Obituaries

Paris, TN Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Paris, Tennessee area

Roy Henry

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...

Beverly Ann Zorn

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...

Clara Darlene McClure

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...

Vicki Fitzhugh

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...

Dale Anton Back

Dale Anton Back

Nov 15, 2025

Dale Anton Back, age 78 of Springville, TN, passed away on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at Patriot Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Paris, TN.

Dale was born in Sacramento, CA, on September 23, 1947, to the late George Anton Back, and the late Ruth Ann Jefferson Back.

He served as a Technical Sergeant for the U.S. Air Force from December 1974 until...

Melissa Dawn Jones

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...

Carole Ann Schroeder

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...

Mary Lou Diviney

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...

Pricilla Sue Hamilton

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

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

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

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

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...

Kevin Weatherford

Kevin Weatherford

Nov 23, 2025

William Kevin Weatherford, age 59 of Buchanan, TN, passed away on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at his residence.

Kevin was born on January 26, 1966, in Murray, KY, to the late Rufus Lee Weatherford, and the late Fayetta Dodson Weatherford.

Kevin spent approximately 10 years working at Pepsi Beverage Co. in Paris, before going to work for Murray Paving Company for many...

John Linville Salmon

John Linville Salmon

Nov 20, 2025

John Linville Salmon, age 81 of Paris, TN, passed away on Thursday, November 20, 2025. 

John Linville Salmon was born August 22, 1944, in Paris, TN, the son of John Waylon and Lila Sue Salmon. John was raised in Buchanan, TN, and lived a rural life; farming tobacco, corn, and livestock for dairy, beef, and pork, as did most of the...

Barry Griffith Wagner

Barry Griffith Wagner

Nov 20, 2025

Barry Griffith Wagner, age 86 of Buchanan, TN, passed away on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN.

Barry was born in Buffalo, NY, on March 31, 1939, to the late Roy Wagner, and the late Anna June Hawkins Wagner.

On June 30, 1962, in Snyder, NY, he married Elaine Myers Wagner, who survives of Buchanan, TN.

Barry...

JoAnn McCubbins Gaddis

JoAnn McCubbins Gaddis

Nov 20, 2025

JoAnn McCubbins Gaddis, age 72 of Paris, TN, passed away on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at West Tennessee Healthcare- Henry County Hospital.

JoAnn was born in Taylor County, KY, to the late Cleston McCubbins, and Billie McCubbins, who survives of San Antonio, TX.

In 2011, she married Gary Lee Gaddis, who survives of Paris, TN.

JoAnn was known for being kind-hearted and feisty....

Erlene P. Williams

Erlene P. Williams

Nov 18, 2025

Erlene P. Williams, age 84 of Mansfield, TN, passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at Henry County Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.

She was born in Paris, TN, on September 15, 1941, to the late William “Bill” Pullen, and the late Nannie Thompson Pullen.

On December 23, 1961, she married Earl Baxter Williams, who preceded her in death on September 2, 2020.

She...

Kevin Neal Buie

Kevin Neal Buie

Nov 18, 2025

Kevin Neal Buie, age 66, of Buchanan, TN, passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at Select Specialty Hospital in Jackson, TN.

Kevin was born November 8, 1959, to the late James Brent Buie and to the late Christine DeHart Buie.

On August 16, 1980, he married Ann M. Buie who survives of Buchanan, TN.

Kevin was an active member of First Baptist...

Kimberly Suzanne Winfree

Kimberly Suzanne Winfree

Nov 12, 2025

Kimberly Suzanne “Kim” Winfree, age 56 of Paris, TN, passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital.

Kim was born in Elgin, IL, on November 20, 2025, to the late Earl Daniels, and Kathleen Johnson Thompson, who survives of Paris, TN.

She was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church. She had a special love for animals, particularly...