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Paris, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Paris, Tennessee area
Brigitte Rich
Jan 2, 2026
Brigitte Ursula Rich, age 83 of Henderson, TN, passed away on Friday, January 2, 2026, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital.
She was born in Poland, on April 12, 1942, to the late Horst Klaus Jablonski, and the late Ursula Marie Penchaski Buterbaugh.
On July 7, 1967, she married James Robert Rich, Sr., who preceded her in death on December 5, 2019.
Brigitte was...
Gabi Middleton
Dec 20, 2025
Gabriele “Gabi” Middleton, age 61 of Paris, TN, passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2025, in the comfort of her home.
Born Gabriele Helga Kollmann, in Germany, on August 7, 1964, to Manfred Kollmann and the late Helga Graffner Kollmann. Her family moved to the states in 1973, and she quickly became small town famous in 1982 when she won Hostess...
Horace Putman Parker, Jr.
Jan 4, 2026
Horace Putman Parker, Jr. died at the age of 88 on January 4, 2026, in Hudson, OH with his son Timothy by his side.
Horace was born on April 14, 1937, in St. Louis, MO and lived the majority of his adult life in Illinois.
He was a U.S. Army veteran and a steadfast Christian in all areas of his life. By...
John E Griffin
Jan 6, 2026
John Edward Griffin, died January 6, 2026, at the age of 78 at his residence in Paris.
Born on October 7, 1947, in Hazard, Kentucky to the late Edward Griffin and to the late Nora Neace Nichols.
In April 1990, he married Valorie Moore Adams, who survives of Paris, TN.
John served proudly in the U.S. Army, where he was awarded a Purple...
Kathy Lynn McSwain
Jan 5, 2026
Kathy Lynn McSwain, age 65 of Paris, TN, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2025, at her residence.
She was born on January 12, 1960, in Paris, TN, to the late Gary Herman McSwain, and Barbara Mann McSwain, who survives of Paris, TN.
Kathy was the owner of Renovation Cleaning Concepts. She was Baptist in faith and enjoyed being outdoors, especially working...
Margaret Louise Lemonds
Jan 2, 2026
Margaret Louise Lemonds, age 80 of Paris, died Friday, January 2, 2026.
She was born in Bellaire, OH, on June 11, 1945, to the late Russell Herman Wines and the late Edna Marie Belt Wines.
She married Tildon Dorris Lemonds, who survives of Paris.
Margaret attended Paris Community of Christ Church. She retired from Walmart as a greeter in Paris. She enjoyed fishing...
Kenneth "Smitty" Smith
Dec 31, 2025
Kenneth Charles “Smitty” Smith age 75 of Buchanan, TN, died Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at his residence in Buchanan.
Kenneth was a retired brick mason. He was a member of the Sons of the Amvets, The American Dart Association, and the Henry County Bass Club.
Born April 5, 1950, in Brooklyn, NY, he was the son of the late Charles Edgar Smith,...
Don Foster
Dec 29, 2025
Robert Don “Don” Foster, 72, of Springville, Tennessee, passed peacefully on December 29, 2025, in Springville.
Don was born May 20, 1953, in Milan, Tennessee, to the late Robert Foster and the late Frances McClure Foster.
Don lived a life marked by music, faith, family, and laughter. A proud father, Don, leaves behind three daughters, and ten grandchildren who brought endless joy...
Jeffrey A. Winfree
Dec 28, 2025
Jeffrey Allen Winfree age 69 of Paris, TN, died Sunday, December 28, 2025, at his residence in Paris.
Jeff enjoyed time spent outdoors and loved his sons and wife very much.
Born November 26, 1956, in Nashville, TN, he was the son of late Robert E. Winfree, and the late Dannie Syble Fisher Winfree.
He is survived by his aunt, Barbara Jean Howell,...
James Mark Higdon
Dec 27, 2025
James Mark Higdon, age 60 of Paris, TN, died Saturday December 27, 2025, at the Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, in Jackson, TN.
James had a passion for woodworking, specifically cabinetry and table making. He was employed at I.C.I. in Paris constructing industrial furniture.
Born December 4, 1965, in Huntingdon, TN, he was the son of the late Edward Higdon and the late...
Doxie Millraney
Dec 27, 2025
Doxie Millraney age 92 of Paris, TN, died Saturday, December 27, 2025, at the Patriot Health and Rehab Center in Paris.
Doxie worked for many years at IGA grocery store, where she enjoyed passing out product samples to customers. She had previously worked a short time at Four Seasons. She took immense pride in her yard and especially her flowers. She...
Terri Bryan
Dec 25, 2025
Theresa P. “Terri” Bryan, age 101 of Puryear, TN, passed away on Thursday, December 25, 2025, at The Farms of Puryear.
Terri was born in York, PA, on December 31, 1923, to the late Thomas M. Tedesco and the late Henrietta Gross Tedesco.
She married Robert T. Bryan in Cleveland, OH, on May 30, 1946. Robert preceded her in death on July...
Mary Ellen Blanton
Dec 22, 2025
Mary Ellen Blanton, age 71 of Paris, TN, passed away on Monday, December 22, 2025, at her residence.
Mary Ellen was a devoted member of Holy Cross Catholic Church for 50 years. She was a loving mother and grandmother who also served as a Cub Scout leader. She dedicated 53 years of her professional life as a broker, realtor, and office...
Wyatt Owens
Dec 22, 2025
Joseph Wyatt Owens, age 68 of Buchanan, TN, died on Monday, December 22, 2025, at his residence.
Wyatt was born in Paris, TN, on March 22, 1957, to the late Bobby Joe Owens and the late Doris Poole Owens.
On June 25, 1976, he married Cindy Lewis Owens, who survives of Buchanan.
A building contractor with Owens Construction for 55 years, he began...
James Earl Paschall
Dec 21, 2025
James Earl Paschall, age 82 of Paris, TN, died Sunday, December 21, 2025, at his residence.
James retired in 1999 after working 30 years as a feeder driver for UPS. He enjoyed woodworking, bird watching, and photography. Alongside his wife, he enjoyed camping and traveling. During their travels, they visited all 48 continental United States. James was a former member of...
Randy Conger
Dec 19, 2025
Joe Randall “Randy” Conger, age 63 of Camden, TN, passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025, in Camden, TN.
He was born in Paris, TN, on July 28, 1962, to the late Houston Conger, and the late Patricia Ann Little Conger.
Randy had a love for cars and drag racing. He enjoyed time spent in the woods and being outdoors. He was...
Matthew E. "Grumpy" Linn, Sr.
Dec 19, 2025
Matthew E. Linn, Sr., aka “Grumpy”, age 78 of Mansfield, died Friday, December 19, 2025, surrounded by his children at Life Care Center of Bruceton. He proudly served our Country for 21 years in the U.S. Army. After retiring from the Army, he went on to earn his bachelor’s degree in social work. He loved helping people and worked as...
Ruby Nell Isbell
Dec 19, 2025
Ruby Nell Isbell, age 77 of Memphis, TN, formerly of Henry County, passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025, at Methodist North Hospital in Memphis, TN.
Ruby Nell was born in Memphis, TN, on January 21, 1948, to the late Paul Pannell, Sr., and the late Tincie Isbell Pannell.
On October 16, 1971, she married Donald Ray Isbell, Sr., who survives of...
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...
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,...
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