Heritage Funeral Home

01/29/2026

Ever hear a song and instantly feel transported to another time?

There's real science behind it. Music activates the hippocampus and amygdala, the parts of your brain responsible for memory and emotion. When those areas light up together, memories don't just return. They return with feeling.

That's why a single song can take you back to a wedding, a road trip, or a moment with someone you love. The melody unlocks the memory and the emotion all at once.

01/28/2026

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View Marie P Beard's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

01/27/2026

It takes a special kind of person to do this work. We're blessed to have a team that shows up with compassion, every family, every time.

01/26/2026

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View Brenda Jane Wheatley's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

01/26/2026

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View Crystal Dee Hood Craig's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

01/25/2026

It's rarely the big moments we hold onto after someone is gone. It's the little things.

The way they laughed. The stories they told a hundred times. Sunday morning routines. Inside jokes no one else would understand. The sound of their voice when they said your name.

And the objects that carry those memories. A favorite coffee mug. A worn recipe card in their handwriting. A watch they wore every day. A sweater that still smells like them.

These small, ordinary moments and simple belongings stay with us because they remind us of who someone really was and how deeply they were loved.

01/23/2026

The start of a new year is filled with talk of fresh starts and resolutions. But for those carrying grief, January can feel heavy. The pressure to "move forward" can feel impossible when your heart is still anchored to someone you've lost. If that's you, here's your reminder: you don't have to have it all together.

A few gentle ways to care for yourself this new year:

-Let yourself feel whatever comes up. Grief doesn't follow a schedule. Give yourself permission to feel it all without judgment.

-Set boundaries. You don't have to say yes to every gathering or invitation. Protect your energy.

-Honor your loved one in small ways. Light a candle. Look at old photos. Say their name out loud.

-Lean on people who understand. Grief is not meant to be walked through alone.

-Be patient with yourself. Healing doesn't have a finish line. It takes the time it takes.

01/21/2026

Say hello to the Heritage team! 👋

Rick was born in El Dorado, Arkansas and is the son of the late J.E. Points and the late Leona Points. He is married to Teresa Points, a well known real estate agent in Maury County and Williamson County. He has three daughters: Sabrina Pritchard of Arkansas, Karleana Brooks of Texas, and Hannah Points of Columbia, TN. Rick is proud of his four granddaughters and two great grandchildren.

Rick began his work as a Cemeterian in 1990 in North Little Rock, Arkansas before moving to Tennessee in 1992 where he continued his career in serving families in the most difficult point in their lives. Because of his desire to minister to families during such a difficult time, he became a licensed funeral director in 1995 and continues to serve families at Heritage Funeral Home and Maury Memorial Gardens. Rick is also known for his love of officiating funeral services for many families.

In his spare time, Rick loves eating out and going shopping with his girls.

01/19/2026

Today we honor the life and legacy of a man who changed the world through love, service, and courage.

01/17/2026

Fact: Funerals and memorial services can be as unique as the person being honored. Religious, spiritual, secular, or a blend of traditions—there's no right or wrong way to say goodbye. What matters most is that it feels meaningful to you.

01/14/2026

What sets us apart? Our people.

At Heritage Funeral Home & Cremation Services, we treat every family like our own. From burial and cremation to pre-planning and grief support, we're here to walk alongside you every step of the way.

Locally owned. Proudly serving Columbia and the surrounding areas.To learn more about us, please visit: https://bit.ly/3YnOrGi

01/12/2026

https://www.tnfunerals.com/obituaries/michael-morton

View Michael Wayne Morton's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.