Obituaries
Paris, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Paris, Tennessee area
Winston Ladelle Hawks, Jr.
Jul 17, 2023
Winston Ladelle Hawks, Jr., age 79 of Springville, TN, died Monday, July 17, 2023, at his residence.
He retired as a Union Electrician for Local 474 IBEW where he worked all over the country. Winston was an avid sports fan and loved the University of Alabama and Southeastern Conference sports. He enjoyed boating, hunting, cooking, and was a barbeque connoisseur.
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Shannon Renee Bradley
Jul 16, 2023
Shannon Renee Bradley, age 42 of Cottage Grove, TN, died Sunday, July 16, 2023.
She worked for Bryant Mills as a nurse at Spring Creek Health Care in Murray, KY. Shannon loved spending time with her son, Donavan, and all of her family and friends. She was a fan of the Chicago Cubs & Chicago Bears ball teams. She also...
David Francis Cales
Jul 16, 2023
David Francis Cales, age 65 of Springville, TN, died Sunday, July 16, 2023, at Saint Thomas West Hospital in Nashville, TN.
He retired from Navistar in Indianapolis, IN. David was a Mason, Scottish Rite, and a Shriner. He loved fishing, was a hot rodder, an avid collector of Hot wheels, and a talented artist.
David was born August 8, 1957,...
Douglas Scott "Doug" Anstey
Jul 15, 2023
Douglas Scott “Doug” Anstey, age 60 of Buchanan, TN, died Saturday, July 15, 2023, at his residence.
Doug graduated from Henry County High School and was the owner & operator of Doug Anstey Gas Specialties. A skilled handyman whose diligence and willingness to help others won him many friends and loyal customers. He enjoyed grilling, cooking, and hosting get-togethers...
Joan "Joni" Martin
Jul 14, 2023
Joan “Joni” Martin, age 81 of Jackson, TN, formerly of Paris, died Friday, July 14, 2023, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital.
She graduated from high school in Stuttgart, AR in 1959. She attended Arkansas State Teacher’s College in Conway, AR and went on to attend and graduate from Draughon’s School of Business in Memphis, TN. Joni was a member of...
Bettye Jane Ford
Jul 9, 2023
Bettye Jane Heggie Ford, age 93 of Buchanan, TN, went to be with the Lord on July 9, 2023.
Bettye was the owner & operator of Whispering Pines Café in Buchanan, TN, for more than 50 years. She loved fishing, reading, watching old western movies, eating sweet treats, and visiting with her family, friends & customers. She also loved all...
Jeri Suzanne "Susie" Smith
Jul 9, 2023
Jeri Suzanne “Susie” Smith, age 59 of Paris, TN, died Sunday, July 9, 2023, at the Anna Mae Owen Hospice House in Murray, KY.
She retired from Gastro One after many years as a receptionist. Susie enjoyed singing, crocheting, coloring, attending church, and being with family and friends. She was a member of Bethany Missionary Baptist Church in Paris.
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Barbara Kay Gafford
Jul 9, 2023
Barbara Kay Gafford, age 77 of Mansfield, TN, died Sunday, July 9, 2023, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN.
Barbara was a member of Sugar Creek Baptist Church where she formerly played the piano. She retired from Holley Carburetor plant in Paris and then became a full-time homemaker, taking care of her granddaughter. She enjoyed watching NASCAR,...
Ruth Soriano Gallenero Marcella
Jul 8, 2023
Ruth Soriano Gallenero Marcella, age 85 of Paris, TN, died Saturday, July 8, 2023, peacefully in her sleep at her daughter’s residence in Memphis, TN.
She received a Bachelor of Science in Foreign Affairs and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Lyceum of the Philippines University in Manila, Philippines. As a decorated writer and editor, she...
Emmanuel Manners
Jul 5, 2023
In loving memory of Emmanuel Manners (85) who passed away peacefully in his home in Paris, TN on July 5, 2023. He was the owner/operator of M & G Glass Co and later Variety Mirrors & Glass. He served the West TN and West KY region flower shops with his creations after retiring from doing windshields and store front plate...
Michael J. Gore
Jul 4, 2023
Deacon Michael Joseph Gore found his eternal independence on July 4, 2023. He passed peacefully at his home in Paris, TN, with family at the age of 83. Deacon Gore was born on August 10, 1939, in Chicago, IL. Mike was a passionate husband, father, teacher, coach, gardener, woodworker, debater, camper, creator, and servant to his faith.
Deacon Gore was...
William Clayton "W.C." Elkins
Jul 3, 2023
William Clayton “W.C.” Elkins, age 99 of Paris, TN, died Monday, July 3, 2023, at AHC of Paris.
He retired after many years from Midland Brake in Paris. He was a U.S. Army WWII veteran, where he fought in the Battle of the Bulge and was at the liberation of Belgium. W.C. was awarded the Bronze Star, 3 Campaign Stars,...
Gary Lynn Beecham
Jul 2, 2023
Gary Beecham, age 65 of Mansfield, TN, died Sunday July 2, 2023, at Saint Thomas West Hospital in Nashville, TN.
He was the owner and operator of Beecham’s Auction Service in Henry, TN. Gary enjoyed cattle farming, being an auctioneer, and loved spending time with his grandchildren. He was Baptist by belief.
Gary was born February 7, 1958, in...
David Robert Hart
Jun 30, 2023
David Robert Hart, age 96 of Paris, TN, longtime resident of Memphis, TN, died Friday, June 30, 2023, at West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN.
He retired from Schering-Plough in Memphis, TN, after 31 years as a machinist. He enjoyed yard work, being a master craftsman at woodworking, and loved his family.
David was born August...
Olleen Jackson
Jun 27, 2023
Olleen Jackson, age 91 of Buchanan, TN, died Tuesday, June 27, 2023, at AHC of Paris.
She was a longtime member of Blood River Church of Christ and later attended Mt. Zion Church of Christ. Olleen was a homemaker and a babysitter. She enjoyed playing cards and taking care of her children.
Olleen was born January 2, 1932, in the...
Carolyn Martin Bradham
Jun 25, 2023
Carolyn Martin Bradham, age 89 of Hazel, KY, died Sunday June 25, 2023, at The Farms of Puryear in Puryear, TN.
She attended Childersburg High School where she played on the basketball and softball teams. She loved reading and studying history. Carolyn graduated from Lutheran School of Nursing in 1968, and later attended U.T. Martin to work on receiving...
Harris Edward Shelton
Jun 23, 2023
Harris Edward Shelton, age 75 of Mansfield, TN, died Friday, June 23, 2023, at his residence.
He retired after several years in masonry and brick work in Florida.
Harris was born October 9, 1947, in Lake County, TN, to the late Robert Shelton and the late Willie Mae Hall Shelton.
He is survived by one son, Larry (Misty) Shelton of...
Joan Marsh Mitchell
Jun 20, 2023
Joan Marsh Mitchell, age 87 of Paris, TN, passed away on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.
Joan was born in Cambridge, England, daughter of the late Jack and Maisie Marsh. She grew up in a charming British neighborhood with her sister and close family relatives where she developed a love of animals, music, and brilliant...
Billy G. "Bill” McCutcheon
Jun 20, 2023
Billy G. “Bill” McCutcheon, age 81 of Paris, TN, died Tuesday, June 20, 2023, at Murray-Calloway County Hospital in Murray, KY.
He retired after many years from the Paris Post-Intelligencer. He was a former broadcaster for WTPR and WMUF. Bill was a member and song leader of Oak Hill Union Church in Paris. He was the co-founder of Henry County...
Dr. Walter P. Griffey, Jr.
Jun 17, 2023
Dr Walter P Griffey Jr, age 89 of Paris, Tennessee, died Saturday, June 17, 2023, at his residence. Dr Griffey was born in San Francisco, California in 1933, the eldest son of the late Dr Walter P Griffey Sr. and the late Christine Johnson Griffey. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his sister, Ann...
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