Paris, TN Obituaries

Oct 4, 2021

James Warren “Jim” Bennett, age 62 of Puryear, TN, passed away peacefully Monday, October 4, 2021, after a hard battle with kidney disease.

He retired after several years as a florist & cake decorator.  He was also a licensed Santa Claus, working many years both in West Tennessee and the Atlanta, GA area.  Jim loved...

Oct 3, 2021

Mark Allan Lane, Jr., age 31 of Paris, TN, died Sunday, October 3, 2021, at his residence.

He worked with his father in the plumbing business.  Mark enjoyed collecting knives and helping people.

Mark was born July 29, 1990, in Paris, TN, to the late Mark Allan Lane, Sr., and the...

Oct 3, 2021

Sharon Kay Powell, age 72 of Masfield, TN, died Sunday, October 3, 2021, at AHC of Paris.

Arrangements are being handled by Ridgeway Funeral Home, 201 Dunlap Street, Paris, TN, 38242.  A graveside service will be held Tuesday, October 5, 2021, at 1:00 pm at Mansfield Baptist Church Cemetery in Mansfield, TN, with Brian Wimberley...

Oct 1, 2021

Franklin R. Bell age 86 of Paris, died Friday, October 1, 2021, at his residence.

Franklin worked as a farmer before doing public work. He worked for Dreshu, Southern Clay, Emerson Electric, and the Highway Department before retiring in 1998 from Midland Brake. He enjoyed working outside, especially mowing and gardening. Talking to others about the...

Sep 29, 2021

Baby Andrew Lee Christian passed away Wednesday, September 29, 2021, at Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital in Nashville, TN.

Andrew was born March 14, 2021, in Paris, TN.

Andrew is survived by his mother, Bianca Christian of Paris; his father, Dylan Adams of Paris; two brothers, Christopher Christian, and James Christian both of...

Sep 27, 2021

James W. Glisson, age 92 of Paris, TN, died Monday, September 27, 2021, at his residence.

He retired after many years as a brick mason.  James enjoyed the outdoors, mowing his lawn, and sitting on his front porch waving.  He was a member of Mansfield Baptist Church in Mansfield, TN.

James...

Sep 26, 2021

Johnny Ray Pierce, age 57 of Paris, TN, died Sunday, September 26, 2021, at Saint Thomas West Hospital in Nashville, TN.

He worked for many years in maintenance for Knott’s Foods in Paris.  Johnny enjoyed working on cars and going to the lake.  He loved western movies.

Johnny was born April...

Sep 25, 2021

Carolyn Morgan Mobley, age 92 of Paris, died Saturday, September 25, 2021, at her residence.

She was a longtime member of First Baptist Church is Paris, where she was extremely fond of her “JOY” Sunday school class and LLL group.  She served as a Sunday school teacher for many years.  Carolyn was a homemaker and...

Sep 25, 2021

Debbie Sweeney, age 62 of Springville, TN, died Saturday September 25, 2021, at West Tennessee Healthcare – Volunteer Hospital in Martin, TN.

She worked as an operator for Dana Corporation in Paris for 21 years.  She formerly worked at Tecumseh in Paris from 1989-2000.  Debbie loved her dogs Buster, Baily Ann, and Missy.  She also...

Sep 24, 2021

Jeremy Kenneth Potts, age 44 of Paris, TN, died Friday, September 24, 2021, at his residence.

He was a 1995 graduate of Henry County High School then went on to attend the Tennessee School of Applied Technology.  Jeremy was a machinist by trade, formerly working for Paris Industrial Services and    J & J Cupples in...

Sep 23, 2021

Sara Elizabeth Allen, age 93 of Paris, TN, died Thursday, September 23, 2021, at her daughter’s residence in Paris.

She worked as a checkout supervisor at Walmart in Paris for 15 years.  She formerly owned and operated The Thimble Fabric Shop and was a private secretary for a large construction company in Michigan for many...

Sep 21, 2021

Marion Harrity Edwards, age 81 of Paris, TN, died Tuesday, September 21, 2021, at her residence.

Marion, the fifth of seven children, was born in 1939 and reared in a close-knit, Irish American family in South Philadelphia, PA. Gifted with a magnetic personality, even at an early age she could often be found surrounded by...

Sep 18, 2021

Lila LaVerne Callaway, age 99 of Paris, TN, died September 18, 2021, at AHC of Paris.

She was a member of Eastwood Church of Christ and long-time member of Woodward Park Church of Christ in Fresno, California. Lila was a homemaker, loved to garden, and loved fishing. She was very devoted to her family and...

Sep 16, 2021

Sam A. Goodman, Jr., age 81 of Huntingdon, TN, died Thursday, September 16, 2021, at Henry County Medical Center in Paris.

He retired as the Regional Manager of the Tennessee Department of Rehabilitation & Human Services.  He was a former member of the Lakeway Kiwanis Club, and spent multiple years as an assistant Scout Master...

Sep 16, 2021

Mary Theresa Renee’ “Terri / Hiya” Titkos, age 61, of Paris, passed peacefully Thursday, September 16, 2021, at Henry County Medical Center in Paris.

Occupationally, Terri was a maker, from milk shakes to auto parts, she worked hard her whole life. But her passion was being a giver, not a taker. She gave of herself daily in every...

Sep 15, 2021

Gary Charles, “Chuck” Beecham, age 44 of Henry, TN, died Wednesday, September 15, 2021, at Henry County Medical Center in Paris.

He formerly worked for UPS for 21 years.  He also formerly drove a school bus for the Henry County Board of Education and worked for McCartney Produce in Paris.  Chuck was known by many...

Sep 15, 2021

Tiffany Dawn Martin, age 44 of Puryear, TN, died Wednesday, September 15, 2021, at her residence.

Tiffany formerly worked as an office manager at a medical clinic. She spent the last several years as a home maker, where she enjoyed being a loving wife and mother. Using her artistic talents, she enjoyed crafts, and home...

Sep 13, 2021

Kevin Irvin Eyres, age 45 of Puryear, TN, died Monday, September 13, 2021, at his residence.

He was employed at Pella Windows in Murray, KY.  Kevin enjoyed playing the guitar, listening to music, and playing video games.  He was a member of Faith Missionary Baptist Church in Hazel, KY.

Kevin was...

Sep 11, 2021

Geneva Lambert “Bebe” Whitney, age 82 of Mansfield, TN, died Saturday, September 11, 2021, at her residence.

She was a seamstress for Cathy Herrin making draperies.  She was also a homemaker who loved her kids and enjoyed visiting with family and friends.  She was a member of Christ Gospel Church in Camden, TN.

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Sep 6, 2021

Betty J. James, age 88 of Springville, TN, died Monday, September 6, 2021, at Eiffel Gardens Assisted Living in Paris, TN.

She formerly worked at Holley Carburetor in Paris.  Betty loved going to NASCAR races and enjoyed traveling around the country in their motorhome.  She was a member of Sulphur Well Church of Christ in...