Trained and Experienced Professionals to Direct and Manage Every Family’s Needs. Once you request the services of Smith-Lund-Mills Funeral Chapel, we will immediately put our experienced funeral professionals to work for you. A single, dedicated individual will stay in contact with you every step of the way and guide you through the decision-making process. He or she will carefully explain your options, make recommendations at your request, take care of all the small details, and ensure that you and your family’s personal touch is always present.
Marc was born and raised in Cottage Grove, OR. As the child of the local funeral director owner/operator he grew up living next door to the funeral chapel. Marc has been in and around funeral service his whole life.
After graduating high school in 1988, marc served in the U.S. Army Reserve, attaining the rank of Sergeant by the end of his commitment. In 1993, he received his Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Linfield College in McMinnville, Oregon.
In 1995, Marc received his Associate Degree in Mortuary Science from Mt. Hood Community College in Gresham, Oregon. Marc returned to Cottage Grove to work in the family business with his father in 1995. Purchasing Smith-Lund-Mills Funeral Chapel & Crematorium and Fir Grove Cemetery.
Marc is currently serving as Board Chairman for the National Funeral Trust Service. He is Past President of the Oregon Funeral Directors Association, Past Board Chairman of South Lane County Fire & Rescue, and has served on the Policy Board of the National Funeral Directors Association.
He lives in Eugene with his wife, Christina, and their two boys. Marc enjoys many hobbies and interest; including snow skiing, snowboarding, golf and sailing.
Marc is a caring and thoughtful person, who serves every family with compassion and professionalism.
Christina is the Co-Owner, with her husband Marc Lund, of Smith Lund Mills Funeral Chapel and Fir Grove Cemetery in Cottage Grove. Christina graduated from Linfield College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science and Business Administration. Christina joined Smith Lund Mills Funeral Chapel in 2001. She is active in the administrative and marketing details of the firm.
Christina has served on many local and regional boards such as South Lane Wheels, Linfield College Alumni Board and Junior League of Eugene. Serving as the board chair of CASA of Lane County, she rounded out more than 14 years advocating for children. Christina is active in a variety of civic groups including Cottage Grove Rotary, the Bohemia Park Project and the Cottage Grove Vision 2037. In recent years, Christina has spent much of her time on local community projects to enhance the livability of Cottage Grove.
She and Marc are the proud parents of two boys. With her family, Christina is an avid skier, golfer and amateur chef.
Doug Lund was born in Dawson, Minnesota, and attended public schools in Dallas, Oregon. He is a graduate of the San Francisco College of Mortuary Science. After completing an internship in Salem, Doug worked in Salem and Portland before moving to Cottage Grove in 1965. He purchased the former Smith Mortuary and later purchased the Mills Mortuary, combining the businesses as Smith-Lund-Mills Funeral Chapel. Over the years, Doug has been active in community service. He is currently serving on the Board of Directors of the Cottage Grove Community Hospital Foundation. He is Past President of the Cottage Grove Hospital Board, a lifelong member of the Cottage Grove Lions Club and active in his church. Doug and his wife, Jeryl, have two children, four grandchildren and one great grandson. He likes traveling, downhill skiing, sailing and visiting the Oregon Coast. Doug retired in 2004 after more than 40 years in funeral service. He and his wife sold the Chapel to their son Marc that same year.
Jennifer was born in California. Her family later moved to Yoncalla, Oregon where she grew up on a cattle and sheep ranch. Jennifer graduated from Yoncalla High School in 1990. In 1996 she received her Certified Nursing Assistance state certification. Jennifer continued her education attended Umpqua Community College where she received her certification in Phlebotomy and a few years later her certification as a Certified Medication Aid. She worked in nursing from 1996-2010. Jennifer then enrolled at Lane Community College for her Associates in Human Services. In 2014 she joined the Smith-Lund-Mills team, and currently serves as a Funeral Director.
As a former softball player she has coached her daughter in both Little Fir League and Little League. Jennifer loves the Oregon outdoors and enjoys kayaking, hiking, fishing, camping, and spending time with family. She is a proud grandma of four special kiddos. She is very passionate about rescuing small dogs, and finding them forever homes. Jennifer works hard to make her community a better place to live.
David is a 5th generation Oregonian whose family moved here via the Oregon Trail in 1846 and 1853. Graduate of Cottage Grove Union High School, Lane Community College and the University of Oregon with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Personnel and Industrial Management. Retired from Lane County after 23 years serving as Director of Elections and Sign Shop Supervisor. Retired Lieutenant Commander with 30 years’ service, active and reserve, in the U.S. Naval Reserve. He is a life member of the local Masonic Lodge. David is married. He and his wife Joy have two children and five grandchildren.
Terry is an Oregon native who grew up in southern Oregon. He graduated from high school in Grants Pass, then began a career working in the lumber and plywood industry for many years. He is also experienced as a heavy equipment operator. Terry eventually moved to Eugene and has been with Sunset Hills since 2010. He is responsible for the cemetery grounds, facility maintenance and burial services. Terry enjoys hunting, fishing, the outdoors, yard sales and spending time with his five sons and his grandchildren.
Paul was born in Southern California in 1979. He is a talented musician who plays more than 15 instruments. After graduating from high school, he and his band were signed to a major record label and toured the United States and Canada for 5 years. Paul’s career and experience has been in the construction industry. He was the co-owner of a concrete and specialty coating business in Portland for 15 years before moving to Douglas County. Paul and his wife Alicia have a son and enjoy spending time with their family, homesteading, raising livestock, gardening and farming. Paul joined the Fir Grove Cemetery staff in the fall of 2018. He is responsible for the the cemetery grounds, burial services and facility maintenance. Paul’s other hobbies include music, mechanics, building and remodeling and serving as a crew chief for a rally racing team.