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Our Staff

Our staff is comprised of dedicated and licensed professionals with the experience to answer all your questions regarding our services. Please feel free to contact any of our staff members at any time.

Matt A. Blurton

Matt A. Blurton

Funeral Director/Owner

Matt was born and raised in Vandalia, Illinois. While he was in high school he assisted his dad-Gary in the Fayette County Coroners office. It was during that time he developed his passion for funeral service. He attended Vincennes University in Vincennes, Indiana, where he obtained his degree in Mortuary Science. Matt came to the Danville area following his graduation. In 2001, he married his high school sweetheart, Jennifer. They have three children-Marcus, Makayla and Madilyn. Matt's passion is helping people through one of their most difficult times. Matt is an avid Kansas City Chiefs and St. Louis Cardinals fan. He is also a member of St. Pauls Catholic Church in Danville and Hoopeston Chamber of Commerce.

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Sherry Blurton

Sherry Blurton

Wolfe-Blurton Funeral Chapel Office Manager

Sherry was born and raised in Vandalia IL. She worked for 20 years in the Fayette County Courthouse in the Circuit Clerks office. In 2007 she and her husband Gary moved to Danville IL to be closer to their son Matt and his family. Sherry works at Danville Polyclinic in the accounting department and helps out at the funeral homes in the office and visitations and services. Sherry is a member of the Women Making a Difference in Hoopeston. She enjoys being active in the community and is looking forward to meeting new faces in the community.


Rodger Wolfe

Rodger Wolfe

Funeral Director



Aaron Criblez

Aaron Criblez

Funeral Director Assistant

Aaron was born and raised in the Armstrong/Potomac area.  He graduated from Armstrong Township High School, in 1993.  Aaron has worked on the farm most of his life. He is a Master Mason, member of Olive Branch Lodge #38, Gao Grotto, 32nd Degree in the Valley of Danville Scottish Rite and also a Shriner.  He is also a member of the #10 Church of Christ and an ordained minister through Universal Life Church Ministries.  Aaron is an avid dirt track late model fan and enjoys watching any types of auto racing.  He is also an avid Pittsburgh Steelers and Chicago White Sox fan.  Aaron has a gift to make people smile and laugh and to see the bright side of things.    


Bruce Seidler

Bruce Seidler

Operations Manager/Funeral Directors Assistant

Bruce was born and raised in Danville. He graduated from Bismarck High School in 1969. Bruce worked for 31 years at the Danville Post Office as a mail carrier, until his retirement in 2006. He has been married to his wife Judy for 37 years. Bruce enjoys working in his yard, woodworking and remodeling things. He also enjoys traveling with his wife to Florida Keys. Bruce has worked with Matt since 2006.


Robert A. Alkire

Robert A. Alkire

Funeral Director

In Memory of
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