Tara Jones Bessling

General Manager, Licensed Funeral Director & Embalmer

Tara Bessling joined the Spring Hill staff 11 years ago and is the General Manager. She is a member of Long Hollow Baptist Church, the 2013 past president of the Madison Rivergate Chamber of Commerce, on the Board of Directors for King's Daughters Child Development Center and a member of the Tennessee Funeral Director's Association. Tara graduated from John A. Gupton Mortuary College with a degree in Mortuary Science and was previously in the funeral industry for 23 years. Tara is married to her husband Gary and they have two children Callie & Matthew. When we asked what attracted Tara to this field, She said: “As a child, I had wanted to be a part of the funeral industry, I feel it is a calling.” When asked to give the proudest moment in this profession Tara said: “The most important and rewarding part of my job is to help families through their darkest moments. It is an honor to work at Spring Hill and serve the families of middle Tennessee.”

Kyle Pete

Chapel Location Manager & Funeral Director

Kyle brings 18+ years in the industry, graduate from Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science (PIMS) with a degree in Mortuary Science, 9+ years licensed as a director and embalmer with 5+ years of cemetery and management experience. Kyle oversees the day-to-day operations of the funeral home and staff, meet with families to make arrangements for their loved ones, and partner with the team to ensure all of our families have the best possible experience. Serving the families of the Greater Nashville Area and beyond is one of his favorite parts of his position. Being who I am, is one way to give back to my community. As a Christian, this is how I minister and help others in their time of need.

Kyle is married to his beautiful wife Chelsea who is a wonderful bonus mom to his daughter Mckayla. They have two dogs, Lilly (miniature dachshund) and Winston (Morkie) that complete his family.

Stephanie Downs

Office Manager

Is from Nashville, Tennessee. Has 3 children, Autumn 16, Alanah, 9 and Ace, 5. She is married to Michael who is a part of the Spring Hill family grounds crew. Is a Stratford High School Alumni, class of 99. In her free time, she loves spending time with family, going to movies, playing sports and gardening. There is such a reward in knowing you have helped someone in there time of need.

Jim Jones

Cemetery Superintendent & Grounds Manager

Jim Jones joined Spring Hill in the maintenance department 6 years ago and is the park Superintendent. Jim has 30 years of previous experience. When we asked what attracted Jim to this field, He said: “My daughter is employed here.”

Suzanne Angel-Griggs

Director of First Impressions

Suzanne was previously a letter carrier for the US postal service for 25 years. When we asked what attracted Suzanne to this field, She said: “I love people and consider it an honor to come a long beside them and help through the hardest moments of their lives.” Suzanne is the proud mom of four children and four grandchildren. She enjoys working with children , her garden, hiking and reading. When asked to give the proudest moment in this profession Suzanne said: “When you have helped a family through the visitation and funeral and they prepare to leave and feel like part of your family… when the final hugs and tears feel like the beginning of a friendship.”

Jason Quesenberry

Funeral Director & Embalmer

I joined Spring Hill Funeral Home & Cemetery in 2018. I was born and raised around my grandfather's funeral homes in southern West Virginia. I enjoy hunting, fishing, good music and good food. I'm proudly continuing a family tradition. I'm a 3rd generation of my family to serve families.

Alexandria Sibley-Holt

Funeral Director & Embalmer

Graduated from John A. Gupton Mortuary College in 2015 with a degree in mortuary science. She is blessed with a wonderful husband and a beautiful, little girl.

Alexandria believes this profession is a calling. She thrives on being able to help families through some of the most difficult times they will face. And giving them the guidance they need in order to move on. She enjoys building long and lasting relationships with the families she serves.

Lauren Griffin- Roach

Funeral Director & Embalmer

Lauren joined the team shortly after graduating as Valedictorian of her class from John A. Gupton College of Mortuary Science in Nashville. She is married to Cody, and together they have a little boy named Clay. They live in Gallatin with their cats Puglsey and EggRoll, and their dog Harley.
When asked about her favorite part of funeral service, Lauren said, “One of the most important things to me is being able to provide a family a beautiful and lasting memory of their loved one. I take pride in the care that I show each loved one prior to their visitation/ funeral or cremation service. I know the value of making sure every detail is taken care of in the planning, preparation and conducting a funeral. I promise to take care of your family, just as if you were part of my family.”

David Paul Thain

Family Service Advisor

David Thain joined the Spring Hill team January 2015 & has 2 yrs of experience in the profession.

David's mission is helping families create a memorable life celebration for their loved one. Helping people through difficult times in their lives. Really rewarding career offering compassion, support and guidance to others through challenging times. During my personal time I enjoy fitness, health & wellness, biking, hiking, yoga and cooking. I am also a musician, vocalist and pianist. Piano influences: Floyd Cramer, Jerry Lee Lewis Vocal influences: Elvis, Merle Haggard, Keith Whitley

Allen Riley

Staff Associate

Allen joined Spring Hill in May of 2015. He is a research specialist working with families to gather all pertinent documentation. The most important thing in Allen's life is Jesus Christ and his service to him. Allen's background consists of non-denominational evangelistic ministry. It is a privilege for Allen to conduct funeral services for families that do not have a minister or their minister is unavailable. Allen is confident in the power of the Lord God and humbly performs services at no charge to the funeral home or the family.

On his free time, Allen enjoys playing the guitar and keyboards for relaxation. He has over 40 years in the music business, which he is now retired from.

Gregory Hines

Staff Associate

I am originally from Brownsville, TN. My mother, older brother, and younger sister are still living in Brownsville, TN. I am here in Nashville going to John A. Gupton Mortuary School. I enjoy working for Spring Hill Funeral Home & Cemetery. I want to be in the funeral industry because I want to help people and I do not want my help to depend on me having to achieve a certain quota.

Rose Parker

Staff Associate

Rose Parker joined the Spring Hill staff 19 months ago and is in funeral support.
When we asked what attracted Rose to this field, She said: “It seemed like a good place to work a part-time job.” When asked to give the proudest moment in this profession Rose said: “At the end of visitation when when the family comes to you and tells you how much they appreciate us and that we've made this time easier.”

Carl Dunlap

Staff Associate

Married to my wife for 50 years, we have two kids, a boy, and a girl. I have four grandchildren. I served in Germany from 1966 to 1969 in the Army. Retired from the United Methodist Publishing House where I worked for 30 years. I've been retired for 10 years and enjoyed playing golf but, not very good at it. I've chosen this profession as I like to help families.

Donna Hoover

Staff Associate

Donna Hoover joined the Spring Hill staff. She is a member of Northside Church of Christ. Donna previously held various factory jobs including General Electric and Pinkerton Tobacco Co. Donna retired from infant daycare after 22 years and still misses her babies! When we asked what attracted Donna to this field, She said: “I enjoy people and decided I may be able to help families at Spring Hill Funeral Home. My husband has been employed at Spring Hill for 6 plus years, so he encouraged me to join the team.” Donna is married to Bill and enjoys word games and community activities When asked to give the proudest moment in this profession Donna said: “Spring Hill is full of genuinely caring, wonderful people whom I enjoy working with very much.”

Richard Staggs

Grounds Crew

Richard Staggs joined Spring Hill in the maintenance department 5 years ago and is on the grounds crew. Richard has 9 years of previous experience. When we asked what attracted Richard to this field, He said: “Being able to work outside.” When asked to give the proudest moment in this profession Richard said: “When I was able to rejoin my crew after surgery.”