History & Staff

Tyler has worked locally in the county as a funeral director for many years and has served many local families. He came on board to manage Wilson’s Chapel of the Roses, Sutherlin Chapel of the Roses, Roseburg Memorial Gardens and Valley View Cemetery in 2021. He has two children, Matthew and Hosanna, both are now in high school. Tyler is an active church member in Sutherlin and enjoys cooking and doing a wide variety of things from photography to playing video games.

Charlie is a Licensed Funeral Director and has been with Wilson’s and Sutherlin Chapel of the Roses since February of 2023. He is most proud of his son who is a Journeyman in the Construction Industry. Charlie spent many childhood summers in Douglas County visiting his grandparents and is happy to now call the region home. Charlie is an avid football fan, spending many fall weekends at Reser Stadium with his son and daughter-in-law. Charlie gets lost in history, specifically Presidential History. He enjoys documentaries and watching 80’s and 90’s movies.

Rusty was born in Southern California and moved to the area when he was 10 months old. He was raised in Roseburg and then in Lookingglass. He graduated from Douglas High School in 1979. Rusty married Sue Conn in 1982. They have a daughter Ashley. Rusty started his apprenticeship at Long & Shukle Memorial Chapel in the summer of 1985. He graduated from Mount Hood Community College with a Mortuary Science degree in 1988. He and Sue moved back to Roseburg and continued to work at Long & Shukle Memorial Chapel, Chapel of the Firs (now Sutherlin Chapel of the Roses) and Wilson’s Chapel of the Roses. Rusty enjoys spending time with family, camping, traveling, and playing golf.

Heather is a first-call technician for both our Roseburg and Sutherlin offices. She assists family members in a variety of tasks. She served our country in the military and served several tours of duty in Iraq. Heather is active in the community outreach program and is continually assisting with homeless outreach programs.

Meet Brooke Pulver, the maestro of tranquility and order at our funeral home. With a dash of humor and a heart full of compassion, Brooke keeps the ship sailing smoothly even through life's stormiest waters.

Born with the rare talent of turning somber moments into shared smiles, Brooke's journey into the world of funeral administration was perhaps destiny's little wink. Growing up, she had a knack for finding the silver lining in every situation, even if it meant searching in the darkest of clouds.

Brooke's career path took a turn when she realized she could make a living out of her uncanny ability to bring a sprinkle of levity to life's most solemn occasions. With her impeccable organizational skills and a wit as sharp as the creases on freshly pressed funeral attire, she swiftly rose to the position of administrator extraordinaire.

In the hallowed halls of our funeral home, Brooke is the beacon of warmth and efficiency. Whether she's juggling appointments with the finesse of a circus performer or ensuring that each floral arrangement is placed just so, Brooke's attention to detail is unmatched.

But it's not all black suits and tissue boxes for Brooke. When she's not orchestrating the perfect send-off, you might find her indulging in her love for karaoke, belting out tunes that would make even the departed crack a smile from beyond.

In Brooke's capable hands, even the most delicate arrangements are executed with finesse and a sprinkle of her signature charm. So, rest assured, when you entrust your loved one to our care, Brooke will be there to guide you through with a compassionate heart and a well-timed joke to lighten the load.

He was born here in Oregon, but proudly left the area for a few years as he served in the U.S. Army as an experienced Tank Operator, which took him to Germany. When he returned to Douglas County, he joined the Wilson’s Chapel of the Roses family were he still works 20 years later. In Mark’s free time he is always outdoors doing things such as hiking the many wonderful trails in the area, fishing, & enjoying the lakes and coast. His favorite charity has been the Shiner’s Hospital for several years.