If you’re a veteran of the armed forces, you know what it’s like to work hard, focus on a mission, and tackle multiple challenges every day. You also have a knack for making people feel respected and heard. A career in the funeral service profession calls for these skills and involves rewarding teamwork as you guide families through challenging times. Learn more about the career paths open to you at JourneyToServe.com.
An Interview with Veteran Dutch Nie
When Dutch Nie first joined the United States Air Force as a young man, little did he expect his service would bring him full circle, back to the family business of funeral service. After serving his country in assignments that took him around the world, Dutch felt compelled to return to the family funeral home in Ann Arbor, Michigan. There, he continued the family’s legacy, soon realizing the skills and work ethic instilled in him during his military career would play an important role in his ability to both manage a business and serve families. Remembering A Life sat down with Dutch to learn more about his journey to serve: Read the interview
Funeral homes that belong to the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) are held accountable per NFDA’s enforceable Code of Professional Conduct, which outlines various ethical and professional practices to which NFDA member funeral homes must adhere. This self-driven set of standards raises the bar for funeral directors by ensuring the highest quality professional practices of NFDA members.
When you choose to work with an NFDA-member funeral home, you can be confident the funeral home’s staff will adhere to the highest standards of excellence when serving your family and taking your loved one into their care.
NFDA Pursuit of Excellence Award recipients have been recognized by the National Funeral Directors Association for their dedication to serving families and their community.
NFDA Green Funeral Practices™ Certificate program participants have met specific requirements for funeral homes that provide green funerals and natural burials in their community.