Our History
As a passionate pet lover and dedicated business owner, my team and I started our journey in the pet cremation industry with a heartfelt mission: to ensure every pet receives the respect and dignity they deserve in their final moments. We believe that pets are not just animals; they are cherished family members who bring immense joy and comfort into our lives.
Through extensive research and personal experience, my team and I discovered the distressing reality of mass pet cremations happening far too frequently. This revelation sparked our commitment to establish a pet cremation service that prioritizes individual attention and care for each beloved companion. At our crematorium, we promise that every pet is cremated individually—100% of the time—and families receive only their pet's cremated remains returned to them.
Understanding the important role that local connection plays during such a sensitive time, my team and I also realized that many pets are sent out of state without families even knowing. This deeply concerned us, which is why my family-owned crematorium proudly serves the Eastern Shore community. Here, your furry friend will remain close to home, ensuring that they never leave the nurturing environment they know and love.
Our commitment is to provide comfort and peace of mind for families during one of the toughest moments of their lives. My team and I strive to honor the bond between pets and their families, and we are dedicated to ensuring that every farewell is as compassionate and respectful as possible. Together, we can celebrate the love and memories that our pets leave behind.
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Audrey Helfenbein Pet Professional
Audrey joined the FHN team as a full-time member in 2023, bringing her passion for compassionate care and a deep understanding of the bond between pets and their families. Since then, she has become a licensed funeral director and taken the lead in developing our cherished pet program, Shore Pet Cremation.With her own home filled with love and the joy that pets bring, Audrey has a profound appreciation for the role animals play in our lives. This personal experience has fueled her commitment to helping families navigate the difficult journey of pet loss. She knows firsthand how much our furry friends mean to us and how vital it is to honor their memory with dignity and respect.Through her leadership in Shore Pet Cremation, Audrey has created a program dedicated to providing compassionate and individualized care for pets at the end of their lives. She understands the healing process that comes with honoring a pet’s legacy and is devoted to supporting families during their time of grief. Audrey’s goal is to ensure that every pet receives a respectful farewell, helping families find comfort in their memories while celebrating the love they shared.
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Morgan Rameika Pet Professional
Morgan Rameika, a proud native of Kent County, brings her deep love for animals and people to every aspect of her life and career. With a strong background in veterinary medicine, Morgan has always had a passion for helping others, both human and animal alike. As a child, she dreamed of owning a large horse farm that would provide services to veterans and individuals with disabilities—a testament to her lifelong commitment to care and compassion.An animal lover to her core, Morgan shares her home with a lively menagerie of cats, dogs, horses, and even chickens. Despite her busy life, she cherishes quiet moments spent at home with her husband and their two young children, embracing the joys of the outdoors and family togetherness.In her role, Morgan finds immense fulfillment in helping families navigate their most challenging times. With a kind heart, steady guidance, and genuine compassion, she provides support and comfort when it’s needed most. Morgan’s dedication and love for her work shine through, making her an invaluable part of her community.
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Cade Helfenbein Pet Professional
Cade is a third generation Helfenbein to be working in his family business. Cade grew up thinking he would like to be a professional hockey player in the NHL, but settled for an energetic path in his father’s and grandfather’s footsteps. He looks forward to the day that he turns 28, as believes that will be the peak of life – old enough to have some experience and will look old enough to be respected. His favorite part of working at the funeral home is making people happy, most recently by imparting his ability webcast a wide assortment of services, whether it’s an indoor event or an outdoor graveside service. Cade is caring, respectful, and honest which are qualities that not only his coworkers appreciate but also the client families with which he interacts. Sunsets are Cade’s favorite time of day – even better if he’s relaxing on a boat. Of everywhere Cade has traveled, the Bahamas has to be his favorite. He looks forward to life ahead and all of the cool places the world has to explore.
