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The Spring Hill Difference
Since 1780, we have been honored to deliver healing experiences to the Nashville community. We exist to serve the unique needs of every family. Learn our story. Lean on us. And let our expertise lead you through the best experience possible.
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Our Story
We invite you to discover who has made Spring Hill Funeral Home & Cemetery the ultimate provider of creating healing experiences in the community. This section contains the heritage, vision, and the people behind Spring Hill Funeral Home & Cemetery's reputation of quality, sincerity, and trust.

1780
The history of Spring Hill dates back to the 1780s when the first settlers moved in from the Cumberland settlement into an area six miles east of Nashville called Haysboro.

1813
The grounds were designated as Craighead Spring Hill Cemetery, named after Rev. Thomas B. Craighead.

1888
A company of gentlemen chartered Spring Hill Cemetery for the sale of lots and marketed it as a modern final resting place. These directors drew up the rules of governing, maintaining and protecting the lots, monuments, and procedures of interment.

1925
As the city grew, the population spread outward encompassing the surrounding counties. A modern downtown area with skyscrapers, city park systems, electric street cars, automobiles and entertainment centers made Nashville a thriving city in the early 1900s. In 1925, the Grand Ole Opry was born and Nashville would soon become known as Music City. Today several members of the Opry are interred and memorialized within the gates of historic Spring Hill.

1934
J. Taylor Stratton, a prominent stockholder, businessman and civic leader, spearheaded the management and growth of Spring Hill for 30 years. In 1934, Mary Stratton, Stratton’s daughter became president of the cemetery. Known as Miss Mary, she established new roads, statuary, plantings, and other improvements to the property.

1991
After the death of Mary Stratton's husband, Dr. James Hayes, a beloved Nashville physician, managed the operations of Spring Hill Cemetery. In 1991 he stepped down to President Emeritus and turned operations over to his son Rev. Jim Hayes. Rev. Hayes, a well known member of the clergy, worked hard to fulfill his mother’s legacy and serve the community.

1998
After Rev. Hayes’ sudden death in 1994 and Dr. Hayes’ death in 1996, the Rev. Hayes’ widow Marylyn Poteete Hayes and her daughters operated Spring Hill for many years. In the late 1990s they began working with funeral directors to design and construct a state of the art funeral home to better service their community.
Ground breaking occurred in June of 1997 and in 1998 the doors of Spring Hill Funeral Home were opened.

2024
Today Spring Hill Funeral Home & Cemetery is one of the largest funeral and cemetery providers in Nashville, it’s wide open spaces dotted with majestic trees and beautiful flower gardens offer tranquility and beauty not only to the families it serves but to the community as a whole.
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Our team
We're members of the local community who have many years of experience caring for families from all backgrounds and all walks of life. Families know they can count on us to provide them the comfort they need when they need it most.

Tonja Hebrank
Family Service Supervisor

Beth Crawford
Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer

Dr. Kevin Shrum
Community Outreach Director

Deby Lawson
Administrative Specialist
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Gwyn Winstead
Managing Partner of Operations
Gwyn proudly serves as Managing Partner of Operations. She joined the family at Spring Hill in 2023, bringing her leadership, experience, and passion to the team. She grew up in the cemetery and funeral industry in Middle Tennessee, closely watching her mother who retired recently after helping grow a small family firm into a multi-location operation serving thousands of families each year. Gwyn officially began her own career in the cemetery and funeral profession in 2017, working her way up in a local funeral operation print shop where she progressed from production specialist to graphic designer, creating meaningful memorial stationary for families. She touched the lives of many during their time of loss. She went on to provide support to the pre-planning team working with the director of advance planning, where she provided daily encouragement and leadership to over 40 pre-arrangement counselors, throughout Tennessee and Mississippi. She was honored to bring her years of service in the profession to Spring Hill in 2023, initially to support and guide the administrative team, and in 2025 was promoted to managing partner. The history and legacy of the operation give her pride and feed her desire to serve. Gwyn and her husband, Justin, are raising three beautiful daughters. They are steadfast members of Charlotte Road Baptist Church, where the two met.

Zach Bunch
Funeral Home Manager
Zach joined the compassionate team at Spring Hill Funeral Home and Cemetery in 2025, bringing with him a wealth of experience, dedication, and a profound sense of accountability. With a heartfelt commitment to serving families during their most challenging times, Zach believes in providing exceptional care that honors the memories of loved ones while supporting those left behind.
Born and raised in Northwest Tennessee, Zach's journey into the funeral profession was deeply personal. The passing of his father in 2009 ignited a passion within him to help others navigate their grief. This pivotal moment led him to officially embark on his career in the funeral industry in 2010, starting as a staff associate at White-Ranson Funeral Home in Union City, TN. Over the years, he has honed his skills and developed a reputation for exceeding expectations, a quality he proudly brings to his role as Funeral Home Manager at Spring Hill.
At Spring Hill, Zach is honored to support and guide the administrative team, drawing inspiration from the rich history and legacy of the operation. His commitment to service is not just a job; it is a calling that fuels his desire to make a meaningful impact on the lives of families during their times of need.
Outside of his professional life, Zach is an avid supporter of the Tennessee Volunteers, passionately following their games and celebrating their victories. He also serves as a Public Address Announcer for various sports events in the Middle Tennessee area, where he enjoys engaging with the community and fostering school spirit.

Justin Hernandez
Managing Partner of Family Services
Justin joined the compassionate team at Spring Hill Funeral Home and Cemetery in 2025, bringing a rich professional background and a profound commitment to serving others. He is now privileged to bring his passion and expertise to Spring Hill as Managing Partner of Family Services.
Originally from California's Bay Area and a proud UC Berkeley alumnus, Justin's professional journey began in sales, leading him to become a licensed realtor in both California and Texas, and eventually the National Director of Sales. It was his pivotal role as Family Service Supervisor at Restland Funeral Home in Dallas, TX, that truly resonated.
Justin finds immense satisfaction in helping families navigate challenging times and create a lasting, positive impact for generations. This purpose fuels his work at Spring Hill every day, and it's a feeling that brings him profound satisfaction daily.

Gracie Mashburn
Funeral Director and Embalmer Apprentice
Gracie joined the Spring Hill team in June of 2023. She received her Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga in 2022 and an Associates of Arts in Funeral Service from John A. Gupton in 2024. Gracie is a Lawrence County native; she and her corgi, Margo, now call Nashville home.

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.

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.”

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.”
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What Families Are Saying
I truly appreciate the help Mr. Zach Bunch offered in resolving a difficult problem. He was very kind and attentive. After a few phone calls my concerns over cremations were answered and resolved. I was greatly relieved and believe I found excellent help when needed. Thank you Mr. Bunch.
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Grace and Zach went above and beyond for my daughters funeral!! They took care of everything we asked for and was very helpful, nice and respectful to me, my family and our friends and I'm very thankful and grateful and I recommend Springhill!!
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Scott, he was awesome at helping me with info. W finding my lost loved one. Thx
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Springhill funeral home is top notch. Such an amazing group of associates working there. When I lost my son I was devastated and Tara,Beth and Tonya were so comfortable talking to and helping me make arrangements. The team walked me through the entire process and was avaiable any time I needed them. Thank you Springhill funeral home and staff
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These people are wonderful. Very helpful in helping me locate my family’s sites. Very kind. And very respectful. Thank you guys.
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Ms Tami Jacobs was amazing she helped us find my husbands great grandfather who never a had a head stone who was burried in 2003 she found him with in 10-15 minutes of us being there and took us to exactly where he was she was the greatest help .
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