Our Caring Staff
At Lundberg Funeral Home, we are honored to have earned the trust and confidence placed in us by those that we serve. From the time the first phone call is received, throughout the service and beyond, each staff member at our funeral home contributes in an important way. We are very proud of our staff at the funeral home, and hope that you will take the time to learn more about them below.
Susan Klicka
 Manager/Licensed Funeral Director
Sue was born the youngest of seven children to Jerome and Brona Lodermeier, and raised in Goodhue, MN. While in high school, she was active in volleyball, basketball, softball, annual staff and class leadership. After graduating from Goodhue High School in 1982, she attended Mankato State University for two years, transferring to the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Campus to pursue a degree in mortuary science. Prior to graduating, she completed her internship with Kok Funeral Home in St. Paul Park.
After graduating with her Bachelor of Science Degree in Mortuary Science in 1986, Sue was employed with Thurston-Lindberg Funeral Home in Anoka for a short time. In October 1986, Sue moved to Cannon Falls, and has been with Lundberg Funeral Home and Kok Funeral Home since that time.
Sue married Dave Klicka in June 2003 and they have four children. She continues to play volleyball, golf and ski with her family, and enjoys sports (including the Vikings!) Sue is a member of St. Pius V Catholic Church in Cannon Falls, where she has served on the parish council.
Jody Avery
 Licensed Funeral Director
Jody was born in St. Paul, Minnesota and raised in Little Canada, the middle child of three sisters. She attended Roseville Area High School and graduated in 2001. She attended the University of Wisconsin in River Falls and graduated in 2006 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Science. She worked in medical records for three years before returning to school at the University of Minnesota to pursue her desire to become a funeral director. She graduated in 2010 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Mortuary Science.
Jody married Brian Avery in 2008 and they currently live in North Saint Paul where they enjoy entertaining family and friends. Jody belongs to St. John’s Catholic Church in Little Canada. She enjoys reading, cooking and antiquing.
Mike Shea
 Licensed Funeral Director
Mike grew up in Glenwood, Minnesota the oldest of five children. He graduated in 1987 from Glenwood High School. In 1992, he married his high school sweetheart, Lara. They both went on to graduate from the University of Minnesota in 1994 with degrees in Mortuary Science. They returned to their home town and served families at the Hoplin Funeral Home for over 11 years. In 2006, they moved to Missouri to work in children's ministry before returning to Minnesota in 2009. It was at that time that Mike returned to working in funeral service. Mike joined the staff in 2011 and is looking forward to serving the community.
After many years of experience, Mike knows the committment necessary to work with and walk beside families during difficult situations. He feels that attention to detail and serving the individualized unique needs of each family is critical. Mike considers it an honor to be a part of that sacred moment of saying goodbye to a loved one.
Mike and his wife, Lara have four children, two sons and two daughters. In his spare time, he enjoys being engaged in his children's lives, reading, do-it-yourself projects, playing all kinds of sports and staying active in their church.
Heidi Ferguson
 Licensed Funeral Director
Heidi Ferguson was raised in Barnesville, Minnesota; and graduated from Barnesville High School in 1991. She attended the University of Minnesota, Morris before transferring to the Twin Cities campus where she graduated with high distinction from the Program of Mortuary Science in 1995. Upon graduation Heidi was awarded the MFDA Award of Merit and the MFDA Past President's Continuing Education Award.
Heidi has been with Kok Funeral Home since April of 1998. Heidi and her husband Corey, who is also a licensed funeral director, live in Cottage Grove and they have two children. Heidi is active in her church, Grey Cloud Elementary School and the Chamber of Commerce.
In her spare time Heidi enjoys scrapbooking and reading.
Theresa Ferlas
 Pre Arrangement Specialist
As a licensed professional, Terry is able to provide a service to families that she truly believes in. She is able to assist in pre-planning the funeral, a way to reflect on one's life before the need, which helps loved ones plan a celebration that is both meaningful and comforting to survivors.
One of Terry's first experiences in helping a 92 and 94 yr old couple were amazing, "I just loved them. It went really well and this is why I really love my career". She enjoys helping people put the pieces together for planning their lives and feel privileged to have that opportunity.
Terry states, "It is sometimes difficult for families to discuss the topic of funeral arrangements, however, I have learned early in my experience that after a pre-planning meeting, people feel a sense of peace, knowing they have taken care of many important decisions." She has just started helping families prearrange and pre fund their funerals and is excited to help the community.
Terry grew up in a small town raising her daughter. and she is anxiously awaiting her next title of Grandmother. In the meantime, Terry keeps busy by crocheting, creating one-of-a-kind pieces of jewelry and other crafts.
Terry is available to meet with families one-on-one or to present free seminars on the advantages of funeral planning. You may reach Terry at the funeral home.
Jim Cylkowski
 Support Staff
Jim was born in Saint Paul and moved to Cannon Falls 40 years ago, when he married his wife, Alby.
He worked for nearly 20 years in the banking industry and then for St. Pius V Catholic Church in Cannon Falls for another 20 years. Jim retired from full-time employment in July, 2010.
Jim has been employed with Lundberg Funeral Home since August, 2000.
He enjoys cooking, golfing, and most of all playing with his three grandchildren.
Dean Anderson
 Support Staff
Dean was born in Red Wing, and grew up on a farm with three brothers in the Spring Garden Area. He graduated from Cannon Falls High School in 1956.
After high school, he joined the National Guards. Dean worked as a carpenter and retired in 1999. He is a lifelong member of Spring Garden Lutheran Church.
Dean has worked at Lundberg Funeral Home since December, 2000.
Dean and his wife, Donna married in 1963 and have two sons, a daughter-in-law, and four grandchildren. Their third son, Darren died at age 21 in June, 2000.
Dean enjoys flea markets, antiquing, hiking, "Find a Word" books and playing cards.
Donna Anderson
 Support Staff
Donna was born and raised on a farm in Sogn Valley, the middle child of a sister and brother. She graduated from Cannon Falls High School in 1961 and attended the University of Oregon in Eugene, OR and the University of Minnesota.
She is a certified foot/hand reflexology graduate of the Sister of Roselind Gefre Schools and Clinics of Massage. Besides working at Lundberg Funeral Home and doing reflexology, Donna is a part-time paraprofessional at the Cannon Falls High School. She is also a member of Spring Garden Lutheran Church.
Donna and her husband, Dean married in 1963 and have two sons, a daughter-in-law, and four grandchildren. Their third son, Darren died at age 21 in June, 2000.
Donna enjoys spending time with her family, hiking, jigsaw puzzles, reading and playing cards.
May we comfort others as we were comforted!! |
