Who we are
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 History
Quinn Family: Kevin Jr., Kevin Sr., Chip, Ryan
Fred Hunter Memorial Services is the only full-service, family- owned and operated funeral home, cemetery and crematory located in Broward County, Florida. Originally established in Detroit, Michigan in the 1890s, the Fred Hunter’s name has stood for quality funeral care for over 100 years. Fred Hunter’s opened their first South Florida location almost 50 years ago and has grown to be one of the largest and most successful funeral homes in Florida through its commitment and unwavering dedication to the families and the communities it serves.
Fred Hunter’s is owned and operated by the Quinn Family, Kevin Sr., Chip, Kevin Jr., and Ryan. Kevin Jr. and Ryan are now the 4th generation of Quinns in the funeral industry.
Fred Hunter Memorial Services currently operates full service funeral homes in Hollywood, Davie and Fort Lauderdale.
Our Valued Staff
Mark VanRees, Director of Funeral Home Operations
Mark has been a funeral service professional for the past 25 years, and brings his expertise to the day-to-day business of our firm. “It is our goal to support you through every step of your funeral or memorial arrangement, by listening closely, and offering options when called for; we wish you to have the appropriate services that meet both your financial and emotional needs.”
Mark is a board member of the Florida Funeral Directors Association He is also a member of the National Funeral Directors Association, and is a Trustee of the Cemetery Board for the City of Fort Lauderdale.
Ada Valdes, Director of Administration
Ada’s training is in business administration and information technology, so we know that Fred Hunter is in very capable hands. Her 17 years of related funeral service experience means the highest level of professionalism – complementing that of our other staff members. “I am privileged to work for Fred Hunter, where the staff is so dedicated and compassionate. Working with them, as they help our client families, is so rewarding.”
Jeff Greaver, Licensed Funeral Director, Managing Director, Davie-Cooper City
Jeff has over 33 years of experience in funeral service, which means he is extremely qualified to lead the staff at the Davie-Cooper City facility.
Jeff is a member of the Davie-Cooper City Rotary Club, and President of the Hallandale Community Council Scholarship Fund. He participates in the Davie-Cooper City and Plantation Chambers of Commerce, the Broward County Hurricane Club, and enjoys working with the Barefoot Children of Fort Lauderdale, PHC.
He is married, with two children. When not serving families at Fred Hunter, you can find him scuba diving, cheering on the University of Miami football team, or volunteering in the community.
Ronald F. ‘Ron’ Kelly, Managing Director, Ft. Lauderdale Chapel
Ron’s educational background includes four years of study, at Nebraska Wesleyan University, the University of Nebraska, and the San Francisco College of Mortuary Science. This foundation prepared him very well for his chosen career and the 50 years of service in the funeral profession has only added to his expertise.
When not working, Ron enjoys traveling, and collecting art from the American South West, including oils, prints, wood, ceramic and fabric artifacts.
Ruben Lariz, Director of Facilities and Grounds
Ruben has served families through his work as overseer of grounds and facilities for almost 30 years. He has a strong sense of the importance of this work: “The families who visit our facilities, and select a Fred Hunter’s cemetery for the final resting place of their loved ones deserve, and should expect, the very best. And that’s exactly what we give them.”
Ruben and his wife Maria are residents of Weston. Together they raised four children, and now have the joy of spending their leisure time with their two grandchildren.
Ray Koterba, Crematory Manager
Ray has served families for 25 years. “I keenly understand that it’s more than just a job, that what I do is an essential service. My goal is to treat each family as if they were my own, and that means nothing short of excellence will do.”
Ray and his wife Kim have two sons, Aaron and Adam. They currently enjoy the company of their two granddaughters, Trinity and Rachel. He also thoroughly enjoys watching his favorite football team, the Jets, and loves to attend concerts.