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Mika A. Wright

Mika A. Wright

Lincoln Park,Michigan

Summary

Michigan Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer with 10+ years of comprehensive experience in providing dignified, compassionate, and professional bereavement care. Expertly manage all facets of funeral service, including regulatory compliance of Michigan Law, advanced embalming and restorative arts, grief support, and coordination of personalized services. Dedicated to upholding the highest standards of professional and ethical practice while serving diverse families in my community. Possess strong communication skills for interacting empathetically with bereaved families. Exhibit proven leadership abilities, having coordinated teams to ensure smooth operation of funeral services. Demonstrated impact by implementing customer-focused strategies resulting in increased family satisfaction levels.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Funeral Director & Embalmer

Martenson Family of Funeral Homes
Allen Park, Michigan
06.2021 - Current
  • Independently managed and directed an average of 100+ funeral services annually (including traditional burial, cremation, and memorial services) for a high-volume firm with multiple locations throughout Southeast Michigan, including the initial removal and transport of deceased individuals from the place of death.
  • Performed all required embalming, preparation, and restorative art procedures, consistently achieving high standards for presentation and preservation.
  • Ensured rigorous adherence to all rules set by the Michigan Board of Examiners in Mortuary Science, and OSHA standards.
  • Coordinated vital documentation, including the prompt and accurate filing of death certificates using the Michigan Electronic Death Registration System (EDRS).
  • Met with at-need and pre-need families to compassionately discuss arrangements, select merchandise (caskets, urns, vaults), finalize financial agreements, and guide them through grief support resources.

Licensed Funeral Director & Embalmer

Voran Funeral Home
Allen Park, Michigan
03.2015 - 06.2021

Apprentice Funeral Director

Voran Funeral Home
Allen Park, Michigan
08.2014 - 03.2015
  • Completed the required 6-month apprenticeship under a licensed supervisor, gaining proficiency in all areas of funeral service, ranging from initial removal to final disposition.
  • Assisted with 100+ embalming procedures, focusing on proper fluid selection, injection techniques, and cosmetic application.
  • Conducted removals and transfers of remains from homes, hospitals, and nursing facilities with tact and professionalism.

Education

Bachelor of Science, B.S. - Mortuary Science

Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
05.2014

Skills

  • Advanced Embalming & Disinfection
  • Restorative Arts
  • Trauma cases
  • Donor cases
  • Cremation planning & certification
  • EDRS (Electronic Death Registration System) Filing
  • Client Consultation & Arrangement
  • Crisis Communication
  • Grief Support & Counseling
  • Intercultural Awareness
  • Ethical Practice
  • Team Leadership
  • Pre-Need Sales & Planning
  • Accounting & Billing
  • Vendor Management

Certification

  • Michigan Licensed Funeral Director (LFD) & Embalmer, 4501008013, Active and in good standing
  • Valid Michigan Driver’s License

Core Competencies And Skills

Advanced Embalming & Disinfection, Restorative Arts, Trauma cases, Donor cases, Cremation planning & certification, EDRS (Electronic Death Registration System) Filing, Client Consultation & Arrangement, Crisis Communication, Grief Support & Counseling, Intercultural Awareness, Ethical Practice, Team Leadership, Pre-Need Sales & Planning, Accounting & Billing, Vendor Management (Cemeteries, Florists, Printers, Clergy, etc.)

Timeline

Licensed Funeral Director & Embalmer

Martenson Family of Funeral Homes
06.2021 - Current

Licensed Funeral Director & Embalmer

Voran Funeral Home
03.2015 - 06.2021

Apprentice Funeral Director

Voran Funeral Home
08.2014 - 03.2015

Bachelor of Science, B.S. - Mortuary Science

Wayne State University

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