Our History
The opening of Deerfoot Memorial Funeral Home in Trussville in December 2015 brought a new modern funeral facility to area residents and a new philosophy in providing affordable funeral services.
Deerfoot Memorial was founded on the premise that many times families of loved ones are overwhelmed by the high price of funeral services being offered by other establishments.
The staff at Deerfoot understood that families deserved a more affordable option when choosing a funeral home to take care of their loved one. At Deerfoot these options not only include saving thousands of dollars on Traditional Funeral Services, but also tremendous savings on American made caskets and vaults.
Members of the Deerfoot staff have strong ties to the Trussville area as parents of children growing up in this community, worshiping with neighbors and working with other residents to make the city one of the best areas to live and work in the country.
We are honored to be a part of the Trussville family and would also be honored to serve our friends and neighbors in their time of need..
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Kari Minyard, Manager
Kari has been working for Gamble Holding Company since April 2016. She started at New Horizon Memorial Funeral Home in Dora, Alabama and is currently working as the Manager, Apprentice Funeral Director and Embalmer, and a Pre-Need Sales Agents at Deerfoot Memorial. She lives in Hoover with her husband and their children. When she is not at work she enjoys spending time with her family.
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Beverly Oliver, Office Manager
Beverly has over twenty years’ experience working in the field of office management. She desires to be a help and service to others, which is how her path led her to Deerfoot. She has a love for music and an education background. She lives in Argo with her husband. She loves spending time with her family, especially her four beautiful granddaughters and brand new baby grandson.
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Megan Stringfellow, Apprentice Funeral Director and Embalmer
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Brandy Lett, Apprentice Funeral Director and Embalmer
I am a wife, mother, and a proud first-time grandmother to a four-month-old grandson, with another grandbaby on the way. Family is at the center of my life, and it deeply influences the compassion, patience, and understanding I bring to my work each day.I currently serve as an Apprentice Funeral Director and Apprentice Embalmer at Deerfoot Memorial Funeral Home in Trussville, Alabama, while continuing my education at Jefferson State, where I am scheduled to graduate in August 2026. Serving families at Deerfoot Memorial is especially meaningful to me because of the home’s long-standing commitment to dignity, respect, and truly caring for the families it serves. It is an honor to be part of a team that treats every family as their own.As part of my apprenticeship, I have been blessed with the opportunity to serve families in our community during some of life’s most difficult moments. My faith and personal values guide me to serve with humility, kindness, and compassion, offering comfort and support when it is needed most. I believe that caring for families in times of loss is more than a profession, it is a calling.I am deeply committed to walking alongside families with empathy and grace, helping them find peace, comfort, and reassurance during their time of need. It is a privilege to serve the Trussville community and surrounding areas through care rooted in love, faith, and genuine compassion.
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Mike Sartin, Funeral Director
Mike began his funeral business at Ridouts in 1984. He has proudly served families in the Trussville Community since that time. He is married to his wife, Robin Biddy Sartin. They have three children and three grandchildren. He is a member of CrossPoint Church, the Trussville Noon Rotary Club, and enjoys golfing and hanging out with family and friends.
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Mark Edwards, Funeral Assistant
Mark has assisted in the funeral business for over thirty years. He gladly serves in several capacities here at Deerfoot. His keen eye for detail and his dependable nature makes him an essential member of our team. He enjoys cooking and spending time with friends.
