Our Staff

Kevin Rogers

President

Kevin is a second generation funeral director and current President of the funeral home. He attended Adams State University and graduated from the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science in 1999 with a Bachelor Degree in Mortuary Science.

Kevin holds certifications through the Colorado Funeral Service Board, Academy of Professional Funeral Service and the Cremation Association of North America.

He is married to his wife Emma and they have two boys, Gage and Dillon. In their spare time together they enjoy hiking, four-wheeling, fishing, riding motorcycles, camping, snowmobiling, marksmanship, skiing and just about anything else offered by the beauty of Colorado.

Kamden Cornelisse

General Manager

Born in Muskegon and raised in West Michigan, Kamden got his start in funeral service in Grand Haven at the Klaassen family Funeral Home. It was there that he took his first steps into the profession under the mentorship of Dave Klaassen, whose guidance shaped his approach to care. To formalize his dedication to the profession he attended Worsham College of Mortuary Science in Chicago, graduating in 2019. In 2021, he relocated to Colorado Springs, where he worked as a funeral director at the Shrine of Remembrance Funeral Home. His journey ultimately led him to the San Luis Valley in 2026, where he moved alongside his fiancé, Marion, to take on the responsibility of managing three local funeral homes in Alamosa, Monte Vista, and Manassa, as well as the crematory. Kamden is proud to be one of only two practicing licensed funeral directors in the entire San Luis Valley, bringing a high standard of professional expertise and dedicated oversight to these communities.
Outside of his professional life, he is a devoted to his  family and is an avid outdoorsman who loves nothing more than exploring the rugged Colorado backcountry in his Jeep. Kamden is also a passionate about music, he shares his talents as both a pipe organist and a tuba player, and he is a member of the Monte Vista Community Methodist Church.
Kamden has a history of community involvement, having served on the boards of both the Salvation Army and the Kiwanis Club. He also maintains a connection to his Michigan roots as a member of the Scottville Clown Band whenever he visits back home. Whether providing steady guidance to a grieving family or volunteering in the community, he brings heart, integrity, and exceptional care to everything he does.

Gage Rogers

Certified Crematory Operator/Funeral Assistant

Gage Rogers is a proud valley native and the third generation of Rogers men to serve families through Rogers Family Mortuary. Married to Kylie Dunnahoo Rogers, Gage brings a caring and professional presence to the funeral industry, carrying on the compassion and dedication passed down from his father, Kevin, and grandfather, Mike. Known for his natural gift of empathy, Gage is committed to helping families through some of life’s most difficult moments with kindness and respect. Outside of the funeral home, he enjoys fishing, four wheeling, riding motorcycles, going to the gym, and spending time outdoors.

Emma Rogers

Office Manager

Marion Macias

Office Manager

Marion was born in Fayetteville, North Carolina where she developed a strong work ethic and passion for helping others from an early age. Determined to build a meaningful career, she pursued higher education and earned her MBA, equipping her with the skills and professionalism that have made her a dedicated office professional. Her commitment to excellence and compassion for others led her to Colorado Springs in 2024 to be involved in funeral service, getting her start at the Shrine of Remembrance Funeral Home. Marion carried her compassion and love for what she does when she relocated with her now fiancé, Kamden, to serve the San Luis Valley at Rogers Family Mortuary where she has the pleasure to serve the communities in Alamosa, Monte Vista, and Manassa.

Outside of her professional life, she is an avid reader, loves spending her time outdoors learning about native plants in Colorado, and cooking.

Steve Bange

Funeral Assistant

Steve Bange has dedicated nearly four decades to serving families with compassion, professionalism, and care. Educated in private German Catholic schools before attending the University of Cincinnati College of Business, Steve entered the funeral profession in April 1987 at Arlington Memorial Gardens.
Over the years, he gained extensive experience in all aspects of funeral service, including cemetery operations, mausoleum services, funeral home management, cremation care, and advance planning. His commitment to helping families during life's most difficult moments has remained the foundation of his career.

A lifelong member of his church and an active member of his community, Steve values faith, service, and building meaningful relationships. His dedication to supporting families and honoring loved ones has made a lasting impact on those he serves.

Sharon Roybal

Office Manage (Monte Vista)