Murfreesboro Funeral Home

04/24/2026

Visiting a grief support group can help you in your grief journey, but what should you expect when you go? Read the article below to learn what your experience at a grief support group might look like.

Visiting a grief support group for the first time can be intimidating. Learn what to expect by reading this article!

04/22/2026

Exercising can boost your mood by helping to ease negative thoughts! In this article, discover how exercise and therapy offer similar benefits for your mental health.

A recent research review shows that exercise may be nearly as effective as therapy in managing depression. However, experts caution that exercise should be an adjunctive treatment for depression and not a replacement for therapy.

04/21/2026

If you have considered planning ahead or just gathering information regarding preplanning; Join us on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 either 11:30am or 6:00pm for our seminar. We will offer you all kinds of information or if you would like to go ahead and pre-plan then, you can. We will be serving snacks so come out and enjoy on us.

04/20/2026

Stephanie Ann Reed, age 50, of Woodbury, TN passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2026.

She was born on April 3, 1976, in Donelson, TN to Steve and Brenda Reed.

Stephanie worked at Alvin C York as a Nursing Assistant.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Eddie Jakes.
Stephanie is survived by her daughter, Anna Reed; son, Jesse Reed; grandson, Anthony Reed; parents, Steve and Brenda Reed; sister, Katherine (Grady) Mosley; nephew, Douglas (Morgan) Mosley; niece, Lilly (Logan) Turner; and many extended family members.

Visitation with the family will be held on Friday, April 24, 2026, from 4pm – 6pm with a Celebration of Life service to follow at 6pm in the chapel. Pastor Bob Bush will officiate.

04/20/2026

04/17/2026

If you have a loved one entering hospice care, there are likely many questions on your mind about their care. One of those concerns may pertain to medical supplies and equipment. Where do they come from? Does hospice provide them? Click the link to learn more as you prepare to care for your loved one in their final days.

Not sure whether hospice care provides medical equipment and supplies? Check out this article to get your questions answered!

04/15/2026

Ben Franklin had many accomplishments in his lifetime, including inventing many useful items. This article lists 9 inventions, some of which are well-known and others that might surprise you!

The lightning rod is just one way Franklin improved daily life.

04/15/2026

James Robert “JR” Hayes, age 80, of Murfreesboro, TN went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, April 13, 2026.

He was born on November 22, 1945, to the late Clellon and Kathleen Hayes.

JR was a lifelong resident of Rutherford County. He graduated from Auburntown High School and retired from Textron Aerostructures (AVCO) after 30 years of service.

He became a Christian in February of 1979, was a member of Hillview Baptist Church, and had been a member of the Masonic Lodge for 50+ years. He was currently serving at Jobba Lodge 411 in Gladeville, TN.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Carolyn (Tom) Byerley; and brother, Terry Hayes.

JR is survived by the love of his life of 46 years, Rachel Burger Hayes; children; Donny (Annessa) Hayes, Sharon Hayes, Chris (Karen) Hayes, Melanie Bowen, Vicki Lewis (Chris) Gibson; grandchildren; Kyle Hayes, Brittney (Justin) McKee, Joseph (Sarah) Traughber, Shelby (Tyler) Veron, Jacob (Tori) Jernigan, Maggie (Kagan) Warren, Luke Bowen, Azalea Gibson, great grandchildren; Michael Traughber, Ethan Traughber, Addison McKee, Hayes McKee, Noah James Bowen, Sadie Warren, Nolan Veron, Spencer Veron, Ellie Jernigan; sister; Sherry Hayes, special friend; Jimmy Todd, and many beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Visitation with the family will be held at Murfreesboro Funeral Home on Friday, April 17, 2026, from 4:00pm – 8:00pm. Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 18, 2026, at 1:00pm with Bro. Tom Brantley officiating. Interment will follow at Evergreen Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Donny Hayes, Chris Hayes, Jeff Scantland, Jacob Jernigan, Dale Bryson, Luke Bowen, Chad Burger, Kagan Warren, and Chris Gibson.

04/14/2026

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04/10/2026

Grief can sometimes feel disjointed - a cry here, a burst of anger there; a deep sadness today, a crush of guilt tomorrow. In this article, Dr. Alan Wolfelt, renowned author and grief counselor, urges us to trust the process of grief. As you surrender to the mystery, your experience of love and grief will create a changed you. A you who has not only survived but who has learned to thrive again in a new form and in a new way. Click the link to learn more!

In our lives, we all participate in rituals. To learn more about the healing aspects of rituals, take a few moments to read this article.

04/10/2026

Mary Ann Elioff Obituary

Mary Ann Elioff, age 86 of Murfreesboro, TN passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 7, 2026.

She was on October 26, 1939 in Chicago, IL to the late George and Irene Elioff.

Mary will be deeply missed by all her friends at Westbrook Towers.

No services are planned.