Our Team

Barth Cotner

Owner / Funeral Director

Barth Cotner is a lifetime resident of Reynoldsburg, Ohio and owns Cotner Funeral Home.  Cotner Funeral Home has been family owned for three generations.  Barth’s parents, Bill and Betty Cotner, believed in building a legacy of love and service within Reynoldsburg and surrounding communities. Barth graduated from the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science.  He is a licensed funeral director, crematory operator and embalmer.  Barth serves on the Reynoldsburg-Pickerington Rotary Club, the Reynoldsburg Area Chamber of Commerce, and is a city councilman in our community, Reynoldsburg.  Barth and his wife Julie have been married for over 25 years and they have 2 children: Lucie and Casey.  

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April Oates

Chief Operating Director

April Oates began serving with Cotner Funeral Home in 2007.  April received her Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Ohio University. Then went on to get her funeral director's license. This last year she graduated with her Master's in Educational Leadership from Ashland University.  April has three boys Jaxon, Christian, and Colton who are the light of her life. Her and her husband Frank love Reynoldsburg and being able to serve the community. April enjoys spending time with her family and is always finding fun ways to brighten anyone’s day.

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Don Supelak

Funeral Director

Don Supelak began his career in funeral service with a Bachelor’s Degree from the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science. Don is originally from Cleveland, OH, and moved to Columbus, OH, early in his career where he spent several years in the preplanning aspect of the industry. He has been serving Central Ohio families for all of their funeral needs for 29 plus years now.  Don joined the Cotner Funeral Home staff in December 2017.

Don has two daughters; Brittany and Katelyn. Brittany and her husband, Tyler, welcomed his first grandchild, Gabriella Ann in July, 2020 followed by his grandson, Carson Thomas in June, 2023. Katelyn and  Vince were married in October, 2021.

When Don is away from the funeral home, he enjoys riding his Trek bikes and training for Pelotonia, along with hockey, golfing, kayaking and spending time with his little buddy, Brody.

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Casey Leach

Office Manager

Casey Leach began serving at Cotner Funeral Home in autumn of 2022. Casey is originally from the Columbus area, but has called Reynoldsburg her home for much of her life.  Casey and her husband, Kevin, have been married since 24 years  They are the proud parents of 2 boys and 1 girl.  She stays active with her kids sporting events, school events and church events. Her fur baby, Shadow, is always keeping her on her toes, too! The Leach Family proudly opens their home to Young Life Youth Ministry once a week and honestly, to anyone that needs a friend.  Casey is often the voice you will hear whenever you call or walk into our home. She is sincerely compassionate and caring.  She truly loves serving and connecting to people in our community!

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Lisa Wood

Community Outreach Director

Lisa Wood began serving with Cotner Funeral Home in 2018.  Lisa received her Bachelor’s Degree from The Ohio State University.  She is a devoted member at East Side Grace Brethren Church. She is an active participant on both the Slate Ridge Elementary and Hannah Ashton Middle School Parent Teacher Organizations, serves on the JPAC for the Reynoldsburg Community Center YMCA and is a volunteer coach through Reynoldsburg Parks & Recreation.  Lisa resides in Reynoldsburg and enjoys connecting with the people in her community and spending time with her friends and family.  Her favorite events include Christmas on The Towne, the 3rd grade field trips visiting the Cotner Community Mural and Saturday Nights in Olde Reynoldsburg.  Lisa and her husband, Mark, were married in 2002 and have four children: Natalie, Abby, Ryan and Savannah.

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Linsey Canter

Apprentice Funeral Director

Lindsey began her career in funeral service after she obtained her Bachelor's degree, from the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Service. She resides in Columbus, OH. After experiencing the death of her father and her partner of 9 years suddenly, she felt the calling to serve others who are going through their own journey of grief. Lindsey is an avid runner and she also loves weightlifting. When she is not in the gym you can find her at home caring for her extensive collection of rare houseplants and playing with her rescue pup, Valley Boy.

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Kylie Dingess

Visiting Coordinator

Kylie Dingess is our visiting coordinator and began her service with Cotner Funeral Home in 2014.  Kylie grew up in Johnstown, Ohio and is the oldest of three children.  Kylie enjoys spending time with her family and friends.  She, also, enjoys reading and horseback riding. Kylie and her husband, Craig, welcomed their son Roman in September of 2023. Although his life was taken too soon that same month, he was the light of their lives. Kylie and Craig miss him dearly, and continue to hold his memory close to their hearts. Kylie continues to serve families in honor of Roman, and is honored to continue to be a part of the Cotner Family. 

Smriti Adhikari

Cultural Liason

Smriti began working with Cotner Funeral Home in 2019. She is a Reynoldsburg High School Graduate, as well as a Career Center Graduate. She studied criminal justice, and most recently was accepted into the police academy. Smriti's passion is connecting the Nepali community to resources and supports. She began connecting the Cotner Family with the Nepali community and continues to bring the gap between her community and the needs of their families. It has been her honor to serve with Cotner Funeral Home and with the Nepali Community.