Obituaries

Paris, TN Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Paris, Tennessee area

Shirley Brown

Shirley Brown

Nov 26, 2024

Shirley Lavon Brown, age 75 of Springville, TN passed away Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at Saint Thomas Midtown Hospital in Nashville, TN.

She retired from Deloitte as an administrative assistant after 25 years. Shirley enjoyed camping, fishing, skiing and square dancing. She loved attending music and dance competitions with her daughter and grandchildren, and she loved going to her grandson’s soccer...

Mary Lynn Lacy

Mary Lynn Lacy

Nov 24, 2024

Mary Lynn Bratton Lacy age 56 of Puryear, TN, died Sunday, November 24, 2024, at the Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN.

Mary Lynn had previously worked as a teacher’s assistant in special education and Kids’ Corner at Harrelson School in Puryear. She was a member of Maplewood Baptist Church. Mary Lynn loved kids, babies, and animals. She was a...

Alfred Lee Seals, Sr.

Alfred Lee Seals, Sr.

Nov 23, 2024

Alfred Lee Seals, Sr. age 65 of Paris, TN, died Saturday, November 23, 2024, at his residence.

Alfred was a retired US Navy veteran. He enjoyed playing computer games, sitting around bonfires, watching YouTube, and the tv series Yellowstone. He was a Christian by faith. Alfred was a very honest and brave person who tried to help others live life the...

Linda Lancaster

Linda Lancaster

Nov 23, 2024

Linda Jane Bailey Lancaster age 84 of Paris, TN, died Saturday, November 23, 2024, at The Farms in Puryear, TN. 

She was employed at several jobs in Paris, TN during her lifetime including The Golden Peacock, Emerson Electric, Holley Carburetor, Henry County Propane and was a dental assistant to Dr. Hoover here in Paris. She retired and cherished spending time with...

Ned C. Harper

Ned C. Harper

Nov 21, 2024

Ned C. Harper, age 74, of Henry, TN, passed away Thursday, November 21, 2024, at Saint Thomas West in Nashville, TN.

Ned attended Christ Family Worship Center. He was a retired self-employed auto body and paint repairman. He loved restoring old cars and fishing.

 He was born September 20, 1950, in Henry, TN, to the late L.C. Harper and the late Dorthy...

Gary Vern Lowery

Gary Vern Lowery

Nov 18, 2024

Gary Vern Lowery age 68 of Paris, TN, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Monday, November 18, 2024, at 12:30 pm at St. Thomas Hospital West in Nashville, TN. 

Gary was born August 22, 1956, in Columbia, SC, to the late Norb Lowery and the late Bea Margorum Lowery. He was the oldest of four children and the...

Mildred Priddy Byars

Mildred Priddy Byars

Nov 18, 2024

Mildred Mae Priddy Byars, age 86, of Paris, TN, died Sunday, November 17, 2024, at AHC of Paris.

 

Mildred was a member of East Wood Church of Christ in Paris. She loved yard sales and spending time with her family.

 

She was born May 25, 1938, in Paris, TN to the late John Thomas Priddy and the late Almeda Hutchens Priddy.

 

She was...

Nona Ellen Holland

Nona Ellen Holland

Nov 15, 2024

Nona Ellen Holland, age 73, was born May 17, 1951, to the late Betty Joyce Mayo and the late Robert Bradley Holland, while her father was recalled to the U.S. Navy and stationed in San Diego, CA. She was diagnosed with cerebral palsy at an early age, but never allowed it to be a disability. 

Nona died November 15, 2024, at...

Clint M. Graff

Clint M. Graff

Nov 15, 2024

Clint Matthew Graff, age 50 of Cottage Grove, TN, died Friday, November 15, 2024, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

Clint was a member of Whitlock Church of Christ. He enjoyed listening to rock music and he enjoyed his music loud. A devoted Chicago Bears fan, who also cheered for the Tennessee Titans when the Bears were not playing. He also enjoyed...

Margaret S. Flood

Margaret S. Flood

Nov 15, 2024

Margaret S. Flood, age 87, of Paris, TN, died Friday, November 15, 2024, at her residence.

Margaret retired from Emerson Electric after 36 years. She was a member of West Wood Pentecostal Church. She enjoyed handmaking cards for people. She was an avid baker, and enjoyed making wedding and birthday cakes. But most of all, she loved spending time with her...

Virginia Sanders Walters

Virginia Sanders Walters

Nov 14, 2024

Virginia Lee Sanders Walters, age 87, of the Vale community, died Thursday, November 14, 2024, at her residence.

 

She worked at HIS Clothing for over 40 years as a sewing machine operator. She enjoyed her family and watching the Titans. Virginia was a member of New Hope United Methodist Church in Hollow Rock, TN.

 

Virginia was born January 6, 1937, in Henry...

Floyd George Parsons, Sr

Floyd George Parsons, Sr

Nov 13, 2024

Floyd George Parsons, Sr, age 73 of Springville, TN, died Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at his residence.

 

Floyd was a United States Marine Corps Veteran. He worked at Southern Clay Company in production for 13 years prior to the closing of the plant. He then, alongside his wife, owned and operated K9 Corner for 5 years. Floyd finished his working years...

Judy Sprague

Judy Sprague

Nov 13, 2024

Judy Sprague, age 67 of Paris, TN, died Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at her residence.

Judy was a member of Bridge of Hope Church in Paris. She was the former owner of JuJu’s Daycare for 39 years. She enjoyed listening to gospel music, and spending time with her grandchildren, and attending all their activities.

Born May 21, 1957, in Paris, TN, she...

David M. "Jack" Evans, Jr.

David M. "Jack" Evans, Jr.

Nov 12, 2024

David M. “Jack” Evans, Jr., age 98, of Paris, Tennessee, went to meet his savior on Tuesday, November 12, 2024.

He was born on September 13, 1926, to David M. Evans Sr. and Reba Hunter Evans in Whitesville, West Virginia. 

Jack was a boatswain’s mate second class during World War II serving in the invasion of the Philippines, and was also a...

Billy Gene Bennett

Billy Gene Bennett

Nov 9, 2024

*THE LOCATION OF THE FUNERAL SERVICE HAS BEEN CHANGED. THE SERVICE WILL NOW BE HELD AT RIDGEWAY FUNERAL HOME. *

Billy Gene Bennett age 85 of Paris, TN, died Saturday, November 9, 2024, at his residence.

Billy Gene was a retired sawmill truck driver. He enjoyed mowing his yard, riding his motorcycle, and watching NASCAR. He loved spending time with his grandchildren,...

Janice Doreen Marrelli

Janice Doreen Marrelli

Nov 7, 2024

Janice Doreen Marrelli, age 85, of Paris, TN, died Thursday, November 7, 2024, at Jackson-Madison County Hospital in Jackson, TN.

 

She was a longtime member of Lord of Life Lutheran Church in Kenosha, WI. She retired after many years of service for the state of Wisconsin. Janice served on the Kenosha, WI Board of Supervisors. She was also a member of...

Joanne Cox

Joanne Cox

Nov 7, 2024

Joanne Cox age 88 of Franklin, TN, formerly of Paris, died Thursday, November 7, 2024, at The Lantern at Morning Pointe Alzheimer’s Center of Excellence in Franklin.

Joanne retired from Henry County Medical Center where she worked many years as an Administrative Secretary. She enjoyed visiting the beach, attending Tennessee Vols football games, and being active in her church, Springhill Baptist...

RaeBethel Jan Johnson

RaeBethel Jan Johnson

Nov 5, 2024

RaeBethel Jan Johnson age 72 of Jackson, TN, formerly of Henry County, died Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at her residence.

Beth enjoyed being outside and playing with her grandchildren. She had worked several years in Property Management in Jackson. Beth was Baptist in faith.

Born February 4, 1952, in Senath, MO, she was the daughter of the late Milford B. Johnson, and...

Thomas Jackson LeCroy

Thomas Jackson LeCroy

Nov 4, 2024

Thomas Jackson “Jack” LeCroy age 86 of Lexington TN, died Monday, November 4, 2024, at the Henry County Healthcare Center in Paris, TN.

Jack loved music, especially old country, rockabilly, and southern gospel music. In his younger years, he enjoyed singing in a band and songwriting. Jack was always known for his quick wit and charismatic personality. He was Baptist in...

Sue Cooper Gebert

Sue Cooper Gebert

Nov 3, 2024

Sue Cooper Gebert, age 85 of Paris, TN, died Sunday, November 3, 2024, at her residence.

Sue formerly worked at Ceco Door, and as a dispatcher at Times DC Trucking. She was a member of Fairview Baptist Church where she loved working with small children. Sue deeply loved her church and church family. She enjoyed coloring, art, gardening, and working in...