Lester J. Venella
Lester J. Venella

Lester J. Venella
N. J. Lic: 3310 / PA. Lic: FD-011983-L

Les graduated magna cum laude from Mercer County Community College in 1976 and
has an associates degree with a certificate of proficiency in Mortuary Science.

Les has worked in the funeral industry for 40 years prior to retiring in 2014.

Les was also active in the New Jersey State Funeral Directors Association
having served as its President in 1994-1995.

 

Professional Experience


Funeral Director
December 1976 - January 2014


President of the company for fifteen years


  • Scheduled licensed and non-licensed staff members for daily assignments
  • Made at-need and pre-need funeral arrangements for families
  • Oversaw all pre-planning marketing, ledgers, and supplies
  • Prepared and trained new personnel

Memberships and Activities


  • New Jersey State Funeral Directors Association
  • National Funeral Directors Association
  • Certified Funeral Service Practice