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Paris, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Paris, Tennessee area
Johnny Earl Smith
Aug 27, 2023
Johnny Earl Smith, age 88 of Paris, TN, died Sunday, August 27, 2023, at Unity Healthcare Center in Martin, TN.
He retired after a long career as a mechanic. Johnny owned and operated service stations in Henry County, the last being the former Texaco on North Market Street in Paris. He served 10 years in the Tennessee National Guard. He...
Sue Dean Odom
Aug 26, 2023
Sue Dean Odom, age 88 of Christiana, TN, formerly of Henry County, died Saturday, August 26, 2023, at Alive Hospice in Murfreesboro, TN.
Sue retired after working many years as an assistant at Joyland Preschool. She was a member of Eastwood Church of Christ. She enjoyed going to church and all the activities surrounding church. She also enjoyed quilting, crocheting,...
William T. Buie
Aug 24, 2023
William T. Buie, age 89 of Paris, TN, died Thursday, August 24, 2023, at Henry County Medical Center in Paris.
He retired from Smith Electric in Paris. He formerly worked at Celotex and was also a farmer. William raised horses, was an avid horse lover, and was active in the Buchanan Saddle Club. He loved watching Tennessee Titans football and...
Richard Lee "Dick" Ruble
Aug 21, 2023
Richard Lee “Dick” Ruble, age 79 of Paris, TN, died Monday, August 21, 2023, at his residence.
He retired after many years as Director of Radiology for several hospitals, and later retired from a second career as a truck driver. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran. Dick attended Ball State University in Muncie, IN, and received a Bachelor of...
Ernestine Clendenin Mann
Aug 18, 2023
Ernestine Clendenin Mann, age 92 of Paris, died Friday, August 18, 2023, at her residence.
Ernestine worked many years at the Holley Carburetor Plant, being one of the last employees to leave before the plant closed. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, and the United Auto Workers Union. She loved to travel and raise a...
Joyce Dean Ballentine
Aug 17, 2023
Joyce Dean Ballentine, age 89 of Paris, TN, died Thursday, August 17, 2023, at Henry County Medical Center in Paris.
She retired from Humboldt General Hospital where she worked in administration. Joyce graduated from Buchanan High School in Henry County and was a member of East Wood Church of Christ in Paris. She loved doing yard work and enjoyed playing...
Lee Ann Ruble
Aug 14, 2023
Lee Ann Christensen Ruble, age 79 of Paris, TN, died Monday, August 14, 2023, at her residence. Lee Ann was born September 2, 1943, in Stevens Point, WI, to the late Carlton Evald Christensen and the late Leola Bernice Turner. Lee Ann had one brother Tom Sparley who preceded her in death.Lee Ann graduated from Hollywood High School...
Ruth Robbins
Aug 13, 2023
Ruth Robbins, age 95 of Paris, TN, died Sunday, August 13, 2023, at Saint Thomas West Hospital in Nashville, TN.
She retired after a 49-year career in education as a teacher. Ruth taught 20 years at Fitzgerald High School, 29 years at Henry Elementary School, and finished her career at the school she attended growing up. She received a bachelor’s...
Michael Joseph "Mike" Oliver, Sr.
Aug 11, 2023
Michael Joseph Oliver, Sr., age 59 of Birmingham, AL, died Friday, August 11, 2023, at UAB Hospital in Birmingham, AL.
He was a longtime Henry County resident, living here for 25 years. He worked in an assortment of industries with skills in management, automotive, electrical, and maintenance. Mike was a talented artist who enjoyed drawing, creating his artwork, and building...
Zara Annabelle Lundquist
Aug 10, 2023
Zara Annabelle Lundquist, age 10 of Paris, TN, passed away Thursday, August 10, 2023.
She was a fourth-grade student at Lakewood School in Henry County. She loved playing video games, especially Poppy Playtime and 5 Nights at Freddy’s. Zara loved going to the park, especially those with swings and a playground. She enjoyed swimming and going to water parks.
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Eleanora "Pat" Nanney
Aug 6, 2023
Eleanora “Pat” Nanney age 89 of Paris died Sunday, August 6, 2023, at her residence.
Pat was a long-time member of Shady Grove Baptist Church, where she taught Sunday School and missions for 50 years, served as church secretary, and was a member of WMU. She also had worked as a clerk at the Western District Baptist Association. She enjoyed...
Joe Donald Kennon
Aug 4, 2023
Joe Donald Kennon age 72 of Paris, died Friday, August 4, 2023, at the Henry County Medical Center.
Joe was a retired liquidator for Walgreens. He had previously owned and operated Kennon Auction Company as well as working as a Police Officer for the City of Paris. Joe enjoyed riding his motorcycle, hunting for good deals, and talking to others....
Joni "Jo Jo" Boman Launer
Jul 31, 2023
Joni Boman “Jo Jo” Launer, a mother, wife, and sister, age 67 of Henry, TN, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, July 31st at her sister’s residence in Henry.
Born in Lincoln Nebraska, Joni spent her early days on her parent’s dairy farm riding horses with her three older sisters. After a family move, her childhood...
Robert Lee Little
Jul 30, 2023
Robert Lee Little age 74 of Paris died Sunday, July 30, 2023, at the Henry County Medical Center.
Robert was a hard worker who worked for Pepsi and then retired after working many years for General Motors. In his younger years, he was a member of the Boy Scouts of America. He enjoyed crafts and rug weaving. He was...
Zachary Drake "Zac" Cole
Jul 29, 2023
Zachary Drake “Zac” Cole, age 22 of McKenzie, TN, died Saturday, July 29, 2023.
He was currently working for Greg Barker with Integrity Construction. He was a 2019 graduate of Henry County High School and went on to attend Jackson State Community College. Zac enjoyed fishing, duck hunting, skeet shooting, 4-wheeling, and being with his friends. Zac along...
Bob Miller
Jul 26, 2023
Robert John “Bob” Miller, age 79 of Paris, TN, went on to his heavenly home on July 26, 2023 at TriStar Centennial Medical Center in Nashville TN.
He was born June 23, 1944 in Chattanooga, TN, to the late Harry L. Miller, Jr. and the late Mary Sue Milburn Miller.
Bob attended the McCallie School and graduated from Tyner High...
Thelma R. Hollingsworth
Jul 21, 2023
Thelma R. Hollingsworth, age 84 of Mansfield, TN, died Friday, July 21, 2023, at her residence surrounded by her family.
She was a member at Henry County Tabernacle where she had attended for over 70 years. She formerly worked at Holley Carburetor Plant and was the owner and operator with her husband of Hollingsworth Sawmill, and Midway...
Richard Carl
Jul 20, 2023
Richard Wendell Carl, age 78 of Paris, TN, died Thursday, July 20, 2023, at AHC in Paris.
Richard was born in Paris, TN at Nobles Memorial Hospital on November 18, 1944, to the late Reverend T.W. Carl and Clara B. Davis Carl. He spent his adolescent years in Paris and Model, TN, and graduated from Stewart County High School...
Wilma Monell Wade
Jul 19, 2023
Wilma Monell Wade, age 96 of Paris, TN, died Wednesday, July 19, 2023, at her residence.
She retired from Salant & Salant in Paris after 32 years. Monell loved the outside, camping, and fishing. She was a member of Pleasant Green Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Gibson County, TN.
Monell was born November 18, 1926, in Trezevant, TN, to the late...
James Damon "J.D." Lane
Jul 18, 2023
James Damon “J.D.” Lane, age 85 of Cottage Grove, TN, died Tuesday, July 18, 2023, at his residence.
He was a member of North Fork Baptist Church. J.D. enjoyed wood-working, flea marketing, and loved people. He was one of the first to retire from Celotex, in Paris, where he had worked for many years.
J.D. was born July 1, 1938,...
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