Paris, TN Obituaries

Jan 26, 2023

Eva Marcettia Norwood, age 78 of Paris, TN, died Thursday, January 26, 2023, at West Tennessee Healthcare Volunteer Hospital in Martin, TN, surrounded by her husband and children.

She graduated from E.W. Grove High School in 1963 where she played basketball and was a Majorette in the band. She completed her Radiology Training at Methodist...

Jan 25, 2023

Caroline Jackson Brannon, age 63 of Puryear, TN, died Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at her residence after a long battle with leukemia and multiple sclerosis.

She was the co-owner of B&G Equipment of Hopkinsville, KY, for 17 years up until the time declining health prompted the sale of the business.  She previously worked for Tecumseh...

Jan 25, 2023

James Jay Webster, age 49 of Buchanan, TN, died Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at his residence.

He attended Point Pleasant Baptist Church.  He enjoyed watching TV, cooking, and baking.

James was born April 28, 1973, in Gowanda, NY, to the late Alton Charles Webster and the late Paulette Ruth Bremiller Webster....

Jan 20, 2023

Edmund Palmer “Ed” Tayloe, Jr., age 85, of Paris, died Friday, January 20, 2023, at his residence.

Ed was the former owner and operator of Tayloe Hancock Glass Company. Ed summed up his passions in life in a quote when he sold the business and retired, “I’ve put in 47 years, I’m ready to get out, I’m...

Jan 20, 2023

Judy Gail Hosford Kemp, age 74 of Paris, died Friday, January 20, 2023, at the Henry County Medical Center.

Judy was a 1966 graduate of Cottage Grove School. She formerly worked at Tecumseh for 36 plus years and was a waitress for Redmon’s BBQ and several other restaurants in Paris. Judy enjoyed watching Tennessee Volunteer...

Jan 13, 2023

Anna Charlene Boothe, age 70 of Paris, TN, died Friday, January 13, 2023, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN.

She retired from Morningside of Paris where she worked as a resident assistant.  Anna loved her cats and dogs, helping others, and being a caregiver.  She enjoyed watching “Days of Our Lives.”

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Jan 10, 2023

Patricia Louise "Patty Lou" Willoughby Woodward, age 82 of Paris, TN, died Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at Murray-Calloway County Hospital in Murray, KY.

She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, and a longtime former member of First United Methodist Church in Paris.  She was active and supporting in the Paris Elks Lodge for...

Jan 10, 2023

Wanda Sue Charles, age 79 of Buchanan, TN, died Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at her residence.

She was a homemaker who formerly attended Sulphur Well Church of Christ.  She enjoyed spending time with her grandkids, reading, and watching the TV show “Heartland.”

Wanda was born July 1, 1943, in Tullahoma, TN,...

Jan 6, 2023

Kenny Paschall, age 72, of Puryear, passed away Friday, January 6, 2023, at his residence.

Kenny retired from BPU in Paris after 39 years.  He was a member of First Baptist Church in Paris and the Friendship Sunday School Class.  He loved working with church groups building handicap ramps and was always ready to drive the van...

Jan 5, 2023

Judy Carol Greer Ridgway, age 76 of Columbia, TN, formerly of Paris, died Thursday, January 5, 2023, in Columbia, TN.

She was a homemaker who formerly attended Whitlock & Henry Church of Christ.  Judy enjoyed flowers, gardening, and cooking.  She loved her dog, Charlie, and her family, especially her grandchildren.

Judy...

Jan 5, 2023

Bobby Barham, age 74 of Paris, TN, died Thursday, January 5, 2023, at his residence.

He retired from ICG Railroad where he worked as a brakeman.  He formerly worked at PML in Paris.  Bobby was a U.S. Navy veteran.  He graduated from South Side High School in Jackson, TN, and went on to attend and...

Jan 4, 2023

Ralph Boyd Jackson, Jr, age 71 of Como, TN, died Wednesday, January 4, 2023, at Jackson-Madison County Hospital in Jackson, TN.

He was a member of Cottage Grove Baptist Church.  Ralph enjoyed deer hunting, woodworking, and his model 66 Chevy pickup truck.

Ralph was born September 11, 1951, in Everett, PA,...

Jan 3, 2023

Mary Lois Sparks, age 88 of Puryear, TN, died Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at Henry County Healthcare Center in Paris, TN.

She was a homemaker who formerly worked for several years at Holley Carburetor in Paris.  Mary enjoyed sewing, gardening, canning, and spending time with her family.  She was a member of Hico Church of...

Jan 2, 2023

Dan Paschall, age 77, of Country Club Loop in Paris, died Monday, January 2, 2023, at his residence.

Dan was born September 26, 1945, in Paris to the late Winfred “Red” Paschall and the late Doris Marie “Tootsie” Wilson Paschall. He grew up in Puryear, TN and was a member of Puryear Baptist Church. A...

Jan 1, 2023

Robbye Williams Lax, age 84 of Paris, TN, died Sunday, January 1, 2023.

She formerly owned and operated H.D. Lax Insurance Agency in Paris for many years with her late husband, H.D. and her son, Nicky.  Robbye was Baptist by faith.  She enjoyed sewing clothing for less fortunate children, doing things for others, and she...

Jan 1, 2023

Donald A. “Pizza Man” Lax, age 59 of Paris, TN, died Sunday, January 1, 2023, at his residence.

He was a self-employed surveyor for L.I. Smith for many years.  He enjoyed fishing and gardening.  Donald loved all sports, especially NASCAR, and was an avid Tennessee Titans and Chicago Cubs fan.  He enjoyed and was a...

Dec 31, 2022

Lynn Greer, age 65 of Paris, TN, died Saturday, December 31, 2022, at Henry County Medical Center in Paris.

She was a homemaker who enjoyed quilting, crocheting, and sewing.  She formerly worked for several years at H&R Block and Clifty Farms.  Lynn loved her family, especially her grandbabies, nieces, and nephews.  She enjoyed canning and...

Dec 31, 2022

William Cecil “Bill” Nall, age 73 of Paris, TN, died Saturday, December 31, 2022, at AHC of Paris.

He retired from Emerson Electric in Paris where he worked for 25 years.  He formerly worked at Nestaway in McKenzie, TN.  Bill was a U.S. Army Vietnam veteran and a member of the Mountain Men of America. ...

Dec 29, 2022

Tami Kaye Moore, age 63 of Murfreesboro, TN, formerly of Henry County, died Thursday, December 29, 2022, in Murfreesboro, TN.

She was a nurse for several years. Tami loved her dog Precious who she had for 16 years. She enjoyed karaoke night at the Mexican restaurant, treasure hunting and yard sales.

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Dec 29, 2022

Linda Kay Radford Salmon, age 77 of Paris, TN, passed away peacefully in her home on Thursday, December 29, 2022.  Visitation will be Monday, January 2, 2023, from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm at Ridgeway Funeral Home, 201 Dunlap St., Paris, TN, with the funeral service beginning at 1:00 pm at Ridgeway Funeral Home.   Burial will be in Olive...