OUR STAFF

Carl Lambert, CFSP, CCO

Owner/ NC Funeral Service Licensee

Carl has been serving his Davie County Friends and neighbors for over thirty-seven years. He is not only an owner of Lambert Funeral Home, but is also a Funeral Service Licensee at the funeral home. He holds licensure in North Carolina and Virginia and is also a Certified Crematory Operator, having certified with the Cremation Association of North America as well as National Funeral Directors Association. He is also a Certified Funeral Service Practitioner with the Academy Of Professional Funeral Service Practice. He graduated from Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science as well as Libertry University. He holds membership in National Funeral Directors Association, North Carolina Funeral Directors Association. Carl is past president of the Rotary Club of Mocksville and a member of Mocksville Masonic Lodge 134 and has served on many community boards over the past three decades. He currently serves a Mocksville Town Commissioner. He and his wife attend Hardison Methodist Church. Carl is grateful for the opportunity to serve your family when you need it most.

Kim Lambert

Owner/NC Provisional Licensee

Kim is not only an owner of Lambert Funeral Home, but she is our office manager with a gift of serving families before, during and after a family’s time of need. She has been offering this service to the community for our 28 years. She graduated with Highest Honors from the Funeral Director Program of Fayetteville Technical Community College. Kim has a gift for serving families and considers it an honor to serve you when needed.

Rev. Josh L. Gupton, CFSP, CCO

Funeral Director/Staff Chaplain

Josh Gupton is Carl and Kim’s son in law. He is married to Allison. Josh earned a degree in Youth Ministries from Liberty University and a degree in Funeral Service from Fayetteville Technical Community College. He is an ordained minister and serves as the staff chaplain, providing compassionate spiritual care and support to families during their time of need. Josh is a North Carolina licensed Funeral Director and a Certified Crematory Operator, holding certification through the Cremation Association of North America (CANA). He is also a Certified Funeral Service Practitioner through the Academy of Professional Funeral Service Practice.
Josh is an active member of the National Funeral Directors Association and the North Carolina Funeral Directors Association, demonstrating his ongoing commitment to professional excellence and continuing education within the funeral service profession.Josh is an avid sports fan who enjoys supporting local athletics, from Little League games to the Winston-Salem Dash and the Wake Forest Demon Deacons. He is also a devoted fan of the Atlanta Braves and proudly cheers on his alma mater, the Liberty Flames. Josh is actively involved at Farmington Baptist Church, where he serves in the youth and children's ministries. He currently serves as a Deacon and is committed to supporting the church through leadership, mentorship, and service. You may see him and Allison walking downtown with their dog Charleigh.

Allison Gupton

Funeral Assistant

Allison is Carl and Kim’s oldest daughter and married to Josh. Allison has a degree in Elementary Education with a minor in Special Education from Liberty University. She works full time at a local non-profit and helps on the evenings and weekends at the funeral home. Allison enjoys spending time with her family especially her nieces and nephews, walking her dog around town with Josh and reading. She is active at her church with kids and youth ministries.

Teressa Barrett

Funeral Director

Teressa's vibrant personality and compassionate nature shine through in her dedication to helping others plan their final arrangements. Hailing from North Myrtle Beach, SC, and a graduate of Liberty University, Teressa brings a unique blend of Southern charm and academic prowess to her role.

As a proud mother to her teenage daughter, Haylee, and an active member of her church community, Teressa finds fulfillment in serving others and making a positive impact. Her love for singing, the beach, and Jeep enthusiast activities reflects her adventurous spirit and zest for life.

Teressa's belief that "A life lived is a life worth remembering" underscores her passion for helping families create meaningful tributes for their loved ones. With a servant's heart and a dedication to excellence, Teressa guides families through the funeral process with empathy and care.



In Teressa, individuals and families will find a trusted advisor and compassionate advocate who is committed to ensuring that every life is honored and remembered with dignity and respect.

Charles Eaton

Funeral Assistant

Patches

Certified Therapy Dog

Meet Patches, our comfort care dog . You may see her, her toys, or hear her while you are here. Patches is an Aussiedoodle, named for the patterns in her fur, but also with the hope that she will help “patch” things together during the grieving process. She was the runt of her litter and she is hypoallergenic. Patches enjoys meeting with families if they are comfortable meeting her. She is happy to sit in on arrangement conferences or to get snuggles during your visit. Patches belongs to Kim and Carl. She is certified through Canines 4 Christ and is an AKC Titled Therapy Dog.