police officer he understands the sudden need of compassion and kindness at a moments notice. Andrew can assist with Pre-Planning and Funeral or Cremation arrangements. Feel free to contact him with questions.
Andrew DeBerry
Funeral Director, Prearrangement Counselor, Veteran's Administrative Coordinator.
Andrew is a graduate of Dallas Institute of Funeral Service. He is moving forward with keeping his fathers values in assisting families in their time of need. As a retired police officer he understands the sudden need of compassion and kindness at a moments notice. Andrew can assist with Pre-Planning and Funeral or Cremation arrangements. Feel free to contact him with questions.
Justin DeBerry
Manager - Funeral Director
Justin is a third generation in our family and a graduate of Commonwealth Institute of Funeral Service. He is proud to continue in his Grandfathers footsteps showing families the compassion they deserve. His personality and mannerisms are very familiar to people, recognizing Bill Sr. as his mentor.
If you have prearrangement questions or just questions about funerals, cremations or other options feel free to contact him.
Justin DeBerry
Manager - Funeral Director
Justin is a third generation in our family and a graduate of Commonwealth Institute of Funeral Service. He is proud to continue in his Grandfathers footsteps showing families the compassion they deserve. His personality and mannerisms are very familiar to people, recognizing Bill Sr. as his mentor.
If you have prearrangement questions or just questions about funerals, cremations or other options feel free to contact him.
Amelia (Slimp) McLearen
Administration
Amelia is a very valuable asset to our firm with her knowledge of the funeral industry. She began working in the funeral industry in 2016 & takes pride in serving families & showing them the kindness & compassion they deserve.
Amelia serves as our office administrator, ensuring the office runs efficiently & smoothly. She handles all death certificates, making sure doctors sign in a timely manner & the filing of the certificates. She handles all permits for cremation, along with scheduling the cremation and the return of the cremated remains to the family. She handles all life insurance policy claims for families. She is also responsible for the production of memorial products provided at services.
Amelia (Slimp) McLearen
Administration
Amelia is a very valuable asset to our firm with her knowledge of the funeral industry. She began working in the funeral industry in 2016 & takes pride in serving families & showing them the kindness & compassion they deserve.
Amelia serves as our office administrator, ensuring the office runs efficiently & smoothly. She handles all death certificates, making sure doctors sign in a timely manner & the filing of the certificates. She handles all permits for cremation, along with scheduling the cremation and the return of the cremated remains to the family. She handles all life insurance policy claims for families. She is also responsible for the production of memorial products provided at services.
