OUR STAFF

Rob Predicce’s journey into funeral service began with a profound loss that shaped his career and life. In 1997, at the age of 20, Rob tragically lost his mother in a car accident. “She was my rock, my biggest supporter,” Rob recalls. The devastation led him to explore death care, and through an acquaintance, he met a retired funeral director who shared his experiences of compassion and service. Inspired by these conversations, Rob decided to change his career path to Mortuary Science.

Despite Nebraska’s lack of a mortuary school, Rob took pre-mortuary classes and researched schools out of state. His Aunt Wanda, a selfless woman, offered him the opportunity to live with her in Maryland while attending mortuary school. In 2002, Rob moved to Maryland, balancing work at Singleton Funeral Home, a second job transporting decedents, and full-time study. He graduated with honors in 2004 from the Community College of Baltimore County with a degree in Mortuary Science.

While working for Singleton Funeral Home, Rob met his wife, Ashley, during the passing of her grandfather. After exchanging numbers at the funeral, the couple quickly became inseparable. They married in 2008 and settled in Shrewsbury, PA, after the birth of their son, Preston. Rob commuted 84 miles daily to work for George P. Kalas Funeral Home, and after four years, he took a position at a closer funeral home in New Freedom, PA.

Rob's career took a significant turn when he learned of an opportunity to purchase Geiple Funeral Home in Glen Rock, PA. This historic funeral home had been family-owned since 1880, and Rob admired the dedication of Glenn Geiple, the fourth-generation owner, to serving his community. After years of negotiations and adapting to the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, Rob took ownership of Geiple Funeral Home on December 3, 2020, renaming it Geiple-Predicce Funeral and Cremation Services. Rob is honored to continue Glenn’s legacy of compassion and care, providing families with the utmost respect and dignity during their most difficult times.

Rob and Ashley have three children: Preston, Lawson, and Aria. The family is involved in various activities, from sports and music to competitive cheerleading, gymnastics, and dance. Rob credits Ashley’s parents, Mark and Carolyn Zick, for their unwavering support in helping balance family life and career.

Ashley Predicce, now a Nurse Manager for the Float Pool at Johns Hopkins, has been a dedicated healthcare professional since 2007. She has spent years working in the ICU and during the pandemic, she cared for critically ill patients in a COVID unit. At the height of the crisis, she not only provided essential medical care but also emotional support to families who couldn’t be present. Recently, Ashley earned her Master’s degree in Nursing Administration from Notre Dame of Maryland University.

The pandemic presented immense challenges for both Rob and Ashley. Rob reflects on the difficulty of seeing families unable to visit their loved ones in the hospital or attend funeral services. To adapt, Rob and his team found creative solutions, such as online document signing, virtual viewings, and FaceTime calls, offering families a way to experience closure during such unprecedented times.

Rob’s perspective on his work is clear: “While it can be difficult, I see it as a way to help those who can no longer care for themselves and offer comfort to families, knowing their loved ones are being treated with respect in both life and death.” He is deeply committed to continuing to provide compassionate care to families for generations to come.

R. Thomas (Tom) Payne is a compassionate funeral professional with a long history of providing care and comfort to families during their most difficult times. After graduating from the Community College of Baltimore County in 1999 and passing the National Board Exam in 2000, Tom spent many years working in Maryland before relocating to York, Pennsylvania, in 2022. He joined Geiple-Predicce Funeral Home later that year, where he continues to serve the community with dedication and empathy.

In October 2024, Tom married Corinne Nachajski, and together, they share their home with three beloved pets: two cats and one dog. Both are active members of St. Joseph Catholic Church in York, and Thomas is proud to be a member of the Knights of Columbus.

Tom enjoys the welcoming, small-town feel of Glen Rock and the surrounding areas. He is grateful to work with a team of caring professionals who are deeply rooted in the community and committed to supporting the families who place their trust in them.

Outside of work, Tom finds joy in gardening and travel, always seeking new ways to relax and enjoy life.

Being the fourth generation licensed funeral director in the Geiple Family, it is an honor for me to be associated with the Geiple-Predicce Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc. This association provides me the opportunity to continue something that I did for almost all of my life. I received my Pennsylvania Funeral Director's License in 1977. In early 1992, I purchased the business Geiple Funeral Home, Inc. from my father. I operated the business for 28 years. As I thought about my future and what I wanted to do, I decided to sell the business to Rob Predicce in 2020. I felt very comfortable selling my family's 140-year-old business to Rob, knowing that he would continue operating the business in similar ways that had become a tradition of the Geiple Family. I am very proud to be associated with the Geiple-Predicce organization and be able to continue to assist with the many families that we serve. 

Mark Zick, originally from Severna Park, MD, has been a valued member of the Geiple-Predicce team since January 2022. Known affectionately as "PeePaw" by his grandchildren, Mark retired in December 2022 but quickly decided he wasn’t ready for a quiet life of leisure. Instead, he joined his son-in-law Rob at the funeral home, where he was tasked with renovating and updating the facility. His efforts led to the creation of the Event Center, now a welcoming space for after-service luncheons. Mark enjoys taking on new projects and seeing them through from beginning to end, constantly finding fulfillment in the work.

Mark has been married to Carol (Micciche) Zick for 47 years, and together they have three daughters. In 1993, they moved to Shrewsbury, PA, to provide better opportunities for their family, and in 2019, they relocated to Red Lion.

Outside of his contributions to the funeral home, Mark enjoys attending his grandchildren’s activities and games. He also finds relaxation behind the wheel of his Corvette, a well-earned retirement gift after a 45-year career with US Foods.

Mark takes great pride in watching how the funeral home has evolved under Rob’s leadership. Seeing the positive impact it has on the community and the families they serve fills him with pride, and he is honored to be part of the Geiple-Predicce team, helping shape its future.

James (Jim) Merrick is a proud native of Glen Rock and enjoys being an active member of the community. Whether attending local baseball games, playing tennis, walking along the Rail Trail, or volunteering his time to help others, Jim feels a strong connection to the town he calls home. He and his wife, Ann, recently celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary and treasure the many memories they've made together in this close-knit community.

For Jim, working at Geiple-Predicce Funeral Home is more than just a profession—it's a calling. Caring for families during their most difficult times brings deep meaning and purpose to his life. Jim is grateful for the opportunity to offer comfort, compassion, and support to those in need. It is a true honor and privilege for him to serve families in their time of need, and he approaches this responsibility with the utmost dedication and care.

Nevin Greenplate is a longtime member of our dedicated staff at Geiple-Predicce Funeral Home. A lifelong resident of Glen Rock, Nevin and his wife, Sandy, have been married for 57 years and have raised two sons. After their marriage, Nevin was drafted into the U.S. Army, where he served as a Military Police officer in Okinawa for a year and a half.

Following his military service, Nevin spent 48 years as a machinist with Allis Chalmers, later known as PCC, before retiring. He then turned his focus to serving others, drawing on his long-standing involvement in his church and its mission outreach within the community.

When the opportunity to join the staff at Geiple-Predicce Funeral Home arose, Nevin saw it as a way to continue giving back to the community. He is proud to be part of a compassionate team that truly cares for those going through difficult times. He considers it an honor to assist families during such a personal and challenging moment, even if it means being there at 3 a.m.

Nevin is deeply committed to the values of compassion, respect, and service. He believes that one day, we all may need the services of a funeral home, and he hopes that others will experience the same heart and care that Geiple-Predicce Funeral Home provides.

David (Dave) Albright is a dedicated professional who, after a long and fulfilling career as a District Electrician for Central School, transitioned into the funeral service industry. While he retired from his previous role in 2023, Dave quickly found new purpose and fulfillment working alongside the caring staff at Geiple-Predicce Funeral Home. He values the lessons he's learned from his colleagues, who have shown him the importance of providing compassionate support to grieving families during their most difficult times. This has become a deeply rewarding aspect of his life.

Outside of his work at the funeral home, Dave is a committed farmer, raising Southdown and Hampshire sheep on his property. He is also a dedicated 4-H Shooting Sports Instructor, a role he has proudly held for the past 40 years. Watching young people grow and develop through the 4-H program has brought him great satisfaction, and he now has the privilege of teaching a second generation of 4-H members.

In his spare time, Dave enjoys hunting and spending time outdoors, further connecting with the natural world he cherishes. Through both his professional and personal pursuits, Dave finds great fulfillment in helping others and giving back to his community.