Todd Lumbard, President/Funeral Service Professional

Email: tlumbard@speersfuneralchapel.com
Toll Free Phone: 1-888-614-8016
Office Phone: 306-522-3232
Fax: 306-757-8016

An inspirational leader and respected professional, Todd Lumbard provides ongoing direction and guidance to the professional team at Speers.

Todd grew up in his family’s funeral business, Brockie Donovan Funeral Home in Brandon, MB., and learned his work ethic, attention to detail and honesty and integrity in business from his father, Jack.  However, Todd’s passion and talent for hockey led him to a goaltending career with the Notre Dame Hounds, Brandon Wheat Kings and Regina Pats, before being drafted by the New York Islanders. When Todd’s hockey career came to an end, he graduated with honours as a Funeral Service Professional.

In 2004, Todd saw Speers as a perfect fit for his belief in providing high-quality, locally-owned funeral service to a community.  He was able to purchase Speers and Regina became home for he and his young family.

In 2006, Todd was elected to the highly-respected position of president of Selected Independent Funeral Homes -- an international association representing 1500 exclusively chosen members from around the world.

Todd, his wife Kerry, and three children, Drew, Brock and Luke, are active members of the Regina community. Todd is involved in several boards and committees such as the Wascana Country Club, the Canadian Club of Regina, Regina  Eastview Rotary Club and the Funeral and Cremation  Services Council of Saskatchewan.  Todd loves to golf and spends much of his spare time being involved with his children’s activities.

By building on the values and history of Speers, Todd’s vision of providing exceptional locally-owned funeral services continues to ensure Speers’ service is second to none.

Todd can be reached by email at tlumbard@speersfuneralchapel.com or by calling Speers at 306-522-3232. 


Jeff Christiansen, Vice President of Operations

Email: jchristiansen@speersfuneralchapel.com

Toll Free Phone: 1-888-614-8016
Office Phone: 306-522-3232
Fax: 306-757-8016

While he has not always lived here, Jeff has always called Regina home. Jeff's passion for caring for people is evident the moment you meet him.  His genuine kindness and compassion make him a natural fit for the funeral profession.  Jeff joined us at Speers in February of 2012.  As Vice President of Operations, his days are spent leading our team, providing hands on assistance to our client families and being active in the community.

Jeff was born in Regina and attended Luther College High School. While at Luther he applied himself to his studies and dedicated himself to basketball. He was a member of the LIT Champion Luther Lions (the first Luther team to win the tournament since its inception in 1953).  Following his graduation from high school, Jeff attended Luther College, University of Regina where he continued his passion for basketball and education. In recognition of his dedication (and talent) he received the President's Award for most outstanding student athlete in 1990.  Jeff continued his studies at Lutheran Theological Seminary in Saskatoon where he received his Masters of Theological Studies.

Professionally, Jeff has held a variety of leadership positions in the not-for-profit and government sectors.  Most recently, he made significant contributions to his community through his role as Executive Director of Regina Palliative Care, Inc.   While at RPCI, Jeff was instrumental in the growth and development of the Greystone Bereavement Centre.

Locally, Jeff is a member of the Rotary Club Regina South, the Canadian Club of Regina, he sits on the Board of Regents at Luther College High School, the Board of Directors of the Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association and is incoming President of the Saskatchewan Hospice Palliative Care Association. 

Jeff is married to Kyla and they enjoy exercise and travel. Jeff can be reached at jchristiansen@speersfuneralchapel.com or by calling 306-522-3232. 


Lorne Puffalt, Director of Operations/Funeral Service Professional

Email: lpuffalt@speersfuneralchapel.com
Toll Free Phone: 1-888-614-8016
Office Phone: 306-522-3232
Fax: 306-757-8016

Lorne’s compassion, ability to listen, and attention to detail allow him to attend to the diverse needs of grieving families, and to be a leader among the Speers staff.

Born and raised on the family farm near Kipling, SK, Lorne gained a work ethic that has served him well in his career. After finishing high school in 1977, he moved to Regina and joined Speers Funeral Chapel. Lorne quickly took on greater responsibilities arranging and directing funerals, and in 1989, graduated as a licensed Funeral Service Professional.  In 2008, Lorne became the Director of Operations at Speers, and continues to lead the team of funeral professionals in delivering the high level of service that has become a Speers trademark.

Lorne sits on the Legislative Committee for the Funeral and Cremation Services Council of Saskatchewan as well as the City of Regina Cemeteries Advisory Committee.  He is also a member of the Advisory Committee for the SIAST Funeral Services Program.

He and his wife, Marie, have two young daughters, Shanelle and Rebecca. As a family, they enjoy travelling, gardening and a weekend away in their motor home.  Lorne also enjoys various real estate ventures and relaxing with family and friends.

Lorne feels privileged to have been able to serve so many people in their time of loss, and he is committed to continually raising the bar of service excellence in funeral service.

Lorne can be reached by email at lpuffalt@speersfuneralchapel.com or by calling Speers at 306-522-3232.