Our Staff

Christopher Smith - Owner

Christopher Smith, owner of Falconer Funeral Homes, began his career here as a student in 1987 before attending Humber College in Toronto. He apprenticed at Turner & Porter Funeral Directors Ltd. in Toronto. Chris graduated in 1990 and returned to Falconer Funeral Homes as a funeral director. Chris enjoys being a hockey dad spending time with sons Cam and Colin, who are quite active with BCH Minor Hockey.  Chris is proud to serve our communities with the care each family deserves.    

Mark Rushton - Funeral Director

and  Certified Funeral Celebrant

Mark Rushton earned his funeral director's license in 1981. During his career he has served various southwestern Ontario communities. In a desire to expand his commitment to serving families, Mark has become a Certified Funeral Celebrant. Mark enjoys photography, music and current events. He and his wife Marilyn, who also works at the funeral home, have lived in Goderich since joining Falconer Funeral Homes in 2006. 

Amanda Rich - Funeral Director

Amanda Rich grew up in Bayfield and has enjoyed gaining all of her experience at Falconer Funeral Homes. Since obtaining her funeral director's licence in 2007, she has really enjoyed being an active member of the communities that she grew up in and around. She spends her free time at the gym or exploring the outdoors. 

Frank McLarty - Funeral Assistant

Marilyn Rushton - Funeral Assistant

Bevan Bonthron - Funeral Assistant
​Retired Funeral Director