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Paris, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Paris, Tennessee area
Robert Franklin Starnes
Aug 25, 2024
Robert F. “Bob” Starnes age 75 of Paris, TN, died Sunday, August 25, 2024, at the Jackson Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN.
Bob was a retired maintenance tech from PML. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and riding motorcycles.
He was born November 30, 1948, in Arlington, TN, to the late James Starnes, Sr, and the late Frances Thomas Riggs.
He married Shirley...
Donald Ray Winsett
Aug 24, 2024
Donald Ray Winsett, age 85 of Culver, IN, formerly of Henry County, died Saturday, August 24, 2024, at his residence.
He retired after a long career as Chief of Police Services for CSX Railroad. He also worked for the Chicago Police Department in the early 1960’s. Donald was a graduate of Springville High School and a Mason & member of the...
Arthur "Art" Mealer
Aug 23, 2024
Arthur “Art” Mealer, age 86 of Paris, TN, died Friday, August 23, 2024, at Henry County Healthcare Center in Paris, TN.
Art was born October 18, 1937, in Chicago, IL, to the late Hilliard Mealer and the late Lida O’Guin Mealer.
He and his family moved to Obion, TN in 1947, and he graduated from Cloverdale High School in 1955. He enlisted...
Ronald Lee "Ronnie" Bennett
Aug 20, 2024
Ronald Lee “Ronnie” Bennett, age 65 of Springville, TN, died Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at his residence.
He worked as an estimator in the construction industry. Ronnie was a master woodworker and loved the University of Tennessee football.
Ronnie was born May 29, 1959, in Covington, TN, to the late Arnold L. Bennett and the late Shirley J. Springer Bennett.
He is survived...
Randall Joe "Randy" Nance
Aug 18, 2024
Randall Joe “Randy” Nance, age 65, of Springfield, KY, passed away Sunday, August 18, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family following a brief illness.
Randy was born in Paris, TN, on November 16, 1958, to Billy Joe and Linda Lemonds Nance.
He earned a bachelor’s degree in finance from the University of Tennessee at Martin and a master’s degree in...
Sarah Wofford
Aug 17, 2024
Sarah Joyce Wofford age 83 of Buchanan, TN, died Saturday, August 17, 2024, at her residence.
Sarah was born April 13, 1941, in Gallant, AL, to the late William Marion Beason and the late Ora Lee Arnold Beason.
She married Bailey Wofford March 25, 1975, and he preceded her in death March 19, 2010.
Sarah retired from Tecumseh after working many years in...
Kathie Burnett
Aug 17, 2024
Kathie Denese Burnett, age 65 of Puryear, TN, passed away Saturday, August 17, 2024 at her residence surrounded by her family.
Kathie retired from the Murray Calloway Transit Authority as a dispatcher. She was a member of the former Faith Missionary Baptist Church in Hazel, KY. She loved riding her grandchildren around on the golf cart, and enjoyed camping at Piney...
Judy Ledbetter
Aug 16, 2024
Judy Sgroi Tihelka Ledbetter, age 81 of Springville, TN, died Friday, August 16, 2024, at NHC Healthcare in Milan, TN.
She retired after 36 years from Ford Motor Credit. Judy loved the world of classic cars and enjoyed traveling around to car shows. She enjoyed hanging out with her girlfriends, visiting casinos, and spending time with her grandchildren.
Judy was born August...
Martha Jean Barber
Aug 14, 2024
Martha Jean Barber, age 81 of Paris, TN, died Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN.
She retired after many years from Kroger in Paris. She enjoyed flowers, gardening, and cooking for her family. Martha Jean loved her family and loved & centered her life around her church. She was a charter member of New Harmony...
Barbara Joyce Ivey
Aug 14, 2024
Barbara Joyce Ivey, age 80 of Paris, TN, died Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at Henry County Medical Center in Paris.
She retired after several years from First National Bank in Panhandle, TX. She was also the former manager of Alsups Convenience Store. Barbara loved her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren and watching them do anything. She enjoyed gardening and...
Thomas Gray Dyer, Jr.
Aug 14, 2024
Thomas Gray Dyer, Jr., age 85 of Millington, TN, formerly of Henry County, died Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at Baptist Memorial East Hospital in Memphis, TN.
He started working at a young age as a projectionist at the theater in Manila, AR. He was a former fireman with the Paris Fire Department and later retired from the Commercial Appeal newspaper in...
William Macon Marshall
Aug 14, 2024
William Macon Marshall, age 76 of Clarksville, TN, died Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at his lake house in New Concord, KY.
He retired after working many years in the maintenance field in the auto industry. He was also the retired owner & operator of “Big City Dogs” hot dog stand. Macon was a U.S. Army Vietnam veteran. He loved music, dancing,...
Crystal Leigh Gilstrap
Aug 9, 2024
Crystal Leigh Gilstrap, age 41 of Henry, TN, died Friday, August 9, 2024, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN.
She was a homemaker who enjoyed reading and loved music. She loved her son very much and his life was her world.
Crystal was born July 1, 1983, in Memphis, TN.
She is survived by her husband, Lucas Gilstrap of Rustburg, VA;...
Donald Ray "Don" Woodard
Aug 8, 2024
Donald Ray “Don” Woodard, age 44 of Paris, TN, died Thursday, August 8, 2024, at his residence.
He worked as a loading supervisor for Institutional Casework Incorporated in Paris. He liked to fish and enjoyed working.
Don was born November 22, 1979, in Huntingdon, TN.
He is survived by his mother & stepfather, Peggy (Sam) Crowder of Paris, TN; his daughter, Emma Grace...
Roy Finley Glover
Aug 7, 2024
Roy Finley Glover, age 63 of Paris, TN, died Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at his residence.
He retired after many years as a surveyor for L.I. Smith & Associates in Paris. He was a U.S. Army veteran.
Roy was born November 24, 1960, to the late Clyde Glover, Sr., and the late Virginia Potter Glover.
He is survived by three children, Jasmine Brown...
Shannon Parker
Aug 7, 2024
Shannon Rena Parker, age 54 of Buchanan, TN, died Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at TriStar Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, TN
She worked for many years as a private duty caregiver for the state of Tennessee. Shannon loved being a devoted wife, Mom, and especially a Nana to her grandchildren. She was a member of the “Blues Crew” at Blues Landing...
Terrence William "Terry" Kelly, Jr.
Aug 6, 2024
Terrence William “Terry” Kelly, Jr., age 81 of Buchanan, TN, died Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at AHC of Paris.
He retired after a long career in education as a teacher, where he taught 6th grade & spent most of his teaching career in Juneau, AK. Terry loved hunting, fishing, and being outdoors. He also was an avid reader.
Terry was born November...
Mel Mahan Flowers
Aug 5, 2024
Melinda Gail Long “Mel” Mahan Flowers, age 57 of Paris, TN, passed away Monday, August 5, 2024, at her residence.
Mel was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Paris and was Baptist by faith. She formerly worked as a machinist at MAHLE Engine Components in Morristown, TN. She was also a licensed insurance agent and licensed real estate agent....
Terry Collier
Aug 4, 2024
Terry Gene Collier age 72 of Erin, TN, died Sunday, August 4, 2024, at the Houston County Community Hospital in Erin.
Terry was born December 28, 1951, in Fulton, KY, to the late Bobby Gene Collier and the late Mamie Smith Collier.
He was married September 28, 1982, to Dora Younger Collier, who survives of Erin.
Terry retired in 2012 from the Local...
Carolyn Bumpus
Aug 4, 2024
Carolyn Ann Jones Bumpus, age 85 of Paris, TN, passed away Sunday, August 4, 2024, at her residence.
She worked for several years at Holley Carburetor Plant in Paris. She also formerly worked at the Henry County Election Commission and Clifty Farms. Carolyn was a member of East Wood Church of Christ. Her grandchildren loved her yeast rolls.
Carolyn was born October...
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