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