MEET THE TEAM

For 45 years Tom Jorgensen worked in construction, but when building beside a veterinary clinic in 2014, he witnessed a confronting scene that saw him put down his tools for good. A lady carrying her pet in a plastic bag. He thought, “Well, can I do this better?'”  After some research into the pet cremation industry, Tom felt inspired to create a family-run business that was compassionate and transparent. That’s when he decided in 2015 with his wife, Anne and two nephews, Wade and Scott and a handful of staff to start Pet Angel.

Wade and Scott are Tom and Anne’s, nephews. They helped grow Pet Angel into the company it is today.

Wade looks after all of the pets that come to the Gold Coast crematorium. He also manages the Brisbane crematorium. He has two Dachshunds called Peanut and Butter.

Scott is the Managing Director of Pet Angel. He has a beautiful wife and son, and two dogs called Tia and Coco.

Hi I’m Neale, and this is Jax.
I’ve worked in the beverage industry for the last 30 years, but felt I needed to change to something where I was able to give back. I love animals and helping people so being able to assist both in this difficult time is humbling. The team at Pet Angel are awesome, genuine and caring.

Hi my name is Arlene and this is my furry family member, Kirri.  I have lived on the Gold Coast for over 30 years and I have four grown up children and 3 gorgeous grandchildren. 

I have always been an animal lover so working at Pet Angel where everyone is an animal lover and every day is bring your pet to work day is the perfect place for me (and Kirri).

Hi my name is Peta, this is my Dachshund puppy, Millie. I am a mum to 3 beautiful children that are my life. I have always had a passion for helping people and I adore all animals. Working for Pet Angel is very rewarding, not only do I work with a great team but I also get to help people on a daily basis to grieve and help them deal with the loss of their pet.

Hi, I’m Pete. I’ve spent a lot of my life helping people as a personal trainer and as a Police Officer. As a Pet Angel, I have the privilege of caring for our furry family members by giving them the dignity and respect they deserve as we say our final farewell. The unconditional love given by our pets inspires me every day. In my spare time, I’ll be at the beach, scuba diving, or just having a coffee.

Hi I’m Luke, I love animals, especially dogs.  I couldn’t think of a time in my childhood that my German shepherds didn’t put a smile on my face. I grew up with a family that not only trained dogs but also competed in dog trials throughout Brisbane. During that time I have had the joy of sharing my life with a pet, but unfortunately, I’ve also dealt with the loss of a pet. A pet is as much a part of the family as anyone, and I feel that I use my life experience every day at Pet Angel to help comfort those who are saying goodbye to their beloved pets.

Hi, I’m Max! I’m a Corgi x Schipperke. I love coming to the office every day with my favourite human, Nicole. She rescued me when I was 12 years old. I love greeting everyone who comes to our office in Virginia and making them feel a little bit of happiness when they are sad, I think they appreciate my happy smile.