Meet Our Helpful Staff

The staff of Hugeback-Johnson Funeral Home & Crematory is committed to providing support, compassion, and clear direction to families across Northeast Iowa. Our licensed funeral directors are Drew Johnson, Andy Hugeback, Anthony Hable, and Gary Olson, supported by a caring team of funeral assistants, office staff, and facilities staff. Many of our team members serve alongside their own families, reflecting the firm’s family-owned roots since 1923. A member of our staff is available 24 hours a day at (641) 394-4334 to help you, whatever you need.
Drew, Maggie, Micah, Melvin and Hazel Johnson : Funeral Director

Drew, Maggie, Micah, Melvin and Hazel Johnson

Funeral Director

Andy, Hayley, Mila, Brooks, and Hudson Hugeback : Funeral Director

Andy, Hayley, Mila, Brooks, and Hudson Hugeback

Funeral Director

Anthony, Natalie and Finn Hable : Funeral Director

Anthony, Natalie and Finn Hable

Funeral Director

Gary and Jeanne Olson : Funeral Director

Gary and Jeanne Olson

Funeral Director

Sharon and Steve Samec : Office Assistant

Sharon and Steve Samec

Office Assistant

Donna Karnik : Office Assistant

Donna Karnik

Office Assistant

Connie Njus : Funeral Assistant

Connie Njus

Funeral Assistant

Don and Bernadette Dixon : Facilities Supervisor

Don and Bernadette Dixon

Facilities Supervisor

JoAnn and Duane Wurzer : Funeral Assistant

JoAnn and Duane Wurzer

Funeral Assistant

John and Leslie Cuvelier : Funeral Assistant

John and Leslie Cuvelier

Funeral Assistant

Keith and Lori Johnson : Funeral Assistant

Keith and Lori Johnson

Funeral Assistant

Bob and Kathy Beckman : Funeral Assistant

Bob and Kathy Beckman

Funeral Assistant

Charlie and Twila Dietz : Funeral Assistant

Charlie and Twila Dietz

Funeral Assistant

Daryl and Diane Dietzenbach : Funeral Assistant

Daryl and Diane Dietzenbach

Funeral Assistant

Loren and Donna Dietzenbach : Funeral Assistant

Loren and Donna Dietzenbach

Funeral Assistant

Milton “Chub” Freese : Funeral Assistant

Milton “Chub” Freese

Funeral Assistant

Our Funeral Directors

Our licensed funeral directors guide families through every decision with care and experience. Drew Johnson and Andy Hugeback represent the families who own and lead the firm today, Anthony Hable serves families across our locations, and Gary Olson carries the heritage of the Olson Chapel in Nashua.

Our Support Team

Behind every service is a dedicated team. Our office assistants, Sharon Samec and Donna Karnik, help with arrangements and paperwork; our funeral assistants, Connie Njus, JoAnn Wurzer, John Cuvelier, Keith Johnson, and Bob Beckman, support families during visitations and services; and Don Dixon, our facilities supervisor, keeps every location ready to welcome your family.

Who are the funeral directors at Hugeback-Johnson?

The licensed funeral directors at Hugeback-Johnson Funeral Home & Crematory are Drew Johnson, Andy Hugeback, Anthony Hable, and Gary Olson. They are supported by a full team of assistants and office staff. Call (641) 394-4334 to speak with a director.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the funeral directors at Hugeback-Johnson?

The licensed funeral directors are Drew Johnson, Andy Hugeback, Anthony Hable, and Gary Olson, supported by a team of funeral assistants, office assistants, and a facilities supervisor.
Yes. Our funeral directors are licensed in the state of Iowa. Call (641) 394-4334 and we will be glad to share each director’s credentials.
Yes. You are welcome to request a specific director when you call (641) 394-4334 or request an appointment, and we will do our best to accommodate you.
Hugeback-Johnson is owned and led by the Hugeback family and Drew Johnson, continuing a heritage that includes the Chenoweth family and Gary Olson.

We Are Here to Help

Call (641) 394-4334 any time, learn why families choose us, or request an appointment with the director of your choice.