Gabriel Casaus is the General Manager for Mt.Taylor, bringing more than 25 years of experience in the funeral service profession.
A graduate of San Antonio College with a degree in Mortuary Science, Gabriel has built a career spanning publicly traded companies, private funeral groups, and independent family-owned funeral homes.
Licensed as a Funeral Director in New Mexico and Arizona, and previously in Texas, Gabriel has held progressive leadership roles, including Regional Manager, providing strategic and operational oversight. He is a Past President of the New Mexico Funeral
Service Association and has been actively involved in organizations such as Kiwanis
and Sandoval County 4H Amigos.
Born in Albuquerque and raised in Bernalillo, New Mexico—where he still
resides—Gabriel is a third-generation cattle rancher who loves spending time on the weekends managing his family’s ranch. Outside of work, he loves traveling and visiting his daughter and son-in-law, Jonauh and Ian White, in Texas.
Madison Windhorst joined Mt. Taylor Funeral Home in March 2023, beginning her journey as an Office Administrator. It wasn’t long before she felt a strong calling to pre-need planning, where she discovered the profound impact of helping families find comfort and peace through preparation. This passion inspired her to pursue and successfully earn her license as a Funeral Director.
With roots in a large, close-knit family, Madison brings a deep personal understanding of grief and the importance of compassionate support. She has had the privilege of serving more than 200 families, offering guidance, empathy, and care from the first phone call to the final farewell.
Madison’s dedication to the families she serves is matched by her sincere commitment to making every experience thoughtful and meaningful.
Kody is a lifelong resident of Cibola County. He attended Grants High School and later served proudly as correctional officer for Cibola County Correctional Center and Cibola County Detention Center and Northwest New Mexico Correctional facility. after serving as a corrections officer kody then found a love for serving his community in their time of need. Kody is a devoted family man and loves to serve his community. He is passionate about providing families with the highest level of care and support during the funeral home process. He believes in creating meaningful experiences, celebrating life and honoring those who have gone before us. He is deeply committed to providing quality, compassionate services to all families. In addition to his work at the funeral home, Kody also volunteers his time in the community, helping those in need and giving back to the community in any way he can. He is truly dedicated to the families and friends he serves.Kody plans to serve the Cibola County community for the rest of his life, providing quality and compassionate services with respect and dignity. He is committed to creating meaningful experiences and honoring those who have gone before us. He is proud to be part of the Mt. Taylor Funeral and Cremations and will continue to give his best to those he serves.
Amanda brings deep compassion and a strong sense of purpose to every family she serves. She lives in Bluewater, New Mexico with her husband Jesse and their four children.
In March 2024, Amanda became a licensed Life Insurance Agent in both New Mexico and Texas. She is currently pursuing her Associate Degree in Business Management while attending Mortuary School demonstrating her commitment to growth and service in funeral care.
Amanda transitioned into her current role in November 2024 and she oversees obituary writing, amongst other administrative responsibilities and helps guide families through each step with compassion. She is a licensed in the State of New Mexico as a Direct Funeral Service Intern in Embalming. Her long-term goal is to become a licensed Funeral Service Practitioner.
Outside of work, she loves spending time with her family—whether it’s camping, going to the movies, or traveling across the country. She’s also a passionate advocate for those fighting Classic Hodgkin's Lymphoma and for supporting our troops who suffer from PTSD.