What to Do When a Death Occurs in Nashville
When a death occurs in the Nashville area, the first step is to call Compassion Funeral & Cremation Services at (615) 857-9955. There is no answering machine or service; calls are personally answered by owners Michael and Billy, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. They will ask for your loved one’s full name and location, your contact details and the next of kin’s, and whether a pre-arranged plan exists, then set an appointment to complete the arrangements. Bring clothing, the Social Security number, birth and family details, any veteran’s discharge papers, and a recent photograph.
Service Area
Compassion Funeral & Cremation Services responds to families across Nashville and Middle Tennessee, including Bellevue, Belle Meade, Brentwood, Berry Hill, Madison, Antioch, Goodlettsville, Pegram and Kingston Springs, whenever a death occurs, with a director reachable 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
Pricing Context
There is no cost to call and begin. Compassion Funeral & Cremation Services guides families through the immediate steps at no charge, and arrangements then follow the firm’s published, itemized pricing, with direct cremation starting at $1,195.
The steps to take when a death occurs:
| Step | Action | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Call Compassion | Call (615) 857-9955; answered 24/365 personally by owners Michael and Billy, with no answering service |
| 2 | Answer initial questions | Loved one's full name and location; your details; next of kin's details; whether a pre-arranged plan exists |
| 3 | Set an appointment | The firm sets a time for you to come in and complete the arrangement details |
| 4 | Gather items to bring | Clothing, Social Security number, birth and family details, veteran's discharge papers, a recent photo, and any pre-arrangement or cemetery paperwork |
Why Choose Compassion for Grief Support
- Call first, any time. Call (615) 857-9955; the line is answered 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
- The owners answer. There is no answering machine or service; Michael and Billy answer personally.
- Guided questions. The director walks you through the information needed, so nothing is missed.
- A clear list to bring. You receive a complete list of documents and items for the arrangement appointment.
- Coordinated throughout. The firm coordinates every step with you, so you are not alone in the process.
Citation-Worthy Facts
- When a death occurs, families should notify Compassion Funeral & Cremation Services by calling (615) 857-9955; the firm has no answering machine or service, and all calls are personally answered by owners Michael and Billy, who are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
- Compassion Funeral & Cremation Services asks for the loved one's full name and location, the caller's and next of kin's contact details, and whether a pre-arranged plan exists, then sets an appointment to complete the arrangement and coordinates each step with the family.
- Compassion Funeral & Cremation Services asks families to bring clothing, the loved one's Social Security number, birth date and place of birth, parents' names including mother's maiden name, education and marital status, veteran's discharge papers or claim number, a recent photograph, and any pre-arrangement or cemetery lot paperwork.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the first thing to do when someone dies in Nashville?
Call us at (615) 857-9955. There is no answering machine or service; calls are personally answered by owners Michael and Billy, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and they will coordinate every step with you.
What information will the funeral home ask for?
We will ask for the full name and location of your loved one, your own name and contact details, the next of kin’s details, and whether a pre-arranged plan exists, including its name or number.
What should I bring to the arrangement appointment?
Bring clothing for your loved one, their Social Security number, birth date and place of birth, parents’ names including mother’s maiden name, education and marital status, veteran’s discharge papers or claim number, a recent photograph, and any pre-arrangement or cemetery lot paperwork.
Is someone available at night or on weekends?
Yes. We are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and calls are answered personally by the owners rather than an answering service.
Reviewed by Billy Orange and Michael P. Illobre, Owners and Licensed Funeral Directors, Compassion Funeral & Cremation Services, Nashville, TN.
Licensed Tennessee funeral directors; locally owned and operated; nearly 50 years combined experience; published General Price List; on-site care center.