ABOUT US

Garrett is the President, licensed funeral director, supervisor and licensed insurance representative at Anderson Family Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Inc. Garrett was born on the base hospital in Okinawa, Japan as his dad was a Sergeant in the Marine Corps. He spent most of his childhood in Manheim, Lancaster County, PA before his father took a job in western Pennsylvania. He is a 2006 graduate of Purchase Line Junior-Senior High School, Indiana County, PA. He went on to attend Westminster College, located in New Wilmington, PA for two years before transferring to Thiel College, Greenville, PA. He graduated in 2010 majoring in Biology, with minor concentrations in Medical Biology and Business Administration. After graduating from Thiel College, Garrett continued his education at the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science (PIMS) with intentions of becoming a Funeral Director. After graduating from PIMS, he completed his internship by working for a funeral home in Altoona. Afterwards, Garrett worked in both Altoona and the Johnstown area as a licensed Funeral Director.

He purchased the former Charles M. Kennedy Funeral Home, Cresson in January of 2018 and changed the name to Kennedy-Anderson Funeral Home & Cremation Services, then renamed it late in 2019 to Anderson Family Funeral Home & Cremation Services. Garrett then purchased the former Robert D. Heath Funeral Home, Mount Union in July of 2019 and changed the name to Heath-Anderson Funeral Home & Cremation Services, thus forming Anderson Family Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, Inc. Garrett has over 14 years of experience to date in funeral service, and vows to serve the families of this area with the dignity and compassion that they deserve. He serves as the supervisor of the Cresson location.

Garrett married Madison Kendera in June of 2012. Together, they have a son, Colt; three daughters, Davanee, Autumn & Jordyn; and a Weimaraner, Modi. When he isn’t at the funeral homes, he enjoys spending time with his family, being outdoors, hunting, watching his favorite sports teams or working with his favorite charity, Operation Toy Soldier.

Garrett is a member of the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA), Pennsylvania Funeral Directors Association (PFDA), Cresson Lions Club, Eastern Cambria County Chamber of Commerce, and the Son's of the American Legion Cresson Post 238, where he serves as the Vice Commander. He’s also a Board Director of Rose Hill Cemetery, Altoona and assists the Blair County Coroner’s Office as a Deputy Coroner.

Heath joined the Anderson Family Funeral Homes team at the end of 2019. Born and raised in Central Pennsylvania, he is a 2008 graduated from Mount Union Area High School. After high school he attended Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania where he received his bachelor's degree in Political Science in 2012. After a calling into funeral service, he attended the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science completing his degree in 2022. Heath is married to Paige R. (Lancaster) Himes. Together they have a son, Henry and have a Welsh Corgi named Winston. When Heath isn’t serving families he enjoys golf, fishing, playing guitar and spending time with family and friends. He serves as the supervisor for our Mount Union location and is a member of the National Funeral Directors Association, a certified Crematory Operator with the Cremation Association of North America, F&AM Lodge #688, Mount Union Borough Councilman, and Board Director of Monroe Valley Cemetery.

Carl attended Penn State University prior to attending the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science and has been serving area families as a licensed funeral director for 25 years. He resides with his wife, Margi and youngest son, Chandler in Altoona. He is also the proud father of five other children: Kate, Claire, Nicole, Chris, and Brandon; and grandfather of Ryan and Michaela. Carl enjoys spending time with family, friends, hunting, and fishing. He is a certified crematory operator, funeral pre-planning professional, and is committed to serving families with the utmost dignity and compassion during their time of need and beyond.

Jayme joined the Anderson Family Funeral Homes team in a full-time capacity May of 2022. Jayme’s family is from the Franklin, Fulton, and Southern Huntingdon County areas. Jayme is the son of Jeffery and Pastor Julia Piper. He graduated from Penns Valley Area High School in 2005. After high school he attended Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania in the Social Work Department. Jayme and his wife Hannah currently reside in the Mapleton Depot area along with there 2 dogs: Great Dane, Taya and Beagle mix, Remi. When Jayme isn’t serving at our funeral homes he enjoys fishing, hunting, going to the races, and spending time with family and friends. He has enjoyed over the years of being in Mount Union as well as other areas volunteering with youth groups and multiple other volunteer organizations. He is currently attending the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science to obtain his degree in funeral service.

Mary joined the Anderson Family Funeral Homes team in August of 2022. She was raised in Cresson and is the daughter of James and Marie. Mary has two brothers, Robert and Travis; and two cats, Binx and Winnie. She graduated from Penn Cambria High School in 2010. After high school she attended Mount Aloysius College, where she received her bachelor’s degree in Nursing in 2014. Mary worked for the Hollidaysburg Veterans Home and Primary Health Network. Ever since she was young, Mary had a calling for funeral service and is currently attending the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science to complete her degree. Mary enjoys walking, working out, baking, and spending time with her family and friends.

Rob joined the Anderson Family Funeral Homes team in 2023. He was a member of the Jones Funeral Home since 2004 until the funeral home was acquired by Garrett Anderson. Rob was raised in Alum Bank and the son of Robert Gohn Sr. and Lillian V. Kiser. He was raised by his grandmother, Virgie Gohn in his younger years. Rob married Todd Hiquet on May 6, 2017 and they currently reside in Altoona with their three dogs, Great Dan, Quest; Terrier Mix, Janet and Chrissy; and their cat, Jack. He has two daughters, Shayna Gohn and Emily Drobnoek; 8 grandchildren, Alex, Miley, Madison, Hanna, Isaiah, Noah, Mackenzie, Emma and Ryla; three brothers, Roger, Michael & Christian; and three sisters, Christine, Meredith and Tammy. Rob graduated from Hollidaysburg High School in 1989. He is a member of the Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, Hollidaysburg. Rob enjoys the outdoor life, camping, hunting and spending time at his Koi Pond. Most importantly, he appreciates helping anyone that needs it when time allows.