STERLING, Va. (April 16, 2026) – The International Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Association (ICCFA) is proud to announce the 2026 recipients of its prestigious Century Club Awards, recognizing members whose long-term dedication has helped shape and strengthen the association and the deathcare profession.
The Century Club Awards honor individuals that have maintained continuous ICCFA membership for 25 and 50 years. This year’s honorees exemplify a deep and enduring commitment to excellence, service, and industry leadership.
The 2026 recipients are:
- Quarter Century Club Award (25 Years): Christine Toson, CCE – The Tribute Companies, Hartland, Wisconsin
- Half Century Club Award (50 Years): Bert Edquist – Mission Hills Memorial Gardens, Niles, Michigan
“These awards recognize not only longevity, but a sustained dedication to advancing the deathcare profession and supporting the ICCFA community,” said ICCFA Executive Director Nadira Baddeliyanage. “We are honored to celebrate Christine and Bert for their remarkable commitment and lasting influence.”
Individuals are eligible for induction into the Quarter or Half Century Club if they have maintained ICCFA membership for 25 or 50 years, respectively, along with continuous membership by their organization during that time.
Recipients will be honored during the Annual Board Report & Awards at the 2026 ICCFA Experience on April 30 in Fort Worth, Texas.
The ICCFA extends its sincere congratulations and gratitude to this year’s recipients for their decades of support and service.
For more information about ICCFA membership and awards, visit www.iccfa.com.
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Founded in 1887, the International Cemetery, Cremation, and Funeral Association is the only international trade association representing all segments of the cemetery, cremation, funeral, and memorialization profession. The association is comprised of more than 10,000 members in the cemetery, funeral home, and crematory industries, as well as supplier and related businesses worldwide.
