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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 2009
Rose Presley Joins Deaton-Kennedy as North Carolina Sales Representative
Joliet, Illinois – December 2009 – Deaton-Kennedy Company is pleased to announce that Rose Presley has been named the Sales Representative for the state of North Carolina. In this role she will be responsible for leading the sales efforts for Deaton-Kennedy throughout North Carolina. Presley’s solid background in the funeral industry includes both sales and marketing.
Presley attended East Carolina University in Greenville, NC and Methodist College in Fayetteville, NC. She is the wife of Keith and the mother of three children; Elliott, Jonathan, Lyndsi and one grandchild, Connor. Rose has been actively involved in her community for many years where she serves in numerous capacities. She is an affiliate member of the NCFDA and several other state associations and organizations that represent the funeral industry.
With more than twenty years experience in sales, as well as in the funeral industry working alongside her husband, Presley brings a wealth of experience with her. Deaton-Kennedy customers will appreciate her skills as well as the understanding of daily funeral home operations that she possesses.
Deaton-Kennedy is a family owned business that has been operating since 1928. As long time leaders and innovators in the funeral industry, Deaton-Kennedy has shown both long and short-term visions for the future and a willingness to help each customer reach their goals while paying tribute to the families they serve.

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Ben Kuikman
Marketing Coordinator
Deaton-Kennedy Company
bkuikman@deatonkennedy.com
(800) 435-4068
www.deatonkennedy.com
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 2009
Paul Cotter Joins Deaton-Kennedy as South Eastern Sales Representative
Joliet, Illinois – September 2009 – Deaton-Kennedy Company is pleased to announce that Paul Cotter has joined Deaton-Kennedy as a Sales Representative for the state of Georgia and Eastern Alabama.
“The Deaton-Kennedy Company is thrilled to have Paul Cotter as part of our sales force. His years of experience in the funeral industry, commitment to customer needs and work ethic will certainly strengthen the Deaton-Kennedy team.” said George Deaton, National Sales Manager.
Paul has many years of experience in sales, most recently selling stationery in the funeral industry for the past five years. The experience and knowledge that Paul brings with him to Deaton Kennedy is a highly prized commodity for any organization to add to their ranks.
Paul resides in Snellville, Georgia with his wife Pat. Paul and Pat have four children and are the proud grandparents of nine grandchildren.
Deaton-Kennedy is a family owned business that has been operating since 1928. As long time leaders and innovators in the funeral industry, Deaton-Kennedy has shown both long and short-terms visions for the future and a willingness to help each customer reach their goals while paying tribute to the families they serve.
Contact
Ben Kuikman
Marketing Coordinator
Deaton-Kennedy Company
bkuikman@deatonkennedy.com
(800) 435-4068
www.deatonkennedy.com
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Lynn Moon Joins Deaton-Kennedy as South Carolina Sales Representative Joliet, Illinois – August 2009 – Deaton-Kennedy Company is pleased to announce that Lynn Moon has accepted the position of Sales Representative for the state of South Carolina. “We are very fortunate to have Lynn Moon on the Deaton-Kennedy team. She has great professionalism and a depth of experience in providing good service and solutions to the funeral directors in her area,” said Bob Nobles, Chief Executive Officer. A lifelong resident of Spartanburg, South Carolina, Lynn attended USC-Spartanburg. She and her husband Bob have two sons, Cory Ezzel and Robby Moon. Prior to joining Deaton-Kennedy Lynn worked in the finance and real estate sectors, and most recently served as a sales representative for another bereavement stationery products provider. Lynn is active in her community and church where she serves in numerous capacities. An affiliate member and Vice-President of the SCFDA Sales club, she continues to actively support the SCFDA. She is also an affiliate member of the NCFDA. Deaton-Kennedy is a family owned business that has been operating since 1928. As long time leaders and innovators in the funeral industry, Deaton-Kennedy has shown both long and short-terms visions for the future and a willingness to help each customer reach their goals while paying tribute to the families they serve.
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March 3, 2009
Joliet, IL – Deaton Kennedy, North America’s premier bereavement stationery provider is pleased to announce a partnership with renowned artist, Lena Liu. “The wonderfully sensitive art of Lena Liu is both meaningful and moving. It touches our deepest heartfelt emotions. The Deaton-Kennedy Company is honored to be associated with Lena Liu and have the privilege of distributing her work throughout the industry,” said Robert Nobles, CEO of the Deaton-Kennedy Company. Lena Liu is an artist of unparalleled popularity. Art lovers around the world enjoy the universal yet personal character of her paintings. Beautiful birds, tranquil landscapes and breathtaking floral and musical still lifes are among her collectors’ favorites. Today, avid collectors of her work enjoy it across various media, including limited-edition prints, porcelain collector plates, ornaments, figurines, music boxes, sculptures, cards, tapestries, bookmarks and calendars. Lena has achieved recognition at national shows and exhibits. The Collectors’ Information Bureau (CIB) honored her as Best Plate Artist of the Year. The National Association of Limited Edition Dealers (NALED) honored her as Artist of the Year. She was named the Canadian Artist of the Year at the Canadian Collectible of the Year Awards. She was also an inaugural inductee into the prestigious Bradford Exchange Plate Artist Hall of Fame. A Note from Lena Liu “I am pleased with the opportunity to work with the Deaton-Kennedy Company. I hope that my work can provide comfort and inspiration to people.” For more information, please contact your Deaton-Kennedy representative or call (800) 435-4068.
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