I was born in Madison and grew up primarily in Sun Prairie with my parents, four brothers and one sister, graduating from Sun Prairie High School in 1976. During my high school years, I enjoyed practically every sport. You could always find an excuse to be outdoors playing a pick-up game with your friends. I particularly enjoyed playing hockey, football and baseball in high school.

After high school, I stayed close to home attending the University of Wisconsin here in Madison. I earned my Bachelor of Business Administration Degree in Accounting in 1980 and received my CPA certification shortly thereafter.

I married Mary Cress in 1982 and together we have raised three wonderful children. I might add that all three have helped with the family business by handling regular chores like lawn mowing, planting flowers and computer data entry. You can say, it has been a family affair.

From 1981-1986 I enjoyed working as a CPA, primarily with Smith and Gesteland, CPA’s. In 1986, I joined Cress Funeral and Cremation Service as Vice President and Treasurer. Through my work at Cress, I have learned much more than I ever did in college.

I am a member of the Madison West Towne-Middleton Rotary Club, Blackhawk Church, and Zor Shrine as well as several other community based organizations. In my free time you will find me snow skiing, playing soccer, enjoying a good book or any activity that involves my family.

It is a privilege and honor to be part of the Cress family. Both Bob and Bill Cress are men filled with integrity and the desire to help serve each family with compassion during their time of loss. I have been blessed with the gifts of encouragement, service, love and compassion. My hope is that we will be an encouragement to each and every family that we serve with the opportunity to touch their lives with love and compassion.