Obituaries
Paris, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Paris, Tennessee area
Lois Goad Conroy
Dec 10, 2025
Lois Goad Conroy, born July 17, 1966, gave up her valiant fight against colon cancer on December 10, 2025. She was the cherished wife of Richard Boone Conroy for 26 years, and mother of Richard Goad Conroy, Thomas Boone Conroy, and Patrick McClure Conroy. Her sons were her pride and joy in whose professional, academic, and athletic achievements she found...
Robert R Penzenik
Dec 14, 2025
Robert Richard “Bob” Penzenik, age 83 of Springville, TN died Sunday December 14, 2025, at his residence.
Bob was born May 5, 1942, in Chicago, IL to the late John Penzenik and the late Mary Cartwright Penzenik.
Bob is survived by his loving wife, Geneva, whom he met later in life than most. Although their time together was cut short, they were...
Carole Ann Schroeder
Dec 3, 2025
Carole Ann Schroeder, age 79 of Paris, TN, passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at Patriot Health and Rehabilitation Center.
Carole was born in Chicago, IL, on January 21, 1946, to the late Roy James Schroeder, and the late Alice Cecelia Devine Schroeder.
She was a lifelong Catholic and a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church. Carole was very active and...
Janie Underwood
Dec 16, 2025
Janie Frances Cole Underwood, age 89 of Paris, TN, passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at The Farms of Puryear.
Janie was born in Buchanan, TN, on October 3, 1936, to the late Buster and Grace Buie.
She married Roy Lee Cole, who preceded her in death on April 9, 1985.
Janie is survived by five children, Carol (Danny) Clark of Paris,...
Beverly Ann Zorn
Dec 7, 2025
Beverly Ann Zorn, age 69, of Puryear, Tennessee, passed away on December 7, 2025.
Born on October 25, 1956, in Lafayette, Louisiana, to the late Edward N. Brandt and to the late Muriel Martins Brandt.
Beverly married John Luther Zorn on September 25, 1977. John preceded her in death on April 26, 2025.
Beverly graduated from Chatsworth High School and enjoyed a successful...
Angela Adams
Dec 16, 2025
Angela Irene Adams, age 44 of Paris, TN, passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at her residence.
She was born in Jackson, TN, on August 25, 1981, to the late Jack Adams, and the late Patricia Vyule Adams.
On November 24, 2011, she married Bubba Chamness, who survives of Paris, TN.
Angela enjoyed all genres of music and has a special place...
Charles Thomas Mitchell
Dec 14, 2025
Charles Thomas Mitchell, age 89 of Paris, TN, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, December 14, 2025.
Charles was born in Sparta, TN on August 7, 1936, to the late Jack and Willouise Mitchell.
On July 10, 1958, he married the late Joan Marsh Mitchell, who preceded him in death on June 20, 2023.
As a young child, Charles enjoyed an...
Gerry Buchanan
Dec 13, 2025
Geraldine Mae “Gerry” Buchanan, age 73 of Paris, TN, passed away on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at her residence.
Gerry was born in Arlington, VA, on May 1, 1952, to the late Gene Harrington, and the late Mary Lou Scott Melton.
On July 27, 1986, she married Kenneth James Buchanan, who preceded her in death on April 10, 2012.
Gerry worked as an...
Dale Quinn
Dec 10, 2025
Albert Dale Quinn, age 83 of Paris, TN, passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at Medina Health and Rehabilitation.
Dale was born in Decatur County, TN, on November 30, 1942, to the late Albert Cecil Quinn, and the late Grace Ellen Spellings Quinn.
On November 29, 1997, he married Rosa Sue Underwood Quinn, who survives of Paris, TN.
Dale graduated from Springville...
Kerry Crosno
Dec 8, 2025
Kerry Neal Crosno, age 65 of Paris, TN, died Monday, December 8, 2025, at Alive Hospice in Nashville, TN.
Born May 30, 1960, in Chicago, IL, he was the son of the late Doris Jean Ward.
Kerry was a true Cubs fan and took great pride in his yard work, finding joy in nurturing the beauty of his home.
Kerry is survived by...
Vicki Fitzhugh
Dec 6, 2025
Vicki Le Fitzhugh, age 69 of Paris, TN, passed away on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at Tri-Star Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, TN.
Vicki dedicated her entire working life to Odoms/Lakeway IGA, working there since they opened, making friendships with the many faces who came through the doors. She enjoyed bowling for several years. She was a member of First Christian...
Clara Darlene McClure
Dec 5, 2025
Clara Darlene "Moose" McClure, age 75 of Paris, died on December 5, 2025, at West Tennessee Healthcare Henry County Hospital in Paris. Darlene was born in Shelbyville, KY to the late Deward "Dee" Allen and to the late Clara Smith "Pinky" Allen. Darlene married William McClure on May 1, 1972, who survives of Paris.
She lived a life defined by her...
Melissa Dawn Jones
Dec 5, 2025
Melissa Dawn Jones, age 60 of Huntingdon, TN, passed away Friday, December 5, 2025, at her residence.
She was a faithful member of the Pentecostal Church. Melissa was known for her simple, sweet nature and always enjoyed a Dr. Pepper or a Frappe. She expressed her love through cooking for those around her. She enjoyed her cats, fishing, and spending time...
Mary Lou Diviney
Dec 2, 2025
Mary Lou Diviney, age 72 of Dresden, TN, passed away on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at Hillview Community Living Center in Dresden, TN.
She was born on March 1, 1953.
Mary Lou was a Christian that loved the Lord. She formerly worked at H.I.S. in Dresden. She enjoyed doing crafts, spending time with animals, and playing with children.
She is survived by her...
Roy Henry
Dec 1, 2025
Clarence Roy Henry, age 69 of Paris, TN, passed away on Monday, December 1, 2025, at Skyline Medical Center in Nashville, TN.
Roy was born in Galesburg, IL, on August 27, 1956, to the late Gerald Henry and the late Myrtle Henry.
On July 5, 1997, he married Patsy Henry, who survives of Paris, TN.
Roy retired as a Public Affairs Specialist for...
Pricilla Sue Hamilton
Nov 29, 2025
Pricilla Sue Hamilton, age 45 of Smithville, TN, formerly of Paris, TN, passed away on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN.
Pricilla was born in Dover Township, NJ, on August 7, 1980, to Timothy Hamilton, who survives of New Jersey, and Susan Meyers Hamilton, who survives of Smithville, TN.
She worked as a nurse at the...
Opal Juanita Rector
Nov 27, 2025
Opal Juanita Rector, age 61 of Paris, TN, passed away on Thursday, November 27, 2025, at her residence in Paris, TN.
Juanita enjoyed the simple joys in life, the comfort of a good book and the sounds of nature. She enjoyed listening to country music. Above all she loved her family.
Juanita was born June 6, 1964, in Dayton, OH to the...
Jimmie C. Johnson
Nov 26, 2025
Jimmie C. Johnson, age 86 of Paris, TN, passed away Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at West Tennessee Healthcare Henry Co. Hospital.
Jimmie was a member of East Wood Street Church of Christ. He was Broker Owner of Paris Realty Company for many years. Jimmie was a long-time member of the Paris Country Club, and an avid golfer. He was a former...
Patricia Brewer Allison
Nov 26, 2025
Patricia Brewer Allison, age 84 of Buchanan, TN, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at her residence.
She was born in Big Sandy, TN, on February 24, 1941, to the late Henry Milton Brewer, and the late Clara Belle Christopher Brewer.
On October 25, 1958, she married James B. “Jimmy” Allison, who survives of Buchanan, TN.
Patricia was a member of Maplewood...
Randall Alan Vinson
Nov 24, 2025
Randall Alan “Randy” Vinson, age 61 of Henry, died on Monday, November 24, 2025, at his residence.
Randy graduated with his master’s degree from the University of Arkansas. He served in the United States Navy and formerly worked as an occupational therapist. He was a drummer and enjoyed acting and traveling.
He was born December 18, 1963, in Newport, Rhode Island, to...

