Hendersonville Memory Gardens, Funeral Home & Cremation Center

03/28/2026

A fun morning was had by all!! Thank you to everyone who stopped by to see the Easter Bunny and left with yummy treats! Sorry parents for the sugar overload your kiddos may have this afternoon 🫣

All photos will be uploaded and posted in a few days!

03/26/2026

Good afternoon,

Our Advanced Planning Specialist, Jamie McKee, recently shared this on her page, and we found it truly meaningful. Her words beautifully highlight the importance of permanent placement and the lasting connection it creates for families—honoring heritage, preserving memories, and providing a place to visit for generations to come.

We’re honored to share her message with you below.

"Lost heritage. It happens when there’s nothing physical left to bring a family back together.

A cemetery changes that.

A cemetery is not just a place of loss… it’s a place of connection.
It’s where stories live on.

It’s where a granddaughter can stand and say, “This is where my family is.”

When families are laid to rest together, something powerful happens, you create a permanent place for generations to return to.

Without that… families scatter. Different locations, different and over time, that connection can be lost.

But when you choose to keep your family together intentionally you’re doing more than making arrangements. You’re preserving your family’s identity.

This isn’t just about today. This is about 50, 100 years from now… when someone you may never meet stands there, and because of the decision you made, they feel that connection.

Keeping families together in a cemetery isn’t just important…it’s a gift of heritage, of connection, and of love that never fades.

And that… is something worth protecting."

03/26/2026

Good Morning everyone! ☀️🐰

We’re excited for our Easter Bunny photo session happening this Saturday, and wanted to answer a couple of common questions:

📸 Is it free?
Yes! This event is completely free for everyone to enjoy.

🐾 Can I bring my pet?
Absolutely—please bring them along! We’d love to see your furry friends join in the fun.

📷 Who will be taking the photos?
We’ll have a professional photographer capturing all the special moments! Photos will be shared on our social media following the event. If you prefer that your child is not posted online, we’re happy to email your photos directly to you instead.

We can’t wait to see you all there for a fun-filled morning!! 💐🐣

03/25/2026

Deloris June Leikarts

Deloris June Leikarts, fondly known as June, passed away on March 20, 2026. Born on May 13, 1945, she leaves behind a legacy of grace and dignity.

For several years, June worked for Gaines Home Building Corporation in Hendersonville, Tennessee and retired from there. In her retirement, she took pride in her yard and flowers. She loved spending time with her family, friends, and neighbors. June was a devoted mother to her son and daughter and especially enjoyed spending holidays together.

June is preceded in death by her loving husband, Aldis Juris Leikarts, her father Bernice C. Parrish, mother Audrey Gustine Gilliam Parrish, and siblings Bobby Neal Parrish, Chanie Parrish, Juanita Shrum, and Judy Ferrell.

Along with her children, Brian Kevin Leikarts and Dianna Lynn Leikarts, June is also survived by her siblings Oletta Keown, Dorothy Lime, and Steve Parrish.

Family and friends will gather to remember her at Hendersonville Funeral Home, located at 353 E. Main Street, Hendersonville, Tennessee 37075. Visitation will take place on Friday, March 27, from 4:00pm to 8:00pm, and on Saturday, March 28, from 12:00pm until 1:00pm. The service will begin at 1:00pm on Saturday with Leon Corder officiating.

After the service, June will be laid to rest at Pleasant Grove Cemetery located at 2112 Pleasant Grove Road, Westmoreland, Tennessee 37186. The burial will begin at 2:30pm on March 28.

View Deloris June Leikarts's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

03/25/2026

🌟 Employee Spotlight – March Google Review Contest Winners! 🌟

Good afternoon everyone!

We’re excited to recognize our incredible team members who went above and beyond during our March Google Review Contest. As you know, Google reviews are extremely important to us—they help us grow, improve, and continue providing the best experience possible for our families and our community.

This month, we had an impressive FOUR-WAY TIE! 🎉

Congratulations to our winners:
👏 Ashley Hall
👏 Michael Hargis
👏 Cathy Gann
👏 Randy Watson (not pictured)

As a token of appreciation, our winners enjoyed a well-deserved lunch on us! 🍽️

Your dedication, positive attitude, and commitment to delivering outstanding service truly make a difference. We appreciate the effort you put in every day, and it shows in the feedback from our families!

Great job team! 💪✨

03/24/2026

Naomi R. Rice

Naomi Ruth (Thomas) Rice, age 92, resident of Hendersonville, passed away Tuesday, March 24th, 2026. Visitation will be Friday March 27th between 11 am and 1 pm, with the funeral service immediately following taking place at Hendersonville Memory Garden funeral home. Leslie Chapman will be officiating with friends and family participating as pallbearers.

Naomi was born August 30th, 1933, in Pleasant Shade, Tennessee. She is preceded in death by Bob Thomas (father), Esther Thomas (mother), Thomas Milton Rice (son), Buford Thomas (brother), Rosa Sloan (sister), Oza Allen (sister), Patricia Thaxton (sister), and Robert Thomas (brother). She is survived by Oscar Dale Rice (husband), Oscar Dale Rice, Jr. (son), Tina Rice Wilson (daughter / wife to Jason Wilson), Corrine Mae McArthur (granddaughter / wife to Tyler McArthur), and Ada Rose Wilson (granddaughter), along with several loving nieces and nephews.

Naomi had many remarkable traits, but one of the most notable was her ability to remember birthdays. She never faltered when it came to making someone feel special, seen, and cherished. She had a remarkable ability to set a new example for those around her every day. She touched the lives of so many and made sure to never let you leave on an empty stomach.

To know her was to love her. To be loved by her meant you knew, always, that someone loved you a bushel, a peck, and a hug around the neck. Her invaluable wisdom, gentle nature, and her contagious laughter made her who she was, the amazing woman we all know and love. May she rest in peace.

View Naomi R. Rice's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

03/24/2026

Kay Delores Graham

Kay Delores Graham, age, 90, of Hendersonville, Tennessee passed away on March 21, 2026. Kay was born on May 15, 1935 in Adams Center, New York to the late Roy and Leta Briggs.

Kay’s educational journey was marked by determination and excellence. She graduated from Adams Center High School in 1953 and further pursued her passion for business by completing her studies at Central City Business Institute in Syracuse in 1955, where she was honored with the highest award in accounting.

She devoted 34 years of her life working for American Airlines.

Beyond her professional life, Kay found joy in a variety of interests. She enjoyed playing piano, hiking, and dancing.

In addition to her parents, Kay is preceded in death by beloved husband, Edward Joseph Graham; and her brothers, Lyle and Ryle Briggs.

Kay is survived by several nieces and nephews who loved her dearly.

The visitation for Kay will be held on Thursday, March 26, 2026 from 12-2 pm at Hendersonville Funeral Home (353 E. Main St., Hendersonville, TN 37075). The funeral service will begin at 2 pm at the same location, with burial to follow.

View Kay Delores Graham's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

03/23/2026

Tara Oliver

View Tara Oliver's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

03/23/2026

🌟 Employee Spotlight: Ashley Hall 🌟

Meet Ashley Hall, one of our dedicated Advanced Planning Specialists! 💐 Originally from West Virginia and now happily settled in Tennessee, Ashley is a proud wife, mom, and fur-mom to two lovable pups. She’s passionate about live music, Disney magic, cheering “Who Dey!”, and preserving the season’s harvest through gardening and canning.

Since 2022, Ashley has been guiding families with compassion and care in her prearrangement role—helping ease burdens before they even arise. Her heart for service and genuine kindness make her an incredible part of our team! 💛

03/21/2026

🌷🐰 We’re just ONE WEEK away! 🐣✨

Join us at Hendersonville Funeral Home for our Easter Bunny “Egg” Stravaganza — a joyful community event filled with smiles, laughter, and family fun.

While our mission is to serve families during life’s most meaningful moments, we also cherish opportunities like this to come together in celebration, connection, and lighthearted joy.

Bring the kids, invite your friends, and enjoy a special day with the Easter Bunny, egg hunts, and more! 💐

📅 Mark your calendars — we can’t wait to welcome you!

03/20/2026

This week, some of our team members had the privilege of attending an intensive Funeral Celebrant training at our sister location, Harpeth Hills Funeral Home—joining fellow professionals from multiple states.

Moments of loss call for more than just services—they call for compassion, personalization, and a deep understanding of the lives being honored. We are so proud of our staff for investing their time and heart into this important work, strengthening their ability to create meaningful, healing experiences for the families we serve.

We’re grateful for their dedication and inspired by the impact this will have across our community.

03/20/2026

Happy first day of spring! 🌸

Here at Hendersonville Memory Gardens, the season’s first blooms feel especially meaningful. As flowers open and colors return to the landscape, they offer a gentle reminder of reflection and the enduring beauty of the lives remembered here.