The Fountain City United Methodist Church Cemetery is a quiet place to honor loved ones and remember God’s promises. If you are walking through loss, or planning ahead, we are here to help with compassion and clear next steps. Burial spaces and options for cremains are available. Use the links below for pricing details, to find support, and sign up to join our clean up efforts!
History
Our cemetery originated in 1917 when Fountain City United Methodist Church purchased part of the McMillan-Karns family cemetery. James McMillan was an early settler in Fountain City in 1842 and is credited with planting cedar trees along the road now known as Cedar Lane. McMillan’s grandson, J. Howard Karnes and his wife, Ida were very active members of Fountain City UMC. The church is pleased to provide this serene burial place for all as a witness of Christian love.
Funeral Planning and Costs
Planning a funeral while grieving the loss of a loved one is challenging, and important decisions must be made in a short time frame.
Before you begin making funeral arrangements, consider asking family and friends for help and support. Delegate specific tasks to lift some of the burden off your shoulders.
Please know that Fountain City UMC is here for you at your time of need.
Planning Checklist
Whether you are preplanning for yourself or assisting a loved one, this checklist will ensure the process goes smoothly.
Vital Statistics
• Name of father, place of birth, year
• Mother’s maiden name, place of birth, year
• Education: high school, college, graduate school
• Social Security number
• Veteran/military information
Affiliations
• Fraternal, service and union memberships
• Special recognitions
Persons to Contact
• Children, relatives, friends and coworkers
Funeral Preferences
• Preferred clergy/celebrant
• Names of pallbearers
• Choose people to give special tributes/remarks
• Preferred music and Bible readings
• Source flowers for the funeral
• Preferred clothing or jewelry
• Burial property information
• List of people to invite to the funeral service
• Special instructions
Location of Important Documents and Passwords
• Look for funeral plan documents or inquire if a will included instructions regarding funeral arrangements.
• Does the deceased have a pre-paid funeral with a funeral home?
• Inquire about any military or veteran benefits for the deceased.
• Collect biographical and personal information about the deceased for funeral documents (e.g. death certificate, obituary).
• Collect photos and images of the deceased to use during the service or to place in the obituary.
To inquire about the purchase of a plot, please call the church office at 865-689-5175 or email the FCUMC Financial Secretary.
Biannual Cleanup
Our church hosts cemetery clean-up days twice a year to care for the grounds and honor those laid to rest here. Volunteers of all ages are welcome. Please consider joining us for a time of service and fellowship as we work together to keep this sacred place beautiful.
Fountain City UMC Cemetery
5500 Aster Road
Knoxville, TN 37918
Contact us
865-689-5175
212 Hotel Rd,
Knoxville, TN 37918