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Watch Alan Jackson Perform 'He Stopped Loving Her Today' at George Jones' Funeral

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 10 May 2013 15:00:57 +0000

Country superstar Alan Jackson closed out George Jones' funeral service in Nashville last Thursday with a fitting version of 'He Stopped Loving Her Today.' Now, the Grand Ole Opry has placed the video online for fans to enjoy.

Family, Friends and Fans Come Together for George Jones' Funeral – Pictures

Billy Dukes — Fri, 03 May 2013 15:00:27 +0000

George Jones was laid to rest on Thursday (May 2). After a nearly three-hour-long celebration of his life at the Grand Ole Opry, the country legend was buried during a service at the Woodlawn Cemetery in Nashville. It was an emotional day, but not one without a few smiles -- and even bursts of laughter -- as friends, family and fans shared memories of the Possum.

Westboro Baptist Church to Picket George Jones' Funeral

Christina Vinson — Thu, 02 May 2013 11:00:24 +0000

Westboro Baptist Church has announced that they will picket the funeral of country great George Jones, which is to be held Thursday (May 2) at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville. The organization — which many rightfully refer to as a hate group — calls Jones a “drunkard,” saying he “used his talent to [...]

George Jones' Funeral to Be Televised, Streamed Online

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 01 May 2013 16:00:27 +0000

The funeral for legendary country singer George Jones will be televised, streamed online and aired on radio. The service, which takes place on Thursday (May 2) at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, will feature tribute performances by a number of country stars and will air live on GAC, CMT and more from 11AM [...]

George Jones' Funeral Service Announced

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 10:00:36 +0000

The details for George Jones' funeral service have been announced. The iconic country singer will be laid to rest on Thursday, May 2 in Nashville. In an honor fit for such a legendary talent, Jones' funeral will take place at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tenn. To accommodate the enormous outpouring of fan support, the service will be open to the public.

Woman's Last Wish to Euthanize Her Dog and Bury It With Her

Doug — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 20:42:17 +0000

I know many of you are animal lovers and treat your dog or cat as a member of the family. I know I'm very pet friendly and can't remember a very long period of time without one. This morning, I read this story of a woman who had died as a result of cancer at the age of 68. She requested that her guide dog be buried with her. I'm thinking that sounds like a good request that when a person dies, they would like whenever their dog or cat dies to be buried with the owner. However, that is not what was requested. She had her guide dog euthanized and buried with her for her funeral.

Your Funeral Won't Be So Depressing If You Hire People to Attend It

Drew Weisholtz — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 15:53:27 +0000

Would you bring a ringer in to your funeral? Because it might become a thing. A British company called Rent a Mourner does exactly what you think it does: it rents out people to show up to funerals so the deceased can have a proper memorial. The cost? About $68 per person. The company promises [...]

Loyal Dog Attends Mass Every Day At Church Owner's Funeral Was Held

Jeremy Taylor — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 17:50:02 +0000

Here’s a story for you if you’re in need of a good cry but don’t feel like smashing your thumb with a hammer. One dog is so loyal to his owner, that he has continued to go to mass at the church where her funeral was held months ago. Still no tears? Read the details. [...]

Community Members Pay Tribute to Librarian Lynn Phillips During Funeral Procession [PHOTOS]

Sam Schleicher — Thu, 31 May 2012 17:25:45 +0000

The funeral for Lynn Phillips was held at the Celebration Center in Sedalia this morning (May 31). Former students, parents and community members gathered along the east side of Highway 65 to honor the Skyline librarian by holding up children’s books as the procession passed. The tribute was organized by the Sedalia School District.

Touching Tribute Planned for Skyline Librarian Lynn Phillips

Doug — Wed, 30 May 2012 16:01:43 +0000

The Sedalia School District plans to have a tribute to their librarian, Lynn Phillips, who lost her battle with cancer on Saturday, May 26. They are asking students, past and present and anyone else who would like to line the east side of Highway 65 holding a children’s book as the processional passes on Thursday, May 31. They ask that you be in place by 11:15 a.m.