Our Staff


Our Staff

Elizabeth Askew

Elizabeth Askew

Preplanning Specialist and Monument Consultant for Minnesota and Western Wisconsin

Elizabeth grew up in Rosemount, where she met her husband, and they’ve now been married for 13 years. They have two energetic boys who are currently in 5th and 3rd grade. Their home is always busy — especially with their two dogs, Roo, an English Mastiff, and Norman, a chocolate Lab. 


Hockey is a big part of their family and when they’re not at the rink playing hockey, they’re usually watching and cheering on the Minnesota Wild. 


Elizabeth's background in connecting with people and building relationships will carry over perfectly as she continues to serve families with care and compassion.

Kayla Cwojdzinski

Kayla Cwojdzinski

Preplanning Specialist and Monument Consultant for Northern Wisconsin

Kayla Cwojdzinski is a Funeral Director Apprentice committed to providing families with compassionate care and professional guidance during their time of need. With a strong foundation in customer service and a degree in Business and Marketing, she brings both empathy and professionalism to her work in funeral service. Outside of her professional role, Kayla values time with her family and enjoys traveling, attending live music events, hiking, and cooking.

 Sarah Wise-Schwieger

Sarah Wise-Schwieger

Preplanning Specialist and Monument Consultant for Minnesota and Western Wisconsin

Sarah was born and raised in Hastings and graduated with the Class of 1996. In 2005, she married her husband, Ben, and together they are proud parents of three children—Matthew, Laney, and Beckett.


She began her career in the funeral industry in 2006 and has since served in a variety of roles, including Office Manager, Funeral Director’s Assistant, and now Preplanning Specialist and Monument Consultant. Sarah finds great fulfillment in helping families prepare and plan; ensuring peace of mind for the future.


Outside of her professional life, Sarah enjoys traveling, staying active, and most of all, spending time with her family. She also gives back to her community as Vice President of the Hastings Catholic Education Foundation and through her volunteer work at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School.


Sarah's experience and passion for guiding families will benefit everyone she serves and we are excited to have her on the team.

Tiffany Bielenberg Kramer

Tiffany Bielenberg Kramer

Preplanning Specialist and Monument Consultant for Southern Wisconsin

Tiffany A. Bielenberg Kramer's funeral service career began in 1997 at Pauley Jones Funeral Home in her hometown of Harlan, IA, when the loss of her aunt prompted her interest in the funeral process. Tiffany is an alumnus of Harlan Community High School and the University of Northern Iowa. In 2001, she obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, cum laude from UNI, where she was the founding member of the Pre-Mortuary/Forensic Science Club and a member of the Tri-Beta Biological Honor Society. Tiffany obtained her Associate of Applied Science degree in Mortuary Science in 2003 from Worsham College of Mortuary Science in Wheeling, IL, where she was the valedictorian of her class. Tiffany is licensed in WI, IA, MN, IL, and NE Funeral Director / Embalmer / WI Agent for Burial Agreements / Life Insurance Agent for IA, IL, WI/ Certified Pre-Need Consultant, (CPC) / Certified Crematory Operator (CCO)/ Certified Cremation Arranger (CCA).