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McReynolds-Nave & Larson Funeral Home (Clarksville, TN) and Nave Funeral Home (Erin, TN) Founded in 1894 by Thomas E. McReynolds & Son Funeral Directors. E.R.

McReynolds-Nave & Larson Funeral Home has provided the Clarksville-Montgomery County community and surrounding areas with the highest level of professional service since 1894. McReynolds as McReynolds Funeral Directors later to become T.E. Operated by the McReynolds Family until 1976. In 1976 E.R. Nave of Nave Funeral Homes in Clarksville and Erin Tennessee acquired McReynolds Funeral Home. Nave and his sons, Larry Nave and Tony Nave, operated McReynolds-Nave Funeral Home. In 1986 Mr. Nave changed the name of the funeral home to McReynolds-Nave & Larson Funeral Home with the addition of his son-in-law Ed Larson to the firm. With over 100 years of service to our community we continue to pledge and ensure that the families we serve receive exceptional care and service above expectations.

03/28/2026

Your family's story is worth preserving. Here are five simple ways to start.

03/24/2026

Every family has that one recipe. The one nobody ever wrote down. Here's how to make sure it doesn't disappear:

1. Sit down with the person who makes it best. Watch them cook it. Ask questions as they go.

2. Cook it wrong on purpose (once). You'll quickly learn what makes their version special when yours doesn't taste the same.

3. Include the story behind it. Where did it come from? Who passed it down? Why does it matter?

4. Save it in their handwriting. Ask them to write it out on a recipe card. Their handwriting is part of the heirloom.

5. Pair it with a photo. A picture of them in the kitchen, an old holiday dinner, or even just the finished dish on their favorite plate.

03/21/2026

This one's for you. The one who's missing someone today.

The one who still reaches for the phone to call them. Even though you know they won't answer.

The one who hears a song and feels it all over again. Some memories don't fade — and that's okay.

The one who's fine until someone asks how you're doing. You don't always have to be strong.

The one who still sets an extra place at the table in your heart. Love doesn't end just because someone's gone.

The one who grieves in silence. We see you. You're not alone.

The love you carry for them? That doesn't go away. It just proves how much they mattered.

03/17/2026

Happy St. Patrick's Day! 🍀

03/11/2026

March 11 is National Funeral Director Day. Behind every service, every detail, and every moment of comfort is a person who chose this work because they care deeply about families. Today we honor the funeral directors who show up for others during life's hardest moments. Thank you for everything you do.

03/08/2026

Happy International Women's Day. To the mothers, grandmothers, sisters, daughters, and friends who hold families together with quiet strength and endless love. Every day we're grateful for you.

03/05/2026

A reminder that what we leave behind isn't measured in things. It's measured in the people we've touched, the moments we've shared, and the love we've given along the way.

03/02/2026

Planning ahead doesn't have to be overwhelming. Here are five things to think about as you get started:

1. What type of service feels right to you?

2. Where do you want your final resting place to be?

3. How do you want to be remembered?

4. Who do you want involved in the planning?

5. Does your family know your wishes?

You don't have to figure it all out today. But starting the conversation is the most important step.

02/27/2026

Psychologists have found that we don't remember experiences in full—we remember the peak moment and the ending. It's called the Peak-End Rule.

It's why the final farewell matters so much. A meaningful service gives families a moment of connection, reflection, and closure that stays with them long after the day ends. It's not about perfection. It's about creating a moment that honors a life and brings comfort to those left behind.

02/24/2026

These two terms are often used interchangeably, but they're not quite the same thing.

A visitation is a time for family and friends to gather, offer condolences, and support one another. The casket may be open or closed—or there may be no casket present at all.
A viewing specifically refers to a time when the deceased is present and the casket is open, allowing loved ones to see and say goodbye.

Both serve an important purpose in the grieving process. Not sure which is right for your family? We're here to help you understand your options.

02/20/2026

It's not about how long we're here. It's about how we show up, who we love, and what we leave behind.

02/16/2026

Planning ahead isn't just about you. It's about protecting the person you love from making impossible decisions during the hardest moment of their life.

When couples plan together, they give each other the gift of peace of mind. There's comfort in knowing you've taken care of each other. Not just today, but for the years ahead. Contact us today to take the first step.

Address

1209 Madison Street
Clarksville, TN
37040

Website

http://www.navefuneralhomes.com/

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