Our Staff

Darren Diebold

Owner, Funeral Director, Embalmer

Darren has lived in Calaveras County for over 40 years and is a graduate of Bret Harte High School. With more than 30 years of experience in the funeral industry, he is a licensed Funeral Director, Embalmer, and Crematory Manager. Darren is a former Board Member of the California Funeral Directors Association and a past President of the Valley Lode Funeral Directors Association.

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Cindy Diebold

Owner & Administrative Coordinator

Cindy has been a resident of Calaveras County for 43 years and is a graduate of Bret Harte High School. She is a proud mother of three and a grandmother to four. Actively involved in the day-to-day operations of the funeral home, Cindy takes great joy in helping families during their time of need.

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Kevin Raggio

Funeral Director & Embalmer

Kevin, a lifelong resident of Angels Camp, began his mortuary career under Terry Parker before attending Cypress College in Southern California, completing his embalming apprenticeship and graduating in 1987. He returned home to Calaveras County, where he finds fulfillment serving families he knows personally. Outside of work, Kevin enjoys hunting, fishing, trapshooting, and traveling.

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Keith Rosa

Funeral Director & Embalmer

Keith was born and raised in San Jose, California, and began his career working for several local mortuaries in the Bay Area. Seeking to deepen his knowledge of death care, he enrolled in the San Francisco College of Mortuary Science, graduating in the summer of 1999. Discontent with the direction of corporate mortuaries, he longed for a change. When Calaveras Mortuaries had an opening, he eagerly seized the opportunity to live and work in the mountains he loved at a family-owned mortuary. He has been employed here since 2000 and strives to bring compassion and understanding to better support the families in need of his services.

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Samantha Redfield

Funeral Arranger & Preneed Expert

Samantha was born and raised in Angels Camp. After graduating from high school, she spent time serving as a missionary in Colorado and Argentina. Upon returning home, Samantha pursued a degree in Marketing and Events. With over ten years of experience in event planning and a deep passion for helping others both personally and professionally, she was happy to join the family business and follow in her parents' footsteps in serving the community.

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Danielle Masarie

Administrative Coordinator & Funeral Arranger

Danielle earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a master’s degree in Education. Originally pursuing a career in education, she joined the family business after becoming a mom—allowing her to embrace her favorite role while staying connected to and supporting the community she grew up in. She now manages daily administrative tasks, keeping the funeral home running smoothly behind the scenes. Most recently, she received her Funeral Arranger’s certification.

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Jason Jarrett

Service & Transport Support

Don Young

Funeral Director

Don graduated from the San Francisco College of Mortuary Science in 1986 and began working at San Andreas Memorial that same year, where he worked for 16 years. In 2002, he transitioned to the role of Fire Chief for the San Andreas Fire Protection District, a position he still holds today. Don also serves as President of the Calaveras Fire Chiefs Association. Additionally, he coached shot put and discus at Calaveras High School for 30 years. In his free time, he enjoys hunting, fishing, and spending time with his six grandchildren.

Jimmy Stewart

Service & Transport Specialist

Palmer Masarie

Snack & Morale Manager

Palmer joined the team in 2024 and immediately boosted office morale by 200%. Known for her expert waving skills and giggle, she specializes in bringing smiles to every family member and staff member she meets.