Our Excellent Staff
Our staff is comprised of dedicated and licensed professionals with the experience to answer all your questions regarding our services. Please feel free to contact any of our staff members at any time.
Tony R. Hendricks
Funeral Home Manager; FD
Tony is a native of San Antonio. All of his schooling was here in San Antonio. He graduated from East Central High School and later attended San Antonio College where he enrolled in the Mortuary Science Program.
While attending this college he began working for Lewis Funeral Home. Upon graduation he passed the National Board exam and received his Funeral Director’s license. He has served as a full time Funeral Director for over 16 years.
In 2009 he was named the Chief Operating Officer for Lewis Funeral Home. He is committed to providing people with helpful information and experienced guidance.
In 2014 Tony received the Man of the Year Award from the Independent Funeral Directors Association of Texas, Inc. He is currently the Vice-President of that association. He is also a member of the National Funeral Directors and Mortician Association, Inc. and in 2015 he received the Governor’s Award District VI for the National.
He also does a community service radio program on KCHL Broadcast and participates in many of the public schools career day programs.
He resides in San Antonio with his wife Ronnette.
Clarence Baines
Funeral Director/Embalmer
Clarence has been associated with Lewis Funeral Home since the 1970’s and has been a licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer since 1978.
He was born in Wharton, Texas and graduated from Brackenridge High School in 1975. He began working for the funeral home at a very early age. Upon graduating from high school, it was known that he wanted to continue working in the funeral business. Therefore, he attended San Antonio College and enrolled in their Mortuary Science Program. He completed the course, passed the State Board Exam and received his Funeral Director and Mortician License. In April 2002, he was promoted to manager of Lewis Funeral Home.
He has directed many funerals throughout the years. He is a mentor to mortuary science students who are assigned to the funeral home. In addition, he does a weekly community broadcast service on the local KCHL radio station.
He is a member of Epsilon Nu Delta Mortuary Fraternity and has served as the president of the Alamo Funeral Directors Association.
He is married to Marie and they live in San Antonio.
Whitney Watson
Funeral Director/Embalmer
Whitney Watson, a native Missourian, was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri. Whitney decided to pursue new adventures in a new city and relocated to San Antonio, Texas in 2014.
She attended Forest Park Community College in 2010, graduating with an Associate’s degree in Applied Science. Whitney has been actively practicing as a licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer for 10 years.
In addition to her funeral service career, she holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management and Marketing, as well as her cosmetology license.
Whitney has a mutual love for working on DIY projects, arts & crafts, reading, cooking, baking, sewing, and traveling.
The thing in life that makes her happier than sparkles is spending every moment with her only daughter. She is also a health enthusiast, and fitness and health are two important components of her daily lifestyle.
Kassi Quintanilla
Funeral Director/Embalmer
Kassi Quintanilla
Funeral Director/Embalmer
Graduating from San Antonio College with a degree in Mortuary Science, Kassi joined MeadowLawn in 2019. She was born and raised in San Antonio, however, attended High School at Creekview High School in Carrollton, Texas. Kassi has always been known for her kindness and passion for serving families. Kassi is a Licensed Funeral Director, Licensed Embalmer, and Certified Crematory Operator.
Desiree Marshall
Funeral Director/Embalmer
Born and raised in Los Angeles, CA, Desiree moved to San Antonio in 2006. After an 18-year career with MAC Cosmetics as a District Manager, Desiree began her initial employment with Lewis Funeral Home in 2013. In 2015, she graduated with honors from San Antonio College where she received her Associates Degree in Mortuary Science. Today, she is a licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer. Along with serving families, “Des” enjoys watching scary movies and spending time with her two rescued fur babies, Theo & Archie.
Johnny C. Mosely
Funeral Director/Embalmer
Johnny C. Mosely is native to San Antonio, Texas. At an early age he knew what he wanted to do in life. He aspired to be a Mortician, just like his hero, his Father. Johnny graduated from Sam Houston High School and began his journey into the Funeral business by working at Lewis Funeral Home in 1987. He went on to receive his Associates Degree in Mortuary Science from San Antonio College in 1992, where he also obtained his license as an Embalmer and Funeral Director.
Through perseverance, dedication, and perfecting his craft for 35 plus years, Johnny has been a trailblazer in the funeral home community. He is a past president of the Alpha Iota Chapter of Epsilon Nu Delta. He's an active member of Independent Funeral Directors Association INC. In his spare time, Johnny is also a dedicated member of several organizations. He is a Past Master of BlueBonnet Lodge #192, a 32nd Degree Mason, and a member of Moussa Temple #106 (Prince Hall Shriners).
Lewis Funeral Home has been a pillar in the African American community for many years. This is where Johnny mentors many young men and women in this classic craft that has always been so dear to his heart.
Johnny is located in San Antonio with his wife Chris and family.
Elizabeth Jimenez
Funeral Director/Embalmer
Elizabeth Jimenez
Funeral Director/Embalmer
Born and raised in the Rio Grande Valley, Elizabeth and her family have called San Antonio their home since 2014. After graduating from San Antonio College with her Associates in Mortuary Science, she began her employment with MeadowLawn in 2018 and is a licensed Funeral Director, Embalmer and Crematory Operator.
Rachel Garcia
Funeral Director/Embalmer
Rachel Garcia
Funeral Director/Embalmer
Graduated from the San Antonio college Mortuary Science department in 1998 and has been a licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer for 24 years. She began her career with MeadowLawn 5 years ago on their All Paws Great & Small department.
On her off time she enjoys the outdoors with her son and fur baby, Max.
Sharol Sherrie Curry
Funeral Director
Sharol Sherrie Curry
Funeral Director
Sherrie has been with MeadowLawn since 1986. Having worked in all areas of the business, she is also a licensed funeral director. Sherrie has been a faithful member of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church since 1975 where she serves on the JJ Usher Ministry. She has 3 grown sons, 10 grandchildren and 2 great-grands.
Earnest Hamilton
Family Service Counselor
Earnest Hamilton
Family Service Counselor
Earnest Hamilton is a retired Chief Petty Officer from the US Navy after 23 years of dedicated service. He is a lifetime member of the VFW. He has been a member of the Alamo City Lion’s Club for more than 15 years and is passionately involved in several projects to raise funds each year for the Kids Sight Foundation. He also donates school supplies and is instrumental in providing to the Toys for Tots program, Eastside Boys & Girls Club and Davis Scott YMCA. He assists with organizing and feeding kids at the Texas Lion’s Camp and in raising funds yearly to provide scholarships to graduates from Ft Sam Houston High School to help achieve their scholastic goals. In his spare time, he thoroughly enjoys playing golf.
Sam Bass
Family Service Counselor
Sam Bass
Family Service Counselor
Born and raised in Sioux City, IA, Sam moved to San Antonio with his wife and 2 kids in 2020. He graduated from Morningside University with a Bachelors Degree in Religious Studies. Sam joined the Meadowlawn team in 2021 as a family service counselor and licensed preneed insurance agent.
Shawna Smith
Family Service Counselor
Shawna Smith
Family Service Counselor
Shawna, originally from Odessa, TX, has been an advanced planning cemetery and funeral counselor for fifteen years. She also assists families who have an immediate need for cemetery arrangements and memorials. Shawna joined Meadowlawn in 2017 and shortly afterwards was promoted to supervisor of our Family Service staff. Shawna has a son and several fur babies.
Raymond Clay, Jr
Family Service Counselor
Raymond Clay, Jr
Family Service Counselor
Raymond has been with Meadowlawn since 1986 and is on the Board of Directors. He is a family service counselor and licensed preneed insurance agent. Raymond and his wife, Mary, both are San Antonio natives and live in Bulverde. Raymond is a member of Resurrection Baptist Church in Schertz and the Texas Bowties Car Club.
Marlin Davis
Family Service Counselor
Marlin Davis
Family Service Counselor
Native to San Antonio, Marlin graduated from East Central high school and has been active in the local community for many years. As a member of the San Antonio Zulu Association, Marlin along with his son Kindred enjoy volunteering, mentoring, and fundraising for several organizations. After working at Lewis Funeral Home for a few years as an attendant, Marlin is currently serving as a Family Service Counselor. Passionate about serving families and helping them prepare for the future with compassion and care. "I believe everyone deserves peace of mind, and I want to be part of providing that through the services, values, and resources thatMeadowLawn and Lewis has afforded me."
Brian Rankin
Family Service Counselor
Brian Rankin
Family Service Counselor
Born in Heidelberg, Germany and raised on military bases throughout the world, Brian now lives in San Antonio with his wife and three children. He is a graduate of Christendom College with a B.A. in history and a theology minor.
Brian joined the Meadowlawn team as a Family Service Counselor in 2022 and enjoys reading and playing board games in his free time.
Sharon Foote
Administrator/Receptionist
Sharon Foote was born in Athens, GA., and relocated to San Antonio in 1974. She attended St. Phillips College here in San Antonio. Sharon is the mother of two and has worked for Lewis Funeral Home since 2003. Currently she serves Lewis Funeral Home in the capacity of the Senior Administrative Assistant to the staff.
Carol Christian
Receptionist/Funeral Attendant
Advanced Planning
Earnest Hamilton
Family Service Counselor
Earnest Hamilton
Family Service Counselor
Earnest Hamilton is a retired Chief Petty Officer from the US Navy after 23 years of dedicated service. He is a lifetime member of the VFW. He has been a member of the Alamo City Lion’s Club for more than 15 years and is passionately involved in several projects to raise funds each year for the Kids Sight Foundation. He also donates school supplies and is instrumental in providing to the Toys for Tots program, Eastside Boys & Girls Club and Davis Scott YMCA. He assists with organizing and feeding kids at the Texas Lion’s Camp and in raising funds yearly to provide scholarships to graduates from Ft Sam Houston High School to help achieve their scholastic goals. In his spare time, he thoroughly enjoys playing golf.
Sam Bass
Family Service Counselor
Sam Bass
Family Service Counselor
Born and raised in Sioux City, IA, Sam moved to San Antonio with his wife and 2 kids in 2020. He graduated from Morningside University with a Bachelors Degree in Religious Studies. Sam joined the Meadowlawn team in 2021 as a family service counselor and licensed preneed insurance agent.
Shawna Smith
Family Service Counselor
Shawna Smith
Family Service Counselor
Shawna, originally from Odessa, TX, has been an advanced planning cemetery and funeral counselor for fifteen years. She also assists families who have an immediate need for cemetery arrangements and memorials. Shawna joined Meadowlawn in 2017 and shortly afterwards was promoted to supervisor of our Family Service staff. Shawna has a son and several fur babies.
Raymond Clay, Jr
Family Service Counselor
Raymond Clay, Jr
Family Service Counselor
Raymond has been with Meadowlawn since 1986 and is on the Board of Directors. He is a family service counselor and licensed preneed insurance agent. Raymond and his wife, Mary, both are San Antonio natives and live in Bulverde. Raymond is a member of Resurrection Baptist Church in Schertz and the Texas Bowties Car Club.
Marlin Davis
Family Service Counselor
Marlin Davis
Family Service Counselor
Native to San Antonio, Marlin graduated from East Central high school and has been active in the local community for many years. As a member of the San Antonio Zulu Association, Marlin along with his son Kindred enjoy volunteering, mentoring, and fundraising for several organizations. After working at Lewis Funeral Home for a few years as an attendant, Marlin is currently serving as a Family Service Counselor. Passionate about serving families and helping them prepare for the future with compassion and care. "I believe everyone deserves peace of mind, and I want to be part of providing that through the services, values, and resources thatMeadowLawn and Lewis has afforded me."
Brian Rankin
Family Service Counselor
Brian Rankin
Family Service Counselor
Born in Heidelberg, Germany and raised on military bases throughout the world, Brian now lives in San Antonio with his wife and three children. He is a graduate of Christendom College with a B.A. in history and a theology minor.
Brian joined the Meadowlawn team as a Family Service Counselor in 2022 and enjoys reading and playing board games in his free time.