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Funerals & Cremation

Celebrating Life

A cornerstone of healing

No matter if your family decides on burial or cremation, having a funeral is an essential part of celebrating, remembering, and honoring the life of your loved one.

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What to expect

Here to guide you every step of the way

Let us ease your burden by supporting you every step of the way. Here's what to expect when planning your loved one's services.

Step 1

Tell us about your loved one

A dedicated advisor will talk to you about your loved one, and help you capture the most memorable and enduring aspects of their life and legacy.

Step 2

Choose how to celebrate them

However and wherever you decide to celebrate your loved one, we're here to help you make it personal, memorable, and uplifting.

Step 3

Determine their resting place

We'll help you decide whether burial or cremation is right for your loved one, and guide you in selecting a place where you can visit, to remember them forever.

The importance of funerals

Closure, renewal and togetherness

Funerals are more than a physical act. They're an opportunity for emotional release, a space to gather, and a time to share in the celebration of life.

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United in remembrance

Coming together to share stories and memories creates a place of healing, remembrance, and peace. We will design a service that uniquely celebrates your loved one and creates a sense of community.

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A modern memorial

The decision to cremate doesn't lessen the need for healing, or limit how we can celebrate life. We can help you craft a meaningful memorial service to honor your loved one and begin the healing process.

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A place to gather

Choosing burial provides a meaningful opportunity to say farewell at a viewing, a sense of closure at a graveside ceremony, and a dedicated place for family and friends to remember.

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A profound farewell

Whether you choose burial or cremation, a committal service held at your loved one's resting place can be a powerful experience. With options to host the service outdoors or in the quiet of a mausoleum, we offer many personalized choices for the ceremony and site.

Past memorials

“Absolutely amazing care and help provided during an unexpected loss. Highly recommend and so thankful for the care and compassion my family and loved one received.”

Author: Sarah Rahal rated with 5 stars
Personalized Celebrations

Honoring life isn’t one size fits all.

A life celebration can and should be a reflection of your loved one’s life. Whether you want to integrate elements from a favorite hobby, arrange for unique transportation, or hold services in a place that’s meaningful, we offer many options for personalization.

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The possibilities are endless

From traditional ceremonies to unconventional send-offs, you might find there are more ways to honor your loved one’s memory than you ever imagined.
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Additional ways we can help

Service Enhancements

Add a personalized touch with our Service Enhancements and enrich your memories in meaningful ways. Choose from our options, mix them, or create your own. We’re here to make it uniquely yours.

Veteran Services

Veterans deserve a legacy. Phillips-Robinson is proud to offer memorials specifically designed for service members, and discounts on their arrangements.

Our Locations

A place of healing

We welcome you to explore the Phillips-Robinson Funeral Home facilities, and invite you to discover a comforting and peaceful place to honor your loved one. With over 95 years of dedicated service to Nashville and Middle Tennessee, we have established a legacy of compassionate and professional care, earning the trust of families when it matters most.

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People walk through a hallway with chairs and framed art on the walls in a public building.
Several classic cars are lined up next to a vintage building on a sunny day.
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A room shows a large mirror, a chandelier, and chairs arranged around a table.
Several classic cars are lined up near a large house with trees nearby during the day.
Wooden benches are lined up in neat rows within the church space. The light creates a warm feeling.
People walk by a building with illuminated artworks and decorative railings during the evening.
Business professionals stand together on a balcony during a daytime event in the city.
People stand outside a well-known site while classic cars are parked along the street.
The hallway shows furniture, plants, flags, and sunlight coming through the ceiling during the day.
Several classic cars are lined up next to a vintage building on a sunny day.
People walk through a hallway with chairs and framed art on the walls in a public building.
A room shows a large mirror, a chandelier, and chairs arranged around a table.
A man stands near a vintage car by an old building in a rural location during the early 1900s.
The hallway shows furniture, plants, flags, and sunlight coming through the ceiling during the day.
People stand outside a well-known site while classic cars are parked along the street.
Several classic cars are lined up next to a vintage building on a sunny day.
People walk through a hallway with chairs and framed art on the walls in a public building.
Business professionals stand together on a balcony during a daytime event in the city.
People walk by a building with illuminated artworks and decorative railings during the evening.
The hallway shows furniture, plants, flags, and sunlight coming through the ceiling during the day.
People stand outside a well-known site while classic cars are parked along the street.
People walk through a hallway with chairs and framed art on the walls in a public building.
Several classic cars are lined up next to a vintage building on a sunny day.
A man stands near a vintage car by an old building in a rural location during the early 1900s.
A room shows a large mirror, a chandelier, and chairs arranged around a table.
Several classic cars are lined up near a large house with trees nearby during the day.
Wooden benches are lined up in neat rows within the church space. The light creates a warm feeling.
People walk by a building with illuminated artworks and decorative railings during the evening.
Business professionals stand together on a balcony during a daytime event in the city.
People stand outside a well-known site while classic cars are parked along the street.
The hallway shows furniture, plants, flags, and sunlight coming through the ceiling during the day.
Several classic cars are lined up next to a vintage building on a sunny day.
People walk through a hallway with chairs and framed art on the walls in a public building.
A room shows a large mirror, a chandelier, and chairs arranged around a table.
A man stands near a vintage car by an old building in a rural location during the early 1900s.
The hallway shows furniture, plants, flags, and sunlight coming through the ceiling during the day.
People stand outside a well-known site while classic cars are parked along the street.
Several classic cars are lined up next to a vintage building on a sunny day.
People walk through a hallway with chairs and framed art on the walls in a public building.
Business professionals stand together on a balcony during a daytime event in the city.
People walk by a building with illuminated artworks and decorative railings during the evening.
The hallway shows furniture, plants, flags, and sunlight coming through the ceiling during the day.
People stand outside a well-known site while classic cars are parked along the street.
People walk through a hallway with chairs and framed art on the walls in a public building.
Several classic cars are lined up next to a vintage building on a sunny day.
A man stands near a vintage car by an old building in a rural location during the early 1900s.
A room shows a large mirror, a chandelier, and chairs arranged around a table.
Several classic cars are lined up near a large house with trees nearby during the day.
Wooden benches are lined up in neat rows within the church space. The light creates a warm feeling.
People walk by a building with illuminated artworks and decorative railings during the evening.
Business professionals stand together on a balcony during a daytime event in the city.
People stand outside a well-known site while classic cars are parked along the street.
The hallway shows furniture, plants, flags, and sunlight coming through the ceiling during the day.
Several classic cars are lined up next to a vintage building on a sunny day.
People walk through a hallway with chairs and framed art on the walls in a public building.
A room shows a large mirror, a chandelier, and chairs arranged around a table.
A man stands near a vintage car by an old building in a rural location during the early 1900s.
The hallway shows furniture, plants, flags, and sunlight coming through the ceiling during the day.
People stand outside a well-known site while classic cars are parked along the street.
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