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Richard Orlando Battles
Oct 17, 2026
Richard Battles, age 83 of Paris, TN passed away Saturday, October 17, 2026, at West Tennessee Healthcare – Henry County Hospital in Paris, TN.
Richard was born in Attala, AL on October 22, 1942, to the late Richard Eugene Battles and the late Evelyn Juanita Wicks Battles.
On December 25, 1963, he married Anna Lou Basson Battles. She preceded him in death...
Wanda Webb Scott
Oct 14, 2026
Wanda Webb Scott, age 75 of Paris, TN, passed away on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at her residence.
Wanda was born in Huntingdon, TN, on September 24, 1951, to the late John Travis Webb, and the late Mary Maxine Thomas Kent.
She married Michael Lee “Mickey” Scott. Mickey preceded her in death on September 18, 2004.
Wanda dedicated more than 30 years to...
Lina Lou Nash
Oct 16, 2026
Lina Lou Nash, age 95 of Paris, TN passed away on Friday, October 16, 2026.
Lina was born in Waverly, TN on February 18, 1931, to the late Charles R. Allison and the late Sallie O’Guin Allison.
On August 06, 1950, Lina married Connie Thomas “C.T” Nash Jr. who preceded her in death on April 27, 2006.
She was a member of Maplewood...
Julie King Hall
Oct 15, 2026
Julie King Hall, age 57 of Paris, TN, passed away on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at Patriot Health and Rehab in Paris.
Julie was born July 22, 1969, in Jackson, TN, to the late Joe Edward King, and Marilyn Shelton King who survives of Camden, TN. Joe preceded her in death on May 28, 2026.
She graduated from Dyersburg High School in...
Gerald Wayne Boyd
Oct 14, 2026
Gerald Wayne Boyd, age 70 of Paris, TN, passed away on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at West Tennessee Healthcare-Henry County Hospital.
He was born in Paris, TN, on July 2, 1956, to the late Luther Leon Boyd, and the late Autry Lucile Clayton Boyd.
Gerald was a graduate of Henry County High School and Murray State University, where he earned his bachelor’s...
Robert Lee Bowden
Oct 9, 2026
Robert Lee Bowden age 81 of Cottage Grove, TN, was reunited with the love of his life, Evelyn, when he died Friday, October 9, 2026, at Baptist Health in Paducah, KY.
He retired from the Henry County Highway Department after working many years at the Holley Carburetor Plant until its closing. He enjoyed working on small engines, fishing, and hunting when...
Mary Duffy Fronckowiak
Oct 5, 2026
Mary Duffy Fronckowiak, age 76 of Paris, TN, formerly of Buffalo, NY, passed away on Monday, October 5, 2026, at her residence.
Mary was born in Rochester, NY, on December 26, 1949, to the late Gavan Duffy, and the late Esther O’Dea Duffy.
She later married Andrew F. Fronckowiak in Henrietta, NY, on October 18, 1975. Andrew survives of Paris, TN.
Mary was...
Cathryn "Cak" Gordon
Oct 3, 2026
Cathryn “Cak” Gordon, age 79 of Jackson, TN, formerly of Paris, TN, passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at her residence.
Cak was born in Covington, TN, on December 28, 1946, to the late Samuel Delaney Shelton, and the late Cathryn Louise Smith Shelton.
She was married to Malcolm Gordon. Malcolm preceded her in death on October 22, 2008.
Cak was a...
Raymond Vincent Bremer, Jr.
Oct 2, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Raymond Vincent Bremer on October 2, 2026, at his home, following a courageous battle with cancer.
Born in Teaneck, New Jersey, on February 19, 1939, Ray was the beloved son of Raymond Vincent Bremer Sr. and Mary Machuga Bremer.
Raymond lived a life full of purpose, marked by his dedication to family, community,...
Charles Ray Carson
Oct 1, 2026
Charles Ray Carson, age 91 of Paris, TN, passed away on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at his residence.
Charles was born in Pocahontas, AR, on December 31, 1934, to the late Grover Clinton Carson, and the late Myrtle T. Jones Carson.
He married Barbara Jean Coleman on November 25, 1953. Mrs. Barbara preceded him in death on September 1, 2020.
Charles was the...
Larry Cecil Tenley
Sep 29, 2026
Larry Cecil Tenley, age 75 of Mansfield, TN, passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital.
Larry was born in Medina, OH, on July 10, 1951, to the late Earl Cecil Tenley, and the late Dorothy Virginia Smith Tenley.
He married Betty Kee Tenley on May 28, 1982. Betty survives of Mansfield, TN.
Larry joined the U.S. Army in...
Gloria Grissom Barnhill
Sep 29, 2026
Gloria Grissom Barnhill, age 85 of Paris, TN, died Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at her residence.
Gloria formerly worked at the Holley Carburetor Plant, Salant and Salant Shirt Factory, and Wal-Mart. She was a longtime member of the Baptist Church in Whitlock. She enjoyed reading, and working on jigsaw puzzles. Gloria was formerly an active member of the VFW and the...
Samuel Gene Ruhl
Sep 25, 2026
Samuel Gene Ruhl, age 82 of Puryear, TN, passed away on Friday, September 25, 2026, at his residence.
Sam was born in Oakland, CA, on January 11, 1944.
He married Dorene Diana Ruhl on March 24, 1967. Dorene preceded him in death on January 11, 2019.
Sam spent many years working for U.S. Cold Storage as a production and delivery manager. He enjoyed...
Jean Cole Brewster
Sep 25, 2026
Jean Cole Brewster age 87 of Henry, TN, died Friday, September 25, 2026, at the Heritage Place Memory Care Assisted Living Center in Lexington, TN.
Jean retired after working many years as a broker in the Real Estate Business. She enjoyed gardening, reading, thrifting, sewing, and going to yard sales. Traveling gave her great joy and she was proud that she...
Diana Marie Sawyers
Sep 24, 2026
Diana Marie Sawyers, age 72 of McKenzie, TN, passed away on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at Eiffel Gardens Assisted Living of Paris, after an extended battle with cancer.
Diana was born in Jeffersonville, IN, on May 3, 1954, to the late Charles Ernest Prinz, and the late Mabel Lauretta Alexander Prinz.
She married Bobby Kenneth Sawyers on May 3, 1980. Bobby preceded...
Jerry Smothers
Sep 22, 2026
Jerry Leon Smothers of Gadsden, TN passed away peacefully at home Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at the age of 84 surrounded by family.
Born to the late Buford Smothers and the late Christine Joyner Craven on April 20, 1942, in Vale, TN. He is survived by his wife, Joan McElroy Smothers of Gadsden, whom he married October 21st, 1963; they spent...
Dwight Turner
Sep 22, 2026
Dwight Turner, age 76 of Mansfield, TN, passed away on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at his residence.
Dwight was born in Springville, TN, on October 17, 1949, to the late Troy B. Turner, and the late Mamie Iola French Turner.
He married Anita Louise Wynn Turner on December 9, 1966. Anita survives of Mansfield, TN.
Dwight served as the pastor of Pentecostal Apostolic...
Anita Carroll
Sep 21, 2026
Anita Carroll, age 81 of Puryear, TN, formerly of Mayfield, KY, passed away on Monday, September 21, 2026, at The Farms of Puryear.
Anita was born in Buchanan, TN, on November 14, 1944, to the late Ewell Overcast, and the late Virginia Jackson White.
She married Harold “Buddy” Carroll on November 15, 1980. Buddy preceded her in death on September 7, 1997.
Anita...
Kathie Virginia Barnes
Sep 19, 2026
Kathie Virginia Barnes, age 69 of Dresden, TN, passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital.
Kathie was born in Paris, TN, on March 23, 1957, to the late William Elza Rockett and Virginia Rockett Barner, who survives of Dresden, TN.
She married Ray Barnes on June 9, 1979. Ray survives of Gleason, TN.
Kathie was a member of...
Elaine Wiggins
Sep 15, 2026
Elaine Robbins Wiggins, age 74 of Paris, TN, passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital.
She was born in Paris, TN, on August 9, 1952, to the late Lelon Robbins, and the late Kathleen Bray Robbins.
She married Mac Wiggins in 1976. Mac preceded her in death on October 14, 2023.
Elaine was an artist at heart. She...
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