Obituaries
Paris, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Paris, Tennessee area
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...
Jo Ann Jordan Chilcutt
Jun 17, 2023
Jo Ann Chilcutt, age 96 of Paris, TN, died Saturday, June 17, 2023, at her home.
Jo Ann was born January 22, 1927, in Gibson, TN, to the late William Benjamin Jordan, Jr., and the late La Ouida Fields Jordan.
Jo Ann was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She was married for 58 years to Charles Eugene...
Dorothy Mae Wyatt
Jun 17, 2023
Dorothy Mae Wyatt, age 83 of Puryear, TN, died Saturday, June 17, 2023, at Henry County Healthcare Center in Paris, TN.
She was a home maker and a member of Cuba Baptist Church in Cuba, KY. Dorothy enjoyed gardening and loved her family dearly.
Dorothy was born March 22, 1940, to the late John W. “J.W.” Glisson and the late...
Mary Susan DeGuire
Jun 11, 2023
Mary DeGuire, age 67 of Paris, TN, died Sunday, June 11, 2023, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN.
She retired as a Human Resource Officer with Target. Mary was a member of the American Auxiliary Post #552 of Summers, WI. She loved crocheting, collecting antiques and crystal stones, and enjoyed wearing vintage hats.
Mary was born January 10,...
Bobby Earl "Rob" Freeman, Jr.
Jun 5, 2023
Bobby Earl “Rob” Freeman, Jr., age 49 of Paris, TN, died Monday, June 5, 2023, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN.
He enjoyed watching golf and playing Pokemon. He loved spending time with his grandson and going on walks with his dogs, wife, and grandson.
Rob was born September 20, 1973, in Paris, TN, to the late Bobby...
James Howard "Jimmy" Powell, Sr.
Jun 1, 2023
James Howard “Jimmy” Powell, Sr., age 84 of Springville, TN, died Thursday, June 1, 2023, at his residence.
He retired after many years from the Henry Police Department, but formerly worked for the Henry County Sheriff’s Department and Spinks Clay Company. He served several years in the Tennessee National Guard. Jimmy enjoyed fishing, being on the river in his boat,...
Tony Allen
May 21, 2023
Anthony Bruce “Tony” Allen age 64 of Mansfield died Sunday, May 21, 2023, at the Tri-Star Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, TN
Tony spent four years in the U.S. Navy before retiring from the U. S. Coast Guard after 22 years of service. He was currently working in the maintenance department at Camden General Hospital. Tony enjoyed spending time...
Jerry F. Byrd
May 21, 2023
Jerry F. Byrd, age 82, of Paris, TN, passed away peacefully at his residence, May 21, 2023.
He retired at age 55 from the Paris Post Office where he spent 30 years as a city mail carrier.
Jerry was an Army veteran. He was stationed in Thule, Greenland and loved his time in the service. He was a Harley Davidson...
William Randall Wagner
May 18, 2023
William Randall Wagner, age 68 of Puryear, TN, died Thursday, May 18, 2023, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN.
He retired from Kroger in Murray, KY, as a meat cutter and a union steward. He enjoyed small building projects and spending time with family. Randall loved camping, NASCAR, and visiting historical sites, especially places with WWII history. His...
Sarah Carolyn Cochran Crabtree
May 18, 2023
Sarah Carolyn Cochran Crabtree, age 96 of Springville, TN, died Thursday, May 18, 2023, at AHC of Paris.
She formerly worked at Merrick Clothing and Walmart. Sarah loved St, Louis Cardinal baseball and enjoyed gardening, yardwork, cooking, and sewing. She was a member of Bethesda Church of Christ in Rives, TN.
Sarah was born November 24, 1926, in Rives,...
Christine Jenkins
May 17, 2023
Christine Marie Jenkins, age 69 of Paris, TN, died Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at Henry County Medical Center in Paris.
She formerly worked as a school nurse in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Christine loved animals and attended Tennessee Valley Community Church.
Christine was born March 5, 1954, in Philadelphia, PA, to the late Clayton Michael Jenkins and the late...
Joy "Joann" Murray Webb
May 17, 2023
Joy “Joann” Murray Webb age 76 of Springville died Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at her residence.
Joann was born June 30, 1946, in Ridgely, TN, to the late Dewey Perry Ward and the late Bessie Marie Berry Ward.
She had formerly worked in the assembly department at Tecumseh. Joann was a member of Faxon Baptist Church. She enjoyed attending garage sales,...
Frankie James, Sr.
May 14, 2023
Frankie James, Sr., age 57 of Paris, TN, died Sunday May 14, 2023, at his home in Paris, TN.
Frankie loved fishing and spending time with family. He enjoyed vintage cars and working puzzles. He was a self-employed mechanic and a jack of all trades. He formerly worked 27 years for the Tennessean as a newspaper delivery driver.
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Nichole Marie Conca
May 13, 2023
Nichole Marie Conca, age 38 of Paris, TN, died Saturday, May 13, 2023, at AHC of Paris.
She formerly worked at McDonald’s in Paris. Nichole enjoyed watching wrestling and was an animal lover.
Nichole was born June 11, 1984, in Denver, CO, to the late Gennaro Conca, Jr., and the late Libby Miracle Conca.
She is survived by her two...
Dwight Foust
May 13, 2023
James Dwight Foust, age 78 of Paris, passed away Saturday, May 13, 2023, at his residence.
Dwight was born August 4, 1944, in Henry, TN to the late Herbert Eugene Foust and the late Edith Bailey Foust. He retired from Dana Corporation as a supervisor in production. He was a former assistant plant manager at Celotex in Paris. Dwight was a...
Marjorie Conyers VanDyke
May 13, 2023
Marjorie Conyers VanDyke, age 100 of Paris, TN, died Saturday May 13, 2023 at her home in Brentwood, TN.
Marjorie’s passion was her family, especially her grandkids. She loved playing bridge with friends and family as well as golf in her younger years. She was a devoted member of Paris First United Methodist Church for 65 years. She worked...
Ann Snider Carter
May 13, 2023
Ann Snider Carter age 73 of Paris died Saturday, May 13, 2023, at her residence.
Ann spent many years as a pharmacist, having worked as co-owner/ operator alongside her husband at Watson’s Pharmacy; the Henry County Medical Center Pharmacy, and finally retiring from Fred’s Pharmacy. She was a member of First United Methodist Church. She enjoyed playing golf, swimming,...