About Us
Celebrating life since 1943
As a proud member of the Morristown community since 1943, we're honored to help families celebrate their loved ones. We pledge to ensure that every funeral and memorial service is deeply personal, fostering healing and remembrance.
Our promise
Today, tomorrow, and forever, our commitment to you stays the same.
Dignity
Every life is unique, and we promise to honor and respect each journey, crafting ceremonies that reflect each individual.
Guidance
Navigating grief can be overwhelming; we stand by you, providing direction and solace every step of the way.
Legacy
Beyond a service, we're committed to helping families create lasting tributes that transcend generations.
Our story
We have years of experience caring for families, from all walks of life. Each family comes to us because they know we are leaders in our profession, dedicated to excellence in service, and have the highest integrity.
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Our incredible staff
Helping families create lasting legacies is more than a job — it's our calling. We are here to support you in any way we can and will offer you the full attention, knowledge, and compassion you need.
Rev. Byron Chambers
Advance Planning Specialist
Taylor Rhea
Manager, Licensed Funeral Director and Licensed Embalmer
Taylor is a proud native of Gatlinburg, Tennessee. To this day, she continues to call Gatlinburg her home. She graduated from Gatlinburg Pittman High School in 2015. Taylor received her Funeral Director’s and Embalmer’s degree from John A. Gupton College in Nashville, TN. Before entering the funeral industry, Taylor worked as a retail manager, where she discovered her passion for helping people. She is determined to make a difference, one family at a time.
Dr. Leroy Davis
Funeral Assistant (Non-licensed)
Leroy is a native of Hawkins County, TN but has lived here in Hamblen County since 1992. He is an ordained minister and has been for 42 years, having pastored various Baptist churches in our area. Leroy holds degrees in Theology and Christian Ministry giving him a better understanding of the gospels and how to help our grieving families. He has been married to his wife Libby for 54 years. They have 2 grown children. Leroy has been with us since January of 2020 and says he, “loves comforting people when they are at their lowest hour of grief when having lost a loved one.”
A place of healing
We welcome you to explore the Alder Funeral Home facilities, and invite you to discover a comforting and peaceful place to honor your loved one.
We exist to serve the unique needs of every family
Seamless Arrangements
We'll help you with everything you need with a simple step-by-step process for all of your funeral, cremation and advanced planning.
Unique Funerals and Tributes
Every individual is unique. Which is why we offer fully customizable memorial services designed just for your family.
Around the Clock Support
We're here to answer any questions and help in any way we can – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
Hear from
the families
we've served
“Friendly, compassionate and very helpful at a very difficult time. Can never say thank you enough.”
Author:— Garlena Brockwell rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
“Very nice staff caring there to help anyway they can. It's a nice funeral home with affordable prices”
Author:— Nancy Kinsler rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
“Cody was very helpful in completing the process of cremation. I would recommend their services.”
Author:— Charles “Kc” Honaker rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
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We're hiring
Beyond the opportunity to truly make a difference, Alder Funeral Home offers competitive pay, a healthy work-life balance, and many opportunities for growth.