Paris, TN Obituaries

Tina Mesavage

Mar 26, 2022

Tina Fay Mesavage, age 58 of Paris, TN, died Saturday, March 26, 2022, at Henry County Medical Center in Paris.

She loved cooking and baking.  Tina cooked in many restaurants in Paris and Henry County over the years and was always feeding those in need of a meal.  She loved her children and grandchildren and...

Sandra Johnson

Mar 24, 2022

Sandra Scott Johnson, age 85 of Paris, TN, died Thursday, March 24, 2022, at Saint Thomas Midtown Hospital in Nashville, TN.

She retired after many years as an insurance agent in Florida.  After her retirement, she became a caregiver for her family members.  Sandra loved watching her nephew play football for the Henry County Patriots,...

Mildred Wilson

Mar 22, 2022

Mildred Jeanette Wilson, age 92 of Hollow Rock, TN, died Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at her residence.

She was a homemaker, she enjoyed reading cooking, and sewing. Mildred loved her flowers, and keeping her great grandchildren. She was a member of Paris Community of Christ in Paris.

Mildred was born June...

Mary Jane Thomas Williams

Mar 22, 2022

Mary Jane Williams, age 58 of Springville, TN, passed away Tuesday, March 22, 2022, in Jupiter, FL.

Mary Jane was very outgoing, competed in baton twirling competitions, was a cheerleader, and was Miss Spruce Creek High School 1982.  She loved the beach and all that it brought and went on to become a Hawaiian tropic...

Ricky Cox

Mar 22, 2022

Ricky Cox, age 71 of Paris, TN, died Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at Saint Thomas West Hospital in Nashville, TN.

He was employed by Coca-Cola for 35 years where he worked as a technician.  He also worked as the circulation manager at the Peddler in Paris.  Ricky was an avid golfer and a member of...

Shawn Freeland

Mar 20, 2022

Shawn Freeland, age 30 of Paris, died Sunday, March 20, 2022, at his residence.

Shawn had formerly worked for 5 Star Lawn Care. He enjoyed tinkering with his tools, working on cars, and doing things with his hands. He loved his children. Shawn attended Lakeside Christian Fellowship.

Shawn was born August...

Eric S. Ainscough

Mar 17, 2022

Eric S. Ainscough, age 60 of  Paris, TN, died Thursday, March 17, 2022, in Puryear, TN.

He was an avid wrestler for 28 years, starting at Charlotte High School, went on to wrestle in the 1980 Olympics, and many places around the world. Eric loved working older muscle cars, cooking, listening to music, and being on the...

Bobby Williams

Mar 17, 2022

Robert Donald “Bobby” Williams age 59 of Paris died Thursday, March 17, 2022 in Paris.

Bobby was an arborist with Champ’s Tree Service and took great pride in his work. He enjoyed being outside, mowing the yard, fishing, being with his family, especially his daughter and grandchildren.

Born March 16, 1963, in Newport, New Hampshire,...

Patricia Johnson

Mar 15, 2022

Patricia Ann Johnson, age 77 of Paris, TN, died Tuesday, March 15, 2022, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN.

She was a homemaker and a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Paris.  She enjoyed crossword puzzles, visiting casinos, and, before her health declined, traveling with her sister.  She loved her cats and...

Bill Robinson

Mar 13, 2022

Bill Robinson, age 75 of Puryear, TN, died Sunday, March 13, 2022, at Murray-Calloway County Hospital in Murray, KY.

He retired from Tecumseh after many years where he worked in maintenance.  He was a member of Puryear Church of Christ, where he served as an Elder for many years.  Bill was a longtime Alderman for...

Ronnie Scott

Mar 12, 2022

Ronnie Scott, age 74 of Paris, TN, died Saturday, March 12, 2022, at his residence with his family and dog, Snooks, by his side.

Ronnie was born September 3, 1947, in Paris, TN, to the late Wayne Thomas Scott and the late Addie Mae Jackson Scott.

He was married to Paula...

Dwayne "Big D" Miller

Mar 12, 2022

Dwayne “Big D” Miller, age 54 of Springville, TN, died Saturday, March 12, 2022, in Indianapolis, IN.

He was an over the road truck driver for more than 30 years, spending the last 10 team driving with his wife. Dwayne was an avid NASCAR, and Tennessee Titans fan. Therapy for Big D was playing his...

Carl Blake Davis

Mar 11, 2022

Carl Blake Davis, age 81 of Mansfield, TN, died Friday, March 11, 2022, at Hillview Community Living Center in Dresden, TN.

He formerly worked as a security guard in St. Louis for many years, then retired from Hollingsworth Sawmill in Mansfield, TN.  Carl attended Mansfield Academy growing up as a child.  He enjoyed trapping, hunting,...

Harriet Smith Vanhassel

Mar 11, 2022

Harriet S. VanHassel, age 98, of Paris, TN, formerly of Melbourne Beach, FL, went Home on March 11, 2022.

Harriet was a devoted wife and favorite aunt. She was born and raised in Eureka, NY and graduated from Ellenville High School and George School. She continued her education at Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, where she achieved...

Margaret Smith Dolan

Mar 10, 2022

Margaret Smith Dolan, age 100, of Paris, TN, formerly of Grahamsville NY, went Home March 10, 2022.

Margaret led a full life with enthusiasm. She had a genuine love for people and showed it by how active she was in her church and community. Margaret attended Ellenville High School, NY.; George School, PA; Guilford College,...

Shirley Barnes

Mar 7, 2022

Shirley Barnes, age 84 of Springville, TN, died Monday, March 7, 2022, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN.

She retired from Bellsouth Telephone after working many years, and also worked at Salant & Salant for several years.  She sold Mary Kay from her home, was a seamstress, and stayed busy all the time. ...

Bernie Dale Reid

Mar 7, 2022

Bernie Dale Reid, age 68 of Paris, TN, died Monday, March 7, 2022.

He was a truck driver for C & C Logging.  Dale enjoyed playing computer games, fishing, and watching baseball.  He also enjoyed playing baseball during his younger years.  His greatest joy was spending time and playing games with his family, then teaching...

Christine W. Townsend

Mar 6, 2022

Journey of Life

Christine W. Townsend, age 91 of Paris, TN, died Sunday, March 6, 2022, in Kingston Springs, TN.

She retired after 20 years from Plumley Rubber Company in Paris and also worked for 30 years at Holley Carburetor Plant.  Christine was a member of Fairview Baptist Church in Paris.

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Reba "Lanell" Stewart

Mar 6, 2022

Reba Lanell Stewart, age 71 of Buchanan, TN, passed away Sunday, March 6, 2022, at her home.

She formerly worked several years at H.I.S. in Troy, TN, and then later retired from the Paris Landing State Park Inn where she worked in the restaurant and the convention center. Lanell enjoyed playing games and loved being...

Jean Johnson

Mar 6, 2022

Jean Johnson, age 72 of Paris, TN, died Sunday, March 6, 2022, at her residence.

She retired from Paris Elementary School as a teacher’s assistant, and she also worked at Rhea Elementary School.  She was the former owner of Lakeland Daycare Center in Paris.  Jean adored her grandchildren and great grandchildren.  She was a member...