Meet The Team
Owner/Veterinarian
Joel Parraghi DVM
Dr. Joel Parraghi graduated in 2012 from Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Upon graduation he worked at Geiger Veterinary Services for 9 years before then opening Croswell Veterinary Services.
Dr. Parraghi had a love for animals from the time he could walk. He grew up on a farm in Croswell Michigan, where he has resided his whole life. In his spare time he enjoys spending time with his 4 kids, farming, and spending time outside.
Dr. Parraghi has special interest in reproductive medicine as well as soft tissue surgery.
Associate Veterinarian
William Langolf DVM
Dr. William “Rick” Langolf grew up in Port Huron, MI. He graduated from Michigan State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine in 1977. After working two years elsewhere, Dr. Rick and his wife, Janet, moved to Croswell in June of 1979, where he worked with Drs. Harold and John Geiger at the Geiger Veterinary Clinic. There, his focus and greatest love was large animals, but also included small animal emergency medicine. After completing a two year certificate program with MSU in 1994, Dr. Rick was one of the first in the nation to earn a certificate in Dairy Health Management. He was then asked to join MSU’s teaching staff as Assistant Adjunct Professor in the Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences. Third and fourth year veterinary students from MSU as well as Texas A & M and Ohio State University did rotations with Dr. Rick as he cared for the 40+ dairy herds then in the Sanilac County area. In 2004, he was promoted to Adjunct Associate Professor. Dr. Rick was also well known for his expertise in bovine and equine theriogenology and wound healing. In the course of his career, Dr. Rick mentored many area students, six of whom went on to become veterinarians, including Dr. Joel Parraghi. Despite his “official” retirement in 2023, Dr. Rick continues to enjoy caring for small animals with Dr. Joel and the Croswell Veterinary Services staff on an occasional basis.
Dr. Rick and Janet have two adult children, Bill and Laura (James) Zeller, 2 precious grandsons and a yellow Labrador Retriever. The Langolfs spend most of their time at their cottage on Higgins Lake, where they enjoy many water and outdoor activities.
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Robin Moody
Robin Moody, LVT has been a dedicated member of the Croswell Veterinary Services team since its opening in 2021, bringing with her years of hands-on experience and a true passion for animal care. She began working alongside Dr. Geiger in 2019 and has continued to grow her skills and knowledge ever since.
A 2010 graduate of Baker College, Robin earned her Licensed Veterinary Technician degree and has built a well-rounded background in both equine and small animal medicine, including emergency and clinical care. She is especially passionate about client communication and education, as well as canine reproduction—areas where she enjoys making a meaningful difference for both pets and their owners.
A lifelong resident of Croswell, Robin shares her life with her husband, Steve, and their three daughters, Rylee, Peytyn, and Taryn. At home, their family stays busy caring for three dogs and a cat, embracing the same love for animals that Robin brings to her work every day.
When she’s not at the clinic, you’ll likely find Robin at horse shows with her daughters, enjoying a good book, or spending quality time with family and friends. During the winter months, she and her husband also run a festive Christmas village, welcoming the community to experience the magic of the season at Robin’s Christmas Corner.
Billie has been a valued member of our clinic team since its opening in April 2021. She brings with her nearly two decades of prior experience, having worked for 19 years at Geiger Veterinary Clinic.
A 1989 graduate of Port Huron Northern High School, Billie has been a longtime resident of Clyde Township for over 50 years. She is a proud mother of two, Miranda and Wyatt, and is excited to soon welcome her first grandchild.
Billie has a lifelong passion for horses, which began at a young age through her involvement in the St. Clair County 4-H program. As an adult, she continued her dedication to the equestrian community by serving as a 4-H Horse Leader and as a board member of the Eastern Michigan Horse Association.
Outside of the clinic, Billie enjoys riding Harley-Davidson motorcycles with her husband, Mark, and spending time camping with family and friends. She is also a devoted pet owner to three dogs and two cats, who occasionally join her on her camping adventures.
Billie truly enjoys her role at the clinic and takes great pride in building relationships with both new and long-standing clients, as well as providing compassionate care to their pets.
Practice Manager
Billie Nugent
Head Surgery Assistant
Becky Ledesma
Becky has been a dedicated member of the Croswell Veterinary Services team since February 2016. She initially joined as part of our ear crop surgical team and has since become highly skilled in our soft tissue surgery department. Becky is also a key member of our reproductive medicine team, where her experience and attention to detail are invaluable. Prior to joining our clinic, she spent many years working at Geiger Veterinary Services.
Originally from the Armada area, Becky relocated to the Cros-Lex community in 2004. She enjoys spending time with her two children, Wyatt and Tara, and her fiancé, Jerry Deeg. Together, they share a love for the outdoors, often camping and spending time with their animals.
Becky is actively involved in supporting her children’s interests, attending her daughter’s Cros-Lex Pioneer sporting events and traveling across the country for her son’s Clay Dusters shooting competitions. During the summer months, the family enjoys kayaking and fishing, with an ongoing goal of kayaking all of the Great Lakes.
Becky is passionate about her work and takes great pride in building relationships with both new and long-standing clients while providing exceptional care to their pets.
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Jessica Boehm
Jessica Boehm is a licensed veterinary technician here at Croswell Veterinary Clinic since 2021. She was previously an employee of Geiger Veterinary Clinic since 2013.
Jessica is a 2010 graduate of the Veterinary Technology Program at Baker College of Port Huron.
Jessica is a fur mom to 4 dogs, including 3 cleft palate/lip French bulldogs, Winnie, Aggie, and George that Jessica and her fiance' helped save. She also has a lovable Doberman Pinscher named Ember. She also has cats and a bird.
In her free time, when she's not helping animals, she loves spending time with her fur kids and fiance', Brandon . Jessica has many hobbies including painting, diamond art painting, crocheting, reading, and camping.
Her biggest passion is helping those with out a voice, giving them a chance and hope that many may not.
Jessica's favorite job at the clinic is dental cleanings. She loves cleaning your dog's and cat's teeth.
Veterinary Technician Student/Surgery Assistant
Lillian Williams
Lillian Williams has been a valued member of Croswell Veterinary Services since August 2024. She was raised on a farm in Avoca, Michigan, and is a graduate of Yale High School. Lillian is currently pursuing her college education with the goal of becoming a Licensed Veterinary Technician.
In her role at the clinic, Lillian assists with patient care in the treatment and surgical areas, including preparing for procedures and supporting the veterinary team to ensure efficient and smooth operations. She is highly motivated, with a strong commitment to learning and professional growth.
Outside of the clinic, Lillian has a passion for barrel racing and spends much of her free time working with her horse and contributing to her family’s farm.
Veterinary Assistant/Veterinary Technician Student
Jessica Ratliff
Jessica Ratliff has been a member of Croswell Veterinary Services 3 years. She was born and raised in Warren, MI and graduated from East Detroit High School. In 2014 she moved up to Applegate, MI where she has resided since.
Jessica is an integral part of our front end staff. She excels at customer service and always keeps the clinic clean and tidy. She is always a friendly face and a kind voice, whether its meeting clients at the front door or taking phone calls.
Jessica has 3 amazing boys who she spends most of her free time with. They enjoy camping and hanging out together on her time off.
Veterinary Technician Student
Riley Harris
Riley has been a member of the team at Croswell Veterinary Services since May 2025. Originally from Warren, Michigan, she relocated to the Croswell area in 2019 and graduated from Croswell-Lexington High School in 2024. She is currently enrolled in an online program pursuing her Veterinary Technician license.
In her role as a receptionist, she assists with client check-in and check-out, schedules appointments, and helps maintain clean and welcoming exam rooms to ensure a positive experience for both clients and their pets.
Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, as well as working with her steer in preparation for the fair.
Receptionist/Student
Lacy Woodruff
Laci started at Croswell Veterinary Services in October of 2025 as a receptionist. She was born and raised in the Croswell area and is a graduate of the 2026 Croswell-Lexington Highschool class. Laci was accepted into Michigan State University where she will begin schooling in the fall of 2026! Her main area of undergraduate studies will be in animal science, and from there becoming a licensed veterinarian.
She has been around animals both big and small from a young age, which was what sparked her interest in entering the veterinary field. At the clinic, she is always very willing to offer help wherever it’s needed and enjoys the client interactions the front end offers.
Outside of the clinic she enjoys bowling and spending time with her pets which include Boer goats and an Australian shepherd.
Veterinary Technician
Erica Osantowski
Erica has been with Croswell Veterinary Services since we opened in 2021. Erica was a previous employee of Geiger Veterinary Clinic for 7 years. Erica is a 2008 graduate of Harbor Beach High School. She then attended Saginaw Valley State University for 2 years and then Macomb Community College in the Veterinary Technician Program. Some of her favorite areas of veterinary medicine are laboratory/clinical pathology and anesthesiology.
Erica lives in Harbor Beach with her husband Bryan and two daughters, Jayden and Clara, as well as her baby boy Colton, They also have two dogs and one cat.
Erica enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and attending her daughter’s sporting events.
Veterinary Assistant
Lauren Stein
Lauren has been working at Croswell Veterinary Services since 2022. She has two adorable baby boys with her husband, Brian.
Lauren is part of the front end staff and helps keep everything running smooth and keeps the front end organized. She is a wealth of knowledge with our preventive medicine products, and is always a friendly face at the front window
CFO/Reproductive Services Specialist
Jessica Parraghi
Jessica has co-owned and operated Croswell Veterinary Services PLLC alongside her husband, Joel, since its founding in 2018. The couple has been married for over 18 years and are proud parents of four children who are actively involved in competitive travel hockey.
Jessica began her career in human healthcare, earning her credentials as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and gaining several years of clinical experience. She later transitioned her focus to veterinary medicine, where she plays a vital role in both the operational and clinical success of the practice.
Jessica is a key member of the clinic’s reproductive medicine team, with specialized expertise in neonatal critical care. She is particularly recognized for her skill in puppy resuscitation, especially in high-risk and complicated cesarean section cases where her precision, responsiveness, and clinical judgment contribute significantly to successful outcomes.
Outside of the clinic, Jessica is actively involved in her Doberman and French Bulldog breeding programs, Exceptional Canines, as well as website design, and animal photography.