Greg Patterson
General Manager, Licensed Funeral Director & Embalmer
A native of Cartersville, Greg is a graduate of Cass High School and Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Service, where he was awarded an Associate of Science degree in Funeral Service, and was the recipient of the Bill Pierce Award, an honor bestowed by his fellow classmates as the person most representative of funeral service. Greg served as the pastor of Macedonia Baptist Church for nine years. Greg's wife, the former Pam Sneed, is a native of Emerson. Greg and Pam have two sons, Drew and Luke, and they are members of Tabernacle Baptist Church. Greg enjoys putting his boat in the water and fishing every chance he gets. Greg joined our staff as an apprentice funeral director and has completed the process of becoming a licensed funeral director & embalmer. During his time with our staff, he has come to realize how our staff "ministers" to the needs of people every day. Greg's experiences as a pastor complements his calling as a funeral director.
Greg Patterson
General Manager, Licensed Funeral Director & Embalmer
A native of Cartersville, Greg is a graduate of Cass High School and Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Service, where he was awarded an Associate of Science degree in Funeral Service, and was the recipient of the Bill Pierce Award, an honor bestowed by his fellow classmates as the person most representative of funeral service. Greg served as the pastor of Macedonia Baptist Church for nine years. Greg's wife, the former Pam Sneed, is a native of Emerson. Greg and Pam have two sons, Drew and Luke, and they are members of Tabernacle Baptist Church. Greg enjoys putting his boat in the water and fishing every chance he gets. Greg joined our staff as an apprentice funeral director and has completed the process of becoming a licensed funeral director & embalmer. During his time with our staff, he has come to realize how our staff "ministers" to the needs of people every day. Greg's experiences as a pastor complements his calling as a funeral director.
Keith Willard
Apprentice Funeral Director & Prearrangement Counselor
Keith moved to Cartersville in 1978 and owned and operated Magic Photo for 21 years. He is the pastor of New Echota United Methodist Church in Calhoun. Keith has worked in funeral service for 10 years and feels a strong desire to help people. He and his lovely wife Kathy have five children and four grandchildren. The most important thing in Keith's life is that he loves Jesus and strives to follow the Lord in everything that he does. God's got a plan!
Keith Willard
Apprentice Funeral Director & Prearrangement Counselor
Keith moved to Cartersville in 1978 and owned and operated Magic Photo for 21 years. He is the pastor of New Echota United Methodist Church in Calhoun. Keith has worked in funeral service for 10 years and feels a strong desire to help people. He and his lovely wife Kathy have five children and four grandchildren. The most important thing in Keith's life is that he loves Jesus and strives to follow the Lord in everything that he does. God's got a plan!
Emily Oliver
Licensed Funeral Director & Embalmer
Emily graduated from Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Service in May of 2021, and she has been with the Parnick Jennings Funeral Home since 2020.
"I have always wanted to be a funeral director and embalmer for as long as I can remember really," she said.
Outside of work, Emily enjoys reading books and caring for her animals, which include cats, bearded dragons, turtles and bunnies. Emily's kindness and attention are second to none.
Emily Oliver
Licensed Funeral Director & Embalmer
Emily graduated from Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Service in May of 2021, and she has been with the Parnick Jennings Funeral Home since 2020.
"I have always wanted to be a funeral director and embalmer for as long as I can remember really," she said.
Outside of work, Emily enjoys reading books and caring for her animals, which include cats, bearded dragons, turtles and bunnies. Emily's kindness and attention are second to none.
Alexia Sanchez
Licensed Funeral Director & Embalmer
Alexia graduated Summa Cum Laude from Kennesaw State University in 2021 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Services. She joined Parnick Jennings Funeral Home in 2021, and she just completed an Associate's Degree in Funeral Service from Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Service, where she also had the distinction of serving as the class valedictorian.
“I chose funeral service because this path is one that cannot be forgotten. This world needs people who genuinely care about families and working with them through every step on their journey. You meet families and individuals during one of their most vulnerable moments! It is honestly heartwarming and rewarding just being able to be there for them,” she said.
When not working, Alexia enjoys spending time with her 13-year-old pooch, Pookie, and walking on the Silver Comet Trail.
Alexia Sanchez
Licensed Funeral Director & Embalmer
Alexia graduated Summa Cum Laude from Kennesaw State University in 2021 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Services. She joined Parnick Jennings Funeral Home in 2021, and she just completed an Associate's Degree in Funeral Service from Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Service, where she also had the distinction of serving as the class valedictorian.
“I chose funeral service because this path is one that cannot be forgotten. This world needs people who genuinely care about families and working with them through every step on their journey. You meet families and individuals during one of their most vulnerable moments! It is honestly heartwarming and rewarding just being able to be there for them,” she said.
When not working, Alexia enjoys spending time with her 13-year-old pooch, Pookie, and walking on the Silver Comet Trail.
Joe Nix
Chaplain & Funeral Assistant
Joe is a native of Cartersville and grew up in the Oakland Heights community. He graduated from Cass High School and retired from Clorox (Glad) after 30 years of service as a technical mechanic. For seven years he served as the Assistant Pastor of Oakland Heights Baptist Church. He also served for three years as Chaplain for the Cartersville Police Department. He now serves as the Assistant Pastor (Church Administrator) of Morning View Baptist Church in Acworth, GA. Joe’s wife Brenda is a native of Cartersville and grew up in Atco. They have two daughters, Teresa Nix West and Darla Nix Hall, and two sons, Keith Nix and Russell Nix. Joe joined the team at Parnick Jennings in June of 2007, serving as a Chaplain and Funeral Assistant. He feels especially privileged to be able to minister to the people of Bartow County.
Joe Nix
Chaplain & Funeral Assistant
Joe is a native of Cartersville and grew up in the Oakland Heights community. He graduated from Cass High School and retired from Clorox (Glad) after 30 years of service as a technical mechanic. For seven years he served as the Assistant Pastor of Oakland Heights Baptist Church. He also served for three years as Chaplain for the Cartersville Police Department. He now serves as the Assistant Pastor (Church Administrator) of Morning View Baptist Church in Acworth, GA. Joe’s wife Brenda is a native of Cartersville and grew up in Atco. They have two daughters, Teresa Nix West and Darla Nix Hall, and two sons, Keith Nix and Russell Nix. Joe joined the team at Parnick Jennings in June of 2007, serving as a Chaplain and Funeral Assistant. He feels especially privileged to be able to minister to the people of Bartow County.
J. T. Willoughby
Funeral Assistant
J. T. Willoughby
Funeral Assistant
Christa Evans
Funeral Assistant
Christa Evans
Funeral Assistant
Kim Robertson
Office Manager
Kim Robertson
Office Manager
April Chastain
Part Time Administration
April Chastain
Part Time Administration
Josh James
Part Time Funeral Assistant
Josh James
Part Time Funeral Assistant
Russell Gordy
Part Time Funeral Assistant
Russell Gordy
Part Time Funeral Assistant
Judy Brock
Part Time Funeral Assistant
Judy Brock
Part Time Funeral Assistant
