THURMAN FUNERAL HOME - Key Persons


Dennis Wood

Job Titles:
  • Funeral Director
Dennis began working as a part-time employee of Thurman Funeral Home in 2000; however, he became a full-time employee in 2004 when he retired from the White County School System. He is married to Peggy Stacy Wood and they have three children - Stacy, Eric and Carrie.

John Dakota White

Job Titles:
  • Apprentice Funeral Director / Pre - Need Sales Agent
John Dakota White has lived in Sparta, Tennessee his whole life. He is a graduate of Tennessee Tech University and a County Commissioner in White County. He is married to Tiffany White who teaches 1st grade. Together they have a beautiful daughter, Peyton. Dakota assists families with pre-planning for the future. He also takes calls, works with families dealing with grief, assists with services, and handles community engagement. Preneed Sales Agent #2725. Apprentice Funeral Director #20708.

William (Billy) Ray

Billy Buck, assisted by his wife Victoria Buck, prides himself in his efforts to work firsthand with his clients. Calls are taken directly by Billy and Victoria, ensuring their publics needs are met by creating real and personal relationships with their clients. The Buck family works day and night to create a warm and welcoming environment for families from all over Upper Cumberland to gather. For the Bucks, Thurman Funeral Home is more than just a business- it's a family.