Interlake Cremation & Memorial Services was established in July 2017 with the mission to help families throughout Manitoba make informed decisions at a difficult time. Interlake Cremation is owned and operated by Rick Kotaska, a licensed funeral director and embalmer with over 32 years of experience.
Here at Interlake Cremation, our team takes pride in providing honest, transparent, and compassionate assistance at every stage in the funeral services planning process, ranging from immediate cremation to full traditional celebration of life services. Owning our own crematoriums makes us an alternative to the traditional funeral home by allowing us to offer services at a lower cost with confidence and peace of mind.
We would be pleased to meet with you for a free, no-pressure consultation to discuss how we can meet your needs so you can make informed decisions.
Our Staff
Rick Kotaska
Rick started his funeral career in Dauphin, Manitoba in 1988. He graduated from the Western School of Mortuary Sciences in 1991, becoming a licensed funeral director and embalmer. Rick enjoys meeting people and is inspired by the diversity each family brings. He believes in providing dignified and personalized service at an affordable price.
Rick is an eucharistic minister at his church and is also a 4th degree Knight of Columbus. He is married with 2 grown children. On his time off, he enjoys lake life with family and friends.
Barry Rebeck
Barry joined Interlake Cremation & Memorial Services when it opened in 2017 and has 21 years of experience in Funeral Services. He resides in Oakbank, MB. with his wife of 34 years and two sons.
Barry enjoys music, sports, hunting, and is extremely proud of his Ukrainian Heritage.
Funeral Services has been a passion of his for many, many years. “A funeral is a time of remembrance and ceremony and we must help our families to create a ceremony or celebration that affords them the opportunity to remember their loved one the way they want to.”
Kathy Penner
Kathy has enjoyed a long and rewarding career in funeral service over the last 35 years. She enjoys various athletic activities and is a member of the Softball Hall of Fame, in both the Province of Manitoba and Canada.
Kathy brings a vast knowledge of funeral service to our company.
Alane Cason
Born and raised in Selkirk, Alane’s career began after graduation from high school. Retiring in 2014, her places of employment include The Province of Manitoba, The City of Winnipeg, and the Lord Selkirk School Division. She is currently the President of the Notre Dame Church Catholic Women’s League.
She is now enjoying her time as Administrative Assistant with our company.