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of Columbia, TN understands that a dignified and meaningful farewell to a loved one can ease some of the emotional pain for a pet owner.

We give you an opportunity to say goodbye to your pet in a dignified, simple and affordable way. This not only allows you to pay tribute to your beloved companion, it also gives you and your family closure. Closure is an important step in the grieving process.

Our compassionate and knowledgeable staff is here to guide and inform families who are anticipating or grieving the loss of a beloved companion.


  • A funeral planning consultant to help educate you on the many choices that you have in memorializing you pet.


  • Grief information for you and your family.


  • Special information for children on death.


  • An opportunity to share in special holiday programs throughout the year in remembrance of your pet.


  • A pet friendly environment that welcomes all animals.


  • "Service after the Service" - A member of the Family Pals staff will follow up with you periodically to determine any other grief support that you might desire.


  • Outreach support for you and your circle of friends in seminars to guide your group on options available for a pet's death and the grief process.


  • Prearrangement kits available for advanced preparation.

  • Use of the Family Pals Crematory of Columbia, TN for Family Time.


  • A personalized service designed specifically for you, your friends, and the special relationship that you shared with your pet.


  • Use of the Family Pals Chapel or at a place special to you and your family.


  • Service Folders for those in attendance.


  • Personalized Cards.


  • Family Pals of Columbia, TN will personally assist you in extending invitations for your pet's service.

Williams Funeral Home was established in 1935 and purchased by Alan Blevins in 1982. Alan's daughter Lauren grew up in the funeral home business and after graduating from Belmont University decided to follow in her father's footsteps. Over the years friends and family inquired about services for their pets. Lauren's love for animals was the inspiration for Family Pals.

Family Pals goals is to assist pet owners in dealing with the loss of their loved one and to provide a dignified service that will help bring closure. The Blevins family and staff are committed to making these difficult decisions easier for all pet owners. You are welcome to bring your pet to our facility or we can send an experienced staff member to your home.

Whether you are a pet owner or one of our veterinarian partners we are committed to the highest standards available for pet cremation.

Our staff is available to you 24 hours a day at 931-388-6868 or our toll free number is 888-757-PALS.


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