Obituaries

Paris, TN Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Paris, Tennessee area

Robert M. Waddell

Robert M. Waddell

Dec 20, 2024

Robert M. Waddell age 72 of Paris died Friday, December 20, 2024, at Alive Hospice in Nashville, TN

His funeral service will be held Friday, December 27, 2024, at 11 :00 am at the Rose Lawn Memory Garden Chapel with Caren Teichmann officiating.

Burial will follow in Rose Lawn Memory Garden.

Mary Ellen Hartle

Mary Ellen Hartle

Dec 20, 2024

Mary Ellen Hartle age 94 of Paris died Friday, December 20, 2024, at her residence.

Mary Ellen was a retired travel agent who worked for the Chicago Board of Travel in Chicago, IL. She was an avid reader who enjoyed traveling and volunteering her time to help others. She was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church.

She was born October 9,...

Ronald Coy "Ron" Horner

Ronald Coy "Ron" Horner

Dec 17, 2024

Ronald Coy “Ron” Horner, age 87 of Springville, TN, passed away Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at his residence.

He retired as a major in the US Army, and also served in the US Navy, the Naval reserves, the Army National Guard, and proudly served in Vietnam. Ron was a member of the American Legion Post 89, VFW Post 1889, and Woodmen...

Yvonne Smith

Yvonne Smith

Dec 17, 2024

 

Yvonne Smith, age 78, of Plymouth, Michigan, passed away December 17, 2024. 

Yvonne was born and raised in the Oceana and Hanover West Virginia areas. 

She was the beloved wife of Norton E. Smith, and he survives of Plymouth. Yvonne was the loving mother of David Smith, and proud grandmother of Jessica, Mariah, Brandon, Tasy, David Jr., and Michelle. 

Along with her parents,...

Judy Stalbaum

Judy Stalbaum

Dec 15, 2024

Judy Stalbaum, age 75 of Springville, TN, died Sunday, December 15, 2024, at Henry County Healthcare.

Judy was a devoted member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Paris, TN. A dedicated homemaker, she found joy in shopping, baking, and reading. Above all, she adored her beloved dog, Molly.

Judy was born March 16, 1949, in Michigan City, IN, to the late Richard...

Darlene Gayle Smothers

Darlene Gayle Smothers

Dec 15, 2024

Darlene Gayle Smothers, age 75 of Springville, TN died Sunday, December 15, 2024, at her residence.

Darlene was a longtime member of Pleasant Hill Methodist Church, where she attended faithfully for many years. She dedicated 17 years of her career to working at the Holley Carburetor Plant before retiring after 25 years of service at Walmart. In her free time, Darlene...

Terry Michael Martin

Terry Michael Martin

Dec 14, 2024

Terry Michael Martin, age 71 of Paris, TN, died Saturday, December 14, 2024, at his home.

Terry retired from American Airlines as a pilot and was a U.S. Army veteran, he was also an avid amateur HAM radio operator who had a love for fishing and hunting.

Terry was born October 15, 1953, in New York, NY, to the late Francis Joseph...

Paul Copeland

Paul Copeland

Dec 12, 2024

Paul David Copeland age 94 of Paris died Thursday, December 12, 2024, at his residence.

Paul moved to Paris in 1954 and opened Copeland’s Refrigeration. After many successful years in the refrigeration business, he opened Copeland Metals. A business which upon his retirement was purchased by his youngest son, David. He enjoyed collecting antiques and model T and A Fords. Paul...

Hunter Cole Rowlett

Hunter Cole Rowlett

Dec 11, 2024

Hunter Cole Rowlett, age 22 of Paris, TN, died Wednesday, December 11, 2024, peacefully at his home.

Hunter graduated from Henry County High School in 2020 and had been a dedicated Walmart employee since then. He was deeply passionate about politics and global events, always eager to stay informed. A devoted sports enthusiast, he faithfully followed the Boston Celtics and Green...

Steve Randal Wright

Steve Randal Wright

Dec 10, 2024

Steve Randal Wright, age 69 of Springville, TN, passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at his residence. 

Steve graduated from Big Sandy High School and the University of Tennessee at Martin. After college he began work as a park ranger at Paris Landing State Park and he was named park manager in 1988. He was a longtime member of the Paris...

George Franklin "Frankie" VanDyke

George Franklin "Frankie" VanDyke

Dec 10, 2024

George Franklin “Frankie” VanDyke, age 84 of Paris, TN passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at his residence.

 Frankie was a 1958 graduate of Grove High School where he played basketball, baseball, was student council president, attended Boy’s State, and was active in many other clubs. He was a US Navy Veteran. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting Duck...

Paul M. Schueler

Paul M. Schueler

Dec 9, 2024

Paul M. Schueler, age 90 of Cottage Grove, died Monday, December 9, 2024, at his residence.

Paul retired from Molin Auto Parts after 40 years of employment, where he was the store manager of the Springville, NY store. 

Upon retirement, Paul enjoyed making wooden toys including fire trucks, bulldozers, tractors, and road graders. He also used his woodworking talents to make bird...

Bobbie Jean Nance

Bobbie Jean Nance

Dec 9, 2024

Bobbie Jean Nance, age 91 of Paris, TN, passed away Monday, December 9, 2024 in Paris.

Bobbie Jean was a member of East Wood Church of Christ. She was the manager of Big Eagle Campground for 10 years. She formerly worked at Salant and Salant Shirt Factory, cooked at Cottage Grove School, and owned and operated Bob’s Café in Cottage Grove....

Doug Braden

Doug Braden

Dec 8, 2024

Douglass Keith “Doug” Braden, age 78 of Henry, TN passed away Sunday, December 8, 2024.

Doug was born June 1, 1946, in Louisville, KY to the late Cecil Braden and the late Lotus Douglass Braden.

He received his B.S. Degree from Union University where he majored in Education-Math and Psychology. He received his master’s degree from UT Martin. Doug was a bivocational...

Rev. Arthur Lodge

Rev. Arthur Lodge

Dec 8, 2024

Reverend Arthur L. Lodge age 70 of Paris, TN, died Sunday, December 9, 2024, at St. Thomas Hospital West in Nashville, TN.

Arthur retired from the Presbyterian Church after serving as Pastor for 30 years. He previously served at churches in Paris, TN, Huntingdon, TN, and Trenton, TN. He currently attended Bridge of Hope in Paris. Arthur was a highly active...

Dianna Lynn Wilson

Dianna Lynn Wilson

Dec 5, 2024

Dianna Lynn Thurmond Wilson, age 65 of Springville, died Thursday, December 5, 2024, at her residence.

Dianna enjoyed camping and cooking and was known by many as the “Pie Lady”. She loved spending time with her family, especially being Mawmaw to her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was Baptist in faith.

She was born October 19, 1959, in Tiptonville, TN, to Larry...

Roger Dale Ivy

Roger Dale Ivy

Dec 5, 2024

Roger Dale Ivy age 72 of Springville died Thursday, December 5, 2024, at the Murray Calloway County Hospital in Murray, KY.

Roger was a retired Quality Assurance Manager from the Purina Company after working 30 years. He enjoyed fishing, listening to music, working in the yard, and watching Fox.

He was born November 3, 1952, in Ridgely, TN, to the late Ezell...

Jerry Hamlin

Jerry Hamlin

Dec 4, 2024

Jerry Haynes Hamlin, age 82 of Henry, TN, died Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at her residence surrounded by her daughters.

Jerry was a member of First Baptist Church of McKenzie, TN. She worked as the Executive Director of the McKenzie Housing Authority for 13 years and was the Executive Director of the Paris Housing Authority for 19 years. Jerry loved camping,...

Phyllis Jeanne Robbearts

Phyllis Jeanne Robbearts

Nov 30, 2024

Phyllis Jeanne “PJ” Robbearts age 74 of Buchanan, TN, died Saturday, November 30, 2024, at her residence.

PJ retired from Caterpillar after working several years as an administrative assistant. She enjoyed fishing, reading, painting landscapes, and making people laugh. She was known by others as the Lady of 1000 jokes. PJ was a member of Tennessee Valley Community Church in Paris.

She...

Teresa Nash

Teresa Nash

Nov 27, 2024

Teresa Carol Nash, age 70 of Paris, TN, died Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at Saint Thomas Hospital West in Nashville, TN.

Teresa was a member of Tennessee Valley Community Church. She retired from Tecumseh motors after working over 30 years. She enjoyed working in her yard and growing beautiful flowers. She loved the University of Kentucky basketball. She loved meeting and...