About Us
Celebrating life
As a proud member of the Covington community, we're honored to help families celebrate their loved ones. We pledge to ensure that every funeral and memorial service is deeply personal, fostering healing and remembrance.
Our promise
Today, tomorrow, and forever, our commitment to you stays the same.
Dignity
Every life is unique, and we promise to honor and respect each journey, crafting ceremonies that reflect each individual.
Guidance
Navigating grief can be overwhelming; we stand by you, providing direction and solace every step of the way.
Legacy
Beyond a service, we're committed to helping families create lasting tributes that transcend generations.
Our story
Maley Funeral Home dates back to 1890 as doing business in Covington, and the greater Tipton County area. It was established by the late Robert S. Maley for whom the business is named. Maley erected a building on East Liberty Street, on the Historic Covington Court Square, in 1923. This location remained the home of operation until it moved to the currently location in 1976.
We are very blessed to be able to keep up Mr. Landon's goal of serving the community in Tipton County.
Our incredible staff
Helping families create lasting legacies is more than a job — it's our calling. We are here to support you in any way we can and will offer you the full attention, knowledge, and compassion you need.
Amber Coss Brummett
Manager, Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer
Amber joined Maley-Yarbrough Funeral Home full time in February of 2022, to serve as the Funeral Home Manager. She is a lifelong resident of Ripley, TN. Amber’s desire to be in the Funeral Profession started while still in high school, she was a graduate of the Youth Leadership Lauderdale where she got connected with Garner Funeral Home and began working. Amber graduated from Northwest Community College with a degree in mortuary science 2014. Upon graduation Amber went to work for Memphis Funeral Home serving Shelby County and the surrounding areas. Amber is privileged and honored to have the opportunity to serve alongside a very talented staff here at Maley-Yarbrough Funeral Home and Covington Memorial Gardens. She is married to her husband, Dustin and they have two children, Everly Ann and Beckham Chance; as a family, they attend Ripley First Baptist Church.
Barbara Dedmon
Office Administrator, Funeral Director and Preneed Agent
Barbara joined Maley Yarbrough staff in January of 2022. She brings with her seventeen years of experience in the funeral industry. She began her career as a Preneed Agent and Family Service Counselor with Brownsville Funeral Home. After falling in love with the families she served, she went on to get her Funeral Director’s License. She is excited about serving the families of Covington and the surrounding counties.
Barbara was born and raised in nearby Brownsville and Haywood County. She graduated from Haywood High School and attended Jackson State Community College. She owned and operated a business called the Sugar Palace, a cake, candy, gift and balloon shop serving Brownsville and Haywood County for 23 years. After selling the business she began her career in the funeral industry. She is a faithful member of Christ Church of Brownsville. Barbara enjoys reading, Tennessee Football and cooking for friends and family. She has a special place in her heart for Jack Russell terriers after rescuing three of them at different times through her life.
Janie Hall
Cemetery Administrator & Greeter (Non-Licensed)
Janie Hall was born in Haywood County and raised in Tipton county. She graduated from Covington High School.
Janie came on board with Maley Yarbrough in 2017 as a hostess for our families. Along with being a hostess she assists in cemetery administration helping with property sales and transfers for Covington Memorial Gardens and marker sales. Janie has worked in the banking industry for over ten years and in the medical industry for over 20 years as a medical biller, office manager and consultant. She has been married to Charlie Hall for 48 years, she has a step daughter, two grandsons, and a great grandson. She loves spending time with her family and church family. Janie is a faithful member of Charleston Baptist Church, where she is a Sunday school teacher and the church treasurer. She is also the secretary for the Charleston Volunteer Fire Department. Janie loves our families and always goes out of her way to help them.
Dianne Kirkpatrick Bishop
Apprentice Funeral Director and Apprentice Embalmer (Non-Licensed)
Dianne joined Maley-Yarbrough Funeral Home full time in February of 2022. She is currently attending Dallas Institute of Funeral Services, where she is majoring in becoming a dual licensed funeral director and embalmer. She chose to do her apprenticeship locally because that is where her heart is. Born and raised in the mid-south, Dianne moved to Ripley Tennessee in 2003. She is a proud mother to three boys. Being part of a local funeral home with a familiar face is very important to Dianne. She understands during some of the hardest times that it helps having someone you know to be there along the way. She is an active member in her community and enjoys lending a helping hand to all.
Jonathan Sorrell
Gravedigger/Caretaker
Jonathan Sorrell began working for Maley Yarbrough in July of 2000, hired by Martha and Landon Yarbrough. He is our grave digger for Covington Memorial Gardens. He also installs our bronze markers and is a funeral assistants. He was born and raised in Tipton county and graduated from Munford High School. Jonathan never meets a stranger in Tipton County. He is married to Diana Russell Sorrell and has a daughter named Anna Sorrell. During his off time he loves to fish, grill out for family and friends and works in his gardens.
June & Sammy Beasley
Greeters (Non-Licensed)
Sammy and June Beasley, are host and hostess for Maley Yarbrough Funeral Home for over eight years. They are life long residents of Tipton County and both graduates of Covington High School. They are active members of Liberty Baptist Church, Covington. They have three grown children and two wonderful grandchildren Sammy is a retired Firefighter/Fire Inspector for the City of Covington and also a retired Contractor/Builder at “B’s” Lumber & Hardware in Covington. June is a retired Dental Assistant and retired from her “In Home” childcare business. The Beasley’s in their spare time enjoy camping, fishing and are big supporters of the Covington Chargers.
Tommy Baxter
Funeral Assistant (Non-Licensed)
Tommy joined the staff of Maley Yarbrough in December of 2021. He brings with him 13 years of experience in the funeral industry. He was born in Haywood County and grew up in the Tibbs Community. He was educated in the Haywood County School System and graduated from Haywood High School.
Tommy was a Tennessee State Trooper for 26 years assigned to Haywood and Fayette Counties in the Memphis District of the Highway Patrol. He retired from the THP in 2009.
He is married to Denita Thomas Baxter. He has two daughters: Meredith Baxter Cody and Kristen Baxter Etheridge, a stepson, Payton Jarratt and four grandsons.
Tommy and his wife, Denita attend Spring Hill Methodist Church and make their home in the KoKo Community in Haywood County. As a hobby Tommy enjoys working on Classic cars and attending car shows.
D.J. Specht
Greeter (Non-Licensed)
D.J. has been a part of the Maley-Yarbrough family for three years. He is employed as a fulltime deputy for the Tipton County Sheriff's Department. D.J. is a graduate of Brighton High School. He is married to his wife, Danielle, and together they share three children; Kylie, Skylar & Brantley. D.J. brings knowledge of the community with him. He is a friendly and familiar face to families during a difficult time.
We are proud to have D.J. on our team.
A place of healing
We welcome you to explore the Maley-Yarbrough Funeral Home facilities, and invite you to discover a comforting and peaceful place to honor your loved one.
A time to honor, comfort and heal
We help create unique and meaningful memorial services to celebrate your loved one and begin the healing process for families and friends left behind.
We’ll take care of every detail
We'll help you with everything you need with a simple step-by-step process for all of your funeral, cremation and advanced planning.
Unique Funerals and Tributes
Compassionate customer care
“My Lanny will forever be missed. He was my best part. Thank you to Dianne for taking good care of my Lanny. I will always be so grateful to you. Love, Connie & Family”
Author:— Connie Hazlerig rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
“The journey of saying goodbye is never easy, but Dianne made a tough time lighter. We appreciate all yo have done to fulfill our Dad's last wishes. Thanks for making a tough time a lot brighter. Sincerely, Family of Charles "Buddy" Lewis”
Author:— Libby Channel rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
“Amber and her staff were very helpful with my aunt's burial. I appreciate the genuine care we received.”
Author:— Lisa Piefer rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
“We were treated with the utmost respect . Amber Brummett, The lady who helped us make the funeral arrangements was very helpful. She made it easy to understand and we are so appreciative for everything.”
Author:— David Fisher rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
“All of the staff were very nice but Amber has found her calling dealing with people who are grieving. She is very professional but at the same time very comforting. Thank you for helping us during this difficult time.”
Author:— Elaine Crown rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
“My family has used your services for years. There has never been any reason to not be grateful for all that you do. This last experience with the death of my brother was handled beautifully. There aren't enough words to share how proud I am of you all.”
Author:— Gail Reeves rated with 5 stars ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
We're hiring
Beyond the opportunity to truly make a difference, Maley-Yarbrough Funeral Home offers competitive pay, a healthy work-life balance, and many opportunities for growth.