All Obituaries

On June 30, 2020, Ryan Wheat ran for the first time in his life; right into the arms of Jesus.   He absolutely loved life and enjoyed being with people.  With the help of family, nurses, and special caregivers, Ryan fought hard to fulfill his purpose in life; simply to show people how to love.   Ryan was born April 1, 1989, in Murray, KY, to Robert Wheat, Jr., and Lee Ann Bolin Wheat, who both survive, of Paris, TN.   Along with his parents, he is also survived by...

Marilyn Joyce Townsend, age 81 of Paris, TN, died Wednesday, July 8, 2020, in Paris.   She retired after a 40 plus year career as an insurance agent with Consolidated Insurance in Paris.  Marilyn enjoyed singing and listening to gospel music.  She loved talking about thousands of people that she knew.  She attended Puryear Baptist Church in Puryear.   Marilyn was born May 4, 1939, in Henry County, TN, to the late Jonnie Smith and the late Juliet Doty...

William J. “Bill” Reynolds, age 90 of Paris, TN, passed away peacefully Wednesday, July 8, 2020, at his residence surrounded by his family and friends.   He retired from Holley Carburetor in Paris after 35 years.  Bill was a U.S. Army veteran, serving during the Korean War Conflict.  He loved the outdoors, his horses, and his family.  He enjoyed hunting and fishing.    Bill was born December 2, 1929, in Mixie, TN, to the late Hersey Helton...

David Allan “Dave” Schaeffer, age 54 of Henry, TN, died Tuesday, July 7, 2020, at his residence.   He formerly worked in construction.  Dave enjoyed hunting and loved being a “shadetree mechanic.”   Dave was born June 9, 1966, in Lancaster, PA, to the late Charles Schaeffer, Sr., and Betty Ward Schaeffer, who survives, of Lancaster, PA.    He was married August 15, 2005, to Jessie Langley Schaeffer, who survives, of Henry,...

Carolyn Emmons Long, age 72 of Paris, TN, died Tuesday, July 7, 2020, at her residence.   She was an administrative assistant for St. John’s Community Services in Paris, a non-profit public advocacy organization for people with disabilities.  Carolyn enjoyed sewing, gardening, and flowers.  She loved spending time with her grandchildren.   Carolyn was born September 4, 1947, in Vincennes, IN, to the late Russell Franklin Emmons and the late Grace Kathleen...

Annie Mae Birmingham, age 94 of Paris, TN, died Wednesday, July 1, 2020, at Henry County Healthcare in Paris.   She was the owner and operator of Ann’s Group Home in Paris for 38 years.  Annie always kept her journal and loved rose bushes.  Annie enjoyed crocheting, watching Joel Osteen on television, and collecting his books.  She was proud of her grandchildren and loved being their “Nanny Ham.”  She was Christian by faith.   Annie was...

Barbara Enoch Finch, age 77 of Knoxville, TN, formerly of McKenzie, passed away Monday, June 29, 2020, at her residence.   A private graveside service will be held at Maplewood Cemetery in Paris, TN.   In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org   A complete obituary will be here as soon as possible.      

Mary Patti Powell, age 72 of Puryear, TN, died Sunday, June 28, 2020, at AHC of Paris.   She formerly worked delivering flowers at Cheryl’s Flowers in Paris. She was also a housekeeper for several families in Henry County for many years.  Patti enjoyed nature, animals, going fishing, and listening to Scottish music.  She also loved spending time with her family.   Patti was born May 22, 1948, in Columbia, TN, to the late William Edgar Potts, Sr., and to the late...

Chloe Bell York, age 90 of Paris, TN, died Sunday, June 28, 2020, in Indiana.   She was a homemaker who loved being at home and lived a simple life.  Chloe was a collector of many things and liked flowers.  She enjoyed flea marketing and yard sales.  She was a Christian who was strong in her faith.   Chloe was born August 16, 1929, in Paris, TN, to the late Earl Toler and the late Verbal Melton Toler.   She was married March 21, 1946, to her first husband,...

Dorothy Jean Furtney, age 85 of Paris, TN, died Thursday, June 25, 2020, at her residence.   She retired after many years as a librarian for the W.G. Rhea Library in Paris.  Dorothy loved her animals, especially her cats.  She enjoyed gardening and her flowers.  In her latter years, Dorothy’s son, “Bubba” dedicated his life to caring for her until his death.  She was a beautiful person who loved the Lord and will be missed by...