Licensed Staff

Lawrence H Woodward Funeral Home, Inc

1 Troy Ave

Brooklyn, NY 11213

Phone: 7184938120

Fax: 718-756-0423

Licensed Staff

All of our licensed directors adhere to the highest standard of ethical practices and are committed to ensuring that all of your needs are attended to. Their commitment to the community and genuine compassion toward families are but a few of the characteristics that make them outstanding in their field. We are proud to have them on our staff.

Melvin D. Thompson, CEO Deceased

Licensed for over 55 years and owner of The L.H. Woodward Funeral Home for over 40 years. Mr. Thompson has worked tirelessly serving families and the community at large. His affiliations are with local, state, national and international organizations.
On October 31, 2015 Mr. Thompson passed away leaving a legacy that continues today.

Motto: "If I can help someone as I pass this way then my living shall not be in vain."

Lynda Thompson- Lindsay, CEO/ Operational Manager

Meet Ms. Thompson, the CEO and operational manager of Lawrence H. Woodward Funeral Home. With 45 years of experience, she has devoted herself to delivering top-notch funeral services. She started in the business office, has worked in all areas of the firm, and has a comprehensive understanding of all procedures.
Her goal in funeral service is to "constantly provide quality funeral services as her father would have wanted her to."

Vicki Thompson-Simmons, Asst. Manager

Vicki is an honorably discharged Marine, she graduated Magna Cum Laude from American Academy McAllister Institute. Vicki has served as President of Brooklyn- Long Island and Empire State Funeral Directors Association and is a licensed notary She is married with four children. Her motto "I do the best I can …then put the rest in God's hands".

In 2019 Ms. Simmons decided to retire from funeral service. She is still a co-owner of the establishment but is following the path that God has chosen for her. We wish her all the best with her future endeavors.

Venus Thompson, Licensed Funeral Director
Email: Directors@lhwoodwardfh.com

Licensed Funeral Director for over 25 years with the Woodward Funeral Home family. Venus speaks both English and Spanish and is able to conduct services to fit the needs of the family. Venus is a member of National Funeral Directors and Morticians Association. She has served as Secretary on a local level and ETA Chapter member.

Motto:" We as Funeral Directors are clean canvases and can only receive the paint and colors from our customers in order to provide them a picture for the frame of their loved one."

Simona Ross, Licensed Funeral Director

Sinoma Ross has jumped right in and became a dedicated part of the family. Simona graduated Magna Cum Laude from the American Academy McAllister Institute for Funeral Services. Simona participates in "Career Day" at local schools giving the students insight on funeral services. Being a mother of four children, she encourages the students to stay in school and achieve any goal they may pursue.

Motto: "Live everyday to the absolute fullest".

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