Thomas J. Paquette Jr.
Manager and Funeral Director
Licensed as a Funeral Director and Embalmer in both Massachusetts and Rhode Island, Tom is a 2004 graduate of FINE Mortuary College and a 1997 graduate of Cumberland High School in Cumberland, Rhode Island.
Before joining Dyer-Lake in 2023, Tom had served families for almost twenty years in Rhode Island, most recently as the Managing Partner for a busy Providence funeral home.
Tom has an innate and genuine passion for people with a unique penchant for putting people at ease, especially during their times of need and vulnerability. He truly listens to others, which enables him to provide personalized guidance and direction to the families he is privileged to serve. Tom takes great pride in his ability to translate the needs of others into meaningful funeral experiences. He has a strong desire and an ability to comfort people during their time of sorrow, compassionately assisting them throughout the bereavement proves with an unrivaled level of professionalism.
A well-respected funeral director, Tom previously served as a member of the Rhode Island Funeral Directors Board of Governors and the Board of Directors of the Woodlawn-North Purchase Cemeteries Association, as well as Treasurer of the DaVinci Center for Community Progress in Providence, Rhode Island.
He and his wife Sarah-Anne Paquette, a certified public accountant, reside in North Attleboro with their two children: Kendal and Camden, both students at St. Mary’s Sacred Heart School. He is an active member of the community and in his time away from Dyer-Lake, he enjoys volunteering and participating in a host of activities, including coaching several of his children’s sports teams. As a young man, Tom had the privilege of having been a Golden Gloves and Junior Olympic Champion.
Thomas J. Paquette Jr.
Manager and Funeral Director
Licensed as a Funeral Director and Embalmer in both Massachusetts and Rhode Island, Tom is a 2004 graduate of FINE Mortuary College and a 1997 graduate of Cumberland High School in Cumberland, Rhode Island.
Before joining Dyer-Lake in 2023, Tom had served families for almost twenty years in Rhode Island, most recently as the Managing Partner for a busy Providence funeral home.
Tom has an innate and genuine passion for people with a unique penchant for putting people at ease, especially during their times of need and vulnerability. He truly listens to others, which enables him to provide personalized guidance and direction to the families he is privileged to serve. Tom takes great pride in his ability to translate the needs of others into meaningful funeral experiences. He has a strong desire and an ability to comfort people during their time of sorrow, compassionately assisting them throughout the bereavement proves with an unrivaled level of professionalism.
A well-respected funeral director, Tom previously served as a member of the Rhode Island Funeral Directors Board of Governors and the Board of Directors of the Woodlawn-North Purchase Cemeteries Association, as well as Treasurer of the DaVinci Center for Community Progress in Providence, Rhode Island.
He and his wife Sarah-Anne Paquette, a certified public accountant, reside in North Attleboro with their two children: Kendal and Camden, both students at St. Mary’s Sacred Heart School. He is an active member of the community and in his time away from Dyer-Lake, he enjoys volunteering and participating in a host of activities, including coaching several of his children’s sports teams. As a young man, Tom had the privilege of having been a Golden Gloves and Junior Olympic Champion.
Timothy R. Nay
Funeral Director
Timothy Nay has been involved in funeral service for more than 40 years. Born in Peterborough, New Hampshire, he was raised and educated in the Monadnock Region of New Hampshire, where he was a graduate of the Contoocoock Regional High School.
He started in funeral service at the age of 16 at the Holt Funeral Homes in Henniker and Hillsboro, NH, and the Jellison Funeral Home in Peterborough, NH. In 1984, Timothy enrolled in the New England Institute of Applied Arts and Sciences in Boston, MA, where he earned an associate degree in funeral service and graduated magna cum laude in 1986. He then attended Northeastern University and the former Bryant College, now Bryant University.
His earlier career was not in the funeral industry, but rather in the field of financial services. Timothy worked in a variety of capacities spanning 12 years at Fidelity Investments in Boston where he was a licensed stockbroker, and as an insurance agent and district sales coordinator for AFLAC.
A licensed funeral director in both Massachusetts and Rhode Island, Timothy has long been actively involved in the community, participating in a number of civic, social, and fraternal organizations, having served on a number of boards of directors over the years. His proudest civic contribution is in the formation of “The Ella Project” honoring his late grandmother which aids and feeds the homeless.
Timothy has a love for travel, having sailed the Amazon, scaled to the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro alone, and participated in several African safaris; unquestionably, though, his greatest satisfaction is having assisted thousands of families over the years during their time of grief
Timothy R. Nay
Funeral Director
Timothy Nay has been involved in funeral service for more than 40 years. Born in Peterborough, New Hampshire, he was raised and educated in the Monadnock Region of New Hampshire, where he was a graduate of the Contoocoock Regional High School.
He started in funeral service at the age of 16 at the Holt Funeral Homes in Henniker and Hillsboro, NH, and the Jellison Funeral Home in Peterborough, NH. In 1984, Timothy enrolled in the New England Institute of Applied Arts and Sciences in Boston, MA, where he earned an associate degree in funeral service and graduated magna cum laude in 1986. He then attended Northeastern University and the former Bryant College, now Bryant University.
His earlier career was not in the funeral industry, but rather in the field of financial services. Timothy worked in a variety of capacities spanning 12 years at Fidelity Investments in Boston where he was a licensed stockbroker, and as an insurance agent and district sales coordinator for AFLAC.
A licensed funeral director in both Massachusetts and Rhode Island, Timothy has long been actively involved in the community, participating in a number of civic, social, and fraternal organizations, having served on a number of boards of directors over the years. His proudest civic contribution is in the formation of “The Ella Project” honoring his late grandmother which aids and feeds the homeless.
Timothy has a love for travel, having sailed the Amazon, scaled to the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro alone, and participated in several African safaris; unquestionably, though, his greatest satisfaction is having assisted thousands of families over the years during their time of grief
Jenna Craveiro
Funeral Director
Jenna joined our staff in 2026 and brings a warm-hearted, empathetic spirit to every family she serves. She began her career in the funeral industry at just 19 years old, demonstrating an early dedication to compassionate care and service. Jenna has experience working in both high- and medium-call-volume funeral homes, allowing her to adapt to a wide range of situations with professionalism and care.
She graduated from Fine Mortuary College in 2022 and became a licensed funeral director shortly thereafter. Upon graduation, Jenna was awarded the Restorative Art Degree, recognizing her skill and dedication to the profession.
Jenna resides in Cranston, Rhode Island, with her boyfriend, Andrew, and their Australian Shepherd, Frankie. When she is not working, she can often be found at home enjoying a cozy night on the couch, with Frankie on her lap, watching her favorite shows. She also enjoys traveling to warm destinations and being able to relax on the beach.
Jenna Craveiro
Funeral Director
Jenna joined our staff in 2026 and brings a warm-hearted, empathetic spirit to every family she serves. She began her career in the funeral industry at just 19 years old, demonstrating an early dedication to compassionate care and service. Jenna has experience working in both high- and medium-call-volume funeral homes, allowing her to adapt to a wide range of situations with professionalism and care.
She graduated from Fine Mortuary College in 2022 and became a licensed funeral director shortly thereafter. Upon graduation, Jenna was awarded the Restorative Art Degree, recognizing her skill and dedication to the profession.
Jenna resides in Cranston, Rhode Island, with her boyfriend, Andrew, and their Australian Shepherd, Frankie. When she is not working, she can often be found at home enjoying a cozy night on the couch, with Frankie on her lap, watching her favorite shows. She also enjoys traveling to warm destinations and being able to relax on the beach.
Shannon McArthur
Advanced Planning
Shannon is from Coventry, RI and graduated from Bay View Academy in Riverside, RI in 2013. As part of her Bay View experience, she was able to find her love for funeral service with the School to Career Program. With this program, she was able to intern at a local funeral home she met during a field trip with her Death and Dying class. This gave her the opportunity to truly discover what it takes to be a funeral director and embalmer beyond what society sees.
Once she graduated, she continued her education by earning an associate’s degree in Funeral Service from Mount Ida College in 2015, a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Johnson and Wales University in 2017, and her MBA in Supply Chain Management from Bryant University in 2019. While continuing with her higher education, she worked full time as an apprentice and then a funeral director. She is a licensed embalmer, funeral director and life insurance agent in MA and RI who specializes in prearranging funeral services. Shannon joined our team in 2025. She currently resides in Cranston, RI and when not working, she enjoys playing softball and spending time with her family, friends, dog Daisy and cats Binx and Blue.
Shannon McArthur
Advanced Planning
Shannon is from Coventry, RI and graduated from Bay View Academy in Riverside, RI in 2013. As part of her Bay View experience, she was able to find her love for funeral service with the School to Career Program. With this program, she was able to intern at a local funeral home she met during a field trip with her Death and Dying class. This gave her the opportunity to truly discover what it takes to be a funeral director and embalmer beyond what society sees.
Once she graduated, she continued her education by earning an associate’s degree in Funeral Service from Mount Ida College in 2015, a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Johnson and Wales University in 2017, and her MBA in Supply Chain Management from Bryant University in 2019. While continuing with her higher education, she worked full time as an apprentice and then a funeral director. She is a licensed embalmer, funeral director and life insurance agent in MA and RI who specializes in prearranging funeral services. Shannon joined our team in 2025. She currently resides in Cranston, RI and when not working, she enjoys playing softball and spending time with her family, friends, dog Daisy and cats Binx and Blue.
Susan J. Farquharson
Business Office/ Funeral Attendant
Sue is a longtime resident of Norton, MA, where she lives with her husband Bob, Sue is the proud parent of her daughter, Marissa. Sue's dedication to her family and her deep-rooted connection to Norton makes her an integral part of the community.
Sue's Journey started off as a Customer Service Representative at Canton Cooperative Bank for 17 years. She provided excellent service to all who came her way. As a customer service representative, Sue was known for her patience and kindness. She always went above and beyond to make sure that every customer was satisfied with their experience.
After taking some time off to raise her daughter, Sue made the decision to join the business office of Dyer-Lake, where she has dedicated the past 25. Sue's role at Dyer-Lake goes above and beyond just greeting guests and ensuring they feel welcomed. She is a point person for all of the families' documents, ensuring that they are recorded correctly and kept in order.
Sue's journey is an inspiration to us all. She has shown that no matter where life takes you, there is always an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others. Her ability to adapt and thrive in different roles is a true testament to her character. Sue is a shining example of what it means to be a caring and compassionate individual, and we are lucky to have her here at Dyer-Lake.
Susan J. Farquharson
Business Office/ Funeral Attendant
Sue is a longtime resident of Norton, MA, where she lives with her husband Bob, Sue is the proud parent of her daughter, Marissa. Sue's dedication to her family and her deep-rooted connection to Norton makes her an integral part of the community.
Sue's Journey started off as a Customer Service Representative at Canton Cooperative Bank for 17 years. She provided excellent service to all who came her way. As a customer service representative, Sue was known for her patience and kindness. She always went above and beyond to make sure that every customer was satisfied with their experience.
After taking some time off to raise her daughter, Sue made the decision to join the business office of Dyer-Lake, where she has dedicated the past 25. Sue's role at Dyer-Lake goes above and beyond just greeting guests and ensuring they feel welcomed. She is a point person for all of the families' documents, ensuring that they are recorded correctly and kept in order.
Sue's journey is an inspiration to us all. She has shown that no matter where life takes you, there is always an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others. Her ability to adapt and thrive in different roles is a true testament to her character. Sue is a shining example of what it means to be a caring and compassionate individual, and we are lucky to have her here at Dyer-Lake.
Natalie Tetreault
Administrative Assistant
Natalie is proud to serve Dyer-Lake Funeral Home, where she has the privilege of supporting families during some of life's most difficult moments. Before joining the Dyer-Lake team, she worked in autism education services, where she discovered the importance of compassion, patience, and building meaningful connections with others.
For Natalie, working at Dyer-Lake is especially meaningful. When her mother passed away in 2017, her family experienced firsthand the kindness, professionalism, and genuine care provided by the Dyer-Lake staff. That experience left a lasting impression, and she is honored to now be part of the team that helped her family navigate such a difficult time. Though much of her work takes place behind the scenes, she takes pride in helping the team provide comfort and guidance to those they serve.
Natalie lives in Raynham with her boyfriend, Alex, and their cat, Goose. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with loved ones, exploring nature on peaceful walks, and expressing her creativity through a variety of art projects. She believes that even the smallest acts of kindness can make a meaningful difference, and she strives to bring that spirit into her work each day.
Natalie Tetreault
Administrative Assistant
Natalie is proud to serve Dyer-Lake Funeral Home, where she has the privilege of supporting families during some of life's most difficult moments. Before joining the Dyer-Lake team, she worked in autism education services, where she discovered the importance of compassion, patience, and building meaningful connections with others.
For Natalie, working at Dyer-Lake is especially meaningful. When her mother passed away in 2017, her family experienced firsthand the kindness, professionalism, and genuine care provided by the Dyer-Lake staff. That experience left a lasting impression, and she is honored to now be part of the team that helped her family navigate such a difficult time. Though much of her work takes place behind the scenes, she takes pride in helping the team provide comfort and guidance to those they serve.
Natalie lives in Raynham with her boyfriend, Alex, and their cat, Goose. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with loved ones, exploring nature on peaceful walks, and expressing her creativity through a variety of art projects. She believes that even the smallest acts of kindness can make a meaningful difference, and she strives to bring that spirit into her work each day.
