Our Staff

Blake M. Howe
Funeral Director, Embalmer and Event Planner
bhowe@funeraltrust.org


Blake is the manager of Walton's Funeral Homes in Reno and Sparks. He is a fourth generation funeral service professional, having literally grown up in the business and following in the footsteps of his Great-Grandfather, Grandfather and Father. Blake is a graduate of Aims College in Greeley, Colorado and the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science. He and his wife Rhonda moved from Colorado to Reno in 2000 and have one daughter, Reygan. In addition to being a Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer in the State of Nevada, Blake is a Nevada State Specialty Agent licensed in Life Insurance. By holding these licenses, Blake is able to assist families with any type of advanced planning arrangements, providing them with peace-of-mind for future needs. Blake is past president of Kiwanis, Jaycees and the Lions Club. He is currently active in the Reno Downtown Rotary Club, the Boys and Girls Club of Reno and other community organizations. He enjoys traveling and is an avid golfer.


Don Manni
Funeral Arranger / Event Planner
dmanni@funeraltrust.org

Don Manni, a licensed funeral director and embalmer, has been involved in funeral service for over 39 years. Don is the former owner of Manni Funeral Home of Portola, California, which is still in operation today. Don is a charter member of the Calpine Elks Lodge and the Sons of Italy of Sparks, Nevada. He enjoys fishing, bowling and gardening. He and Diane, his wife of over 40 years have two grown children and live in Sparks.