Oakes and Nichols, Inc.

Oakes and Nichols, Inc. Funeral & Cremation Services

Serving Columbia since 1856, Oakes & Nichols Funeral Home is proud to remain family-owned, offering generations of trusted, compassionate care with a legacy of professionalism, innovation, and community dedication.

Our prayer for the new year is that everyone in our community experiences hope, peace, and meaningful moments in 2026.Wh...
01/01/2026

Our prayer for the new year is that everyone in our community experiences hope, peace, and meaningful moments in 2026.

What’s your prayer for the year ahead? Share it with us. We’d love to hear what you’re wishing for!

As we say goodbye to this year, let’s take a moment to remember those we’ve lost and the love that still fills our heart...
12/31/2025

As we say goodbye to this year, let’s take a moment to remember those we’ve lost and the love that still fills our hearts.

If New Year’s was special for someone you’re missing tonight, drop a ❤️ below in their memory.

Wishing you peace, comfort, and hope in the year ahead.

You know that feeling of relief when the holidays are finally over?All the rushing and planning can be exhausting, but b...
12/28/2025

You know that feeling of relief when the holidays are finally over?

All the rushing and planning can be exhausting, but being prepared brings peace. The same is true in life when plans are made ahead, your loved ones can focus on what really matters.

Having the talk of a lifetime isn’t always easy, but it can bring comfort when it’s needed most.

Send us a message when you’re ready to start the conversation.

Why do we gather when someone we love passes away?Because when everything else feels out of control, being together help...
12/26/2025

Why do we gather when someone we love passes away?

Because when everything else feels out of control, being together helps us breathe again. Sharing stories, tears, and even laughter brings a little order back to the chaos of loss.

It’s how we remind each other that we’re not alone.

What Christmas song brings back your best memories?The one that reminds you of family gatherings, decorating the tree, o...
12/25/2025

What Christmas song brings back your best memories?
The one that reminds you of family gatherings, decorating the tree, or baking cookies.

Tell us your favorite song and what makes it special!

Wishing you a very Merry Christmas filled with love, laughter, and music that warms your heart.

Grief doesn’t take a holiday.This season can be beautiful and heavy all at once. If you are missing someone you love, ta...
12/22/2025

Grief doesn’t take a holiday.

This season can be beautiful and heavy all at once. If you are missing someone you love, take a moment to honor them. Share a holiday memory or tradition that still brings you comfort.

Together, we can make space for both joy and remembrance this Christmas.

Let’s settle this, Christmas Vacation style! We all have that one dish at the holiday table that makes us do what Clark ...
12/19/2025

Let’s settle this, Christmas Vacation style!
We all have that one dish at the holiday table that makes us do what Clark Griswold did when Cousin Eddie showed up… smile politely and pray someone else eats it first.

So tell us, what’s your least favorite holiday dish?
🍰 The fruitcake that could stop traffic?
🍒 Aunt Bethany’s mystery Jell-O?
🥘 Or maybe that “famous” casserole no one’s brave enough to touch?

Bonus points if you have an Uncle Eddie in your family who proudly brings it every year.

Drop your answer below and make us laugh. We could all use a little Griswold cheer this season.

Taking time now to plan things in advance allows us to reduce burdens later. End-of-life planning is the same. Plan for ...
12/17/2025

Taking time now to plan things in advance allows us to reduce burdens later. End-of-life planning is the same. Plan for your family today, so they won't worry later. Ready to get started?

This holiday season, let’s come together to spread kindness!What’s your favorite way to give back or show kindness to ot...
12/15/2025

This holiday season, let’s come together to spread kindness!

What’s your favorite way to give back or show kindness to others? Drop your ideas below and inspire our community to make a difference!

So many memories live within these walls.Families have come here to cry, to laugh, and to remember. There have been quie...
12/12/2025

So many memories live within these walls.

Families have come here to cry, to laugh, and to remember. There have been quiet moments of goodbye and stories that brought smiles through tears.

This place holds it all. It is where love shows up in its realest form, through grief, through memories, and through the people who gather to honor someone they love.

Our team of dedicated professionals serves with integrity and compassion, putting the needs of each family at the forefr...
12/10/2025

Our team of dedicated professionals serves with integrity and compassion, putting the needs of each family at the forefront of everything we do.

Do you still send Christmas cards?Some families keep the tradition alive every year, while others have traded stamps for...
12/09/2025

Do you still send Christmas cards?

Some families keep the tradition alive every year, while others have traded stamps for social media greetings.

We’d love to know if you are team “mail them out early,” “last-minute sender,” or “I just love getting them.”

Drop a 🎄 below and tell us your tradition.

Address

320 W 7th Street
Columbia, TN
38401

Opening Hours

Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

(931) 388-4711

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