History & Staff

At Wilsonville Funeral Home, we understand that losing a loved one is an emotional and often difficult experience. We are committed to serving you with caring and compassionate care. We recognize that each family is unique and has personal requests and traditions. These requests and traditions are of utmost importance to our staff of licensed funeral directors. It is our privilege to serve you and our community.

Our History

Our History

Wilsonville Funeral Home was founded in 1933 by J. Melvin Ringo in Woodburn. He purchased the business when it was on the corner of First and Garfield. Within a few years, the business grew and was moved across the block to 2nd and Garfield. From there it expanded facilities when they became available. As the family business continued to grow, Charles Cornwell, Melvin's son-in-law joined the business after serving in WWII. Charles and his wife Lou Jane continued the business over the next 60 years. Recognizing a growing and underserved population, the construction of a new chapel in Wilsonville was completed in 1995, making it the first new funeral home in the state of Oregon in over 20 years.

Our Valued Staff

  • Bryan Michael

    Bryan Michael, Manager/Funeral Director

    Bryan is from a family of eight and was raised in the Salem/Gervais/Brooks area and attended North Salem High School.Bryan has been in the funeral industry for over 20 years and counts every day as a learning experience. He believes serving families and the community is a privilege and every service is an honor to be a part of.When not working Bryan enjoys Blazer games, hiking, the gym, music and film (including plenty of independent, foreign and classic). He is the proud parent of a stubborn dog named Bebe.

  • Bill Bollman

    Bill Bollman, Funeral Director/Embalmer

    Bill has worked in the funeral business for nearly 50 years and doesn't plan on stopping anytime soon. He couldn't imagine life without serving the families he cares about. Bill's hobbies include watching sports on the weekends, visiting with his extended family, and most of all cruising around town in his two seater convertible sports car.

  • Jennifer Jeffries

    Jennifer Jeffries, Office Manager

    Jennifer was born in Portland and grew up in Hillsboro, graduating from Hilhi.She has been married to Kim Jeffries for 44 years and has a daughter Stacy and son Stan.She enjoys spending time with her 5 grandchildren, Kendal, Cody, Danny, Ian and Emily.In her spare time she enjoys gardening, horse camping, and traveling.Jennifer began working for the funeral home 23 years ago assisting families in her office.

  • Meagan Hammond

    Meagan Hammond, Funeral Director / Embalmer

    Meagan has been serving families since 2014 when she graduated from the mortuary science program at Cypress Community College in California. She spent some time with a smaller family owned firm, working with the community of Fresno and the Central Valley to educate and encourage young adults.After working at the family owned firm for a few years, she transferred back to Southern California to complete her embalming apprenticeship as well as participate in events such as the Every Fifteen Minutes Program—a program designed to show teenagers the consequences and effects of driving while under the influence.Meagan moved to Portland where she currently resides with her husband Nick and their two cats Tako and Poke.In her spare time, Meagan enjoys road trips with her husband, watching movies and planning her next big adventure.

  • Ashlyn Billingslea

    Ashlyn Billingslea, Funeral Director/Embalmer

    Ashlyn began working in the funeral industry in 2021 as an intern. By 2023, she had graduated from the funeral service education program at Mt. Hood Community College and went on to complete her apprenticeship in 2024.Outside of work, Ashlyn spends most of her time with her twin sons. Some of her hobbies include baking, enjoying the outdoors, and various crafts.