Obituaries

Paris, TN Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Paris, Tennessee area

Will Andrew Burgess

Will Andrew Burgess

Feb 13, 2025

Will Andrew Burgess, age 28 of Paris, TN, passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at his residence. 

He was born May 6, 1996, in Murray, KY, to Rhonda Sanders Burgess and Roger Burgess. 

Will worked at Tosh Farms driving trucks and had a passion for hunting, fishing, and shooting sports. He was a member of Poplar Grove Methodist Church. Will loved...

Barbara Ann Barge

Barbara Ann Barge

Feb 12, 2025

Barbara Ann Barge, age 77 of Paris, TN, passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at West Tennessee Healthcare- Henry County Hospital. 

She was born on March 2, 1947, in Chicago, IL. 

Barbara previously worked at the Walmart Deli in Newnan, GA. She had a passion for word puzzles, gardening, and canning. She also adored her dogs.

She is survived by three children,...

Holly Carol North

Holly Carol North

Feb 11, 2025

Holly Carol North, age 61 of Paris, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. 

She was born on December 25, 1963, in Roxbury, NY. 

On September 27, 1990, Holly married Haskel North, who survives of Paris. 

Holly's greatest joy was the time spent with her family, as she was the heart that kept them united. She had...

Myrtle Mae Morris Allen

Myrtle Mae Morris Allen

Feb 10, 2025

Myrtle Mae Morris Allen travelled onto Glory, February 10, 2025, at Crestwood Medical Center in Huntsville, Alabama. Having been a resident of Crown Health Care, Fort Payne, Alabama after a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease.

Born in a share-croppers home, April 7, 1933, to Andrew “Andy” and Myrtle (Morris) Morris of McKenzie, Tennessee. She grew up tough through severe economic conditions as...

Rachel Williams

Rachel Williams

Feb 9, 2025

Rachel Williams, age 55 of Springville, TN, passed away on Sunday, February 9, 2025, at Patriot Health and Rehabilitation Center in Paris, TN. 

She was born on April 7, 1969, in Tillamook, OR, to the late Mary Chambers Patterson and Jack Patterson, who survives of Pennsylvania.  

In April 2000, Rachel married Carmelo Oquendo. 

She loved reading and gardening, and cherished spending time...

Richard W. Watson, Sr.

Richard W. Watson, Sr.

Feb 9, 2025

Richard Wayne Watson, Sr., age 72 of Mansfield, TN, died Sunday. February 9, 2025, at his residence.

Richard was a retired plumber. Before his health declined, he enjoyed hunting. In his later years, he enjoyed watching TV, especially westerns. He was a lifelong Chicago Cubs fan.

He was married July 1, 1970, to Mary Lou Brooks Watson, who survives of Mansfield, TN.

Richard...

Glendol "Glen" West

Glendol "Glen" West

Feb 5, 2025

Glen J. West, age 79 of St. Louis, MO, passed away on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at Christian Northeast Hospital in St. Louis, MO.

Glen proudly served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. Afterward, he worked with the state of Missouri in career services, helping homeless veterans find employment. A dedicated St. Louis Cardinals fan, he attended countless games...

Yvonne Solvedt

Yvonne Solvedt

Feb 4, 2025

Yvonne Solvedt, age 84 of Paris, TN, passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at her residence.

She was born on January 3, 1941, in Springville, TN, to the late Curtis Aaron Burnett and the late Vonell Darrington Whitehead. 

On January 3, 2001, Yvonne married James Solvedt, who survives of Paris, TN. 

Yvonne dedicated 20 years to the City of Paris Business Office,...

Garry Wayne Larson

Garry Wayne Larson

Feb 3, 2025

Garry Wayne Larson, age 80 of Paris, TN, passed away Monday, February 3, 2025, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. 

Garry was born June 16, 1944, in Battle Creek, MI to the late Harold Larson and the late Wilma Vanwarmer Larson. 

He married Martha Craig Larson on July 9, 2015.

Garry was a member of Friendship Baptist Church. He enjoyed history and working...

Bobby Joe "Shorty" Akers

Bobby Joe "Shorty" Akers

Feb 3, 2025

Bobby “Shorty” Akers, age 84 of Cottage Grove, TN, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025, at Western Baptist Hospital in Paducah, KY, after a short bout with pneumonia.

Shorty was born April 14, 1940, in Cottage Grove, TN and was the son of the late Lillie Etta Davis Akers and the late Ray Akers. In addition to his parents, Shorty...

Donald Jeffrey Hatley

Donald Jeffrey Hatley

Feb 3, 2025

Donald Jeffrey Hatley, age 65 of Puryear, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025, at his residence. 

Donald was born on June 9, 1959, in Berwyn, IL, to Dolores May Bouchard Duncan and the late Hoover Hatley. 

Along with his mother, he is survived by 5 sisters, Barbara Carter of Puryear, TN, Karen Rednour of Romeoville, IL, Christie Vance of Murray, KY,...

Ray Rushing

Ray Rushing

Feb 2, 2025

Ray Rushing, age 76 of Paris, died Sunday, February 2, 2025, at Alive Hospice in Nashville, TN.

Ray was a lifelong logger, having earned the designation as a Master Logger. He enjoyed fishing, riding his motorcycle, and spending time with those he loved. Ray was a self-taught man who could fix anything and lived life to the fullest.

Born November 29, 1948,...

Lorraine "Lori" Pillar

Lorraine "Lori" Pillar

Jan 30, 2025

Lorraine “Lori” Pillar, age 66 of Springville, TN, passed away on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at Patriot Healthcare. 

Lori was born on January 3, 1959, in Joliet, IL, to the late Thomas Deane Morris and the late Carol Frey Morris. 

She married Mark Pillar on September 13, 1980. 

Lori worked as a nurse assistant for many years. She cherished time with her grandchildren...

Shirley Sue Starnes

Shirley Sue Starnes

Jan 30, 2025

Shirley Sue Starnes, age 67, of Paris, TN, died on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at Jackson Madison County Hospital in Jackson, TN. 

 

She was born on April 5, 1957, in Lake County, TN, to the late Preston Allen Dean and to the late Betty Lou Fisher Boyd.

 

Shirley was married on June 28, 1975, to the late Robert Franklin Starnes, Sr who...

Ronnie Wayne Atkins

Ronnie Wayne Atkins

Jan 27, 2025

Ronnie Wayne Atkins, age 64 of Paris, TN, passed away Monday, January 27, 2025, at his residence.

Ronnie was a longtime truck driver who drove for many trucking companies through the years. He loved golfing, music, playing the guitar and was a self-taught piano player. He also loved collecting sports cards and was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan. Ronnie loved...

Steven Allen McMillin

Steven Allen McMillin

Jan 27, 2025

Steven Allen “Steve” McMillin, age 70 of Paris, passed away Monday, January 27, 2025, at his residence.

He was born in Pensacola, FL on June 10, 1954 to Nancy Stapp McMillin and the late Harold Dean McMillin.

Steve loved spending time with his boys hunting. He was an avid pickleball player and loved sports.

Along with his mother, Nancy McMillin who survives of...

Doris Jean Ward

Doris Jean Ward

Jan 27, 2025

Doris Jean Ward, age 91 of Paris, TN, passed away Monday, January 27, 2025, at her residence. 

Doris was a member of Faxon Baptist Church. She retired after 17 years as a machine operator at Emerson Electric in Paris. She enjoyed yardwork and spending time outdoors.

She was born November 8, 1933, in Big Sandy, TN to the late Dewey Perry Ward...

Harry Thomas Pierce

Harry Thomas Pierce

Jan 25, 2025

Harry Thomas “Tom” Pierce, age 82 of Buchanan, TN, passed away Saturday, January 25, 2025, at his residence. 

He was a member of Antioch Methodist Church and enjoyed fishing on the lake. 

Tom was born September 1, 1942, in Dayton, OH, to the late Harry C. Pierce and the late Frieda Turner Willoughby. 

He married the late Delma Kathleen Huff Pierce on April...

Larry Lawson Bolding

Larry Lawson Bolding

Jan 24, 2025

On January 24, 2025, Larry Lawson Bolding passed peacefully, surrounded by family, to join his wife of 62 years, Martha Jane Hailey Bolding; his parents, Vivian & Boss Bolding; and his grandson, Andrew Bolding Jr, in heaven.

In Larry’s 86 years, he served his country in the U.S. Navy for 22 years. He was in the first class sworn into the...

Roger Glenn Camper

Roger Glenn Camper

Jan 23, 2025

Roger Glenn Camper, age 56, of Buchanan, TN, passed away Thursday, January 23, 2025, at his residence. 

He was born November 22, 1968, in Paris, TN to the late Jimmy Camper and the late Wanda Brady Camper.

Roger was a loving dad and grandad who brought joy to everyone around him. He spent 30 years as a dedicated trucker for Southern Concrete,...