Staff
Scott McAulay New Options Funeral Service is family owned and operated by Angus and Peggy McAulay and their oldest son Scott and his wife Linda. Angus, better known as “Gus,” is a third generation Funeral Director following in the footsteps of his grandfather and father. Founded upon forty five years of experience Gus created New Options to give families the highest quality of service while ensuring affordable prices.
As a wife of a funeral director and as a professional singer, Peggy has participated in funeral services most of her adult life. She has been involved with New Options since its inception over 10 years ago during which time she also became a licensed funeral director.
Scott knew by the time he was in the third grade he wanted to become a funeral director following in the family tradition. He has 25 years of experience and joined New Options nine years ago. Linda serves as the anchor in the office to support families and the rest of the New Options staff. Scott and his wife Linda have six children of whom several are interested in becoming a part of the funeral business.
We feel privileged as a family to work together and help other families in their time of need.
Scott McAulay
Linda McAulay
Angus McAulay
Scott McAulay
Owner and founder, Scott has been in the funeral business for over 35 years. His compassion for families and knowledge of the industry has given him the skills he needs to carry on the family legacy. He serves as a funeral director, embalmer, and the running of the company day to day.
Linda McAulay
Scott’s wife and partner, works in the office managing much of the behind the scenes work, meeting with families, and running much of the day to day business.
Angus McAulay
Scott’s father and co-founder, Angus, continues to consult with the business and help when needed. His passion for changing the way families were treated during their time of grief is what led to the founding of the business.
Peggy McAulay
Erin Santangelo-McAulay
Jasmen Mendoza-McAulay
Peggy McAulay
Scott’s mothers, Angus’ wife, and business co-founder, Peggy wears many hats in the business. A fully licensed funeral director, she has been supporting the business in a variety of ways since its inception. Her caring and sincere heart have touched many lives over the years.
Erin Santangelo-McAulay
Scott’s daughter, is being trained to take over the business when Scott is ready to retire. She works with families and behind the scenes on marketing and technology.
Jasmen Mendoza-McAulay
Scott’s and Linda’s daughter in law, Jasmen works behind the scenes helping with the paperwork and back office tasks that keep the company running smoothly. She is also our recommended florist as she does exceptional work for all our clients.