Obituaries

Paris, TN Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Paris, Tennessee area

Joshua Allen "Josh" Hunt

Joshua Allen "Josh" Hunt

Feb 14, 2024

Joshua Allen “Josh” Hunt, age 39 of Buchanan, TN, died Wednesday, February 14, 2024, at his residence.He was a self-employed mechanic.  Josh enjoyed hunting and spending time with his friends.Josh was born July 8, 1984, in Paris, TN, to the late George Ray Hunt and the late Deborah Ann Lash Hunt.He is survived by his grandmother, Carolyn Lash of Springville,...

Melvin Gene Phillips, III

Melvin Gene Phillips, III

Feb 12, 2024

Melvin Gene Phillips, III, age 42 of Springville, TN, joined our Father God Monday, February 12, 2024.Melvin loved his kids and family more than anything.  He was a father to all.  He loved playing basketball with his children.  He enjoyed kayaking and looked forward to floating the Current River every year, riding his motorcycle, and taking pictures.  He loved nature...

Cindy J. Holland

Cindy J. Holland

Feb 11, 2024

Cindy J. Holland, age 65 of Paris, TN, died Sunday, February 11, 2024, at her residence.  She was a member of Van Dyke Church of Christ in Paris.  She formerly worked at Briggs & Stratton in Murray, KY.  Cindy loved to read, the Chicago Bears, and spending time with her grandchildren.  She loved to watch the leaves change during her...

William "Randy" Gean

William "Randy" Gean

Feb 11, 2024

William “Randy” Gean, age 74 of Buchanan, TN, died Sunday, February 11, 2024, at Saint Thomas West Hospital in Nashville, TN.

He was a longtime member of Mt. Sinai Baptist Church in Buchanan, TN, where he had served as a deacon since 2000.   He was a member of the last high school graduating class of Cottage Grove School in 1969....

Dwain Wesley Cooper

Dwain Wesley Cooper

Feb 10, 2024

Dwain Wesley Cooper, age 74 of Cottage Grove, TN, died Saturday, February 10, 2024, at his residence.

 

He retired from Emerson Electric in Paris.  He graduated from Palmersville High School in Palmersville, TN, then went on to attend the University of Tennessee at Martin where he received a bachelor’s degree in math and chemistry.  Dwain loved hunting, fishing, and working in...

Kenneth D. Linsman

Kenneth D. Linsman

Feb 7, 2024

Kenneth D. “Kenny” Linsman, age 77 of Paris, TN, died Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at his residence.

 

Kenny was a US Army Vietnam Veteran and a member of Friendship Baptist Church.  He enjoyed playing golf, hosting parties with his friends, and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He was the retired owner and operator of North American Caviar Company...

Thomas G. "Tom" Isbell

Thomas G. "Tom" Isbell

Feb 5, 2024

Thomas G. “Tom” Isbell, age 90, of Paris, TN, died Monday, February 5, 2024, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN.

 

He retired after many years from Chrysler in St. Louis, MO. He was a Baptist by belief. Tom enjoyed fishing, hunting, and traveling. He loved doing handyman work and could fix up any projects for his family.

 

Tom was...

Heather Tharpe

Heather Tharpe

Feb 2, 2024

Heather Leigh Tharpe, age 37, of Paris, TN, died Friday, February 2, 2024, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN.

 

Heather loved spending time with her children and her family. She enjoyed coloring and being creative, fishing and dolphins.

 

Heather was born November 1, 1986, in Paris, TN, to Donald Green of Puryear, TN and Betty Tharpe of Paris, TN.

 

Along with...

Charles T. Hopkins

Charles T. Hopkins

Feb 2, 2024

Charles T. Hopkins, age 91 of Paris, TN, died Friday, February 2, 2024, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN.

 

He attended the University of Tennessee at Martin where he was voted most outstanding student in business administration, and later graduated from Memphis State University.  He served in the U.S. Army for two years in intelligence, stationed at Ft. Knox, KY.  Charles...

Dolores "Dee" J Tatum

Dolores "Dee" J Tatum

Feb 1, 2024

Dolores J. Tatum, “Dee”, age 82, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2024 at Alden Estates in Naperville, IL. Dolores Tatum was married to Coy Tatum for 50 years before his death in January 2013, they were married Sept. 15, 1962.  Born July 22, 1941, in Chicago, she was the daughter of Joseph and Josephine Bulin, now both deceased. For...

Deborah Ann "Deb" Patterson

Deborah Ann "Deb" Patterson

Jan 30, 2024

Deborah A. Patterson, age 74 of Paris, TN, formerly of Barryton, MI, passed away Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at home surrounded by love.Deb was born November 29, 1949, in Lansing, MI, to the late Herbert Schoepke and the late Phyllis Fries Schoepke.  She graduated from Everett High School in Lansing, MI.  Deb met the love of her life, Ronald Patterson,...

Carolyn Spurgeon

Carolyn Spurgeon

Jan 29, 2024

Carolyn LaRue Spurgeon, age 82, formerly of Paris, died Monday, January 29, 2024, at her residence in Union City, TN.

 

Carolyn formerly worked at Holley Carburetor and Salant Salant Shirt Factory. She then worked several years at Wal-Mart in Paris. She was an All-State Basketball player in 1959 for Buchanan High School and a member of the Henry County Sports Hall...

Carla Faye Whitthorne

Carla Faye Whitthorne

Jan 28, 2024

Carla Faye Whitthorne, age 82 of Paris, TN, died Sunday, January 28, 2024, at her residence.She retired after many years from Mohon International in Paris.  Carla loved camping, NASCAR, and enjoyed playing dominos, especially Chickenfoot.  She was a member of Fairview Baptist Church in Paris.Carla was born February 15, 1941, in Alamo, TN, to the late Carl Marvin Huffine and...

Daniel Eric Asher

Daniel Eric Asher

Jan 26, 2024

Daniel Eric Asher, age 40 of Buchanan, TN, died Friday, January 26, 2024, at his Dad’s residence.He graduated from Henry County High School and went on to attend the University of Tennessee at Knoxville.  Daniel became disabled by his cancer that he endured for a long season of his life.  He enjoyed going to the library and was an avid...

Steven Ernest Greene

Steven Ernest Greene

Jan 23, 2024

Steven Ernest Greene, age 69 of Paris, TN, died Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at AHC of Paris.He retired after a long career in the manufacturing and retail industries where he worked in management as a technician.  He was last employed by Lowe’s in Paris.  Steven was a “tinkerer” who enjoyed woodworking, electronics, working on vehicles and anything mechanical, and building...

Joy Call

Joy Call

Jan 22, 2024

Joy Call, age 80 of Paris, TN, formerly of Cottage Grove, died Monday, January 22, 2024, at her residence in Paris.Joy was a 1961 graduate of Cottage Grove High School.  She continued her education by earning her bachelor’s degree in education from UT Martin, and her master’s degree from Murray State University.  Joy worked many years with the Paris Special...

Linda L. Thomas Valentine

Linda L. Thomas Valentine

Jan 18, 2024

Linda L. Thomas Valentine, age 84 of Paris, TN, died Thursday, January 18, 2024, at Henry County Medical Center in Paris.

 

She was a homemaker who enjoyed keeping house, sewing, and crafts.  Linda loved her Dachshund dogs over the years.  She was a member of Maplewood Baptist Church in Paris.

 

Linda was born August 6, 1939, in Paris, TN, to the late Gordon J....

Ray Cate

Ray Cate

Jan 16, 2024

Ray Cate, age 62 of Paris, TN, died Tuesday, January 16, 2024, at Henry County Medical Center in Paris.

 

He retired after working for several years at Central Electric in Paris.   Ray enjoyed spending time with his family. He was a Christian by faith. 

 

Ray was born July 30, 1961, in Paris, TN, to the late James Cate and Peggy Sanders...

Roger Alvin Owens

Roger Alvin Owens

Jan 13, 2024

Roger Alvin Owens, age 74 of McKenzie, TN, formerly of Henry County, died Saturday, January 13, 2024, at his residence in McKenzie.

 

He retired as a welder from Goodyear Tire.  He was a member of New Life Baptist Church in Henry, TN. Roger enjoyed horses and was a member of the Henry Saddle Club.

 

Roger was born June...

Michael Ray Cole

Michael Ray Cole

Jan 11, 2024

Michael Ray Cole. Age 67 of Puryear, TN, died Thursday, January 11, 2024, at his residence.

He was a longtime truck driver driving for Kesterson Food Company, MBL, and D&G Trucking.  Michael was a hard worker who enjoyed working in his garden and working as a mechanic.  He loved spending time with his family.

Michael was born January 1, 1957,...

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