Steve Kuzma was raised in Huntington, CT and relocated to Charlotte in 1988. A graduate of St. Joseph High School in Trumbull, CT and the American McAllister Funeral Institute in New York, Steve has been involved with the Funeral Industry since 1972.

Robin Whitley Lancaster is a true North Carolinian. Born and raised in Concord,, Robin and her entire family have an extensive background in the cemetery, crematory and burial vault manufacturing.

"Each of us at Carolina Funeral Service and Cremation Center is dedicated to providing compassion, understanding and personalized attention to the families we serve. We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions."


Joann Marotta
Funeral Service Licensee

Born and raised in the Boston, MA area, Joann joined our staff in 2012.  She worked for several Boston area funeral homes before moving to Florida for the warmer climate.  Mother of two sons and a grandmother of two, Joann enjoys many outdoor activities including rock climbing and panning for gold.


Jean Cook Johnson
Office Manager

Jean was born and raised in Charlotte.  She graduated from Garinger High School and had worked in the insurance industry for many years before joining our firm in October of 2000.  She is a member of Morningstar Lutheran Church, an active volunteer at Hospitality House, Samaritan House and Blessed Assurance Day Care.