compassionate professionals
Our Staff
Our compassionate team, rooted in the local community, is dedicated to providing unwavering support and guidance during difficult times and ensuring that every detail is handled with the utmost care, professionalism, and respect. We help families honor their loved ones with dignity and peace of mind.
Our Values
At our core, we value putting family first, ensuring that every decision is made with their needs and well-being in mind. We are committed to compassion and integrity, providing honest support and heartfelt care during difficult times.
Family First
We believe families experiencing a loss are our number one priority.
Compassion
Our staff offers compassionate support while guiding families through loss.
Integrity
Our staff shows integrity by handling every detail with honesty and respect.
Randy Bush
Owner & Funeral Director
Randy Bush is a licensed Funeral Director and is a native of Dade City, graduating from Pasco High School in 1983 and Pasco Hernando Community College in 1986. He graduated from Gupton-Jones College of Mortuary Science in Atlanta, where he served as President of the Phi Sigma Eta Honor Society. He is married to Darlene Johnson Bush; They have two children, Brandon & Brianna. The Bushes are members of the First Baptist Church in Dade City, where they have participated in the music outreach program and Wednesday evening children's programs. They are active in the local charter schools 'parent-teacher' organization. Randy is also a member and current President of the Dade City Sunrise Rotary Club. Randy is the FDIC, Funeral Director In Charge, of our Hwy 301 Chapel in Dade City, and is a co-owner of Hodges Family Funeral Home, Inc.
Randy Bush
Owner & Funeral Director
Randy Bush is a licensed Funeral Director and is a native of Dade City, graduating from Pasco High School in 1983 and Pasco Hernando Community College in 1986. He graduated from Gupton-Jones College of Mortuary Science in Atlanta, where he served as President of the Phi Sigma Eta Honor Society. He is married to Darlene Johnson Bush; They have two children, Brandon & Brianna. The Bushes are members of the First Baptist Church in Dade City, where they have participated in the music outreach program and Wednesday evening children's programs. They are active in the local charter schools 'parent-teacher' organization. Randy is also a member and current President of the Dade City Sunrise Rotary Club. Randy is the FDIC, Funeral Director In Charge, of our Hwy 301 Chapel in Dade City, and is a co-owner of Hodges Family Funeral Home, Inc.
Lindsey Palmer
Owner & Funeral Director
Lindsey Palmer grew up and went to school in upstate New York. She graduated from Queensbury High School in 1999. She attended Hudson Valley Community College and graduated with her associate degree in science in 2001. She went on to become a Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer in the state of New York in 2005. She was perfecting her craft and learning all about her new career when, in 2012, she decided to move to Florida, wanting to be closer to her family and the warm weather. An opportunity to work at Hodges Family Funeral Home came about, and she began working with Mr. Michael Hodges. Throughout the years, she has come to love the Zephyrhills community; she loves providing comfort and kindness to her snowbirds. She decided to become a permanent resident, purchasing her home in 2018. In her spare time, Lindsey loves spending time with her two dogs, Bama and Ray. You can often see the trio riding in her golf cart around the neighborhood. When she’s not spoiling the dogs, you can find her at the beach having fun with family and friends. If you are ever in Zephyrhills and have any questions about preneed or at-need services, stop by and say hi. Lindsey will be there to greet you with a smile.
Lindsey Palmer
Owner & Funeral Director
Lindsey Palmer grew up and went to school in upstate New York. She graduated from Queensbury High School in 1999. She attended Hudson Valley Community College and graduated with her associate degree in science in 2001. She went on to become a Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer in the state of New York in 2005. She was perfecting her craft and learning all about her new career when, in 2012, she decided to move to Florida, wanting to be closer to her family and the warm weather. An opportunity to work at Hodges Family Funeral Home came about, and she began working with Mr. Michael Hodges. Throughout the years, she has come to love the Zephyrhills community; she loves providing comfort and kindness to her snowbirds. She decided to become a permanent resident, purchasing her home in 2018. In her spare time, Lindsey loves spending time with her two dogs, Bama and Ray. You can often see the trio riding in her golf cart around the neighborhood. When she’s not spoiling the dogs, you can find her at the beach having fun with family and friends. If you are ever in Zephyrhills and have any questions about preneed or at-need services, stop by and say hi. Lindsey will be there to greet you with a smile.
Brandon Bush
Personnel Manager & Funeral Director
Brandon Bush is the Personal Manager & Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer here at Hodges Family Funeral Home. He was born in Dade City, FL, and has lived here his whole life. Brandon attended the University of South Florida, where he got his bachelor’s degree in biomedical health sciences. Upon graduation, he immediately enrolled in Gupton-Jones College of Mortuary Sciences and changed career paths. Brandon has officially been at the funeral home since 2015 (excluding summer jobs in the cemetery and filing paperwork after school). In addition to his office and intern roles, he is one of our licensed crematory operators, embalmers, and all-around “I can fix that” individuals.
Brandon and his wife Ally remain active in the community, participating in multiple different Rotary club functions (Brandon is a member of the Wesley Chapel Rotary Club), fundraisers which they host at the funeral home, and office/community functions such as savage races and 4k runs where they alongside their Hodges staff members participate under the team name “The Last Responders”.
Brandon Bush
Personnel Manager & Funeral Director
Brandon Bush is the Personal Manager & Licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer here at Hodges Family Funeral Home. He was born in Dade City, FL, and has lived here his whole life. Brandon attended the University of South Florida, where he got his bachelor’s degree in biomedical health sciences. Upon graduation, he immediately enrolled in Gupton-Jones College of Mortuary Sciences and changed career paths. Brandon has officially been at the funeral home since 2015 (excluding summer jobs in the cemetery and filing paperwork after school). In addition to his office and intern roles, he is one of our licensed crematory operators, embalmers, and all-around “I can fix that” individuals.
Brandon and his wife Ally remain active in the community, participating in multiple different Rotary club functions (Brandon is a member of the Wesley Chapel Rotary Club), fundraisers which they host at the funeral home, and office/community functions such as savage races and 4k runs where they alongside their Hodges staff members participate under the team name “The Last Responders”.
Dani Chabra
Funeral Director/ Embalmer & Logistics Manager
Dani (Porter) Chabra is a licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer. She was born in Toms River, New Jersey, and moved to Florida in 2020. Dani is a graduate of the American Academy McAllister Institute with an Associate in Mortuary Science. She has been serving families in the funeral industry since 2020.
Dani Chabra
Funeral Director/ Embalmer & Logistics Manager
Dani (Porter) Chabra is a licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer. She was born in Toms River, New Jersey, and moved to Florida in 2020. Dani is a graduate of the American Academy McAllister Institute with an Associate in Mortuary Science. She has been serving families in the funeral industry since 2020.
Jordan Geise
Funeral Director & Embalmer
Jordan is a Funeral Director and certified Celebrant. She was born and raised in the Brandon, FL area. Jordan graduated from the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science with a bachelor's in Mortuary Science. She has been working in the funeral industry since 2021. In her spare time, Jordan loves to read and bake treats for the office.
Jordan Geise
Funeral Director & Embalmer
Jordan is a Funeral Director and certified Celebrant. She was born and raised in the Brandon, FL area. Jordan graduated from the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science with a bachelor's in Mortuary Science. She has been working in the funeral industry since 2021. In her spare time, Jordan loves to read and bake treats for the office.
Iri Crook
Staff Associate
Iri Crook
Staff Associate
Ernie Thomas
Cemetery Grounds Supervisor
Ernie Thomas
Cemetery Grounds Supervisor
Tom Guinan
Crematory Operator
Tom Guinan
Crematory Operator
Christie Woods
Funeral Director Intern
Christie Woods
Funeral Director Intern
Eric Perrault
Funeral Director & Embalmer
Eric Perrault
Funeral Director & Embalmer
Karis Roenicke
Funeral Director Intern
Karis is a 2025 graduate of St. Petersburg College with a degree in Funeral Services, and she continues to be involved as an alumni. She wishes to continue on a path of further educating the public and her peers, encouraging compassion and intention within the industry.
Working in the funeral industry has been her dream since she was in her early teens. Combining a deep passion for artistry and connecting with people – Karis aims to honor your loved ones by ensuring that they are cared for like her own family.
Redefining the expectations of a funeral home is essential to Karis as she aims to create a positive experience out of the most difficult time in someone’s life. Sharing stories, keeping the family involved, being transparent, and making sure that your loved one looks their best are her top priorities.
Karis Roenicke
Funeral Director Intern
Karis is a 2025 graduate of St. Petersburg College with a degree in Funeral Services, and she continues to be involved as an alumni. She wishes to continue on a path of further educating the public and her peers, encouraging compassion and intention within the industry.
Working in the funeral industry has been her dream since she was in her early teens. Combining a deep passion for artistry and connecting with people – Karis aims to honor your loved ones by ensuring that they are cared for like her own family.
Redefining the expectations of a funeral home is essential to Karis as she aims to create a positive experience out of the most difficult time in someone’s life. Sharing stories, keeping the family involved, being transparent, and making sure that your loved one looks their best are her top priorities.
