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Paris, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Paris, Tennessee area
Neal Wilson Spohn
Jul 10, 2026
Neal Wilson Spohn, age 75 of Hollow Rock, TN, died Saturday, July 10, 2026, at his residence.
He was born in Mt.Vernon, OH, on September 19, 1950, to the late Jack Spohn, and the late Priscilla Paige Spohn.
He married Debra Townsend Spohn on January 29, 1972 and she survives.
Neal was member of the Camden Seventh Day Adventist Church. He was a...
Patricia Sturdivant Pantle
Jan 16, 2026
Patricia G. Pantle, 82, was born on March 4, 1943, in Paris, TN and entered eternal rest on Friday, January 16, 2026, in Tulsa, with her loving family by her bedside.
Patricia began her vibrant life in Paris, Tennessee, where she spent her first 20 years surrounded by the charming landscapes of her hometown. She graduated from E.W. Grove High School...
Zabrina Kay Marie Hart
Jul 11, 2026
Baby Zabrina Kay Marie Hart, age 6 weeks of Paris, TN passed away Thursday, July 9, 2026, in Paris.
She was born May 28, 2026, in Jackson, TN to mother, Shelby Potts of Paris; and father, De’Sean Hart of Martin, TN.
Beside her parents, she is also survived by two sisters, Heaven Hart, and Haislee Hart; three brothers, Kendrick Rulford, Ki’Mari Wilson,...
Dr. Thomas J. Hamilton
Jul 7, 2026
Dr. Thomas J. Hamilton, age 93 of Paris, TN, passed away on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at West Tennessee Healthcare- Volunteer Hospital in Martin, TN.
Dr. Hamilton was born in Brooklyn, NY, on July 31, 1932.
He was married for 64 years to his beloved wife, Lorraine, who survives of Paris, TN. He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Charlotte Hamilton of...
Bobby Gene Merrell
Jul 12, 2026
Bobby Gene Merrell, age 84, of Paris, TN, passed away on Sunday, July 12, 2026, at his residence.
He was born on October 3, 1941, in Springville, TN, to the late James Carl "J.C." Merrell and the late Lillie Mae Johnson Merrell.
Bobby was Baptist in faith and enjoyed playing his guitar and banjo while singing. He treasured time with his family,...
Lewis Junior Lee
Jul 7, 2026
Lewis Junior Lee, age 91 of McKenzie, TN, passed away on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at Van Ayer Senior Living and Rehabilitation Center.
He was born on November 3, 1934, to the late Lewis P. Lee, and the late Mozelle Eldridge Lee.
Lewis married Betty Jane Coleman Lee on May 5, 1953. Betty preceded him in death on February 18, 2005.
He spent...
Jimmy Spann
Jul 6, 2026
James Hale “Jimmy” Spann, age 80 of Paris, formerly of the Crossland Community, died Monday, July 6, 2026, at the Patriot Health and Rehabilitation Center in Paris.
Jimmy was a former firefighter with over twenty years of service. He owned and operated Spann Used Cars and JHS Contractors. He was Baptist in belief.
Born December 6, 1945, in Murray, KY, he was...
Dr. Tommy Townsend
Jul 2, 2026
Dr. Thomas Edward “Tommy” Townsend, age 75 of Paris, TN, passed away on Thursday, July 2, 2026.
Tommy was born on April 21, 1951, to the late Ava Edward Townsend, and the late Evelyn Ruth Kirk Townsend.
He married Melanie Bivens Townsend on May 16, 1981. Melanie survives of Paris, TN.
Tommy was a 1969 graduate of E.W. Grove High School and attended...
Anthony Tad Carroll
Jun 29, 2026
Anthony Tad Carroll, age of 60, of Paris, died on Monday June 29, 2026, at Vanderbilt University Hospital in Nashville.
Born on October 13, 1965, in Milan, TN, to the late Richard Carroll and the late Mary Evelyn Sutton Carroll.
Tad was a dedicated heavy equipment operator, spending many years with Replogle Enterprise before working for Wilbur Farmer. Tad was a member...
Diana Faye Lanius
Jun 29, 2026
Diana Faye Lanius, age 85 of Paris, TN, passed away on Monday, June 29, 2026, at Murray-Calloway County Hospital.
She was born on August 22, 1940, to the late James Richard Petty, and the late Evelyn Elizabeth Presson Petty.
Diana married Charles Henry Lanius on May 31, 1958. Charles preceded her in death on March 30, 2002.
She spent many years working in...
Jim Morgan
Jun 28, 2026
James Harold “Jim” Morgan, age 74 of Paris, TN, passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2026, at Patriot Health and Rehabilitation Center.
He was born in Chicago, IL, on February 17, 1952, to the late William Harold Morgan and the late Mary Salyer Morgan.
He married Terry Spitler Morgan on August 21, 1971. Terry preceded him in death April 30, 2025.
Jim enjoyed...
Barbara Jean Beasley
Jun 27, 2026
Barbara Jean Beasley, age 82 of Springville, TN, passed away Saturday, June 27, 2026, at her residence.
Barbara was born in Dover, TN, on September 2, 1943, to the late Benjamin Vernon Atkins, and the late Ruby Sexton Atkins.
She married Jerry Don Beasley at Springville Baptist Church on December 7, 1962. Jerry survives of Springville, TN.
Barbara graduated from Springville School in...
Steve Smith
Jun 23, 2026
Robert Stephen “Steve” Smith, age 68 of Whitlock, TN, passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, surrounded by his family at home.
Steve was born in Greeneville, TN, on May 26, 1958. He is the son of the late Robert L. Smith, and the late Barbara Nease Smith.
Steve moved to Paris, TN with his family in 1967 and was an active...
Margaret Cherry
Jun 21, 2026
Margaret Elois Hunter Cherry, age 82 of Paris, TN, passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at her residence.
Margaret was born in Como, TN, on March 29, 1944, to the late Rozell Hunter, and the late Dorotha Call Hunter.
She married Jerry Dale Cherry on November 24, 1966. Jerry preceded her in death on May 30, 2004.
Margaret was a graduate of...
Alexander D. John
Jun 18, 2026
Alexander David John, age 86 of Paris, TN, formerly of Sycamore, IL, passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at Eiffel Gardens Assisted Living.
He was born in Oak Park, IL, on October 1, 1939, to the late Eugene A. John, and the late Dora R. Parkhurst John.
Alexander attended First Presbyterian Church-Paris and was a member of the Paris Lions Club....
Edward Ray Muller
Jun 17, 2026
Edward Ray Muller age 66 of Paris, TN, died Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at his residence.
Ed enjoyed driving and spent many years as a truck driver. He was an avid San Fransico 49ers fan. Ed enjoyed working with his hands building several houses and decks. He very much enjoyed visiting and spending time at casinos. He was US Army Veteran.
Ed...
Janetta Colleen Krish
Jun 16, 2026
Janetta Colleen Krish age 87 of Cottage Grove, TN, died Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at her residence.
Janetta retired after working for many years in the nursing field. She enjoyed feeding and watching hummingbirds, and anything to do with spending time in nature. In her younger years, she was an avid bowler. She spent most of her time with friends playing...
Dudley Earl Hart
Jun 15, 2026
Dudley Earl Hart, age 75 of Puryear, TN, passed away on Monday, June 15, 2026, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital.
He was born in Henry County, TN, on August 5, 1950, to the late Clovis B. Hart, and the late Grace Victory Hart.
Dudley enjoyed working cattle and farming across his years. He always wanted to have a good time and loved...
Justin Daniel Rodgers
Jun 13, 2026
Justin Daniel Rodgers, age 44 of Cadiz, KY, died Saturday, June 13, 2026, at his residence.
Justin worked in private security as well as for State of Kentucky in the corrections department. He enjoyed fishing, gaming, spending time with his sons, and visiting Burger King. Justin had previously worked in the carpentry field. He spent many hours walking on his Tik...
Donna Marie Clark
Jun 13, 2026
Donna Marie Clark, age 77 of Buchanan, TN, passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at her residence.
Donna was born in Wyandotte, MI, on August 12, 1948, to the late John Dee Moore I and the late Addie Green Moore.
She graduated from high school in Trenton, Michigan, in 1966. She lived in Michigan, Texas, and Tennessee throughout her life. She...
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