Our Mission & Staff
We have years of experience caring for families, from all walks of life. Each family comes to us because they know we are leaders in our profession, dedicated to excellence in service, and have the highest integrity.
When we sit down with a family, we have just one goal: to create a fitting, memorable and affordable service for their loved one. Together, we explore the wide variety of services and products available, as well as a wealth of creative ideas and suggestions.
Together, we'll design a memorial or funeral service that suits their needs now, and in the future. Families who come to us know that years from now, they will have deep peace-of-mind because in coming to us, they've done their best to honor their loved one.
Our Mission
Our mission is to help you with any need you may face. Our experience, tact, diplomacy, and abilities makes the staff of DeGusipe Funeral Home & Crematory uniquely qualified to serve the special needs of those who come to us for assistance.
We are committed to being the most professional, ethical, and highest quality funeral service organization in our industry. We strive to exceed your expectations. To offer service with dignity and respect, delivered without distinction of social, cultural or economic background. To create a relationship based on trusted, open communication.
Our Guiding Principles
- Quality, trust, reliability, and value will never be compromised.
- Honesty and integrity are paramount.
- Unsurpassed service is essential.
- Pride in our service is our trademark.
Our Valued Staff
Todd M. DeGusipe, Owner/Funeral Director
Todd studied Environmental Resource Management at Pennsylvania State University, and graduated from the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science.
Every day reinforces Todd’s commitment to his chosen profession. “I always wanted to have the opportunity to assist families through their most difficult times, and every day I get to do just that.”
Not only do his client families benefit from his commitment to service, they benefit greatly from Todd’s 20 years of experience as a funeral professional.
Todd is an active member of Knights of Columbus, Council 5618, and has attained Sir Knight Status. He is also a member of the Men’s Club of St. Mary Magdalene. His civic commitment is reflected in his active membership in the Maitland Chamber of Commerce and Sanford Chamber of Commerce.
Todd and his wife Julissa have two children, Giuliana and Salvatore. He and his family attend the Annunciation Catholic Church, in Altamonte Springs.
Rick D. Perry, Funeral Director
Rick Perry graduated from Gupton Jones College of Funeral Services with a degree in Mortuary Science. He is also involved with several industry organizations such as the National Selected Morticians and the Central Florida Funeral Directors Association.
For the past 13 years Rick has also been a member of the National Foundation for Mortuary Care and the federal government’s Disaster Mortuary Operational Response Team. In 2003 Rick Perry became a founding member of the Department of Homeland Security. For Rick Perry, funeral service has become a lifelong passion. Since 1992, Rick has given caring support and consolation to families in Orlando and nearby communities survive personal loss.
When he isn't busy ensuring domestic tranquility, Rick is spending time with his three children and loving wife. The Perry family are active members of First United Methodist Church of Oviedo.