Paris, TN Obituaries

Michael Myatt

Feb 17, 2023

Michael Ray Myatt age 65 of Paris died Friday, February 17, 2023, at the Henry County Medical Center.

Michael was a retired machinist, but his passion in life was music. He could play anything with strings. He enjoyed making music, listening to music, and recording music. He had formerly attended the Harris School of Art....

Bobby Dean Keatts

Feb 16, 2023

Bobby Dean Keatts, age 43 of Buchanan, TN, died Thursday, February 16, 2023 at St. Thomas Rutherford Hospital in Murfreesboro, TN.

Bobby was born April 28, 1979 in Clarksville, TN. He is survived by his father, Marshall Dean (Patti) Keatts of Clarksville, TN, and mother, Vivian Pace (Jimmy) Lipford of Buchanan, TN

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David Dale Merrell

Feb 14, 2023

David Dale Merrell, age 61 of Charlotte, NC, formerly of Henry County, died Tuesday, February 14, 2023, at his residence.

He was a 1979 graduate of Henry County High School.  He attended the University of Tennessee at Knoxville and Murray State University where he graduated with a master’s degree in English and philosophy.  David was...

Gene Phifer

Feb 14, 2023

Gene Phifer, age 87 of Glen Allen, VA, formerly of Henry County, died Tuesday, February 14, 2023, at his residence.

He retired after 29 ½ years as an EMT for the Henry County Ambulance Service.  He also worked 34 years with Ridgeway Funeral Home where he served as a funeral assistant.  Gene was a U.S. Air Force...

Jonny Nash

Feb 13, 2023

Jonny Nash, age 73 of Paris, TN, died Monday, February 13, 2023, at his residence.

He retired after many years as a truck driver.  He was a U.S. Marine Vietnam veteran and a longtime member of the American Legion.  Jonny was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for many years...

Sharon Mosley Harrington

Feb 11, 2023

Sharon Mosley Harrington, age 76 of Paris, TN, died Saturday, February 11, 2023, at AHC of Paris.

She received her bachelors and master’s degrees from Memphis State University.  Sharon taught in the Memphis City Schools in Memphis, TN, from 1971-1985.  After moving to Paris, she taught in Benton County & Henry County school systems from...

Vickie Lynn Grace

Feb 9, 2023

Vickie Lynn Grace, age 61, of Paris, TN, died Thursday, February. 9, 2023, peacefully in her sleep at AHC in McKenzie, TN.

Vickie was born July 4, 1961, in Chicago, IL, to the late Willie Gene Boyd and mother, Mary Sue Boyd, who survives of Gallatin, TN.

Vickie was a believer in...

Terry O. Pierce

Feb 9, 2023

Terry O. Pierce, age 79 of Paris, TN, died Thursday, February 9, 2023, at Henry County Healthcare Center in Paris, TN.

Although born in St. Louis, Terry and his parents moved back to Paris, which he called home.  He graduated from Grove High School in 1961 and attended Murray State University.  For over 20 years,...

Michael Dale "Mike" Hudson

Feb 9, 2023

Michael Dale “Mike” Hudson, age 72 of Paris, TN, died Thursday, February 9, 2023, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN.

He retired as the longtime owner & operator of Hudson’s Body Shop in Paris.  Mike loved race car driving and in his younger years, enjoyed singing in the band Headliner.  He was a...

Peggy Ann Owens

Feb 6, 2023

Peggy Ann Owens, age 64 of Paris, TN, died Monday, February 6, 2023, at Henry County Medical Center.

She retired from Regional Hospital in Jackson, TN, after many years as an LPN.  She formerly worked at Regional Hospital in McKenzie, TN.  Peggy loved spending time with her family and cooking.  She was a member of...

William "Bill" Ellis

Feb 5, 2023

William “Bill” Ellis, age 72 of Buchanan, TN, died Sunday, February 5, 2023, at his residence.

He was the former owner & operator of B&D Bar.  Bill enjoyed fishing and hanging out at his favorite place. Lakeside Bar & Grill.

Bill was born July 12, 1950, in Hoke County, NC, to...

Carol Jo Clark

Feb 5, 2023

Carol Jo Clark, age 66 of Paris, TN, died Sunday, February 5, 2023, at Henry County Healthcare Center.

She retired from Del Ray Medical Center in Del Ray, FL, after many years as a CNA.

Carol was born November 16, 1956, in Philadelphia, PA, to the late Earl Nolan Clark and the late Patricia Diane...

Helen Tucker

Feb 4, 2023

Helen Ruth Williams Tucker, age 91 of Paris, passed away peacefully Saturday, February 4, 2023, surrounded by her family and friends at her residence.

Helen was known by most of her friends as Miss Helen. She formerly operated her own daycare for many years, where every child that entered received her love, care, and attention...

Gary Henry Martin

Feb 4, 2023

Gary Henry Martin, age 77 of Paris, TN, died Saturday, February 4, 2023, at his residence.

He was a U.S. Navy veteran, retiring as a Senior Chief after 22 years of service.  He enjoyed POKER, hunting, and fishing.  Gary loved all motors, enjoyed speed and racing cars, and his Indian motorcycle prototype.  He raised Shih...

Sarah Winsett

Feb 3, 2023

Sarah Frances Winsett age 93 of Springville died Friday, February 3, 2023, at AHC of Paris.

Sarah was a member of Springville Baptist Church. She formerly worked for Salant & Salant as well as the Clippard Plant. She had previously taught Sunday School at various churches for many years. Sarah was widely known  for her...

Marilee Burton Bullock

Feb 2, 2023

Marilee Burton Bullock, age 88 of Paris, TN, died Thursday, February 2, 2023, at her residence.

She retired after 28 years from Tennessee Valley Authority.  She was a member of First Baptist Church Paris and the Lydia Dorcus Sunday School class.  Marilee was an avid University of Tennessee Volunteers fan and loved St. Louis Cardinals baseball.  She enjoyed...

John Michael "Mike" Mann

Feb 1, 2023

John Michael “Mike” Mann, age 59 of Paris, TN, died, Wednesday, February 1, 2023, at his residence.

He retired from Milan Express after many years as a logistics coordinator.  He was a member of First United Methodist Church in Paris.  He loved his family, especially his grandchildren. Mike enjoyed his friends and times at Jack’s...

Jeff "Bullrider" Burton

Feb 1, 2023

Jeff “Bullrider” Burton, age 60 of Boaz, AL, formerly of Puryear, TN, died Wednesday, February 1, 2023, at Marshall South Hospital in Boaz, AL.

He was a truck driver, bull hauler, and a longtime cowboy.  Jeff loved the rodeo and bull riding.  He was one of a kind and was known around as “Bullrider –...

Fayetta Weatherford

Jan 31, 2023

Fayetta Weatherford, age 84 of Buchanan, TN, died Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at her home.

She worked in the cafeteria at Buchanan School in the early 1970’s.  She also worked for Plumley in the 1980’s.  Fayetta was a stay-at-home mom and a member of Blood River Church of Christ.

Fayetta was...

James Joseph "Jay" Svehla

Jan 28, 2023

James Joseph “Jay” Svehla, age 65 of Springville, TN, died Saturday, January 28, 2023, at AHC of Paris.

He retired after 35 years of teaching Junior High, a career that he loved.  He was a huge sports fan, and especially loved the Chicago Cubs and football.  He had a passion for traveling, music, playing pool,...