Carter Funeral Home

09/01/2026

Hello September 🍂

A brand new month means new goals, fresh energy, and all the cozy autumn vibes.

Let’s make this month an amazing one!

08/31/2026

When someone we love is going through a devastating loss, it is completely normal to feel helpless. We often want to say or do the perfect thing, but the truth is that your quiet presence matters more than perfect words. ❤️

Instead of asking how you can help, try shifting to concrete actions. Drop off a meal on the porch, take out their trash, or run a quick errand. Small, practical actions relieve the overwhelming burden of decision-making during deep grief.

Let's remember to show up for our friends not just today, but in the long weeks and months ahead when the initial support fades. 🌟

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08/30/2026

Today is National Grief Awareness Day. Grief is a deeply personal journey, and there is no "right" way to navigate it. Sometimes the best thing we can do is simply be there for one another, without judgment or expectations.

Take a moment today to check in on a friend who has experienced loss, or give yourself permission to feel whatever is in your heart. We are all walking each other home. 🤍

08/28/2026

Today we pause to remember the beautiful, unconditional love of the pets who have crossed the Rainbow Bridge.

They may no longer be by our side, but their paw prints are permanently left on our hearts. 🐾🌈

08/27/2026

In honor of one of the world’s most treasured icons, Dolly Parton, beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright, and author, Carter Funeral Home invites everyone who loved and admired Dolly as much as we did to stop by and sign their name in a special register book in her memory. The book will be available to sign through September 5th, and visitors are welcome Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Afterward, we will mail the register book to the Imagination Library in Sevierville, Tennessee, as a heartfelt tribute from our community. Rest in peace, Dolly.

08/27/2026

Losing someone far from home adds complexity to an already painful journey.

If you're navigating arrangements across state or international lines, know this: you're not alone, and it's manageable.

We've created a free guide to walk you through exactly what to expect. 💙

When a loved one passes away far from home, arranging their return requires coordinating between two funeral homes—one where they passed and one near where services will be held—a process that experienced funeral directors handle routinely to spare families the logistical burden during grief. Wh...

08/27/2026

SFC. Robert Wallace Simmons, U.S. Army, Retired
Sep 22, 1946 — Aug 24, 2026

View SFC. Robert Wallace Simmons U.S. Army Retired's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

08/26/2026

Wishing you had called hospice sooner? You're not alone.

Many families don't realize hospice means comfort, dignity, and quality time —not giving up. If you're considering it, start the conversation today. We're here to help. 💙

Being in hospice care sounds very similar to being in the hospital to most people. If you have not had a personal experience with hospice care, or know someone who has, you may not be aware of the difference.

08/25/2026

Honoring your loved one's memory includes caring for their gravesite.

Learn the gentle cleaning methods for granite, marble, and bronze to preserve their headstone's beauty and inscription. When in doubt, trust the professionals. 🕊️💙

How to care for a loved one’s gravesite by cleaning their headstone or grave marker. Materials, such as granite, marble, and bronze, require different cleaning solutions.

08/22/2026

The best way to honor the ones we’ve lost is to carry their light forward.

Whether it was their kindness, their hearty laugh, or the way they made everyone feel welcome, we can keep their spirit alive through our own actions today. 🤍

What’s a beautiful trait you try to carry on? 👇

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