Our trusted Team

Guiding with care.Grounded in experience.

Rooted in the Community,
Committed to You

The people who guide you through the difficult moments of life should be just as compassionate as they are skilled. Our staff is made up of caring, experienced professionals―neighbors serving neighbors― dedicated to providing personal, attentive service for every family we serve. Unlike funeral homes that are part of large corporations, we’re staffed and owned by the people who are maek up this community.

We understand that each family is unique, with its own set of traditions, preferences, and requests. These are important to us because they are significant to you. Whether you have specific wishes for how a service should be conducted or you need assistance in creating something entirely personal, we are here to listen, support, and ensure that your loved one’s memory is honored in the way you envision. We value transparency and work to provide a range of budget options that won’t feel overwhelming. Our goal is to help you create a meaningful memorial within a reasonable cost.

When our daughter passed away from ovarian cancer at the age of 43 we wanted the best care for our girl. There was never a question of which funeral home we were going to entrust her to-Ruck Funeral Home.

The beautiful, sensitive way they handled all the arrangements for the viewing, the Celebration of Life and delivery of the casket for the interment validated to us that we had made  the right decision.

FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED

Neighbors serving neighbors with care.

Family-owned for over 100 years, we’ve built lasting relationships with the families and communities we serve. We’re a family business serving local families—because we’re not just a funeral home, we’re your neighbors.

Mike J. Ruck, Sr.

President

56 Years of Service

Mike J. Ruck, Jr.

Senior Vice President

34 Years of Service

Earl L. Canapp, Jr.

Executive Vice President

47 Years of Service

Scott P. Gardner

Vice President

45 Years of Service

Michelle F. DiGiovanni

Secretary/Treasurer

28 Years of Service

Licensed Funeral Directors and a compassionate staff You Can Trust

Skilled professionals who care.

Every member of our team is a licensed funeral director, fully qualified to assist you with every step of the process. For generations, families have trusted us in their most vulnerable times because of our ability to blend guidance with care. We don’t just handle the logistics—we are here to offer understanding, flexibility, and peace of mind as you navigate the loss of your loved one.
 
Our team’s commitment is simple: to provide you with a professional who truly cares about you and your family. No matter your needs, we are here for you, every step of the way.

Towson STAFF

Matthew Canapp

Funeral Director

35 Years of Service

Charles Miner, Jr.

Funeral Director

18 Years of Service

Barbara Purdie

Funeral Director

13 Years of Service

Jennifer Canapp

Funeral Director

24 Years of Service

Jacqueline Kemberling-Martin

Funeral Director

8 Years of Service

Paul L. Hartsock, Jr.

Funeral Director

51 Years of Service

Ernest Feist, III

Funeral Director

52 Years of Service

Donald Watson

Funeral Director

34 Years of Service

Kristen Workman

Funeral Director

1 Year of Service

Brendan Hayes

Apprentice Funeral Director

2 Years of Service

Skylar Mullen

Apprentice Funeral Director

4 Years of Service

Jaden Taylor

Apprentice Funeral Director

1 Years of Service

Andrew Calwell

Funeral Assistant

38 Years of Service

Stan Czarnecki

Funeral Assistant

19 Years of Service

Lawrence Pluhar

Funeral Assistant

28 Years of Service

Michael Canapp

Funeral Assistant

9 Years of Service

Andrew Cullinan

Funeral Assistant

12 Years of Service

James Delaro

Funeral Assistant

23 Years of Service

Garrett Fitzpatrick

Funeral Assistant

2 Years of Service

Claybourn Langlotz

Funeral Assistant

14 Years of Service

Robert LeMaitre

Funeral Assistant

2 Years of Service

Terry McGee

Funeral Assistant

18 Years of Service

David Payne

Funeral Assistant

18 Years of Service

William Steimetz

Funeral Assistant

22 Years of Service

Tammy Fulghum

Administration

10 Years of Service

Sarah Sheppard

Administration

10 Years of Service

Jaqueline Kinter

Administration

1 Year of Service

Paul L. Hartsock, III

Crematory Operator

16 Years of Service

Roberta Smith

Reception

12 Years of Service

Katherine Walker

Reception

18 Years of Service

Duda-Ruck Dundalk STAFF

Michael Neiser

Funeral Director

26 Years of Service

Johnny Gibbs

Funeral Director

36 Years of Service

Justin Jones

Funeral Director

26 Years of Service

Dennis C. Carroll

Funeral Director

29 Years of Service

Alexandra Wanless

Funeral Director

8 Years of Service

Gregory Reed

Funeral Director

53 Years of Service

Edgar D’Anna

Funeral Assistant

34 Years of Service

Joyce D’Anna

Funeral Assistant

14 Years of Service

Charles Edenfield

Funeral Assistant

31 Years of Service

Jacqueline Leahey

Funeral Assistant

4 Years of Service

Charles Munzert

Funeral Assistant

47 Years of Service

Charles Muzert

Funeral Assistant

47 Years of Service

Francis Schiefer, Jr.

Funeral Assistant

37 Years of Service

Donald Schunck

Funeral Assistant

2 Years of Service

Alaina Sternberg

Funeral Assistant

1 Year of Service

Frank Pytrykow

Operations

36 Years of Service

Christine Comegys Selba

Administration

33 Years of Service

Constance Kulbicki

Reception

1 Year of Service