Contessa grew up around Seattle, Washington. Her passion for helping families in their time of need lead her to emergency medicine. At this time, she was also pursuing her undergraduate degree in Environmental Science where she specialized in soil engineering. Her interest in Washington’s green burial laws and her love for serving her community brought her into the funeral industry. She graduated with her associate of Applied Science in Funeral Service Education from Lake Washington Technical Institute in March of 2023. At Newell-Hoerling’s Mortuary, Contessa can apply her knowledge gained through her fields of study to best educate and guide families as well as to care for the loved ones entrusted in her care.
When she is not working or studying, Tess enjoys painting, tending to her jungle of plants, and spending time with her family and friends.
