Murfreesboro Funeral Home

02/23/2026

02/20/2026

Finding the right funeral home is an important step when planning ahead for funeral wishes. This article shares 10 characteristics you should look for when deciding which funeral home to partner with for your funeral planning needs.

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02/18/2026

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02/18/2026

Mary Ruth Bazzell, age 79 of Christina, TN passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at Community Care of Rutherford County.

She was a native Tennessean, born in Sunbright Tennessee. Mary was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother as well as a retired realtor, working in Rutherford County for over 30 years.

Mary was preceded in death by her mother, Gertrude Lindsey Robinson and her father Ira I. Robinson.

She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Stephen Thomas Bazzell; son Stephen Shane (Elizabeth) Bazzell; and daughter, Robin Lynn (Troy) Hunt; nine grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren.

Visitation with the family will be held at Murfreesboro Funeral Home on Saturday, February 21, 2026 from 1pm - 4pm with a Celebration of Life service to follow at 4m in the chapel.

02/16/2026

Happy Presidents' Day! Did you know that when Presidents' Day was first observed in 1879, it only applied to the District of Columbia? It wasn't until 1885 that it became a national holiday.

02/14/2026

Jerry Lee “Moe” Alderson, age 82 of Bell Buckle, TN passed away peacefully on Friday, February 13, 2026.

Born on February 6, 1944, in Shelbyville, TN to the late Joel T. and Elizabeth Edwards Alderson.

Also preceded in death by his sister, Peggy Woodson.

He is survived by his son, Joel Alderson; granddaughter, Makenzie Alderson; brother, Thomas (Lucy) Alderson; nieces, Vicki (Mark) Henley; Mickey Woodson; Michelle Thompson; nephews, Johnny (Becky) Woodson; Chad Alderson; Brad Alderson; and numerous extended family members.

Graveside services will be held at Woodfin Cemetery in Fosterville, TN on Monday, February 16, 2026, at 2pm with Carter Woodruff officiating.

02/14/2026

Sharon Annette Hicks, a life-long resident of Bellefonte, PA, passed away unexpectedly on January 23, 2026, while visiting family in Murfreesboro, TN at the age of 59.

Sharon was born to Richard and Mary Hicks on November 26, 1966, in Bellefonte Hospital as one of four children.

She graduated Bellefonte Area High School Class of 1984, and attended South Hills School of Business and Technology. She was a mother to three daughters, and a grandmother to one granddaughter. For the last few years, Sharon has worked in her community at Bellefonte’s Faith Centre Thrift Store.

A Bellefonte native, Sharon lived and worked nearly all her life in Centre County, with a few years in Arizona, but always coming home. Her young life was spent exploring the wilderness with her siblings, or biking through downtown with friends. She took joy in connecting with her community, known affectionately at local farmer’s markets and craft fairs as ‘the soap lady,’ or through her work at the Faith Centre.

Sharon had a great love for good music, good company, and time spent in nature. Her children will remember her tubing, camping, hiking, and never missing the opportunity to dance or pick wildflowers. She loved to laugh, believed the best food came with the least chemicals, and will be remembered for her open heart, her strong, free, spirit, and a great sense of humor.

Sharon is survived by her daughters, Desha Johnson; Jadie Perdue; granddaughter, Lainey Johnson; brother, Ted Hicks; sister, Margaret Hicks; and beloved cats Monica, Rachel, and Phoebe.

She is predeceased by her eldest daughter, Chandra McCloskey; her parents, Richard Hicks and Mary Ellis; her aunt, Margaret Richmond; her sister, Tina Hicks; and her stepmother, Kathy Hicks.

A memorial will be held for Sharon from 11am to 2pm on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at the Gamble Mill Speakeasy. (160 Dunlop St., Bellefonte, PA, 16823) A celebration of life will follow from 4pm to 9pm at the residence of Sheila Knupp Stever. (203 Fishing Creek Rd, Mill Hall, PA, 17751).

Sharon’s family asks you to bring stories, pictures, and food to share for the evening celebration.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Sharon’s name to Centre County PAWS, and she would encourage you to pick wildflowers whenever you can.

02/14/2026

As we celebrate Valentine's Day, let's remember that love isn't limited. Share the spirit of Valentine's Day with your children, your spouse, your friends, and your family.

02/13/2026

Are you grieving the loss of a spouse this Valentine’s Day? If you are, please find comfort in this article that validates the strong emotions you’re feeling and offers support on the grief journey ahead.

Losing your soulmate is heartbreaking and lifechanging. As a grieving spouse, read these 10 mourning rights and grieve the way you need to.

02/11/2026

Meal kits sound like an easy way to prepare a complete meal, but are they as healthy as gathering the ingredients yourself? This article offers insight?into whether you should invest in them!

Meal delivery kits have hit the market in many forms but are meal kits healthy alternatives to traditional meals? Read more to find out.

02/10/2026

Our beloved Gaberial left our embrace, embarking on an epic adventure to Heaven on February 1st, 2026, at the age of 42. Gaberial graduated from Oakland High School. He was an avid sportsman who lettered in football and track and field. He was employed at General Mills for 21 years. He will be remembered as a devoted son, father, brother, cousin and friend. He brought joy, happiness, fun-loving spirit, and loved spirited conversations. He enjoyed sports, video games, fantasy football, music and reading the bible to strengthen his relationship with God.

He is survived by his mother, Sheila; brother Andreais; daughter, Amiyah; Aunts, Cheryl, Sonya, Karen (Eric); Uncles, Charles and Greg (Adowa); his dear cousins, Tony, Malcolm, Tiffany, Charise, Gregory, Jaydan, Kayla, Vincent, Landan, Harlan, Mason and Shia along with a host of extended cousins and friends.

02/10/2026

Michael George Archambeault, age 60, of Murfreesboro, TN passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2026.
He was born on January 19, 1966, in Waynesboro, VA to George and Bernice Archambeault.
He entered the Army from 1984-1990 in the 82nd Airborne Military Policeman. He worked for Big G Express Inc. starting in 2011.
He was preceded in death by his father, George Alexander Archambeault; maternal grandmother, Berenice McAlister Paciello; maternal grandfather, Howard Sooy; and maternal step grandfather, Frank Paciello.
He is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Melissa Dawn Archambeault; children, Rebeca (Jon) Thomsen of Murfreesboro, TN; Michael A. Archambeault of Murfreesboro, TN; Holly (Jeff) Dantzler of Pensacola, FL; mother, Berenice Archambeault of Waynesboro, VA; siblings, Susan Archambeault of Hampton, VA; Joseph (Anne) Archambeault of Forrest, VA; Therese (Bill) Bailey of Clayton, NC; Poppa to Elizabeth Vaughn-Haggstrom; Kathrin Thomsen; Sofia Davidson; Harley Davidson; Haley Davidson; and many beloved nieces and nephews.
He was a semi-truck driver for over 30 years. He loved being a truck driver. He was an amateur radio operator; he had many friends. He never met a stranger and loved to talk about anything. He was a loving husband, father, and Poppa. He will be missed dearly.
Visitation with the family will be held at Murfreesboro Funeral Home on Sunday, February 15, 2026, from 1pm – 3pm with a Celebration of Life service to follow at 3pm.
In lieu of flowers the family request donations be made in his name to K9 for Warriors.