Our Staff
Glen King
Licensed Funeral Director
Oak Lawn Funeral Home Manager
"I was born in Florida but was raised in the mountains of Harlan County, Kentucky. Being the son of a preacher, we were around the funeral service and would help wash cars and carry flowers to the cemetery. I have been in the funeral service for over 40 years in Tennessee and Kentucky. My wife Rhonda is a RN having worked in the hospitals in Nashville in the operating room and emergency room. She is now a private Registered Nurse doing Nurse Care Management. I enjoy spending time with my wife, traveling together. I also enjoy spoiling our 6 grandchildren. In my spare time, I love to golf, when possible, I enjoy music and collecting guitars. Working in the funeral services to me is one of the best jobs anyone could ever have. The fulfillment you get when you have helped a family through one of the hardest times of their life. "
Justin Pace
Licensed Funeral Director/ Embalmer
Crest Lawn Funeral Home Manager
Licensed Insurance Agent, Family Service Counselor
Registered Pre-Need Sales Agent,
Cemetery & Monument Sales Associate
Justin has been a Cookeville native since 1991. He was born to parents Terry and Susan Pace. Justin is a 2006 graduate of Cookeville High School and a 2015 graduate of John A. Gupton College. Justin, his wife Demetria and their 2 boys, Camden Jude, and McKinley "Mac" Crew attend Double Springs Church of Christ. “ He enjoys the going to games and watching the Tennessee Vols and the Nashville Predators. It is my priority to implement the practices that I have learned over the years working at Crest Lawn. My main goal is to continue the genuine care, compassion, and love for our community that we have over time. I am thankful for the opportunity to serve this great community. I have a passion to help families in their time of need and I am proud to be a part of the Signature Services Team at Crest Lawn."
Cameron Westbrook
Licensed Funeral Director/ Embalmer
Presley Funeral Home Manager
Cameron was born in Anderson, South Carolina and grew up in Kingsport, Tennessee where she attended Sullivan South High School and competed in gymnastics for 12 years. She moved to Nashville, Tennessee where she received a degree in Mortuary Science from John A. Gupton College. Cameron enjoys painting, crocheting, reading, and playing with her 2-year-old cat named Pile. She has worked in the funeral industry for about two and a half years in Nashville but has recently moved to Cookeville. “It’s very peaceful and everyone goes out of their way to help one another, including me. I look forward to making new friendships and serving my families with care and compassion.”
Brittny Sims
Apprentice Funeral Director
Brittny was born and raised in Cookeville, TN. Her and her husband Barry were married in 2021 and have seven wonderful children. She attended Cookeville High School and Genesis Career College and now continuing her life long dream job and passion of being able to help others in their time of need. Brittny is striving towards her goals in life for becoming a licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer she is fully committed to her job. “Death is something we all deal with and will go though at some point of our life. I enjoy being able to be there for families and hope to bring ease and comfort while guiding them through this difficult process.”
Keandrea Robbins Norris
Apprentice Funeral Director
"I have lived in Sparta, Tn my entire life. I graduated in 2007 from White County High School. I attended Liberty University and am now attending John A. Gupton College. My husband’s name is Brad Norris, and we have 3 children. Brad is a music teacher in White County. I have wanted to pursue a career in Funeral Service since I was 11 years old, so I am now serving my community, friends, and family in a way that is so important to me.
When I am not serving the families of the Upper Cumberland you can find me at Sparta football or basketball games watching my daughter cheer, fishing with my son, reading, or snuggling with my dog Boomer. It is truly my honor and privilege to be of service to your family and be a familiar face during times of need."
Robert Lamb
Non-Licensed Funeral & Cemetery Service Counselor
Monument Design Specialist
Licensed Insurance Agent
Registered Sales Agent
Robert was born and raised in White County. He is a graduate of White County High School and a veteran of the U.S. Army. Robert and his wife Debbie have two children and three grandchildren. During his free time, he enjoys yard work, golfing, and spending time with his family. Robert has been with us for about 16 years and says, “It’s an honor to work at Oak Lawn and to be able to serve the good families of this area in all of their funeral, cemetery and monument needs.”
Nick Bovee
Non-Licensed Funeral & Cemetery Service Counselor
Monument Design Specialist
Licensed Insurance Agent
Registered Sales Agent
Over the past five years, Nick has concentrated exclusively on pre-arrangement planning, enabling him to develop a deep understanding of the practical, emotional, and financial considerations that families face. Nick believes that thoughtful pre-arrangement planning offers peace of mind—not just for the individual, but for loved ones who will carry on afterwards. He listens deeply to personal stories and concerns, ensuring that each plan honors the unique life and values of the client, provides all options, costs, and potential variables are laid out in straightforward terms. Whether someone envisions an intimate gathering or a large celebration of life, Nick treats every preference with equal importance. Beyond his professional commitments, Nick is an active volunteer in several local organizations, including non profit foundations and charitable outreach groups. When he’s not assisting clients or attending a professional development event, Nick enjoys spending time with close friends and family, hiking regional trails and photographing scenic landscapes, amateur radio operation, and camping.
Will England
Non-Licensed Funeral Assistant
Will was born and raised in Sparta. After attending White County High School, he went on to Tennessee Tech where he received his BA in Secondary Education and his MA in Elementary Education. Will and his wife Renee have been married 38 years. They have two children, and three wonderful grandchildren. Will retired from the White County School System after 38 years and has been assisting us at both the Oak Lawn and Spencer locations for about three years. He is a Deacon at Central Church of Christ in Sparta. During their free time, Will and Renee love to travel, especially to The Smokey Mountains and to the beach. They also enjoy watching sports and gardening together. Will says, “I enjoy meeting people and helping them. It is rewarding to be able to be there for those I’ve known so long—being a part of this community, and ultimately giving back to my community.”
Rick Newman
Non-Licensed Funeral Assistant
Rick is originally from Mt. Pleasant, TX where he graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School. He relocated to Cookeville sometime in 1985 to be more active with Engrafted Word Church. He joined the Cookeville Fire Department, retiring in 2016 after 30 years serving his community. Rick and his wife Patricia are very involved at their church being they’ve both been involved with the ministry most of their lives. He stays busy splitting his time between the church and Presley. Rick enjoys watching TTU Basketball with his family and working in the community, as he rarely takes a day off. He’s been with us for about a year now, and says, “Working in the funeral home is like being a part of a ministry. I spent so much time helping save lives while I was at the Fire Dept. and now, I am on the opposite side of it, helping people who have lost the ones they love. I love serving people, always have. It isn’t the pay that matters, it is the lives that we touch.”
Michael Miller
Grounds & Service Superintendent (*Non-Licensed)
Mike is from Gridley, CA where he attended Gridley Union High School and then later went on to Butte College in Oroville, CA. He has resided in Gainesboro for the last 6 years. Mike has seven children and attends New Hope Baptist Church in Gainesboro. He brings experience to our staff as a certified forklift operator along with a CDL. During his free time, Mike enjoys riding motorcycles and billiards. He has been with Signature Funeral Services as the Grounds Crew Manager since 2019. “I am inspired to work at Crest Lawn because my father ran a cemetery before he passed, so it’s an honor to do what he did. I’ve always loved working outside and doing landscaping. I take pride in working to serve the families who choose our cemeteries.”
John Smith
Senior Grounds & Service Technician (*Non-Licensed)
Donald Phillips
Grounds & Service Technician (*Non-Licensed)
Most people know him as “Duck”. Donald is from Monterey, TN and has resided in Cookeville for the last 58 years. He attended High School in Algood, Tn. Previously he worked at Palk’s Feed Mill before he came to work for us at Crest Lawn Memorial Cemetery. He enjoys hunting and fishing in his free time. Donald has been part of the Crest Lawn family for 28 years and says, “I enjoy working outside and helping people.”
Kyle Sproyles
Grounds & Service Technician (*Non-Licensed)
Born and raised in Monterey, Tn, Kyle has five children who are is whole life. He enjoys basketball and spending time with family.
Andrew Nabors
Grounds & Service Technician (*Non-Licensed)
Andrew enjoys fishing and spending time with his family. He is a father of two; born and raised in White County. He is a God fearing man who strives to work daily on becoming a better person.