Our Team

We are proud of our team and the way they all care for the families we serve. We work to hire people with a gift for sharing the feelings of those they are serving. One of the qualities we look for in our team members is the ability to serve from the heart. We encourage our team to be present in every moment as we escort families along the path that death brings. It is our hope that you feel the kind and heartful actions of us all. We want to touch YOUR life as we help you celebrate the way your loved one touched the lives of others.

Michael & Jennifer Tilghman

Michael & Jennifer Tilghman

Michael - Owner / Licensed Funeral Director in Tennessee and Mississippi / Licensed Embalmer in Tennessee and Mississippi / Licensed Insurance Agent/Certified Crematory Operator/Customer Service Experience/Notary Public ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ Jennifer - Owner/Licensed Funeral Director in Tennessee and Mississippi/Licensed Embalmer in Tennessee and Mississippi/Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable/Certified Celebrant/Customer Service Experience

Michael grew up near Tupelo MS and graduated with an associate degree in Funeral Service in 1994.  Michael is a United States Army Veteran and participated in Desert Storm.  Jennifer grew up in Hernando, MS and graduated in 1996. They married in November of 1996, and for many years they were the only married couple who were both licensed funeral directors and embalmers. In 2008, Michael began working for Mr. and Mrs. Peebles and in 2014, Michael and Jennifer purchased the funeral home. They are members of First Baptist Church in Somerville and enjoy traveling. Michael and Jennifer are passionate about serving families in a very personal way. Having both lost a parent, they understand what it feels like to be on the other side. Personalization is very important to them both. Michael and Jennifer have three grown sons, one precious granddaughter and a new grandson on the way. Their most prized titles are Lolli and Pop.

 

Brad Farmer

Brad Farmer

Licensed Funeral Director/Licensed Embalmer/Certified Crematory Operator/Care Team Member/Customer Service Experience

Brad is a graduate of Memphis State University with a bachelor degree in MIS and Business. He then went on to further his education and graduated with an associate degree in Funeral and Mortuary Science. He is a licensed funeral director and embalmer. Brad is married to Corri and they have three children. He is compassionate, caring and truly loves helping families during one of the most difficult times in their life. Brad enjoys playing golf and spending time with his family and his dog. He tries to learn something new everyday and enjoys working for a family owned funeral home because he is able to serve on a more personal level.

Jeremy Arnold

Jeremy Arnold

Licensed Funeral Director/Licensed Embalmer/Certified Crematory Operator/Care Team Member/Customer Service Experience


Heather McCarley Stephens

Heather McCarley Stephens

Apprentice for Funeral Director/Apprentice for Embalmer/Certified Crematory Operator/Care Team Member/Customer Service Experience

Heather is married, a bonus Mom to three children, a Lolly to two grandsons and a dog mom to Ollie and Memme. She is a current student at John A. Gupton College majoring in Mortuary Science with an emphasis on funeral directing and embalming. She enjoys being outdoors, loves sunsets, traveling and spending time with her family. Heather has a passion for serving families in a very personalized way. She loves to get creative and make the service very special. Her tender heart allows her to serve and connect with widows in a very meaningful way. She also enjoys directing Veteran services.

Devin Troxler

Devin Troxler

Apprentice for Funeral Director/Apprentice for Embalmer/Certified Crematory Operator/Care Team Member/Customer Service Experience

Devin recently graduated with an associate degree in Funeral Service Education from Jefferson State Community College. He worked as an EMT for over 16 years before changing careers to funeral service. He has been married to his wife Melissa for 23 years and they have 12-year-old twins. He loves attending his daughter's softball games and watching anime with his son. You may recognize him from his roles with Star Inc. at the Fair Theatre in Somerville where he and his family occasionally participate in plays.

Laina Skelton

Laina Skelton

Administrative/Fayette County Memorial Park Coordinator/Customer Service Experience


Nicole Taylor

Nicole Taylor

Administrative/Technology Guru/Customer Service Experience/Notary Public


Mike Hollaway

Mike Hollaway

Spiritual Care Advisor/Funeral Assistant/Administrative/Customer Service Experience


Thomas Tapp

Thomas Tapp

Funeral Assistant/Customer Service Experience


Lynn Nutt

Lynn Nutt

Funeral Assistant/Customer Service Experience


Ralph Anderson

Ralph Anderson

Licensed Life Insurance Agent/Advanced Funeral Planner/Funeral Assistant/Customer Service Experience


Peebles Main Funeral Chapel - Somerville

Peebles West Funeral Chapel - Oakland

VISIT LOCATION

Fayette County Memorial Park Cemetery