Runyon, a graduate of Ivy Tech Mortuary School, served her apprenticeship with Geisen Funeral Homes. Once she takes the exam, and she has completed all the requirements, she will be the first female licensed director in Burns-Kish history.

Family-owned Burns-Kish Funeral Homes Inc. and Cremation Services is in their 99th year of service to the community. The fully trained staff at Burns-Kish, including the third and fourth generation of the family, is available to meet the community’s needs 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. Pre-Need customers may contact Alice Kyle at 924-8959. Burns-Kish has been serving all faiths since 1908.

For additional information, contact Tom Burns at (219) 836-5000 or (219) 932-0260.