All Obituaries

Gary Dale Amburgey, age 69 of Henry, TN, died Thursday, May 23, 2019, at his residence in Henry, TN.   He formerly worked in construction for several years.  Gary was a U.S. Marine veteran serving in Vietnam for four years.  He enjoyed horses, boats, fishing, farming, and his chickens and ducks.   Gary was born December 10, 1949, in Rankin, TX, to the late James Denzil Amburgey and the late Betty Jane Roush Amburgey McComsey.   He was married September 20,...

Bobby Gene Chandler, age 83 of Mansfield, TN, died Tuesday, April 23, 2019, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN.   He retired as the owner and operator of BM&S Grocery, formerly Chandler’s Grocery in Mansfield, TN.  Bobby was a member of Mansfield Baptist Church.  He enjoyed playing the guitar, building things, gardening, and being outdoors.   Bobby was born June 25, 1935, in Mansfield, TN, to the late Walter Franklin Chandler and the...

Martha Lou Cloar, age 61 of Paris, TN, died Saturday, April 27, 2019, at her residence.   She loved listening to country music by Dolly Parton, watching tv, and especially her college basketball. Martha enjoyed reading and quilting.   Martha was born October 5, 1957, in Cottage Grove, TN, to the late Reece David Cloar and the late Lou Anne Dickson Cloar.   She is survived by one sister, Linda (Dana) Fuhs of Bon Aqua, TN; two brothers, Larry (Teresa) Cloar of McKenzie,...

Mary Helen Evans, age 97 of Paris, TN, died Tuesday, May 21, 2019, at AHC of Paris, formerly Paris Healthcare Center, in Paris, TN.    She was a homemaker and a member of Bethany Baptist Church in Paris.  Helen loved reading, was a good cook, and enjoyed teaching her grandchildren how to cook.   Helen was born July 30, 1921, in Buchanan, TN, to the late Ray Moody and the late Pearl Dodson Moody.   She was married December 30, 1944, to Eldra Hiram Evans, who...

Mary Ann Hastings Crowder, age 100 of Paris, TN, died Monday, May 20, 2019 at Paris Heathcare Center.    She was a member of Oak Hill Union Church where she was the oldest living member and was Baptist by faith.  She was a homemaker.  She enjoyed quilting, cooking, and taking care of her flowers and her family.    Mary Ann was born on February 4, 1919 in Henry County, TN to the late William Hastings and the late Lula Mae Walters Hastings.   She was...

David M. Meketi, age 72 of Buchanan, TN, died Sunday, May 19, 2019, at the Henry County Medical Center.    Born June 26, 1946, in Greenwood, MS, he was the son of the late John Meketi and the late Elizabeth Collins Meketi.   He married Gerri Ann Martinolich Meketi November 7, 1981, who survives in Buchanan.   David was a retired Millwright and had previously served for 12 years in the United States Navy. David served 10 years as the Post Commander for the...

Sarah Elizabeth Scott, age 88 of Paris, TN, died Saturday, May 18, 2019, at her residence.   She formerly worked in the office and was a general laborer at Emerson Electric. Working outside and spending time with her family were hobbies of hers. Sarah was a member of First Baptist Church and former member of the VFW Auxiliary.   Born March 28, 1931, in Henry, TN, she was the daughter of the late Tom Cate and the late Alma Wimbish Cate.   Sarah was married March 18, 1983,...

Beth Woods age 59 of Paris, died Friday, May 17, 2019, at her residence.   Born February 25, 1960, in Minneapolis, MN, she was the daughter of the late Fred Ten Eyck and the late Jane Brabyn King.   Beth was married November 15, 1986, to Paul Woods, who survives of Paris.   She formerly worked at Wal-Mart in Customer Service and last worked at Morningside Assisted Living, where she served as the Activity Coordinator, before she retired due to her health. She was a member...

Billy Ray Turner, age 77 of Paris, TN, died Thursday, May 16, 2019, in Paris, TN.   He was the owner & operator of Turner’s Painting & Construction for over 45 years.  He formerly worked as the maintenance director for Lee School in Paris.  Bill loved his family and enjoyed restoring old cars and listening to gospel music.  Those who knew him best said he was very generous, had the biggest heart for helping others, and was always willing to do anything for...

Jesse Odell Hatman, age 84 of Paris, TN, died Thursday, May 16, 2019, at Henry County Healthcare Center in Paris, TN.   He retired after many years as a dairy farmer.  He also retired from Carpet World near Hazel, KY, where he won salesman of the year every year but one.  Jesse worked hard all of his life.  He was a member of Kentucky Lake Church of Christ in Buchanan, TN.   Jesse was born July 10, 1934, in Walnut Ridge, AR, to the late Marvin Hatman and the late...