Paris, TN Obituaries

Jan 6, 2020

Charles L. Garfinkel, age 75 of Paris, TN, died, Monday, January 6, 2019, at his residence.

He was a self-employed handyman.

Charles was born November 10, 1944, in Nashville, TN, to the late Matthew Garfinkel and the late Theresa Newman Garfinkel

He is survived by his two...

Jan 4, 2020

Nora Grace Spry, age 76 of Cottage Grove, TN, died Saturday, January 4, 2020, at Henry County Healthcare in Paris, TN.

She was a homemaker and a member of Cottage Grove Baptist Church.  She loved her pets, enjoyed collecting dolls, Coke memorabilia, and other memorabilia.

Nora Grace was born February 12,...

Jan 4, 2020

Tyee Alexander Hart, age 24 of Puryear, TN, died Saturday, January 4, 2020, in Paris, TN.

He was a 2014 graduate of Henry County High School and a member of the 2011 Henry County Patriots state championship football team.  He enjoyed working on the farm with his grandfather and loved people and helping others.  Tyee...

Jan 1, 2020

Active-Duty Army Colonel Valerie Gail McDavid passed away at home with family at her side in Staunton, IL, on April 27, 2020.

She was born August 11, 1957, in Chicago, IL, to the late Vernie E. and the late Barbara L. Winters McDavid.  She was married January 7, 1987, to James Munsun, who survives, of...

Dec 26, 2019

Russel Allen Rogers, Sr., age 88 of Paris, TN, died Thursday, December 26, 2019, at Henry County Medical Center in Paris, TN.

He was a foreman in the steel industry for many years.  Russel was a Korean War veteran with the 11th Airborne Division in the U.S. Army and a member of the American Legion...

Dec 26, 2019

Doyce Lee Durbin, age 64 of Paris, TN, died Thursday, December 26, 2019, at his residence.

He retired from the U.S. Air Force after serving for 20 years.  He was a lifelong musician playing the guitar.  Doyce enjoyed collecting coins and Hot Wheels with his son.  He was also a collector of guitar pics and any...

Dec 26, 2019

Linda Lou Snyder, age 82 of Smyrna, TN, formerly of Henry County, died Thursday, December 26, 2019, at Glen Oaks Health & Rehabilitation in Shelbyville, TN.

She was a server in many restaurants in Paris over several years.  Linda was a former member of Temple Baptist Church in Paris.

Linda was...

Dec 26, 2019

Thomas Roy “Tom” Spry, age 56 of Buchanan, TN, died Thursday, December 26, 2019, at Henry County Medical Center in Paris, TN.

He retired as a self-employed construction and drywall contractor.  He owned and operated Snowballs & Snacks in Paris.  Tom loved his family and was an extremely giving person.  He was a big jokester,...

Dec 25, 2019

Horace Morton, Jr., age 95 of Cottage Grove, TN, died Wednesday, December 25, 2019, at Plumley Rehabilitation Center in Paris, TN.

He attended Elizabeth Elementary School and graduated in 1942 from Hamlett-Robertson High School in Crockett Mills, TN.  He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII where he achieved Signalman 3rd class on the U.S.S....

Dec 25, 2019

Mark Largent, age 73 of Paris, TN, died Wednesday, December 25, 2019, at his residence.

He retired from Amoco Oil Company as a Barge Maintenance Man.  He also formerly worked for TVA.  Mark enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and was an avid University of Kentucky fan.  He was a member of Henry Baptist Church....

Dec 24, 2019

Dennis Crossno, age 58 of Paris, TN, died Tuesday, December 24, 2019, at his residence.

He worked at Royal Cleaners in Paris for several years.  Dennis was a U.S. Navy veteran who enjoyed hunting and fishing.  He liked working on old cars and enjoyed helping others.

Dennis was born October 22, 1961, in...

Dec 23, 2019

Jerry Gebert, age 81 of Paris, TN, died Monday, December 23, 2019, at his residence.

He retired as a truck driver for Mohon International after 30 years.  Jerry was a member of Fairview Baptist Church in Paris.  He enjoyed woodworking, toy trains, and John Deere tractors.  He loved Atlanta Braves baseball.

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Dec 20, 2019

Thomas Vethro “V” Ables, age 93 of Cottage Grove, TN, died Friday, December 20, 2019, at Henry County Medical Center in Paris, TN.

He was a lifelong farmer and a school bus driver for the Henry County School System for over 20 years.  Thomas was a WWII veteran serving in the U.S. Marines in China...

Dec 19, 2019

Sandra S. Klossing, age 77 of Paris, TN, died Thursday, December 19, 2019, at her residence.

She retired after several years of work for both Sears and Tecumseh Products in Paris.  Sandra was a member of Temple Baptist Church, where she enjoyed many years of teaching Sunday school.  She enjoyed gardening, reading her Bible, and...

Dec 16, 2019

Penny Darlene Armstrong age 57 of Henry, died Monday 16, 2019, at the St. Thomas West Hospital in Nashville.

Penny enjoyed being a home maker and keeping house.

She was born September 29, 1962 in Butler, Georgia.

Survivors include her parents, Betty Grimsley Lee and Jimmy W....

Dec 15, 2019

Peggy Jean Lamb age 64 of Paris died Sunday, December 15, 2019, at the Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

Jeanne was a retired legal secretary who had worked for over 30 years alongside Brown Hawley in his law practice. She enjoyed watching sports, working outside, mowing her yard and fishing. She was a member of...

Dec 14, 2019

Ridgeway Funeral Home is announcing this for Nave Funeral Home in Erin, TN.    Call  931-289-4277 if you need additional  information.

Timothy Clemon Alsobrooks, age 39, formerly of Tennessee Ridge, TN, passed away Saturday, December 14, 2019 at his residence in Paris, TN.

Family will receive friends at Nave Funeral Home in Erin, TN...

Dec 13, 2019

Theresa Rose Cleaver, age 53 of Puryear, TN, died Friday, December 13, 2019, in Buchanan, TN.

She was a homemaker who loved spending time with her grandchildren.  She enjoyed crossword puzzles, watching TV, and sewing.

Theresa was born June 13, 1966, in Chicago, IL, to the late Edward Charles and Wanda...

Dec 13, 2019

John Davis “Jack” Gillespie age 91 of Paris, died Friday, December 13, 2019, at the AHC Healthcare Center in Paris.

Jack formerly co-owned and operated Gillespie Motor Company with his brother David Gillespie. He worked for over 50 years with his wife and then later their son Joe Gillespie. He was an avid St. Louis...

Dec 10, 2019

Nancy Diane Ainscough, age 77 of Puryear, TN, died Tuesday, December 10, 2019, at her residence.

She formerly worked in quality control at Briggs and Stratton in Murray, KY.  Alongside her husband, Nancy enjoyed building hot rod cars, and going to car clubs and shows.  She enjoyed time with family and friends and giving to...