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David Sansom, Managing Director
David Sansom began his career at Oak Ridge Memorial Park as a Family Service Counselor in 2005. Having found his calling in service to others as a cemeterian, he went on to manage a group of cemeteries in SC, GA, TN, and AL before being asked if he would return to Oak Ridge Memorial Park as its Director of Family Services in 2009 as part of a long-range succession plan—a position which he held until being named Managing Director in 2022.
David’s passion is for the families we serve and making their experience as comforting and accessible as it can be at such a time of grief and need.
David is a graduate of Oak Ridge High School and was a student of the Recording Industry program at MTSU. He and his wife Crystal have four children. In his spare time, David enjoys keeping a saltwater fish tank and reading non-fiction. Contact David.
Crystal Sansom, Records Administrator
Crystal Sansom joined Oak Ridge Memorial Park in 2021 as the Financial Administrator after having a successful career in business management. In 2023, she transitioned to the position of Records Administrator.
Crystal holds a Bachelor of Arts in Visual Art, a Bachelor of Arts in English, as well as a Master’s of English, all conferred from Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, NC. She also holds a Master’s of Fine Arts degree in Fiction Writing from New England College in Henniker, NH.
In addition to her position at Oak Ridge Memorial Park, she is an English educator and teaches at the University of Tennessee.
In her spare time, Crystal is always holding a book and a pencil. Her favorite book is Brave New World by Aldous Huxley. She is a reader and a writer and loves to bring her knowledge of communication and writing to her position at ORMP to serve our families. Crystal lives in Knoxville with her husband David, four children, three cats, and Wicket, the office comfort dog. Contact Crystal.
Lorri Stallo, Financial Administrator
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Lorri Stallo joined Oak Ridge Memorial Park in 2023 as the Financial Administrator. She comes to ORMP after a successful career in Television Production as a Video Editor, primarily.
She holds a Bachelor of Sciences degree in Mass Communication from East Tennessee State University and is currently studying for an Associates in Financial Services from Roane State Community College.
Lorri lives locally in Oak Ridge and joined Oak Ridge Memorial Park to be more apart of the city of Oak Ridge and her own community. She enjoys the welcoming and helping atmosphere at ORMP and the mission of the park and how we strive to conduct ourselves and be of service to those in need.
In her free time, Lorri enjoys visiting cemeteries and honoring those who she hopes to never forget. She also enjoys listening to podcasts, gardening, playing with her dogs, and hanging out with her husband. Contact Lorri.
Rev. Vernon Sansom, Director of Operations
Rev. Vernon Sansom is the Director of Operations here at Oak Ridge Memorial Park. He joined the team in 2020 as a Family Service Counselor after retiring from 40 years of service in Pastoral Ministry. Vernon was promoted to Director of Operations at ORMP in 2022.
Vernon holds a Bachelor of Arts in Religion from Bethel University and a Master of Divinity from Memphis Theological Seminary.
Before his career at Oak Ridge Memorial Park, Vernon entered full-time ministry in 1980 and was ordained in 1987. He has previously pastored First Cumberland Presbyterian Church of Oak Ridge, Tennessee, as well as churches in Ovilla, Texas, Ft. Worth, Texas, Bolivar Tennessee and served on staff in Longview, Texas.
Rev. Sansom served as the Stated Clerk of Red River Presbytery for 10 years and the Engrossing Clerk of The General Assembly of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church for 9 years.
Vernon served as a Chaplain for the Oak Ridge Police Department and earned Basic Certification through the International Conference of Police Chaplains. He currently serves as the Chaplain for TN III Chapter of the Blue Knights, International.
Vernon’s wife, Tina, is a Registered Nurse. They have three grown children and nine grandchildren. Contact Vernon.
Anastasia Dodson, Family Service Counselor
Anastasia became a Family Service Counselor at Oak Ridge Memorial Park in 2015 after working in the funeral industry for three years. This gives Anastasia over a decade of experience in the industry.
She graduated from the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in New York City with a degree in Theater and Film.
After having experienced many losses in her immediate family at a young age, she learned the importance of pre-planning and this translates into her passion for her position. She strives to help other families avoid the experiences that she endured.
Anastasia likes hiking, camping, and the outdoors. Contact Anastasia.
Jessica Harp, Family Service Counselor
Jessica Harp joined Oak Ridge Memorial Park in February of 2023 as a Family Service Counselor after having a successful career in customer service. Jessica is a local, born and raised in Knoxville and has lived in Karns for over eight years. She was a student of the Visual Arts Education program at Pellissippi Community College.
Jessica has always been a people person and loves to help others. Her passion for servicing her community led her to ORMP and she enjoys being able to guide others through difficult experiences.
In her spare time, Jessica loves to go camping, hiking, and fishing. Contact Jessica.
Cody Speers
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Cody Speers joined Oak Ridge Memorial Park in August of 2023 as a Family Service Counselor after leaving the culinary field. Cody is a local, born and raised in Knoxville, and still lives in the area.
Cody joined ORMP looking for more fulfillment in his life by helping the community and facilitating relationships between families in need and the services we offer. In his spare time, Cody enjoys cinematography, learning new things, enjoying a good video game, and eating the best food. Contact Cody.
Little Man, Comfort Dog
Little Man is one of the office comfort dogs that provide love and support for our visiting families in their time of need. He loves rotisserie chicken, long naps, and visiting the grounds crew.
Wicket, Comfort Dog
Wicket is one of the office comfort dogs that provide love and support for our visiting families in their time of need. She loves treats, stealing Little Man’s toys, and long walks through the cemetery. She is named after the famous Ewok, Wicket, from the Star Wars franchise.
