Gregory B. McClary CFSP

Licensed Funeral Director-Manager

Gregory B. McClary, CFSP, a native of South Carolina brings over 35 years of experience in the funeral profession. He is a Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer in the States of Michigan, South Carolina, New York, and Indiana. Gregory is a graduate of Gupton-Jones College of Mortuary Science in Atlanta, Georgia and currently holds an Associate of Arts degree in Biblical Studies, and an Associates Degree in Business Administration.

Gregory is the owner/president of McClary Funeral Services, Inc and is a member of the National Funeral Directors Association, Michigan Funeral Directors Association (2008-09-2012-2013) President, District One), 2023-2024 Vice - President of the Michigan Funeral Director Association.  Certified Funeral Service Practitioner (CFSP), since 2005 and an Ambassador of the Academy of Professional Funeral Service Practice. Member and serve on the Board of Directors of the International Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Association,  Indiana Funeral Directors Association and  Member of the John Maxwell Team and Insight Certified Celebrant. Serves on the Advisory Board for Tribute to Technology 2023-2024.  Certified Etiquette Consultant.

As President & Funeral Director, I will always work along with, our great experienced staff to provide personalized, full services, not just by our standards, but by yours.      

Gregory is very compassionate with each family he serves and is dedicated to making their difficult time much more bearable.

My desire is to make a difference in this profession. It’s my mission to be a light in this world by providing the best service to each family entrusted to my care. I stand on my mother’s words "everyone may not be able to afford the best, but you make sure you give them your best".

" We will always give our very best to each family we are entrusted to serve."

    "That is Why We Do What We Do"

DeNelda Dawkins

Vice-President

Lena Nichols

Senior Staff- Family Services Assistant

A retiree of Ford Motor Company, this feisty 86 year old is the Senior Staff member at the Chapel of the Chimes Funeral Home - Westland

Lena's formal education was indeed a journey, as she attended elementary school in Arkansas, high school at The Piney Woods Country Life School in Piney Woods, Mississippi, and college at Philander Smith College in Little Rock, Arkansas. Upon making Michigan her home, she attended Washtenaw Community College and Madonna University.

Her volunteer work logs with Henry Ford Hospital and the Fox Theatre, which include many hours of hard work and loving-kindness. Lena's giving back didn't stop there, as she served as a member of the Board of Directors at the Methodist Children's Home for many years.

Lena serves as a Deacon at Gethsemane Missionary Baptist Church.

Marjorie Newson

Licensed Funeral Director - Executive Manager of Operations

Marjorie joined the staff in April 2016.  She has her Bachelor's Degree in Mortuary Science from Wayne State University.  She is a proud member of the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA), Michigan Funeral Directors Association (MFDA) and Academy of Professional Funeral Service Practice (APFSP). 

 Marjorie has the act of compassion and care while working with families and appreciates the opportunity of being able to help families through such difficult times, where their ability to help themselves is limited.  Her attention to detail and work ethic are a real asset to the Chapel of the Chimes.

Karl Todd

Licensed Funeral Director

Marsha Hughes

Licensed Funeral Director

Marsha joined the Chapel of the Chimes in November 2021. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Mortuary Science from Wayne State University and has over 17 years of professional experience in the funeral industry. Marsha’s ability to provide emotional support and comfort during their time of need is an asset to our firm. 

Breonna Ray

Licensed Funeral Director

Breonna joined Chapel of the Chimes in early 2022. A native of Detroit, she received her B.S in Mortuary Science from Wayne State University and her Master of Business Administration from Northwood University. She has been a licensed funeral director for 8 years and has over a decade of experience in the funeral industry. She is a faithful member of Mt. Charity MBC in Detroit and enjoys spending time with her son and husband.

Breonna is a member of the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA), Michigan Funeral Directors
Association (MFDA), and Michigan Select Funeral Directors and Morticians Association. She is a recent graduate of the MFDA’s Leadership Academy Program. She also sits on the Board of Directors for Transformation Life Center of Detroit, a community outreach organization.

Breonna is dedicated to each family she serves, and prides herself on her God given ability to assist and provide comfort to families during one of the most difficult times of their lives. 

Robert Schultz

Family Services Assistant

Robert has 20 years of background experience with the funeral business and joined the Chapel of the Chimes for the past two years. He assists in a variety of duties from serving families to maintaining the building and vehicles. Robert has a background in private security and served with the Wayne County Sheriff C.E.R.T Division .

Sharon Austin

Family Services Assistant

Sharon has been a Family Services Assistant for 6 years at the Chapel of Chimes Funeral Home. She loves people and gets gratification from seeing that the families are comforted, and their needs are met.  "I enjoy talking to the families".

Sharon attends Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church in Detroit and is a member of the Women & Girls Choir, Group #7 and Marr-o-Nots Fellowship, as well as an active member of the Detroit Mid-City Lions Club for 28 years.

Cecilia Brinson

Family Services Assistant

Cecilia is a native of Westland, Michigan and became a part of the Chapel of the Chimes family in the early seventies.

She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Concentration Human Resources/ Criminal Justice, and a Bachelor's Degree in Cosmetology.

Cecilia loves to serve families. She appreciates the position of being able to serve families through such difficult times. Cecilia gives from the heart and doesn't mind going the extra mile to please, assist, and direct families!!!

Denise Jones

Family Services Assistant

Denise is a native of Romulus, Michigan and joined the Chapel of the Chimes in September of 2015.  She graduated from Belleville High School.  Denise continued her education receiving degrees in Criminal Justice and Correctional Science from Washtenaw Community College.  Denise performs a variety of duties from transporting families to services to aiding assistance with visitations and funeral services just to name a few.  She is also a trustee and a part of the praise team at her church. Denise truly enjoys serving and providing comfort to families, ensuring the needs of the families are met.

Randy Amaker

Family Services Assistant

Randy is a native of Inkster, Michigan.  Randy is a faithful member of Word of God Church Ministries in Detroit, Michigan and serves as a leader of the security team. Randy is lead staff in the personal care suite and is also a student at Wayne County Community College District.

During his leisure time, Randy enjoys working out such as jogging and bike riding.  Randy has been working at the Chapel of the Chimes Funeral Home since 2010.

Darnetta Leak

Family Services Assistant

Darnetta is a graduate of River Rouge High School.  She received an Associate's Degree in Liberal Arts from Wayne County Community College, received her Basic Standard Certificates and Associates in Banking from American Institute of Banking, and also attended University of Michigan.  Darnetta enjoys working as a family service assistant.

Darnetta has been a member of St. John A.M.E. Church since childhood.  She is also affiliated as a Worthy Grand Matron, Order of Eastern Star (Michigan) for over 28 years, National Financial Secretary, and Order of Eastern Star. Darnetta also does volunteer reading /activities at nursing homes.

Charles Bazile

Family Services Assistant

Charles is a native of Pineville, Louisiana.  He is a graduate of Pontiac Northern High School and Eastern Michigan University.  Charles retired as a correctional officer and joined the Chapel of the Chimes team under the recommendation of the founding sisters Ms. Essie Williams & Ms. Lena Nichols.  He performs a variety of duties here at the Chapel with pride, joy, and Christian professionalism.

Karen King Corner

Family Service Assistant

Karen is a native of Detroit, Michigan. She joined the staff of Chapel of the Chimes in 2021. She graduated with honors, receiving degrees from both Henry Ford College and Wayne State University.

Karen’s compassionate and calming spirit, along with her dedication and commitment to service, are evident as she offers encouragement and concern to the families she assists and prays with.

She is part of the ministerial team at Pentecostal Temple Church, while also serving as a Trustee and Administrator. In her leisure time, Karn enjoys traveling, dining out, and spending time with family and friends. 

Michael Greene

Family Services Assistant

Lesa Talley-Moore

Family Service Assistant

Lesa joined the Chapel of the Chimes in August 2016. She has earned an Associate’s Degree in Computer Information Systems (CIS), Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, and Master’s in Strategic Management. Lesa is also a licensed cosmetologist and salon owner for 37 years. She is a dedicated member of Gethsemane MBC and serves on the Praise Team and Mass Choir for the last 34 years. Lesa shows compassion and empathy while assisting families through difficult times and is truly committed to service. 

Donnell LaGrone

Family Services Attentant

Faye Dunn

Family Services Assistant

Nelson Lucas III

Family Service Assistant

Nelson, a native of Alabama, relocated to Westland, Michigan and later to Inkster, where he currently resides and is a very active member in his community. His love for God and compassion for people, gives him a calm and peaceful spirit to help people in their time of need.

Nelson inherited his dad's ability to repair vehicles and is an excellent mechanic. In his free time, he enjoys restoring vehicles, riding motorcycles, traveling, swimming, and spend time with family and friends. 

Karen Christon

Family Service Assistant

Ashley Pinder

Family Service Assistant

Taletha Cousins

Family Service Assistant