Staff Directory

Once you request the services of Phillips-Robinson Funeral Home, we will immediately put our experienced funeral professionals to work for you. A single, dedicated individual will stay in contact with you every step of the way and guide you through the decision-making process. He or she will carefully explain your options, make recommendations at your request, take care of all the small details, and ensure that you and your family’s personal touch is always present.

Gale Robinson President and Owner	Gale Robinson A native to Nashville, Gale is a 3rd generation funeral director who received his undergraduate degree from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. He also received his law degree from the Nashville School of law and has been participating in the family business for 15 years. He is a 32nd Degree Scottish and York Rite Mason and a member of Al Menah Shriners.
Rachel Knott Vice President and General Manager Funeral Director, Embalmer	Rachel Knott A native of Nashville, Rachel has been with Phillips-Robinson Funeral Home for 7 years. She received a Bachelor of Science Degree from David Lipscomb University as well as an Associate’s Degree in Mortuary Science from John A. Gupton College.
Sean Patterson Secretary/ Treasurer Office Manager, Preneed	Sean Patterson A life-long resident of Franklin, Tennessee, Sean graduated from Battle Ground Academy and majored in Office Management at Middle Tennessee State University. She has over 20 years experience in funeral service and “before need” arrangements and planning.
Matthew Terry Manager of Hadley Chapel Funeral Director, Embalmer	Matthew Terry Originally from East Tennessee, Matt has a Bachelor of Finer Arts Degree from East Tennessee State University and an Associate Degree in Mortuary Science from John A Gupton College.
Charles Worrell, Sr. PhD. Funeral Director	Charles Worrell, Sr. PhD. Serving the East Nashville community since 1972, Charlie has been a licensed funeral director since 1968, and was the former manager of Finley Dorris & Charlton Funeral Home. Dr Worrell is an East High School graduate, earned a Ph.D. from St. Martin College & Seminary, is a member of American Association of Christian Counselors, Masonic Fraternity, Past Sovereign Grand Master of the World, Independent Order of Odd Fellows, Knights of Pythias; Hospitaller Order of St. John of Jerusalem, College of Bishops-Southern Episcopal Church, USA, president of Emmanuel Bible College in Nashville; Pastor of Faith Methodist Episcopal Church in Nashville since 1970 and President of the Southern institute of Theology, Naples, Italy-Southeastern Extension Division.
Trey Knight Funeral Director/Embalmer	Trey Knight Born in Buffalo, New York, Trey has over 23 years experience in funeral service. A 1990 graduate of Simmons Institute of Funeral Service in Syracuse, he holds a funeral directors and embalmers license in both New York and Tennessee. He became a certified crematory operator in 2004. Trey is a member of the Masons, Sigma Pi Sigma, and the Cremation Association of North America. He and his wife, Lisa, have two children, son Joshua and daughter, Kayla.
George A. Dobbs Funeral Director/Embalmer	George A. Dobbs George is a primary embalmer for Phillips-Robinson Funeral Home with over 20 years experience. He is a certified funeral service practitioner and a member of the American Society of Embalmers.
Ida Settlemires Receptionist	Ida Settlemires The sweet voice you hear when you call Phillips-Robinson Funeral Home belongs to Ida. She has several years of experience working in pharmaceutical and medical facilities and has worked for Phillips Robinson for over 5 years. Originally from Greenville, Kentucky, Ida is most proud of her family, her wonderful husband, Glenn and their two children, Matt and Gina
Cathy Mason Office Assistant	Cathy Mason Cathy has been with Phillips-Robinson for over 11 years. She enjoys working in funeral service and oversees special projects such as our Annual Tree of Memories program ever December. She is a native of Rutherford County and enjoys singing Gospel music.
Jackie Polk Grounds Supervisor	Jackie Polk Jackie recently joined Phillips-Robinson in early 2009. He is responsible for maintaining our fleet of funeral service vehicles as well as managing the beautification and upkeep for all our properties.

Not Pictured: Visitation Staff
Joyce Searcy, Rich Dressler, Bill Beavers, Troy Smith