Our Staff

Our Staff

Our staff is comprised of dedicated and licensed professionals with the experience to answer all your questions regarding our services. Please feel free to contact any of our staff members at any time.

Grant Preston
Grant Preston
General Manager/Funeral Director
Grant Preston
General Manager/Funeral Director

Grant has been involved in the funeral industry since 1991, when he joined his parents after they purchased a funeral home in Mountainair and Moriarty, NM. What began as a temporary role quickly turned into a lifelong calling, and this October marks 34 years of service.


In 1994, Grant pursued his passion for funeral service at The Dallas Institute of Funeral Services. After earning his degree, he returned to his family's funeral home, where he has remained committed to supporting families with care and compassion.



Madison Brewer-Windhorst
Madison Brewer-Windhorst
Funeral Director
Madison Brewer-Windhorst
Funeral Director

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 Vernon
Kody Vernon
Funeral Service Intern
Kody Vernon
Funeral Service Intern

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.