The professionals at Dodds Memorials are here to guide you through the process of creating a Lasting Vision of Love in your time of need or in pre-planning.
Neil Fogarty
Role: President
Neil has been working for Dodds since he was 13 years old. Neil is credited with several industry awards including the Monument Builders of North America’s Aspire Award in 2014, 2019 and the 2020 Cremation Memorial Design of the Year. Neil teaches a 2-hour seminar at Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science on the importance of memorialization in the grieving process. He is also the Founder of the Before I Die Ohio Festival, an active member of the Xenia Rotary Club and was the Camp Director for his church’s summer camp for 17 years. He graduated from Miami University in 1995 and married his college sweetheart, Kerry. They have 3 children, Caleb; Ellie; Aliya, and live in Troy, Ohio.
Michael Morrison
Role: Vice President
As Vice President, of Dodds Memorials, I am committed to upholding the values that have made our company the trusted name in memorialization. My focus is on ensuring that we deliver both exceptional results and a compassionate experience for every family we serve. For over 20 years, I have had the privilege of wearing many hats, all of which have shaped my understanding of how we can best serve our clients and our team. My role is centered around ensuring that we not only meet but exceed our customer’s expectations by focusing on both the “what” we do and the “how” we do it. I am driven by the belief that we are still the best in the industry, and that our work truly makes a difference during a difficult time. I hold myself and our employees to the highest standards, ensuring that our work provides families with a meaningful experience with a focus on results. I am motivated by the opportunity to help others succeed -whether it’s a member of the Dodds family or a family trusting us to provide a high-quality memorial for their loved one. I am passionate about what I do, and I remain dedicated to ensuring that both our team and our customers receive the very best in care, compassion, and quality. It’s not just a job – it is my purpose and my privilege to serve.
Jamie Stanek
Role: Director of Sales & Marketing
Born and raised in Xenia, Ohio, I have deep roots in this community that I cherish. I am a proud mother of four, and I understand the importance of family, love, and connection. I enjoy travel, reading, time outdoors and spending time with family and friends.
I find purpose in my role as Director of Sales and Marketing. The memorial industry can often present challenges, but I thrive on the opportunity to make the difficult journey a little easier for families during their toughest times. My experience in various positions within Dodds has equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of our processes and dedication to quality. Now, I am excited to channel that knowledge into leading our sales team and marketing efforts. I believe in the power of connection and helping others, and my mission is to ensure that every family feels supported and cared for as they navigate this difficult process.
Jacqui Ary
Your Role: Memorial Consultant
What Do You Add to the Dodds Team: I have a strong sense of empathy and understanding that I naturally bring with helping our customers during these difficult times. Also, I carry a positive attitude, where I hope to bring some laughter and joy during our time together.
Who Are You: I am a caring, kind-hearted consultant who not only wants to help you through the memorial process for your loved one, but I also want to offer my listening and love as well.
Why Do You Love What You Do: I find fulfillment when a customer feels “at ease” with me enough to share stories and insight so we can help create a lasting vision of love together for their loved one. Helping to create a memorial that reflects and shows who they were and how much they are loved, ultimately brings me joy, through the sadness.
Fun Fact About You: I was literally the kid in the bubble! I was allergic to everything and had such bad asthma, I had to do 4 breathing treatments a day! I was able to go down to 2 a day until I was in high school and luckily, I have outgrown it.
Matt Faul
Role: Memorial Consultant – I guide families in creating their lasting visions of love.
I live in Waynesville with my wife Maddie. I am a Christian, an outdoorsman, and a musician.
I love helping families process grief and preserve their family’s legacy through the art of memorialization.
Fun fact: I met my wife working at Dodds.
Joshua Howell
Your Role: Memorial Consultant – I would like to say that I add a caring and compassionate ear for our customers to help them envision the creation of their lasting vision of love.
Who Are You: Husband, Father, Friend. I enjoy golfing, fishing, hunting, and working on projects. I like being outside and helping people with issues that are hard to overcome by themselves.
Why Do You Love What You Do: I have lost several loved ones in my life. I have been given an opportunity to walk with our customers on a path I once walked alone, providing life experience and knowledge to create a memorial that will last a lifetime and brighten their lives every time they see it.
Fun Fact: At one point in time I had a dog that weighed 205 lbs.
Shelley Morton
Role: Sales Consultant for Dodds Memorials – 10 years
Who you are: I’ve been married to by best friend, Ron, for 25 years. We live in Lebanon and have raised a beautiful, blended family of 5 precious children. They’re all grown now but are by far, my biggest accomplishment! Family is the center of what I do and how I do it. I promise to give your family the same efforts and provide the best experience possible.
Why do I love what I do? I love doing what I do! I’ve had loss in my life, and I remember how I felt during those times. I understand it takes empathy and patience to work through some of the most difficult times a family can experience. I try to offer the best environment, so everyone feels comfortable discussing their needs.
Fun Fact about me? I love to travel. I lived in Germany for 4 years. I’ve been exposed to different types of people, religion, and traditions.
Gabriel Morrison
What I add to the Dodds team is a way for families to create their lasting visions of love and to be able to connect with them on a more personal level to make the process a little easier during their time of grief.
My name is Gabriel, I come from a large family of 11. I am the 2nd oldest of 9 children, having 6 sisters, and 2 brothers.
One of my hobbies is to play the piano, which I have been playing for 11 years. I love being able to connect with the families that come in and getting to hear pieces of history and memories of their loved ones.
I am a 3rd generation of Morrison’s that has worked for Dodds Memorials. Before my current position I used to install the memorials in the cemeteries.
Courtney Parks
Courtney is a dedicated sales manager at Dodds Memorials, where he excels in helping families honor their loved ones with care and compassion since 2011. A devoted husband and proud father of three, he balances his professional life with his role as a worship pastor, serving faithfully for over a decade. Beyond his career and ministry, Courtney finds joy in quality time with family, woodworking, fishing, and cheering on his favorite baseball and football teams. Known for his creativity, leadership, and heartfelt approach to life, he is deeply committed to his family, faith, and community.
Wendy Strunk
Role: Memorial Consultant Admin Aside from admin related duties, I work alongside Jacqui at the Xenia location to help families create or pre-plan their lasting vision of love.
I am a long-time Xenia resident, having moved here in 2001 after graduating from Clark State community college and getting married in the same year.
Helping people during the designing process is often the most rewarding. I am honored to hear the stories behind why a particular element is important in remembering a loved one.
Fun fact: I love animals, but yellow labs hold a particularly special place in my heart.
Taylor Thoma
Your Role: Memorial Consultant/ Conceptual Designer. I help customers by providing a visual representation while the families craft their lasting vision of love
Who Are You: I am a tender hearted, family-oriented designer who doesn’t know a stranger and loves to help loved one’s find peace through conversation and craftmanship.
Why Do You Love What You Do: I feel a sense of satisfaction when a customer shares their loved one’s story and through that we create a lasting vision of love that reflects the individual’s personality. Also, creating something that will be around for centuries to come is pretty cool, too.
Fun Fact: I was fortunate enough to play softball in college on scholarship.