CemSites Names David Berger President, Signaling Next Chapter of Growth

Funeral Industry News August 27, 2026
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CemSites Names David Berger President, Signaling Next Chapter of Growth

PERRYOPOLIS, PA —For RELEASE, August 31, 2026— CemSites, a Messenger Family Company and the pioneer behind cloud-based cemetery management software today announced that David Berger has been named President, following more than a year serving as Interim President. Berger will lead CemSites as the company continues its investment in technology, product innovation, and solutions designed to serve the evolving needs of the deathcare industry.

“David brings extensive experience in both deathcare and business leadership,” said Kevin Tkacz, CEO of The Messenger Company. “Over the past year, he has led CemSites through meaningful growth and investments in technology. We’re confident in his leadership and the direction CemSites is taking.”

Berger a Tulane University graduate who began his career at Deloitte in management consulting,  brings more than 30 years of executive and entrepreneurial experience, including more than a decade in deathcare. He co-founded and led We Fund Funerals before its acquisition by Express Funeral Funding (EFF), a Messenger company, in 2021. He subsequently served as Vice President of Business Development for EFF before joining CemSites.

While at CemSites, Berger has led initiatives focused on growth, operational excellence, AI adoption, product development and strategic technology investments.

“We’ve been investing in the foundation for what comes next,” said Berger. “Our vision is to build on the legacy of CemSites by brining powerful, adaptable technology that supports cemeteries, funeral homes, crematories and the broader deathcare ecosystem. We’re excited about where CemSites is headed, and this is just the beginning.”

About CemSites  

CemSites is the pioneer in cloud-based cemetery management software, helping cemeteries, funeral homes, and crematories streamline operations through integrated records management, digital mapping, inventory tracking, financial management, and reporting. Since 2012, CemSites has helped deathcare professionals modernize processes, improve efficiency, and better serve their communities.