Steve Whittaker—Service Manager

A Naples native, Steve joined the DeVoe Cadillac family in 1998, bringing with him more than 23 years of experience in the automotive industry.  He spent 20 years as an ASE Certified Master Technician and is an Isuzu Certified Technician.  Steve and his wife, Marisol, who also works at our Collision Center, have 4 children – Kristina, Jorgie, Stephanie, and baby Alyssa.  When Steve isn’t with his family, enjoying his boat, camping or golfing, he likes to work with Habitat for Humanity.  You can find Steve via email at swhittaker@devoeauto.com.

John Guadi—Service Lane Supervisor

Hailing originally from Hazleton, PA, John’s extensive background in the automotive industry is played down by his role in the service drive, overseeing the ever-busy daily activities where he has flourished since 2000.  In his 39 years of overall experience, he spent 2 years in Auto Racing and Development in the Kit Car industry, 12 years in the Auto Salvage Industry, and 25 years in Dealerships in body shop and service capacities.  His playful attitude and perma-smile make him a favorite of his coworkers.  His hobbies include motorcycles, cigars, golf, and anything to do with cars.  John has a wife, Rachel and a daughter, Jenna.  You can reach John via email at jguadi@devoeauto.com.

Tom Draper—Warranty Administrator

With 34 years in the Automotive Industry, Tom joined the DeVoe Automotive family in 1994 to maintain and execute Warranty communications and issues with General Motors for the service departments at both the Cadillac/Saab/Hummer location and the PBG location.  Tom has various accreditation and certifications and is a tremendous wealth of knowledge to the DeVoe organization.  Originally from Saginaw, MI, Tom enjoys playing tennis, golfing and working out in his spare time.  He and his wife Debbie have a daughter named Elizabeth.  You can reach Tom via email at tdraper@devoeauto.com.

Ben Hunseder—Service Advisor Emeritus

Ben joined the DeVoe Cadillac team back in 1968.  He moved his family down from Cincinnati, OH, to Naples and came to work for Dick DeVoe shortly thereafter.  He spent his entire career helping customers feel that they were a part of the DeVoe family by exceeding their expectations regularly.  You can find Ben on the service drive to this day, where he makes sure everything is in working order, just as Mr. DeVoe would like it. As Ben transitions towards retirement, the DeVoe Automotive family reassures him his customers will continue to receive excellent service.  Look for Ben on your next service visit, where he’ll likely be hard at work, making sure customers are well cared for.

Torrey Tammaro—Service Advisor

Torrey joined the DeVoe Automotive family in 2005, bringing his 20 years of automotive experience to the Service Drive.  He is a GM Certified Service Advisor and enjoys working with out of town clientele just as much as the locals.  Torrey likes spending his free time on cars, computers, boats, and helping out on Habitat for Humanity projects, a popular past time for several of his coworkers.  You can reach Torrey via email at ttammaro@devoeauto.com.

Gary Cox—Service Advisor

Gary came to the Cadillac location because of his Saab experience when the two locations merged in 2009.  He has more than 40 years experience in the Automotive Industry and joined up with DeVoe in 2005.  Gary is from Farmland, IN, and is a Certified Service Manager, a Certified Parts Manager, was the Director of Fixed Operations and is a Certified Service Advisor for DeVoe. Gary’s hobby is cars, and he loves spending time with his seven children and 23 grandchildren.  You can reach Gary via email at gcox@devoeauto.com.

Tony Schipani—Service Advisor

A General Motors Service Consultant, Tony joined DeVoe Cadillac in 2009 and brings nearly 18 years of experience with him.  Tony’s high energy and strong work ethic make him a favorite on the service drive.  When he isn’t making sure your service needs are exceeded, he enjoys gaming, fishing, boating and working out.  He has two children and enjoys spending time with them and their activities as well.  You can reach Tony via email at tschipani@devoeauto.com.

Vicki Houchin—Service Advisor

Vicki joins the DeVoe family and brings with her over 27 years in the automotive industry. She owned and operated her own collision repair business in beautiful Bonita Springs. Her family includes five children and seven grandchildren whom she truly adores. She enjoys boating, fishing, and motorcycle riding. We are very pleased to have Vicki and her knowledge added to the DeVoe family. Vicki will always greet you with a sweet smile and help you with any service that you may need. She may be reached at vhouchin@devoeauto.com

Kyle Ward—Service Advisor

Kyle is a recent addition the DeVoe family. He was recently honorably discharged from the United States Marine Corps where he served our country as a courageous Sergeant. He loves going to work out at the gym, hang out with his friends and family, and doing anything on our beautiful beaches in Southwest Florida. Kyle is excited to greet loyal DeVoe customers and new ones visiting our lovely state for the winter. You will always see a friendly smile as you drive in to our service department. Kyle may be reached at kward@devoeauto.com

Joyce Ricci—Service Appointment Coordinator

Joyce joined the DeVoe Automotive family in 1996 and has filled many different positions throughout the years.  She is a priceless part of our organization, and these days you can find her helping with your service scheduling needs over the phone.  Joyce has been in the Automotive Industry for over 40 years, experience that shows in her daily interactions with customers.  She has four daughters and seven grandchildren, all of whom she loves very much.  You can find Joyce via email at jricci@devoeauto.com.

Benji Adams—Appointment Coordinator/OnStar Spec.

Benji recently transferred to the Cadillac Hummer Saab store. A dedicated employee of the DeVoe family for over twenty years we are ecstatic to welcome her to our Naples location. Benji is a very positive and lovely person to speak with on the phone or in the service drive. She will be happy to set a service appointment for you at your convenience. Married to her best friend, Tom for over 19 years, they have four children, six grandchildren, and two wonderful Labs named Duncan and Amber. Benji is a certified scuba diver and a certified shopaholic she says with a smile. You may reach her at badams@devoeauto.com

Tammy Myers — Service Appointment Coordinator

Tammy has performed many duties for The DeVoe Family for over 16 years. She now takes phone calls from service customers setting appointments for their convenience. Hobbies that she enjoys are playing with her seven grandchildren and taking them shopping. You can reach Tammy via email Tmyers@devoeauto.com

Agnes Simac — Internal Service Coordinator

Joining the #1 Certified Pre-owned Cadillac dealership in the nation, Agnes sets your service appointments for your convenience. She is certified in bookkeeping and accounting and currently attending Hodges University where she is studying computer information technologies. She is an experienced customer service representative as well. She moved to Naples 20 years ago from Hungary where she was born. She is the proud mother of Bianca as you can tell when she talks about her. The DeVoe Cadillac team is proud to welcome her to our family.

Tim Myers – Service Greeter

Tim joins the world renowned DeVoe family from North Miami Beach. He loves driving the beautiful cars that enter in our service drive everyday. Having worked for several valet services in the Miami and Naples area you can always be assured that he will treat your car with loving care. Tim enjoys working out, video games, movies, scuba diving and can even do astounding impressions of famous actors.

Ashley Aldinger – Service Greeter

Upon entering our world renowned service drive you will see the bright smile of Ashley. She is so thrilled to be a part of the DeVoe Family and we are happy to welcome her here.After receiving her Bachelor of Arts in business from the University of Pittsburgh she went to work in customer service in York, PA. Ashley enjoys most sports including running and spending time with her precious daughter. You may reach Ashley via email at aaldinger@devoeauto.com

Andy Eguia – Service Greeter

Andy is a recent addition to our service drive. He is a graduate of Golden Gate High School. Customer service has always been his strong point. Hobbies that he enjoys include Cadillac’s, baseball, apple pie, and of course video games. Customers will be delighted with how he always helps with getting them in and out of their cars with ease. The DeVoe Automotive Group is proud to have Andy as part of their team.

Tom Kozlow—Service Technician

A sixteen year veteran of DeVoe Automotive, Tom brings twenty-three years of technician experience to his job at the Cadillac location.  He is Master Certified and is both Silver and Gold trained in the “Cadillac Mark of Excellence”.  Tom is originally from Bolingbrook, IL but has been in Naples for years with his lovely wife, Sandee and daughter, Abigail.  In his free time, Tom enjoys fishing, drag racing, and spending time with his daughter.

Ed Dinova—Service Technician

Nearly a Naples native, Ed was born in Middlebury, CT, and has spent most of his life enjoying the Naples area.  Ed has been with DeVoe for eighteen years, but has more than thirty-three years of experience with servicing vehicles.  A highly trained and certified technician, he is certified to work on a variety of vehicles.

Jerry Koslow—Service Technician

Jerry joined the DeVoe Automotive Service department in 1988 and is another key component to our highly trained and loyal service staff.  A Master Technician, he has specific GM training with the XLR and the Cadillac Hybrid lines.  When he isn’t boating or surfing, Jerry, originally from Edison, NJ, spends time with his daughter, Taryn, who is not only on the Dean’s list for the second straight year at UCF, she is the starting setter for the UCF Volleyball team.

John Hernandez—Service Technician

John has spent all his life working with cars, and has enjoyed working as a Certified Service Technician for DeVoe since 1997.  His bright smile and great sense of humor make him a pleasure to work with.  His hobbies include racing four-wheelers, building model cars, and he is soon to be married to his fiancé. 

Matt Beer—Service Technician

In May of 2010, Matt will be a fourteen year veteran of DeVoe Automotive, and he has become a prized technician in that span.  He is Master Certified in ASE and is a technician team leader, proving his leadership skills are as good as his technical skills.  He enjoys drag racing, ice hockey and like many others in Naples, he enjoys golfing.  Originally from Petoskey, MI, he plays for the Southwest Florida Fire Fighters ice hockey team, which participates in various charity hockey games throughout the Southeastern United States.  Matt can be found on Facebook by searching Matt Beer.

Mark Chaffee—Service Technician-Hummer Master Certified on Hummer H-1, H-2, and H-3's

We are the only dealership in SWFL that has on staff Master Certified Hummer Technicians and the only dealership that is authorized to do warranty work by GM

Mark is a 14 year veteran of DeVoe Automotive, joining the team back in 1996.  In his twenty-five years of automotive experience, Mark is Master ASE Certified in Body Shop mechanical repair, a Certified Truck repair Technician and a multiple year Gold Level Mark of Excellence Technician.  Mark is a native of Manhattan, KS, and he likes backpacking, rock climbing and spending time with his wife and three boys.  Mark gives to his community by being a Boy Scout Assistant Scoutmaster, the BSA District Committee Chair for Camping, and a member of First United Methodist Church in Naples.

Gary Schofield—Service Technician

One of our Master Technicians, Gary has been working on vehicles for more than thirty-five years and joined DeVoe Automotive in 2005.  Gary is originally from Norwalk, CT.  He has eight ASE Certifications and is a factory trained Mazda Master Technician.  When he isn’t turning wrenches in his service bay, he enjoys fishing, boating and jet skiing with his wife and two sons.  You can find Gary on Facebook by searching Gary Schofield.

Mike Hubbard—Service Technician

Originally from Bronx, NY, Mike brought six years of experience with him when he joined up with DeVoe in 2006.  He has received GM top training honors and is a certified technician at DeVoe Cadillac.  Mike enjoys cars, fishing, boating, motocross, and racing R/C cars with his boys, AJ and Mikey. 

Matt Murphy—Service Technician

Originally from Milwaukee, WI, Matt joined the DeVoe Automotive family in 2003 and brings over fifteen years of experience to the table.  ASE Certified in Brakes, Engine, Suspension, Performance and Manual Transmission, Matt is a “go to man” in the service department.  When he isn’t at work, he enjoys fishing, racquetball, and lifting weights to stay fit.  He also likes to help Haitian Orphanages at various functions.

Steve Sedio – Service Technician

Steve joined to DeVoe Automotive Group in 1998. He is ASE Master Certified, GM Certified, and his forte is making sure that your Cadillac’s drivability is perfect. He and his wife Shannon of 12 years have twins, Steve Jr. and Shenandoah Lee. They enjoy camping, travelling, golfing, and spending quality time together. Steve may be reached at ssedio@devoeauto.com

John Mullins—Pre-Delivery Inspection Technician

John is a valued member of the DeVoe family for over 25 years. He is known as our PDI Technician. He makes sure that all new Cadillac’s received are in tip top shape for your inspection. He studied at the Nashville Auto and Diesel Technical College located in Nashville, Tennessee. He and his wife Amy of 18 years are originally from Huntington West Virginia and have two sons, Cade and Garrett. The Mullens family is very active in their church, First Baptist of Naples. They enjoy golfing, windsurfing, and the beautiful beaches in our area. John was recently recognized in our local paper, Naples Daily News as a guardian angel when he stopped to aid an elderly couple stranded on Golden Gate Boulevard in their car. He made sure that their car was repaired and that made it home safely. John may be reached at jmullens@devoeauto.com

Ken Schoenherr—Saab Technician

Ken hails from Detroit, Michigan also known as the Motor city, USA. He will greet you as you enter our service drive with a warm smile and help you feel like they are part of the DeVoe family. Ken enjoys all sports and playing computer games with his precious five year old Son, Jeremy. Ken also has one pet, a Tarantula named Pedro. Ken may be reached at kschoenherr@devoeauto.com

Alfonso Perez – Service Technician

Alfonso attended Immokalee High School and trade school at the Lorenzo Walker Institute here in Naples. He has been at DeVoe for over 3 years now and enjoys company cookouts! Alfonso’s hobbies include riding ATV’s and boxing. He spends as much time as he can with his Mom “Dalia”, Dad “Alfonso”, and his two sisters, Cynthia and Laura.

Ernie Anilus —Service Technician

Ernie has been a devoted DeVoe employee for over 7 years. He has achieved an ASE Certification from General Motors and loves his job. Ernie is married with 2 children, both boys! He also enjoys playing music at his church and weekends with his family.

Josh Delacruz —Service Technician

Josh recently graduated from the University Technical Institute in Orlando, Florida with honors. His hobbies include studying, car races and spending time with his family. He enjoys diagnosing problems with cars and the camaraderie that the technicians share. The DeVoe Automotive group welcomes Josh to their family.

Bill Krum—Shuttle Driver

Bill is an important part of our customer focused environment at DeVoe Cadillac.  He picks up and drops off DeVoe Cadillac service customers at their homes, servicing the region to the north of the dealership since 2006.  Bill always has an interesting story to share and has even gone out of his way to take customers to the market on their way home.  Originally from Lehighton, PA, Bill and his wife of forty-eight years enjoy golfing, cooking and reading.  He has four children and eight grandchildren and he is an Ambassador at the Naples Chamber of Commerce. 

Larry Gruskievich—Courtesy Driver

Larry is the other friendly face that shuttles service customers to and from their homes when their cars come in for service.  Larry’s territory lies south of the dealership, serving our customers in Marco Island.  He has been with DeVoe Automotive since 2003, but is a retired and decorated Air Force veteran of fifty-five years, where he worked on automotive vehicles and aircraft.  When not on the job, he loves to spend his time boating or with his grandkids.  He is originally from Wayne, OH.

Noe Munoz —Service Technician

Originally from Mexico City, Mexico, Noe has lived in beautiful Naples for seventeen years. He is a graduate of The Lorenzo Walker Institute of Technology in Automotive Technology. Noe began working with The DeVoe Automotive Group in 2009. He enjoys spending time with his family, close friends and especially enjoys going to car shows.