About the Galbreaith - Pickard Funeral Chapel

Meet Our Staff:

James R. Plowman, President / Manager
James R. Plowman has been a licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer for over 30 years. James is a native of Weatherford and has been active in the community all of his life. He is dedicated to the needs of bereaved families and specializes in personalization of funeral services to meet the needs of each individual family. A member of the Oak Ridge Church of Christ James serves as a worship leader leads the praise team and occasionally sings Bass or Tenor. James is an avid woodworker, who designs some of the cremation urns and keepsake urns that can be purchased at the funeral home. He is married has two daughters and three grandchildren. He has numerous hobbies including serious amateur photography, and computers. A favorite quote would be, if asked to facilitate a task not already scheduled, “I’ll get to it in my spare time between midnight and 2:00 am.”

Norma Plowman, Office Manager / Owner / Account Manager
Norma Plowman, a graduate of Weatherford High School and Weatherford College has been a bookkeeper most of her life. Her family moved to the Greenwood Community when she was a child and she has lived in Weatherford most of her life. Norma has been a part of the Galbreaith Pickard family almost from the beginning. She was married to the “Love of Her Life” J.V. Plowman for over 50 years, with whom she co owned the funeral home. Norma became the sole owner at the death of her husband. She is a member of South Main Church of Christ. Norma has 3 children, 7 grandchildren, and 5 great grandchildren.

Cathy Plowman, Executive Secretary / Insurance Specialist
Cathy Plowman was born in Dallas, Texas. She has worked for the firm for 25 years as a Secretary, Funeral Assistant, and Insurance Specialist. She is married with two adult children, and three grand children. Cathy has always put an emphasis on ministering to the needs of others, and she feel God has blessed her with an occupation that is a ministry.

Melody Turner, Funeral Director / Prearrangement Counselor
Melody Turner was born in Weatherford and has lived here all her life. She had an interest in the funeral business as early as high school, was a Medical Assistant prior to attending Dallas Institute of Funeral Service. She is a member of North Side Baptist Church and Parker County Executive Association. Melody is married and has three children. She is dedicated to serving families with care and compassion.

Mark Worthy, Funeral Director
Mark Worthy became interested in funeral service after graduating from Okmulgee High School in Oklahoma. He moved to Texas, attended the Dallas Institute of Funeral Service, and settled in Tarrant County where he has provided over 20 years of funeral service to families in the area. Mark enjoys auto racing, hunting, and other outdoor activities.