Four generations. Beyond expectations.

John is a third generation funeral director and co-owner with Jeff Matthysse and Mike Matthysse, who began working in the family business with his father in 1986. He is a graduate of Worsham College of Mortuary Science. He now works with his son, Matthew, who is the fourth generation funeral director. He lives in Grandville with his wife, Cheri, and they enjoy spending time with their children and grandchildren.

Jeff is honored to be a second-generation funeral director and co-owner with John Kuiper III and Mike Matthysse. He graduated from Worsham College of Mortuary Science in 2000. Jeff is proud to be associated with a family firm that goes beyond expectations for every family they serve.

Mike is a co-owner with John Kuiper III and Jeff Matthysse. He graduated from both Davenport University and Worsham College of Mortuary Science.  He is privileged and grateful to serve families in planning meaningful memorial tributes.  Mike enjoys spending time up north enjoying various outdoor activities and cherishing time with his family.  He resides in Jenison and is active in both his church and community.

Doug graduated from Worsham College of Mortuary Science and has been serving families since he was licensed in 2002. He is passionate about working with MKD Funeral Home clients and families. He currently lives in Hudsonville with his wife, Kristi, and family, including poison dart frogs, dogs, parrot, cats and a large squirrel community. Formerly a youth pastor at Spring Lake Wesleyan Church, Doug enjoys nature and especially communing with creation. Most of all, he shares spiritual insights and “Chapisms” with his coworkers daily.

Rachael Kluz began in funeral service in Cass City, Michigan in 2000 and has a bachelors degree of Mortuary Science from Wayne State University.  She is honored to serve at MKD Funeral Home since 2004.  

Paul graduated from Worsham College of Mortuary Science and became a licensed funeral director in 2003.  He joined MKD Funeral Home in 2015.  In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and three children.

Matthew, son of John Kuiper III, is a fourth-generation funeral director. Licensed in 2019, Matthew grew up working in the business with his father and grandfather. He and his wife, Anna, and their daughter live in Jenison and enjoy serving both their community and church.

Lance graduated from Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science in 2006, has been a licensed funeral director since January of 2007, and joined MKD in June of 2022. He lives in Cascade with his wife Julie and two kids, and they enjoy camping, pickleball, and boating.

Ed received his BBA from Saginaw Valley State University, his Mortuary Certificate from Wayne State University and has been a Licensed Director for over 36 years. Ed along with his wife Mary have owned two funeral homes for over 20 years before moving to the Caledonia area to be near their three children and grandchildren. It’s been an honor and privilege to be associated with MKD Funeral Homes who dedicate themselves to providing a high level of personalized care to families in West Michigan.

Mike has recently joined MKD as a funeral director.

Fred is a licensed funeral director who has retired from MKD after 35+ years of dedicated service. His career has been a testimony of commitment and compassionate care. Fred is married to Donna, and they have 3 children and they are blessed with several grandchildren.

Bella has joined us at MKD Funeral Home as a funeral director resident trainee.