History & Staff

We have close to 30 years of experience caring for families from all walks of life. Each family comes to us because they know we are leaders in our profession, dedicated to excellence in service, and have the highest integrity.

Our History

Our History

Located in the town of Cheney, Cheney Funeral Chapel was established in 1992 by Mike and Skip Rossey to offer families unique funeral services in one location. Built from the ground up, and independently owned and operated, Cheney Funeral Chapel is a family run business dedicated to providing the best service possible to our clients. With an on-site Crematory, Chapel, and  Reception Hall, all of our business is taken care of at one location, keeping the process simple for families.

Our Valued Staff

  • Mike  Rossey

    Mike Rossey Funeral Director

    Mike has been the original Owner and on-site Funeral Director of Cheney Funeral Chapel since it's opening day in 1992. He came to Cheney from Spokane, Washington, and built the funeral home from the ground up. Mike has been in the funeral business since 1988 previously serving families in Savannah, Georgia, and Portland, Oregon early in his career. Since 1992, he's enjoyed serving the Cheney community and surrounding areas including Spokane, and looks forward to many more years of service.

  • Jacob Rossey

    Jacob Rossey Funeral Director Intern

    Jake has been working at Cheney Funeral Chapel since 2015. A Cheney resident his entire life, Jake has grown up around the business and is excited to start his career at his family's locally owned and operated funeral home. Jake attended Eastern Washington University in Cheney, WA, and has been a Licensed Funeral Director since 2019.

  • Holly Rossey

    Holly Rossey Administrative Assistant

    Holly has been a part of the family business since 2004 with duties including clerical, funeral preparation, and social media marketing.