FALL 2022
BULLETIN
PUBLISHED QUARTERLY FOR MINNESOTA FUNERAL DIRECTORS ASSOCIATION MEMBERS
Darlyne Erickson Retires as MFDA Executive Director July 21, 2022 Darlyne Erickson has been the Executive Director for the Minnesota Funeral Directors Association for many years. Darlyne, and her company, Sapphyre Group, have led the MFDA into a healthy and productive association. On Tuesday, July 19, the MFDA board of directors accepted a letter of resignation from Darlyne. I thank Darlyne for her years of dedicated service to our association and to our profession. She stepped up during some difficult times and helped us in navigating to the position that we currently find ourselves, a thriving association. Darlyne, and Sapphyre Group, have gone above and beyond in ensuring that the MFDA does not miss a beat. The board of directors has appointed Miki Tufto as our Interim Executive Director. Many of you already know Miki from her years as our lead staff for communications and education programs. To ensure a smooth transition, Darlyne is remaining available to Sapphyre Group, as a resource for Miki and the MFDA. The board of directors will be creating a search committee to appoint a permanent executive director. Also feel free to call or email me with any questions on this process or our transition. Please join me in congratulating Darlyne on her retirement and in thanking her for her many years of service to our profession! Sincerely,
Brian Dingmann Minnesota Funeral Directors Association, President
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