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Paris, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Paris, Tennessee area
Harold Edward Singleton
Feb 22, 2025
Harold Edward Singleton, age 78 of Paris, TN, died Saturday, February 22, 2025, at West Tennessee Healthcare Henry County Hospital.
Harold worked at Holley Carburetor for several years, then he worked at Dement Construction until his retirement. He loved to ride Harley Davidson Motorcycles.
He was married on April 29, 2016, to Jacqueline Elliott Singleton, who survives of Paris, TN.
Harold was born...
Hazel Lucille Powers
Feb 20, 2025
Hazel Lucille Powers, age 94 of Dyer, TN, passed away Thursday, February 20, 2025, at Dyer Nursing and Rehab in Dyer, TN.
Hazel was Baptist in her faith. She managed several restaurants in the Memphis area before opening her own restaurant. She went on to own several different restaurants throughout the years. She also worked in Home Health before retiring.
She was...
Gary "Red" Miller
Feb 19, 2025
Gary 'Red' Kim Miller, born on August 11, 1947, in Kankakee, IL, passed away on February 19th, 2025, at the age of 77, peacefully in his home in Paris, TN.
Gary, who resided predominantly in the Elgin-Dundee, IL area, was an avid woodworker, a lifelong Chicago Cubs fan, and also expressed his passion and love for music through his guitar playing...
Kathy Mae Fuchs
Feb 19, 2025
Kathy Mae Fuchs, age 79 of Paris, TN, passed away at her residence on Wednesday, February 19, 2025.
She was born September 25, 1945, to the late Francis Edward Rogers and the late Minnie Bucy Rogers.
She later married Billy Fuchs, who preceded her in death.
Kathy was a devoted member of Mt. Zion Church of Christ. She dedicated 30 years of her...
Madison Alexandria Myers
Feb 18, 2025
Madison Alexandria Myers, age 24 of Paris, passed away at her residence on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.
She was born June 30, 2000, in McKenzie, TN, to Eric Daniel Myers, who survives of Hollow Rock, TN, and Chasity Dawn Hurlburt Myers, who survives of Paris, TN.
Madison graduated from Henry County High School in 2018 and was a member of the Marching...
Nancy Ann Harris
Feb 18, 2025
Nancy Ann Harris, age 54 of Paris, TN, died on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at Henry County Health and Rehabilitation.
She was born on November 22, 1970, in Lawton, OK, to the late LC Harris and the late Marcalyn Seavall Harris.
Nancy dedicated many years of her life to working as a social worker. She was an active member of Tennessee Valley...
William Thomas "Bubba" Cole
Feb 16, 2025
William Thomas “Bubba” Cole, age 62, of Paris, TN, died Sunday, February 16, 2025, at his residence.
Bubba formerly worked at Dana Corporation. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and working on lawnmowers. He loved his dog, Buster and cat, Willie.
He was born March 22, 1962, in Paris, TN to the late Roy Lee Cole and Janie Buie Cole Underwood, who survives of...
Mike Lockman
Feb 13, 2025
Michael E. “Mike” Lockman, age 62, of Paris, TN, died Thursday February 13, 2025, at his residence.
Mike was Methodist in faith. He served the community as a registered nurse for several years. He loved antiquing and shopping at thrift stores. Mike enjoyed fishing, watching baseball games and watching all Tennessee sports on television.
He was born May 12, 1962, in Paris,...
Will Andrew Burgess
Feb 13, 2025
Will Andrew Burgess, age 28 of Paris, TN, passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at his residence.
He was born May 6, 1996, in Murray, KY, to Rhonda Sanders Burgess and Roger Burgess.
Will worked at Tosh Farms driving trucks and had a passion for hunting, fishing, and shooting sports. He was a member of Poplar Grove Methodist Church. Will loved...
Barbara Ann Barge
Feb 12, 2025
Barbara Ann Barge, age 77 of Paris, TN, passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at West Tennessee Healthcare- Henry County Hospital.
She was born on March 2, 1947, in Chicago, IL.
Barbara previously worked at the Walmart Deli in Newnan, GA. She had a passion for word puzzles, gardening, and canning. She also adored her dogs.
She is survived by three children,...
Holly Carol North
Feb 11, 2025
Holly Carol North, age 61 of Paris, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
She was born on December 25, 1963, in Roxbury, NY.
On September 27, 1990, Holly married Haskel North, who survives of Paris.
Holly's greatest joy was the time spent with her family, as she was the heart that kept them united. She had...
Myrtle Mae Morris Allen
Feb 10, 2025
Myrtle Mae Morris Allen travelled onto Glory, February 10, 2025, at Crestwood Medical Center in Huntsville, Alabama. Having been a resident of Crown Health Care, Fort Payne, Alabama after a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease.
Born in a share-croppers home, April 7, 1933, to Andrew “Andy” and Myrtle (Morris) Morris of McKenzie, Tennessee. She grew up tough through severe economic conditions as...
Rachel Williams
Feb 9, 2025
Rachel Williams, age 55 of Springville, TN, passed away on Sunday, February 9, 2025, at Patriot Health and Rehabilitation Center in Paris, TN.
She was born on April 7, 1969, in Tillamook, OR, to the late Mary Chambers Patterson and Jack Patterson, who survives of Pennsylvania.
In April 2000, Rachel married Carmelo Oquendo.
She loved reading and gardening, and cherished spending time...
Richard W. Watson, Sr.
Feb 9, 2025
Richard Wayne Watson, Sr., age 72 of Mansfield, TN, died Sunday. February 9, 2025, at his residence.
Richard was a retired plumber. Before his health declined, he enjoyed hunting. In his later years, he enjoyed watching TV, especially westerns. He was a lifelong Chicago Cubs fan.
He was married July 1, 1970, to Mary Lou Brooks Watson, who survives of Mansfield, TN.
Richard...
Glendol "Glen" West
Feb 5, 2025
Glen J. West, age 79 of St. Louis, MO, passed away on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at Christian Northeast Hospital in St. Louis, MO.
Glen proudly served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. Afterward, he worked with the state of Missouri in career services, helping homeless veterans find employment. A dedicated St. Louis Cardinals fan, he attended countless games...
Yvonne Solvedt
Feb 4, 2025
Yvonne Solvedt, age 84 of Paris, TN, passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at her residence.
She was born on January 3, 1941, in Springville, TN, to the late Curtis Aaron Burnett and the late Vonell Darrington Whitehead.
On January 3, 2001, Yvonne married James Solvedt, who survives of Paris, TN.
Yvonne dedicated 20 years to the City of Paris Business Office,...
Garry Wayne Larson
Feb 3, 2025
Garry Wayne Larson, age 80 of Paris, TN, passed away Monday, February 3, 2025, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
Garry was born June 16, 1944, in Battle Creek, MI to the late Harold Larson and the late Wilma Vanwarmer Larson.
He married Martha Craig Larson on July 9, 2015.
Garry was a member of Friendship Baptist Church. He enjoyed history and working...
Bobby Joe "Shorty" Akers
Feb 3, 2025
Bobby “Shorty” Akers, age 84 of Cottage Grove, TN, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025, at Western Baptist Hospital in Paducah, KY, after a short bout with pneumonia.
Shorty was born April 14, 1940, in Cottage Grove, TN and was the son of the late Lillie Etta Davis Akers and the late Ray Akers. In addition to his parents, Shorty...
Donald Jeffrey Hatley
Feb 3, 2025
Donald Jeffrey Hatley, age 65 of Puryear, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025, at his residence.
Donald was born on June 9, 1959, in Berwyn, IL, to Dolores May Bouchard Duncan and the late Hoover Hatley.
Along with his mother, he is survived by 5 sisters, Barbara Carter of Puryear, TN, Karen Rednour of Romeoville, IL, Christie Vance of Murray, KY,...
Ray Rushing
Feb 2, 2025
Ray Rushing, age 76 of Paris, died Sunday, February 2, 2025, at Alive Hospice in Nashville, TN.
Ray was a lifelong logger, having earned the designation as a Master Logger. He enjoyed fishing, riding his motorcycle, and spending time with those he loved. Ray was a self-taught man who could fix anything and lived life to the fullest.
Born November 29, 1948,...
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