Death Over Tea

DEATH OVER TEA

EVERY THIRD THURSDAY | 7:00-8:30 PM

Stand-alone workshop discussion for adults 18+. No special experience required. 

COST: Free

AGES: 18+

DATES: 2/27, 3/19, 4/16, 5/21, 6/18, 7/16, 8/20, 9/17, 10/15, 11/19, 12/17

JULY SPEAKERS:

Rob Goff, CFSP

Rob Goff, CFSP, has dedicated his career to advancing funeral service, preneed planning, and consumer education throughout the Pacific Northwest. His journey in the profession began at just 16 years old when he started working in a funeral home, developing a lifelong passion for serving families and strengthening the funeral profession.

Throughout his career, Rob has held numerous leadership positions, including serving as Executive Director of the Washington State Funeral Directors Association (WSFDA), where he championed professional development, legislative advocacy, and member engagement. He is also the creator and host of the widely recognized Member Talks! podcast, providing funeral service professionals with industry insights, education, and conversations with leading voices from across the profession.

Rob is the founder and owner of Dignified Assurance Planning, a company focused on helping funeral homes grow their preneed programs while educating consumers about the value of advance funeral planning. A passionate advocate for preneed, he has helped countless families achieve peace of mind through thoughtful planning and funding solutions.

Known as an industry leader in emerging disposition options, Rob has become a respected voice in the promotion and education of aquamation (alkaline hydrolysis). He works closely with funeral professionals, consumers, and industry partners to increase awareness of environmentally conscious end-of-life options while ensuring families have access to informed and meaningful choices.

Today, Rob serves as Northwest Regional Director of Preneed for the United Heritage Life Insurance Company, where he partners with funeral homes throughout the region to strengthen preneed programs, increase consumer engagement, and expand access to innovative planning solutions.

Combining decades of funeral service experience with a passion for education, innovation, and family service, Rob continues to be a trusted advocate for preneed planning, aquamation, and the future of funeral service.

Website: https://www.englishfuneralchapel.com/services/aquamation

Amanda Todd

Amanda is an Idaho native, born and raised in rural Idaho. She began her professional career in banking before being recruited by the Ada County Sheriff's Office. She served in law enforcement for over eleven years while earning her Bachelor of Arts from Boise State University. During this time, she was first introduced to the death care industry. Including living in a funeral home.

Following her time in law enforcement, Amanda became a licensed real estate agent, a role she still holds today. Her diverse background later led her to become a Family Service Advisor and Cemeterian for a local funeral home, guiding families through the preplanning of final arrangements, supported during the funeral and beyond. Building on years of experience, she is now a founder and owner of Goodnight Moon Aquamation.

Tim Senterfitt

Originally from San Diego, Tim relocated his family to the Treasure Valley in 2020. After serving multiple tours as a US Army infantryman in Afghanistan and Iraq, he transitioned into the death care industry. He gained extensive experience as a removal technician and in deceased preparation before managing several large-scale crematories in the San Diego area.

After moving to Idaho, Tim began working as a funeral director and mortician. In 2025, he and his coworker and friend, Amanda, founded Goodnight Moon Aquamation to provide high-quality pet aftercare and introduce the aquamation process to the region. Tim is also a lifelong artist and graphic designer who utilizes his creative talents to memorialize beloved pets.

Website: https://goodnightmoonaquamation.com

PARTICIPANTS WILL LEARN:  

• Death over Tea is a safe space to talk about death and dying. Organic conversations that allow people to begin to feel more comfortable with talking about death among one another, that in turn, can assist someone to navigate those difficult conversations with their loved ones. 

TAKEAWAYS:  

• Participants will leave with a sense of community and support, knowing that they are not alone and perhaps with a little less fear around death. Helping to talk about this seemingly difficult conversation can help people to feel empowered and inspired. Speakers may provide handouts or digitals resources. 

MATERIALS TO BRING:

• Curiosity and an open mind & heart 

INSTRUCTOR: Christine Soza