Paris, TN Obituaries

Loy Kevin Gates

Feb 22, 2023

Loy Kevin Gates, age 55 of Springville, TN, died Wednesday, February 22, 2023.

He was a heavy equipment operator for 18 years for Henry County Highway Department.  Loy enjoyed dirt work and digging ponds for others.  He loved the outdoors and enjoyed westerns.

Loy was born September 15, 1967, in Paris,...

Betty Baldwin Feamster

Feb 19, 2023

Betty Lois Baldwin Feamster, age 88 of Paris, TN, died peacefully at The Farms of Puryear in Puryear, TN from complications of Parkinson’s Disease.

Betty grew up in Frankfort, KY.   She was the daughter of Clyde M. and Clellan Parris Baldwin.  She was a graduate of Nazareth School of Nursing where she received her Registered...

Diane Hall Paschall

Feb 19, 2023

Diane Hall Paschall age 74 of Mansfield died Sunday, February 19, 2023, at her residence.

After working many years in the banking industry, Diane retired from Holley Credit Union. She enjoyed sewing, quilting, making crafts, cooking, and gardening, but her passion in life, especially the last few years was spending time with her grandkids. Diane was a...

Kathy Sadler

Feb 18, 2023

Some people only walk this earth for a short time. Their departure reminds us that angels are watching over us. On February 18, 2023, Kathrine “Kathy” Louise Sadler went home to be with Jesus and sing in that heavenly choir. She was just 62 years old.

Kathy was the head teller for Commercial...

Larry Wilson

Feb 18, 2023

Larry N. Wilson age 73 of Paris died Saturday, February 18, 2023, at the Henry County Medical Center.

Larry was currently working for PMB Rentals, where he recently won the Salesman of Year award for 2022. He formerly worked as a deputy for the Henry County Sheriff’s Department. Larry was an avid supporter of youth...

Judy Ann Douglass Drummond

Feb 18, 2023

Judy Ann Douglass Drummond age 64 of Paris died February 18, 2023, at AHC of Paris.

Judy was a born again Christian and a member of Cottage Grove Baptist Church. She enjoyed cake decorating and cross stitch. Judy was an avid supporter of Lifeline Blood Services, donating as often as she could until her health...

Clara Evelyn Routon Hart

Feb 17, 2023

Clara Evelyn Routon Hart, age 87 of Paris, TN, died Friday, February 17, 2023, at Henry County Medical Center.

She retired after many years as the co-owner & operator of Hart’s Fish Market alongside her husband.  Clara enjoyed gardening, crocheting, scrapbooking, and loved to read.  She was Baptist by belief, attending Springhill Baptist Church and...

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...