Obituaries

Paris, TN Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Paris, Tennessee area

Paulette Kuenzle

Paulette Kuenzle

Jun 21, 2025

Martha Paulette Kuenzle, age 82 of McKenzie, TN, formerly of Gleason, TN, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2025, at Cherrywood Post Acute in McKenzie, after a long journey with Alzheimer's disease.

Paulette was a quiet soul who found peace and joy in life's simple moments; especially long walks outdoors with her dog Dixie where she felt most at ease. She...

Glen Loy

Glen Loy

Jun 21, 2025

Glen Robert Loy, age 84 of Paris, TN, passed away Saturday, June 21, 2025, in Paris.

Glen was a member of Henry Baptist Church and had served as a Deacon at several former churches. He enjoyed playing bass guitar, gospel quartets, fishing, old cars, and redoing old furniture. He formerly worked as parts manager for Joe Mahan Ford, Midway Nissan, and...

Ray Phifer

Ray Phifer

Jun 20, 2025

Ray Phifer, 83, of Paris, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at his home on June 20, 2025. 

He was born in Benton County, Tennessee, to the late Finis and Georgia Webb Phifer.

Ray was a devoted husband to Norma Lowe Phifer for 40 years and a loving father to Melissa, Rick, Michael, and Ken. He was also a proud grandfather to nine grandchildren...

Christina Lynn Brewer

Christina Lynn Brewer

Jun 19, 2025

Christina Lynn Brewer, age 46, of Puryear, TN, died on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at her residence.

Christina was a self-employed dog groomer for 25 plus years at Peppy-Le-Paws. She was a member of Springville Baptist Church. Christina loved all animals. She enjoyed riding and caring for her horse and all the animals living on their family farm. She loved her...

Faye Elaine Kesterson

Faye Elaine Kesterson

Jun 17, 2025

Faye Elaine Kesterson, age 99, of Paris, TN, passed away on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at Charter Senior Living of Paris.

Faye was born in Cottage Grove, on August 20, 1925, to the late Thomas Hartford Davis, the late Era May Cobb Davis.

On October 24, 1942, Faye married the late Millard Melton Kesterson, Jr. who preceded her in death on October...

Mary Jane Taylor

Mary Jane Taylor

Jun 16, 2025

Mary Jane Charles Taylor age 85 of Puryear, TN, died Monday, June 16, 2025, in Canton, OH, while on a girls' trip with her daughter and daughter in law.

Mary Jane retired after working over thirty years as a tax preparer for H & R Block. Prior to that she worked at Holley Carburetor Plant until its closing. She enjoyed gardening,...

Harold Dotson

Harold Dotson

Jun 16, 2025

Harold Dotson, age 88 of Springville, TN, passed away on Monday, June 16, 2025, at Murray-Calloway County Hospital in Murray, KY.

He was born March 20, 1937, in Louellen, KY, to the late William Dotson, and the late Rosalie King Dotson.

On April 18, 1964, Harold married Ethel “Red” Dotson, who preceded him in death on November 27, 2018.

Harold served time in...

Jerry Lee Parsons

Jerry Lee Parsons

Jun 14, 2025

Jerry Lee Parsons, age 82, of Buchanan, TN, died on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at his residence.

Jerry was a member of Temple Baptist Church in Paris. He attended church for many years at Springville Baptist Church in Springville, TN. Jerry started Russwood Baptist Church as it’s first pastor. Then he later pastored Beacon Baptist Church and Bethany Baptist Church. He...

William Edward Linsman

William Edward Linsman

Jun 9, 2025

William Edward “Ed” Linsman, age 70 of Memphis, TN, passed away on Monday, June 9, 2025, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, TN.

Ed was born June 17, 1954, in Detroit, MI, to the late John Linsman, and the late Ida Mae Hart Linsman Jones.

He was married to his first wife, Juanita Haynes Linsman, who preceded him in death. He was...

Shirley Ann Cole

Shirley Ann Cole

Jun 8, 2025

Shirley Ann Cole age 71 of Paris, TN, died Sunday, June 8, 2025, at her residence.

Shirley worked many years as a seamstress at Fort Bragg Military Base in North Carolina. In her later years, she was a sitter and caregiver. She loved growing flowers and potted plants. Spending time with her family, especially her grandkids, gave her immense joy. Shirley...

Charlotte Ann Senter

Charlotte Ann Senter

Jun 4, 2025

Charlotte Ann Senter, age 86 of Paris, TN, passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at her residence.

She was born March 9, 1939, in Memphis, TN, to the late Stacey Faulkner, and the late Lucille McCord Faulkner.

Charlotte was married to John Maxwell Senter, who preceded her in death.

Charlotte was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Paris, TN. She retired...

Fred James Moore

Fred James Moore

Jun 3, 2025

Fred James Moore age 84 of Murray, KY, died Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at his residence.

Fred was born May 14, 1941, in Terre Haute, IN, to the late James Moore, and the late Ruth Willis Moore.

He graduated from Ben Davis High School and did a 2-year tour in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Following the Army, he returned to...

Rev. Carroll C. Owen

Rev. Carroll C. Owen

Jun 3, 2025

Rev. Carroll Cortland Owen, age 102 of Brentwood, TN, passed away on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at Canterfield Senior Living in Brentwood, TN.

He was born in Elvins, MO, on November 13, 1922, to the late Elbert Dee Owen, and the late Ethel Ledbetter Owen. He grew up in Missouri, received his B.A. from Southeast Missouri State University, and his M.Div....

Glenda Margaret Rainbolt

Glenda Margaret Rainbolt

Jun 2, 2025

Glenda Margaret Rainbolt, age 66 of Puryear, TN, passed away on Monday, June 2, 2025, at her residence.

She was born October 30, 1958, in Murray, KY, to the late Earlie Scarbrough, and the late Margaret Morris Scarbrough.

On December 3, 2005, Glenda married Charles D. “Chuck” Rainbolt, who survives of Puryear, TN, at Hazel Baptist Church in Hazel, KY.

In addition to...

Lynn Steffes

Lynn Steffes

Jun 2, 2025

Lynn Steffes, age 68 of Paris, TN, passed away on Monday, June 2, 2025, at TriStar Centennial Hospital in Nashville, TN.

She was born in Henry County, TN, on January 6, 1957, to the late Victor Charles “Vic” Steffes, and the late Margaret Ann Conley Steffes.

Lynn graduated from Henry County High School in 1975. After high school, she earned her nursing...

Troy Michael Miller

Troy Michael Miller

Jun 1, 2025

Troy Michael Miller, Sr., age 74 of Paris, TN, died Sunday, June 1, 2025, at Ahava Healthcare in Clarksville, TN.

He was born September 18, 1950, in Hickman, KY, to the late Roy L. Miller and the late Beulah Mae Munford Ritchie.

Troy married Kathleen Collinsworth Miller on December 9, 1995, and she survives of Paris.

He retired from Excel Logistics in St....

Julia Nell Smothers

Julia Nell Smothers

May 29, 2025

Julia Nell Smothers, born on December 22, 1955, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2025.

Julia is survived by her son, Jeffrey Dale Smothers; and her brothers, Donny Lelon Burton and Tommy Burton.

Julia was preceded in death by her father, Lelon Burton; her mother, Nobie Sue Nance Burton; her sister, Rebecca Cheryl Stawski; and her brother, James Ray Burton.

A graveside service...

Sondra Sue Felock

Sondra Sue Felock

May 28, 2025

Sondra Sue “Sandy” Felock, age 83, of Paris, TN, died on Wednesday, May 28, 2025.

She was born November 25, 1941, to the late William Cullom Powers and the late Daisey M. Cooksey Powers.

She married James Edward “Jim” Felock on June 15, 1972. Jim preceded her in death on October 23, 2016.

Sandy was the former owner of Sandy’s State Line. She...

Paula Anne Scott

Paula Anne Scott

May 27, 2025

Paula Anne Scott, age 71, of Paris, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at home in the presence of her daughters. Born in Aurora, Illinois, Paula spent the majority of her life in Paris, Tennessee, where she made a lasting impact through her work and love for family and friends.

Paula was the beloved daughter of the late John and Elizabeth Meketi, and...

Jesse Robinson

Jesse Robinson

May 25, 2025

Jesse Z Robinson, age 77 of Paris, TN, passed away on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at his residence.

He was born June 21, 1947, in Bristol, VA, to the late Jessie Zackario Robinson, and the late Alda Ethel Baker.

Jesse dedicated 30 years to A-1 Wrecker Service. He enjoyed driving and was able to say that he drove through every Continental U.S....