Release Date: October 20, 2026 - The Messenger Company today announced the acquisition of BerylMartin and Bright Corporation, bringing together three organizations known for trusted relationships and exceptional service. The acquisitions strengthen Messenger’s ability to offer customers a broader selection of personalized products, innovation and comprehensive solutions.

BerylMartin was started in 2000 after founders Frank and Susan Brummett experienced the healing power of photographs and shared stories following the death of Frank’s mother, Faye Beryl. That experience inspired a company dedicated to helping funeral professionals give families personal ways to honor and celebrate their loved ones. As part of Messenger, BerylMartin will be positioned to expand access to it

s personalization products, accelerate innovation and continue delivering the quality and service customers value.

Family-owned for more than 75 years, Bright Corporation has earned the trust of funeral professionals by listening and working hard to meet their needs.

Kevin Tkacz, CEO of The Messenger Co., said, “These acquisitions are about helping our customers serve families more fully. BerylMartin brings deep personalization expertise while Bright Corporation brings trusted service.  Together with Messenger’s capabilities, quality, service, and scale, we can provide funeral professionals greater choice, support continued innovation, and remain focused on exceeding customer expectations.”

Frank Brummett, founder and current manager of BerylMartin, said, “Our customers are the reason BerylMartin exists, and this partnership is ultimately for them. With Messenger behind us, we can continue creating meaningful, high-quality products, strengthen the service our customers count on and help more families share the stories and memories that made their loved ones unique.” 

Customers can continue working with the same sales and customer service teams they know today. To reach Messenger, please call 800.827.5151, BerylMartin at 219.922.8935 and reach Bright Corporation at 800.428.6424. 

About The Messenger Co.

Since 1913, The Messenger Co. has served funeral professionals with meaningful, high-quality products and dependable service. Its mission is to comfort the grieving through meaningful products and services delivered through funeral partners. The Messenger family of companies includes Just Digital UK, Express Funeral Funding, Thumbies and CemSites, combining complementary ways to help honor every life.

Media Contact: Heather Garman, VP Sales & Marketing. E: hgarman@messengerllc.com, P: 260.570.5204