Paris, TN Obituaries

Jul 26, 2016

Steven Lee “Steve” Herndon, age 46, died Tuesday July 26, 2016, at Alive Hospice in Nashville, TN. Steve had recently been diagnosed with colon cancer.

Born in October 15, 1969, in Paris, TN, he was the son of Danny Herndon of Paris and the late Brenda “Borenda “Dillion Blackburn.  Steve was a self- employed handyman....

Jul 24, 2016

Buddy E. Parrish, 87, of Cape Girardeau died July 24, 2016 at his home. He was born February 28, 1929, at Palmersville, Tennessee, to Yancy B. and Hilda G. Pentecost Parrish. He grew up on the family farm in northwest Tennessee near Cottage Grove. In 1966, he bought farm land in Tennessee and became a "weekend farmer," raising small...

Jul 19, 2016

LaRue McClure, age 81, of Paris, Tenn., died Tuesday, July 19, 2016, at her residence in Paris, Tenn.

She was a member of Cottage Grove Church of Christ and a member of the Eastern Star where she served as a Grand Officer in 1979.

She was born July 10, 1935 in...

Jul 18, 2016

Don “Smooth” Green, Sr., age 83, of Paris, Tenn., died Monday, July 18, 2016, at Henry County Medical Center in Paris, Tenn.

Don began his love of golf  at an early age while working as a caddy in Humboldt, TN.   He was a former miner in Colorado for 12 years and also worked as Route Salesman...

Jul 16, 2016

Sherry Hatcher Johnson, age 65, of Paris, Tenn., died Saturday, July 16, 2016 , in Paris.

She married W. A. “Bill” "Creekwater” Johnson November 11, 1970, who survives.

Sherry was a member of the West Paris Baptist Church, an avid reader and enjoyed dogs.

Born in Paris,...

Jul 16, 2016

Robert Dale Lindsey, age 59, of Tiptonville, Tenn, formerly of Paris, died Saturday, July 16, 2016, at Reelfoot Manor Nursing Home in Tiptonville, Tenn.

He formerly worked at Mar-Kel Lighting and  K.T. Clay Co.

He was born October 16, 1956 to the late Martha Frances Lindsey.

He...

Jul 13, 2016

William Edward “Bill” Smith, age 72, of Paris, Tenn., died Wednesday, July 13, 2016, at his residence in Paris, Tenn.

He was a carpet layer with Morgan Funiture Company for 30 years, then was self-employed and worked in the construction business for several years.  He was also a US Army Vietnam Veteran and lifetime member of...

Jul 13, 2016

Viola Jane Crisp, age 84, of Paris, Tenn., died Wednesday, July 13, 2016, at Henry County Medical Center in Paris, Tenn.

She was born April 28, 1932 in Bryson City, North Carolina to the late Archie Lee Crisp and the late Fannie Mozella Jenkins Crisp.

She is survived by one Sister,...

Jul 6, 2016

Jessie Perrin “J.P.”  Paschall, age 81, of Cottage Grove, Tenn., died Wednesday, July  6, 2016, at Morningside of Paris.

Born October 18, 1934, in Cottage Grove, TN, he was the son of the late Jessie Green Paschall and the late Dula Mae Hill  Paschall. J.P. was a lifelong farmer.

He is survived...

Jul 5, 2016

Doris Anstey of Paris, died July 5, 2016, following a short illness.  She was born in Medina, NY, January 6, 1928, the daughter of Herbert and Dorothy Schaal, who predecease her, along with brothers, Kenneth, Norman, Victor, and sister, Catherine.

Mrs. Anstey graduated salutatorian of the Medina High School class of 1945.  On August 25,...

Jul 2, 2016

Rickie Ford Rogers, age 58, of Paris, Tenn., died Saturday, July 2, 2016 at Morningside of Paris.

He was a member of Mt. Zion Church of Christ and was a Retired Master Jeweler who previously worked for Rogers Jewelers and Moon Jewelers. He also was a licensed realtor and enjoyed riding motorcycles in his younger years.

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Jun 28, 2016

Opal Geneva Gerhard, age 90, of Dover, Tenn., died Tuesday, June 28, 2016, at Diversicare of Dover in Dover, Tenn.

Mrs. Gerhard was a lifelong homemaker.  She was born December 31, 1925, in Bumpus Mills, TN to the late Walter Lee and the late Lila Williams Lee.

She was married to...

Jun 25, 2016

Baby Tate Jearld Weatherly, infant son of Adam Robert and Cassie Jo Moody Weatherly of Paris, Tenn., died Saturday, June 25, 2016, at Murray Calloway Co. Hospital in Murray, Ky.

Along with his Parents, he is survived by his Brother, Drew Robert Weatherly of Paris, TN;  Grandmother, Pam Gallimore of Buchanan, TN;  Grandparents, Jim Bob and Terri...

Jun 24, 2016

Mark Alan Harrison, age 52, of Springville, Tenn., died Friday, June 24, 2016, at his residence in Springville, Tenn.

Mark worked as a painter and construction worker for several Years.   He was also a talented musician and enjoyed playing the Guitar.

He was born September 22, 1963 in Memphis, TN to...

Jun 24, 2016

Lon “L.W.” Greer, age 83, of Leesburg, Ga., formerly of Henry County, died Friday, June 24, 2016, at his  Residence in Leesburg, Ga.

L. W. was a member of Thompson Creek Baptist Church for 65 years and served as a Deacon.  He was also a U.S. Army Veteran.   He was the former Maintenance and Transportation...

Jun 24, 2016

Tommie L. Dicus, age 68, of Paris, Tenn., died Friday, June 24, 2016, at Jackson Madison Co. Gen. Hosp. in Jackson, Tenn.

Tommie was a 1967 Cottage Grove High School Graduate.   He formerly worked at Holley Carburetor Plant and also served as a Pastor for several years.   He was a retired Funeral Director after working...

Jun 12, 2016

Alice Petronico, age 74, of Paris, Tenn., died Sunday, June 12, 2016, at her residence in Paris, Tenn.

Born May 14, 1942 in Hoboken, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Charles Kelsey and the late Catherine Tragonoas Kelsey. She was married to Patrick Petronico, Sr. who died January 8, 2003.

Jun 7, 2016

James Willis “Jime” McBride, age 75, of Springville, Tenn., died Tuesday, June 7, 2016, at Paris Healthcare & Rehab Center in Paris, Tenn.

Born July 17, 1940, in Paris, he was the son of the late Willis Trenton “Shorty” McBride and the late Louise VanCleave McBride. Mr. McBride was first married to Virginia Barnes McBride...

Jun 4, 2016

Tommy Edward Clayton, age 69, died Saturday June 4, 2016, at his residence in Paris. He was a retired maintenance worker from Emerson Electric.

Born March 15, 1947, in Paris,he was the son of the late Eulus Clayton and the late Evalee Hudson Clayton. He married Martha Wilson Clayton July 13, 1966, who preceded in death December 9, 2012....

May 31, 2016

Zera Thomas Brannon, age 96, of Puryear, Tenn., died Tuesday, May 31, 2016, at Benchmark Healthcare of Puryear in Puryear, Tenn. He was a member of Mill Creek Presbyterian Church.   He formerly worked as a mechanic at Paris Motor Co. in Paris and Wynns Garage in Puryear, TN.   He also formerly taught small engine repair at the Vocational Technical School...