Our Staff

Our Staff

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.

Roger D. Nay

Funeral Director

Roger D. Nay began his career in funeral service in 1983 at the former Lytle Mortuary. Roger graduated from the Mid-America College of Funeral Service in 1986, and earned his funeral director's license in 1987. Roger continued to serve as a funeral director at Lytle Mortuary until 1988. Roger has now been serving the families of Switzerland County and the surrounding areas for 34 years. Roger is a member of the Vevay Kiwanis Club, Lifetime Resources Board of Directors, Switzerland Baptist Church, Indiana Coroner Association, Hightower Board of Directors, Indiana Funeral Directors Association, National Funeral Directors Association, Federated Funeral Directors of America & the Finance & Investment Committee for the Switzerland County Community Foundation. He was a founding board member of the Switzerland County Community Foundation. Roger was a former board member for the Switzerland County EMS, Switzerland County YMCA & the Switzerland County Chapter of the American Cancer Society, where he served as the Chairman of the neighborhood campaign. He was a former Switzerland County Coroner for 8 years. He was former Secretary for the Pi Sigma Eta Fraternity.  

Kayla M. Nay

Funeral Director

For 34 years, owners Roger and Rodney Nay have embraced and cultivated the legacy of Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, known area-wide for its meticulous attention to detail and exemplary service. Roger's eldest daughter and the first in the Nay family became the second generation graduate with a degree in mortuary science and a licensed funeral director in 2012. Nay equally feels a deep commitment to our clients and the areas we serve. Another familiar face with a family connection, Kayla will help ensure the continuance of that rich tradition. Kayla's appointment marks two new milestones for the company, Haskell & Morrison's first female licensed funeral director and father-daughter team. A 2010 graduate of Switzerland County High School, Kayla pledges to uphold the family's unwavering commitment to excellence, a tradition commencing with founder George W. Haskell nearly 150 years ago. Kayla married Matthew Conway of Frankfort, Kentucky in May 2021.

Rodney L. Nay

Funeral Director

Native of Deputy, IN. 34 years in the funeral profession, including co-purchase of Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home in Vevay, IN in 1990. One of the four co-founders of Morgan & Nay Funeral Centre in 1997. Graduate of Mid-America College of Funeral Services, 1986. Recipient of Pursuit of Excellence distinction from the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA), 2014-2017. Funeral Director of the Year - 2014, bestowed by American Funeral Director magazine. Recipient of the Distinguished Hoosier Award - 2015, presented by the Governor of Indiana and the Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs. Recipient of Business Citizenship Award from the Madison (Indiana) Chamber of Commerce, 2010. National recognition for financial contribution and involvement in Wreaths Across America endeavor, 2009-2017. Member of NFDA, Indiana Funeral Directors Association (IFDA) and Indiana Coroners Association. Office holder of numerous IFDA positions. Continuing education studies through IFDA and NFDA. Jefferson County (Indiana) coroner, elected in 2016. Two-term coroner for Switzerland County, Indiana. One daughter, member of the Morgan & Nay administrative team.

Non-Licensed Staff

Although they are not licensed funeral directors, these staff members are vitally important to the operation of our firm. These individuals make it possible for us to professionally coordinate funerals with the quality of service our community has come to expect from us.

E. Allan Bear

E. Allan Bear began his career in funeral service in 1992 at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home. In 2006, Allan obtained his insurance license for preneed services to better serve the families of Switzerland County and surrounding areas. Allan serves on the Switzerland County Public Library Board and the Switzerland County Historical Society Board of Directors and is a member of the Vevay Main Street and Vevay Kiwanis Club. Allan has been serving the Switzerland County community and surrounding areas for 30 years.

Jane Sefton

Director of Pre-Planning and Family Services

Making the best and wisest decisions in emotional times complicates any challenge. Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home, a trusted business neighbor for 34 years, can help avoid most of these hurdles through our signature pre-planning program headed by Jane Sefton, our director of pre-planning and family services.

Having grown up in the funeral profession in Northern Indiana, Sefton knows firsthand the financial mistakes, misunderstandings and regrets that can arise when a consensus must be reached in a tight time span involving multiple parties.

Pre-planning affords personal choice and financial direction upfront, thus averting stress and allowing family members later to give their full attention to celebrating the life of that special someone.

Great Western Insurance has recognized Sefton twice for her pre-planning leadership and sales performance. 2015 at the national convention in New York City. Keynote speaker status at the 2016 convention in Hawaii.

Although the process generally entails only one visit at Haskell & Morrison or even at the client's home, Sefton will gladly meet with interested parties as many times as necessary.

Certified in Indiana and five other states, Sefton will pinpoint the financial savings, present the various payment options, provide a detailed, inclusive quote and review the excellent legal protection provided through Indiana consumer laws and Great Western Insurance. If a client pays his account in full when the plan is initially drawn up, that price is forever locked in.

In addition to the financial and legal aspects, pre-planning also provides personalization. No two funerals replicate, nor should they. Funeral rites should reflect how the individual wants to be remembered. Doting grandparent. Avid sports fan. Community volunteer. Church leader. Music enthusiast. Special awards. With pre-planning, a person can write the final chapter in his book of life his way, such as type of interment, visitation arrangements, minister selection, songs, pallbearers, military salutes, memorial donations and even receptions.

Laura Reagan

Accountant

Laura Reagan, the daughter of, Roger and Luann Nay. She was a 2012 graduate of Switzerland County High School and earned her Bachelor's Degree in accounting from Indiana State University in Terre Haute, Indiana. She married Joshua Reagan in 2016 and they have one son, Camden and a daughter, Madilyn. Laura is head of the accounting department.

Support Staff

The support staff is critical to the day-to-day operation of our facilities. Our support staff plays an important role in ensuring our high standard of service. We are proud of their dedication and commitment.

Donald Stout

Service Associate

Neila Jackson-Barron

Organist, Pianist & Service Associate

Mrs. Neila F. Jackson-Barron began her career with the Nay Brothers at Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home in May of 1991, She had previously played for some funerals for Howard Buchanan. This eventually turned into full time work. In 1995, Neila obtained her life insurance license and sold pre-arrangements for residents in both Switzerland and Jefferson Counties. Over the years, Neila has met and cherished the friendship of many people. After the death of her husband, Max in 2001, she went to part-time employment. She continues in that capacity, dedicated to serving the people whenever needed. Neila has been serving Switzerland County and the surrounding areas for 30 years at the Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home. Neila states, “It has been a joy to meet the citizens of Switzerland County. I have had the pleasure of watching Roger Nay’s daughters grow from babies to lovely young adults. I enjoy working with all the staff. I think the only reason they keep me around is because of my peanut butter pies!”

Carol Ann Sublett

Pianist & Organist

Ron Lee

Service Associate

Norman Romans

Retired Service Associate

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