Meet Our Staff

Joseph Waterwash

Funeral Director, Managing Partner

Joe joined Baird-Case Funeral Homes as a licensed funeral director in 2004, bringing 26 years of experience as a funeral director from his position in Cleveland, Ohio. Joe graduated from The Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science and the National Foundation of Funeral Service. He served on the Board of Trustees for 18 years for Hospice of Western Reserve in Cleveland, Ohio. Joe is an active member of Unity of Fort Lauderdale Church, the Florida Funeral Directors Association, the Ohio Funeral Directors Association, The Executives' Association of Fort Lauderdale, Kiwanis of Oakland Park and the Lauderdale-by-the-Sea Chamber of Commerce. "I feel blessed to have the privilege to help families create a unique and meaningful tribute to their loved ones."

Brianna J. L. Rutherford

Funeral Director, Embalmer, and Cremation Specialist

Originally from Eastern Kentucky, Brianna joined our staff with 15 years of experience. 

She graduated from Mid America College of Funeral Service as a class officer.  Brianna is a member of the National Funeral Director's Association and Order of the Eastern Star. 

Brianna enjoys volunteering in Broward County with ocean clean ups, helping the homeless, and various other organizations.

"My foremost duty is to help you transition into a smooth grief process, and I will always do that with sincerity, honesty, and love."

Raymond Lucero

Licensed Pre Planning and Aftercare

Originally from Santa Fe, NM Raymond joined our Team with over 13 years of experience.

Raymond attended New Mexico State University where he found his passion in Funeral Service.

He looks to help educate and bring comfort to families during such a difficult time.

Raymond enjoys spending as much time with his family, including his four legged children, golfing and grilling.

Paul Guralchuk

Funeral Ambassador

Mark Rodd

Funeral Ambassador

Tim Conley

Funeral Ambassador

Maureen Alford

Funeral Ambassador

Tarin Armstrong

Office Manager