Licensed Funeral Director & Owner
Read MoreAdam R. Walker
Licensed Funeral Director & Owner
Together with his wife, Adam has been honored to serve the Greater Portland community since purchasing Conroy-Tully Walker in 2014 Adam has worked in the funeral profession since 2002, graduating from Worsham College of Mortuary Science in 2008. He has a genuine desire to serve each family with the highest consistent level of service excellence that Conroy-Tully Walker is known for.
Adam recognizes that families only have one chance to say goodbye, and one chance to do it right. As such, he has sought out to build the Conroy-Tully Walker Team with some of the best funeral professionals in the state. The confidence he has in his team allows every staff member the decision making flexibility to do anything it takes to serve our families well.
Adam recognizes the importance of active and positive community involvement. As such, he is on the board of the Maine Funeral Directors Association, a member of the Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce, the Knights of Columbus Council 101 and will be inducted into the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre. In addition, he is a former board member of Hospice of Southern Maine and The Center for Grieving Children. He and his family are communicants of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and they proudly support several community events, programs and organizations.
Outside of his service to our community, Adam is a family man. Whether it's boating, hiking or walking the beach, or watching the Patriots, he enjoys spending all of his free time with his wife, Caitlin, their daughter, Eleanor, and their beloved pooch, Newbie.
Community Outreach & Certified Life Celebrant
Read MoreCaitlin M. Walker
Community Outreach & Certified Life Celebrant
Caitlin (MacDonald) Walker entered Funeral Service in 2015 after spending the past several years as a Special Education teacher with a focus in Behavioral Disabilities For Cait, the transition from teaching to Funeral Service has been easy. She’s been able to apply the strengths that she has as a teacher into helping families and creating personalized services through special touches and details. Making sure that each service is personalized and meaningful to the family is of the utmost importance. It is a true honor for Cait to not only help families during the services, but also well after the services have ended.
While Caitlin wears several hats at our Funeral Home, one of the roles she enjoys the most is assisting families with planning a uniquely personalized Celebration of Life. Caitlin has received specialized training to officiate services that are truly unique to the life lived. For those who wish to have a Celebration of Life ceremony, Caitlin works closely with our families to learn about the individual and incorporates special music, stories and memories to create a one of a kind service of remembrance.
In addition to her role as a Certified Life Celebrant, Cait oversees all planning of our community events. She is responsible for the coordination of our Annual Outdoor Memorial Day Mass, Candlelight Service of Remembrance, First Responder Appreciation Cookout, Annual School Supplies Drive and several other community outreach programs.
She is actively involved with The Center for Grieving Children and the Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce.
When she is not serving our community, Caitlin enjoys spending time with her huge family, close circle of friends, and especially her husband Adam, their daughter, Eleanor and the slobbery family pooch, Newbie.
Managing Funeral Director
Read MoreAlissa M. Dodds
Managing Funeral Director
Alissa joined our professional staff in July of 2015. Since then, she has earned a reputation for providing excellent care to the families who call upon us.
She graduated from Mount Ida College having attained her degree in Funeral Home Management.Alissa is a great asset to our firm and serves families with compassionate care in their time of need. She has a very comforting demeanor and always strives to serve families as if they were her own.
A native of Rye, New Hampshire, she currently resides in South Portland. In her spare time she enjoys running, reading and spending time with family and friends.
Licensed Funeral Director
Read MoreDavid Kahl
Licensed Funeral Director
David joined our professional staff in June of 2021 after serving families in Central Maine for the past 27 years. He has proven himself to be an excellent funeral director who always puts the families' best interests first.
He started his career in funeral service in 1985 and served families in the suburban Washington D.C. area before moving to Maine in 1994. He grew up in a small town in western Maryland and chose funeral service after realizing it was a career that involved helping people at a difficult time and felt it was very much in line with his small-town upbringing.
David spent time in his younger years as a volunteer EMT and firefighter and has ridden his bicycle in numerous charitable events including the Trek Across Maine. He is a Past President of the Rotary Club of Augusta and participated in many community projects as a member of the club. David enjoys camping with his wife, Carol, DIY projects, spending time with his family and riding his bicycle for both fun and exercise.
Licensed Funeral Director and Care Center Coordinator
Read MoreMelody Rose
Licensed Funeral Director and Care Center Coordinator
Melody Rose joined the Conroy-Tully Walker team in 2023, bringing with her a wealth of experience and a passion for providing compassionate care. Mel attended Goodwin University in East Hartford, CT, where she earned her degree in Funeral Service in 2019.
Before joining us, Mel spent four impactful years as a Funeral Director in Ellsworth. Her dedication to her craft and keen eye for detail have been instrumental in helping families through their most challenging times.
Though not originally from Maine, Mel has seamlessly transitioned to life in Portland and has embraced the city's unique charm. She enjoys exploring new places and has family spread across the United States, often traveling to spend time in Chicago, North Carolina, Texas, and New York.
At home, Mel is accompanied by her two beloved cats, Boba Pearl and Midnight Milkyway, and her loyal dog, Lola. Her commitment to her work and her warm, caring nature make her a valuable member of our team at Conroy-Tully Walker.
Director of Advanced Planning | Funeral Director | Community Liaison
Read MoreJulie Ann Johnson
Director of Advanced Planning | Funeral Director | Community Liaison
Julie Ann Johnson is the newest member of our professional staff, serving our families as our Director of Advanced Planning and Community Liaison. Julie Ann is a Licensed Funeral Director, a Certified Life Celebrant and a Certified End of Life Doula. She has been an active Funeral Director in the City of Portland for over 30 years, offering families unparrelled compassionate support and guidance.
Her vast experience in this profession will provide those we serve with the highest levels of exceptional care. Julie Ann's knowledge will allow families to have the confidence that they are well prepared in the form of a pre-arranged funeral or cremation. Julie Ann will also use her experience to support the families of the Greater Portland area as our Community Liaison and Aftercare Coordinator. Her role will bring her compassionate expertise to the community through education, events and local outreach.
Julie Ann has always been active in our community. She volunteers at The Center for Grieving Children. In addition, she is a member of The Italian Heritage Center, The Irish Heritage Center and The Cumberland Club. She is also a member of the Junior League of Portland. Recognizing the importance of giving back, Julie Ann is a Past-President of the Maine Funeral Directors Association.
She has a great love for the Maine outdoors. In her spare time you can find her fishing, hunting, skiing and enjoying our great state!
Julie Ann and her husband, Jeff Rose, split their time between Portland and Greenville.
Office Manager
Read MoreAnn Hayward
Office Manager
Ann joined the Conroy-Tully Walker team in 2019 and we couldn't be happier to have her apart of our funeral home family! Ann oversees and coordinates all the administrative activities for our team which includes organizing meetings, managing paperwork and communicating effectively with staff, vendors and families.
Ann always strives to ensure our client families are well served and cared for. Many times, families only communicate through our funeral directors. However, it's Ann who carries out tasks to ensure our families receive the service they deserve. Ann supports each of our directors to make sure all requests, big and small, are carried out. Simply put, she is the backbone of our organization, and we are grateful to have her.
Prior to joining our team Ann worked as an Accountant for a non-profit serving veterans and their families. Ann has held various positions with the State of Maine, including working as an Associate Clerk in the Washington County Superior Court for over twenty-six years. It was in that role that she was awarded the Judicial Branch Service Award for 2006.
Ann lives in South Portland and has two grown daughters and is “Nonnie” to three amazing grandchildren.
Office Staff
Read MoreJulie Hansen
Office Staff
Julie has played a vital role in our business for 15 years and is considered by our staff to be vital to our organization. Julie goes above and beyond on a daily basis to help keep our company well organized. Julie works diligently to ensure our accounting and other aspects of our funeral home administration is complete.
We are blessed to have such a wonderful and organized professional helping us care for the families we serve.
Julie lives in South Portland. In her spare time,she can be found cooking or baking for her family and friends, gardening, crocheting or caring for her beloved grandchildren.
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