Dennis Pavley
Partner/Director
Dennis joined the staff in 1981 after graduation from Defiance College and the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science. Dennis and his wife Lisa live in Oregon and have two sons, Michael and Matthew. He is a member of the First St. John Lutheran Church finance committee. He has served as a board member of the St. Charles Hospital Foundation and Oregon Economic Development Foundation. He is the past president of the East Toledo Oregon Kiwanis, the Eastern Maumee Bay Chamber of Commerce and the Ohio Funeral Group of Trust 100. He also served as president and trustee of the Oregonian Club. His other affiliations include the North American Swiss, East Toledo Club, Eagles Landing Golf Club, Crews Nest Yacht Club, and Clay Athletic Boosters. His hobbies include boating, golfing, and spending time with his family.
Dennis Pavley
Partner/Director
Dennis joined the staff in 1981 after graduation from Defiance College and the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science. Dennis and his wife Lisa live in Oregon and have two sons, Michael and Matthew. He is a member of the First St. John Lutheran Church finance committee. He has served as a board member of the St. Charles Hospital Foundation and Oregon Economic Development Foundation. He is the past president of the East Toledo Oregon Kiwanis, the Eastern Maumee Bay Chamber of Commerce and the Ohio Funeral Group of Trust 100. He also served as president and trustee of the Oregonian Club. His other affiliations include the North American Swiss, East Toledo Club, Eagles Landing Golf Club, Crews Nest Yacht Club, and Clay Athletic Boosters. His hobbies include boating, golfing, and spending time with his family.
Elizabeth “Lisa” Pavley
Partner/Director
Lisa has been a member of the staff since 1989 as a licensed funeral director. She currently manages our Advanced Funeral Planning and Family Services programs. Lisa is a graduate of Clay High School and has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Work from Defiance College. She and her husband Dennis reside in Oregon and have two sons, Michael and Matthew. Lisa is a member of the First St. John Lutheran Church and has served/currently serves on the Eastern Maumee Bay Chamber of Commerce, the East Toledo Family Center, East Toledo Senior Center, Oregon Schools Foundation, James “Wes” Hancock Senior Center, Eastern Community YMCA, Bay Park Auxiliary and St. Charles Auxiliary, and the Lutheran Homes Society, East Toledo Senior Center, Toledo Refining Company CAP and Oregon Historical Society boards.
Elizabeth “Lisa” Pavley
Partner/Director
Lisa has been a member of the staff since 1989 as a licensed funeral director. She currently manages our Advanced Funeral Planning and Family Services programs. Lisa is a graduate of Clay High School and has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Work from Defiance College. She and her husband Dennis reside in Oregon and have two sons, Michael and Matthew. Lisa is a member of the First St. John Lutheran Church and has served/currently serves on the Eastern Maumee Bay Chamber of Commerce, the East Toledo Family Center, East Toledo Senior Center, Oregon Schools Foundation, James “Wes” Hancock Senior Center, Eastern Community YMCA, Bay Park Auxiliary and St. Charles Auxiliary, and the Lutheran Homes Society, East Toledo Senior Center, Toledo Refining Company CAP and Oregon Historical Society boards.
Brett Tscherne
Oregon Location Leader/Director
Brett has worked with the funeral home since 2003, starting in a part-time role and advancing to his current duties as location leader. He was raised in Oregon and graduated from Clay High School in 2004. Brett attended Owens Community College on a full Athletic Scholarship and obtained an Associates of Applied Science Degree with a specialization in Business. He graduated from the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science in 2010 and received a Bachelor Degree in Mortuary Science and is a licensed funeral director and embalmer. He is a current Board member for the Oregon Senior Center, currently serving as Treasurer, and a previous Board member of the Eastern Maumee Bay Chamber of Commerce. Brett is a member of St. Ignatius Catholic Church. Since becoming licensed, Brett married Heather (Placko) in 2013 and have planted their roots in Oregon. They have 2 sons, Decker and Trey. Brett enjoys volunteering at Jerusalem Elementary and also spends a lot of his time coaching his boys teams. He also enjoys golfing, gardening, biking, being active, cheering on THE Ohio State Buckeyes and spending time with his family.
Brett Tscherne
Oregon Location Leader/Director
Brett has worked with the funeral home since 2003, starting in a part-time role and advancing to his current duties as location leader. He was raised in Oregon and graduated from Clay High School in 2004. Brett attended Owens Community College on a full Athletic Scholarship and obtained an Associates of Applied Science Degree with a specialization in Business. He graduated from the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science in 2010 and received a Bachelor Degree in Mortuary Science and is a licensed funeral director and embalmer. He is a current Board member for the Oregon Senior Center, currently serving as Treasurer, and a previous Board member of the Eastern Maumee Bay Chamber of Commerce. Brett is a member of St. Ignatius Catholic Church. Since becoming licensed, Brett married Heather (Placko) in 2013 and have planted their roots in Oregon. They have 2 sons, Decker and Trey. Brett enjoys volunteering at Jerusalem Elementary and also spends a lot of his time coaching his boys teams. He also enjoys golfing, gardening, biking, being active, cheering on THE Ohio State Buckeyes and spending time with his family.
Jason Fletcher
Millbury Location Leader/Director
Jason Fletcher has proudly served the local community as a licensed embalmer and funeral director since 2009 and currently manages the Millbury Chapel. Raised in Elmore, he graduated from Woodmore High School in 2002 before earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing and Human Resources from Otterbein College in 2006. He continued his education at the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science, graduating with a Bachelor of Mortuary Science in 2007. While in Cincinnati, Jason worked closely with Donald and Beverly Good at Elden A. Good Funeral Home in Cincinnati’s Hyde Park neighborhood, where he completed his apprenticeship—and where Donald and Beverly have since become a second family to him.
Jason married Kimberly (Padley) in 2015, and together are the proud parents of their lively and loving daughter, Eliana. The Fletcher family are active members of St. Mark Lutheran Church in Toledo, where Kimberly shares her talents as a music minister, Jason tends the flower gardens, and Eliana enjoys Sunday School and singing in church. The family also volunteers with the church’s neighborhood outreach ministry.
Professionally, Jason serves as the executive director of the Funeral Directors Association of Northwest Ohio and is a member of both the Ohio Funeral Directors Association and the Ohio Embalmers Association. He treasures the friendships he has made with funeral professionals across the country.
Outside of work, Jason enjoys woodworking, vegetable gardening, spending time in his yard, washing his car, sailing on Lake Erie with his dad, and cheering on the University of Toledo Rockets and Ohio State Buckeyes.
Jason Fletcher
Millbury Location Leader/Director
Jason Fletcher has proudly served the local community as a licensed embalmer and funeral director since 2009 and currently manages the Millbury Chapel. Raised in Elmore, he graduated from Woodmore High School in 2002 before earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing and Human Resources from Otterbein College in 2006. He continued his education at the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science, graduating with a Bachelor of Mortuary Science in 2007. While in Cincinnati, Jason worked closely with Donald and Beverly Good at Elden A. Good Funeral Home in Cincinnati’s Hyde Park neighborhood, where he completed his apprenticeship—and where Donald and Beverly have since become a second family to him.
Jason married Kimberly (Padley) in 2015, and together are the proud parents of their lively and loving daughter, Eliana. The Fletcher family are active members of St. Mark Lutheran Church in Toledo, where Kimberly shares her talents as a music minister, Jason tends the flower gardens, and Eliana enjoys Sunday School and singing in church. The family also volunteers with the church’s neighborhood outreach ministry.
Professionally, Jason serves as the executive director of the Funeral Directors Association of Northwest Ohio and is a member of both the Ohio Funeral Directors Association and the Ohio Embalmers Association. He treasures the friendships he has made with funeral professionals across the country.
Outside of work, Jason enjoys woodworking, vegetable gardening, spending time in his yard, washing his car, sailing on Lake Erie with his dad, and cheering on the University of Toledo Rockets and Ohio State Buckeyes.
Matthew Pavley
Licensed Funeral Director
Matthew is the youngest son of Dennis and Elizabeth. He has proudly assisted the staff since 1998, working part time while attending school. Matthew graduated from Oregon Clay High School in 2004 and was a member of the DECA Marketing program. Immediately following, he went on to Kent State University and obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Studies with a focus on interpersonal communication.
Matthew graduated from the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science in 2010. He now works full time as a licensed funeral director and embalmer. Aside from prior education, he is an alumnus of the Phi Kappa Tau National Association and a member of First St. John Lutheran Church. He married Jaimie (Obertacz) of Ottawa Hills in 2018. They welcomed their first son, Colton James Pavley, in 2019 and second son, Parker Joseph Pavley in 2023.
Matthew Pavley
Licensed Funeral Director
Matthew is the youngest son of Dennis and Elizabeth. He has proudly assisted the staff since 1998, working part time while attending school. Matthew graduated from Oregon Clay High School in 2004 and was a member of the DECA Marketing program. Immediately following, he went on to Kent State University and obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Studies with a focus on interpersonal communication.
Matthew graduated from the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science in 2010. He now works full time as a licensed funeral director and embalmer. Aside from prior education, he is an alumnus of the Phi Kappa Tau National Association and a member of First St. John Lutheran Church. He married Jaimie (Obertacz) of Ottawa Hills in 2018. They welcomed their first son, Colton James Pavley, in 2019 and second son, Parker Joseph Pavley in 2023.
Rachael Schaffer
Licensed Funeral Director
Rachael Schaffer is a licensed funeral service professional who proudly continues the multi-generation tradition of care and service at Eggleston-Meinert-Pavley Funeral Home. Raised in a family deeply rooted in funeral service, she understands the responsibility, trust, and compassion families place in those who guide them through times of loss.
Rachael holds a Bachelor of Science in Funeral Service from Point Park University and an Associate Degree in Specialized Technology from the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science. She also earned an Associate Degree in Business Management, strengthening her ability to support both the personal and operational aspects of funeral service. Her education and experience allow her to serve families with professionalism, attention to detail, and a strong understanding of regulatory and procedural requirements.
A lifelong resident of Northwest Ohio, Rachael lives in Oregon and is actively involved in the community she serves. In addition to her work at the funeral home, she serves as Executive Director of Jake & Cooper’s Bark Park, a nonprofit organization dedicated to community connection, mental health support, and service. Her involvement reflects a deep commitment to caring for people beyond the funeral home setting.
Rachael considers it an honor to serve families during life’s most difficult moments and is dedicated to upholding the traditions, values, and trusted standards that have defined Eggleston-Meinert-Pavley Funeral Home for generations.
Rachael Schaffer
Licensed Funeral Director
Rachael Schaffer is a licensed funeral service professional who proudly continues the multi-generation tradition of care and service at Eggleston-Meinert-Pavley Funeral Home. Raised in a family deeply rooted in funeral service, she understands the responsibility, trust, and compassion families place in those who guide them through times of loss.
Rachael holds a Bachelor of Science in Funeral Service from Point Park University and an Associate Degree in Specialized Technology from the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science. She also earned an Associate Degree in Business Management, strengthening her ability to support both the personal and operational aspects of funeral service. Her education and experience allow her to serve families with professionalism, attention to detail, and a strong understanding of regulatory and procedural requirements.
A lifelong resident of Northwest Ohio, Rachael lives in Oregon and is actively involved in the community she serves. In addition to her work at the funeral home, she serves as Executive Director of Jake & Cooper’s Bark Park, a nonprofit organization dedicated to community connection, mental health support, and service. Her involvement reflects a deep commitment to caring for people beyond the funeral home setting.
Rachael considers it an honor to serve families during life’s most difficult moments and is dedicated to upholding the traditions, values, and trusted standards that have defined Eggleston-Meinert-Pavley Funeral Home for generations.
Julie Miller
Business Manager
A lifelong resident of Toledo’s East Side, Julie is a graduate of Cardinal Stritch High School and Owens Community College. In 2023, she completed her training as an End-of-Life Doula, answering a calling to support individuals and families during life’s most meaningful and challenging moments. She is an auxiliary member of VFW Post 4906 in Toledo, the American Legion Post 265 in Wauseon and a member of the International Network of End-of-Life Doulas.
She currently resides in Oregon, Ohio with her husband, Steve, and their chihuahua, Mazey Mae. Following their marriage, they now share one son, Adam (Kali), and two daughters, Rachelle and Rebekka. Julie’s greatest pride and joy is being a Gigi to her four grandchildren—Cayde, Arden, Jasper, and Lilith. Outside of her work, she enjoys spending time with family, relaxing by the pool, cooking, playing tennis, reading, doing puzzles, and traveling to Kentucky, Tennessee, and Charleston, South Carolina. She has been affiliated with Eggleston Meinert & Pavley since 2008 and is deeply grateful for the opportunity to serve the people of her community during their most difficult times.
Julie Miller
Business Manager
A lifelong resident of Toledo’s East Side, Julie is a graduate of Cardinal Stritch High School and Owens Community College. In 2023, she completed her training as an End-of-Life Doula, answering a calling to support individuals and families during life’s most meaningful and challenging moments. She is an auxiliary member of VFW Post 4906 in Toledo, the American Legion Post 265 in Wauseon and a member of the International Network of End-of-Life Doulas.
She currently resides in Oregon, Ohio with her husband, Steve, and their chihuahua, Mazey Mae. Following their marriage, they now share one son, Adam (Kali), and two daughters, Rachelle and Rebekka. Julie’s greatest pride and joy is being a Gigi to her four grandchildren—Cayde, Arden, Jasper, and Lilith. Outside of her work, she enjoys spending time with family, relaxing by the pool, cooking, playing tennis, reading, doing puzzles, and traveling to Kentucky, Tennessee, and Charleston, South Carolina. She has been affiliated with Eggleston Meinert & Pavley since 2008 and is deeply grateful for the opportunity to serve the people of her community during their most difficult times.
Dawn Blausey
Administrative Assistant
Dawn Marie (Johns) Blausey was raised in Millbury, and is a Lake High School Graduate.
Dawn’s experience comes after retirement from The University of Toledo, after almost 34 years of service in Supply Chain. She brings a lot of experience in customer service, putting the needs of customers first! She also served on the Board of Directors at UTFCU for many years.
After retirement, Dawn worked in the Catering Business as a Crew Leader, as well as working at both Otterbein SeniorLife as well as Toledo Public Schools through Manpower, all before taking a position at Eggleston Meinert & Pavley in 2020.
Dawn and her husband Gary who reside in Northwood have enjoyed many years of marriage together during which they have enjoyed many family vacations including Snowmobiling in the UP of Michigan , later enjoying lots of warm weather vacations including the Caribbean and cruises! They enjoy lots of football with both The Dallas Cowboys and The Ohio State Buckeyes!
Dawn has two adult children, Kyle (Allison) and Jordan, as well as 3 young grandchildren that she loves spending time with.
Her favorite things are dining out, decorating, listening to music as well as bicycling and staying active! Dawn is very fond of her two dogs raising them throughout her life and taking in many strays especially when she was younger.
Dawn has the ability to assist each family with her empathy and understanding of what their needs are after they experience the loss of a loved one.
Dawn Blausey
Administrative Assistant
Dawn Marie (Johns) Blausey was raised in Millbury, and is a Lake High School Graduate.
Dawn’s experience comes after retirement from The University of Toledo, after almost 34 years of service in Supply Chain. She brings a lot of experience in customer service, putting the needs of customers first! She also served on the Board of Directors at UTFCU for many years.
After retirement, Dawn worked in the Catering Business as a Crew Leader, as well as working at both Otterbein SeniorLife as well as Toledo Public Schools through Manpower, all before taking a position at Eggleston Meinert & Pavley in 2020.
Dawn and her husband Gary who reside in Northwood have enjoyed many years of marriage together during which they have enjoyed many family vacations including Snowmobiling in the UP of Michigan , later enjoying lots of warm weather vacations including the Caribbean and cruises! They enjoy lots of football with both The Dallas Cowboys and The Ohio State Buckeyes!
Dawn has two adult children, Kyle (Allison) and Jordan, as well as 3 young grandchildren that she loves spending time with.
Her favorite things are dining out, decorating, listening to music as well as bicycling and staying active! Dawn is very fond of her two dogs raising them throughout her life and taking in many strays especially when she was younger.
Dawn has the ability to assist each family with her empathy and understanding of what their needs are after they experience the loss of a loved one.
Joy Gladieux
Advance Planning Specialist
Joy joined our firm in 2006 as a Certified Advance Planning Specialist and Family Services Director. She is a proud lifelong east Toledo and Oregon resident. She graduated from Waite High School. She and her husband Patrick currently reside in Oregon. They are the proud parents of four grown kids. Joy is a member of the Oregon Senior Center Board, Bay Park Community Hospital Auxiliary and the East Toledo Women’s Christian Connection.
Joy Gladieux
Advance Planning Specialist
Joy joined our firm in 2006 as a Certified Advance Planning Specialist and Family Services Director. She is a proud lifelong east Toledo and Oregon resident. She graduated from Waite High School. She and her husband Patrick currently reside in Oregon. They are the proud parents of four grown kids. Joy is a member of the Oregon Senior Center Board, Bay Park Community Hospital Auxiliary and the East Toledo Women’s Christian Connection.
Beverly Sawyer
Bev was born and raised in east Toledo. She is a graduate of Waite High School. After high school, Bev worked at the U.S. Post Office for 36 years, delivering in east Toledo and Oregon for most of her career. Bev married fellow Waite graduate Kevin Sawyer and have been together for 33 years. They have two children, Brianne and Angie. After retiring from the post office, she became a volunteer at St. Charles Hospital where she is involved in the Auxiliary, and is also active with the Waite High School Alumni Association.
Beverly Sawyer
Bev was born and raised in east Toledo. She is a graduate of Waite High School. After high school, Bev worked at the U.S. Post Office for 36 years, delivering in east Toledo and Oregon for most of her career. Bev married fellow Waite graduate Kevin Sawyer and have been together for 33 years. They have two children, Brianne and Angie. After retiring from the post office, she became a volunteer at St. Charles Hospital where she is involved in the Auxiliary, and is also active with the Waite High School Alumni Association.
