Meet Our Team

Ashley Silva-Mandujano se unió con este equipo en el año 2024 con aspiraciones de convertirse en una directora de funeraria con licencia. A ella siempre le ha gustado ayudar a la gente incluyendo a la comunidad Hispana y Latino America. Afuera del trabajo ella le gusta pasar el tiempo con su familia qué hacer una meta de visitar a su familia en México cada año.

Olivia Romero joined the City of Oaks team in July 2025 after receiving her funeral service license that Spring. She's passionate about growing alongside her colleagues and she finds purpose in supporting families as they navigate end of life arrangements. Outside of work, Olivia enjoys relaxing at home with her dogs and getting lost in a video game

A Durham NC native, Michael has always had dreams of being a funeral service licensee. Michael prides himself in his compassion and care while embracing families and loved ones through life’s most difficult moments of grief. He is moved by the quote "Darkness cannot drive out darkness, only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate, only love can do that" ~Rev Dr. Martin L King Jr. Michael is a licensed minister. He enjoys spending time with his family, riding horses, and football Sundays.

Alyssa has always wanted to help others, and funeral service fulfills that desire to help. She knows compassion and understanding go a very long way. Originally attending Appalachian State, she needed a change and is currently enrolled in the Funeral Service program at Fayetteville Tech. She is very excited to be a part of the team, and for new experiences at City of Oaks. In her free time, she enjoys going on walks, journaling, and spending time with her family and cats.

Amy Sharir joined the City of Oaks team in late 2025. She has been interested in and passionate about the field of funeral service for most of her life. Previously Amy provided care and compassion for families in the field of mortuary transport. While in that field, Amy was able to comfort hundreds of families in their time of grief by showing the utmost respect for both the decedent and their loved ones. Amy found this work very fulfilling and decided to dedicate herself to the field of funeral service joining, City of Oaks as a licensed crematory operator in tandem with pursuing her degree in funeral service.

Edward Kosmos wanted to simplify the difficult process of making funeral arrangements. With a solid 2.0 GPA, no prior experience and zero credentials in the death care industry Edward had to rely on his handsome smile, sparkling blue eyes and his charming personality. Edward’s unique “super hero” ability allows him to assist individuals through stressful and difficult moments by comforting them with sincerity and humor. This self proclaimed “World’s Okayest Funeral Director” is truly one of a kind.