Paris, TN Obituaries

Feb 9, 2023

Vickie Lynn Grace, age 61, of Paris, TN, died Thursday, February. 9, 2023, peacefully in her sleep at AHC in McKenzie, TN.

Vickie was born July 4, 1961, in Chicago, IL, to the late Willie Gene Boyd and mother, Mary Sue Boyd, who survives of Gallatin, TN.

Vickie was a believer in...

Feb 9, 2023

Terry O. Pierce, age 79 of Paris, TN, died Thursday, February 9, 2023, at Henry County Healthcare Center in Paris, TN.

Although born in St. Louis, Terry and his parents moved back to Paris, which he called home.  He graduated from Grove High School in 1961 and attended Murray State University.  For over 20 years,...

Feb 9, 2023

Michael Dale “Mike” Hudson, age 72 of Paris, TN, died Thursday, February 9, 2023, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN.

He retired as the longtime owner & operator of Hudson’s Body Shop in Paris.  Mike loved race car driving and in his younger years, enjoyed singing in the band Headliner.  He was a...

Feb 6, 2023

Peggy Ann Owens, age 64 of Paris, TN, died Monday, February 6, 2023, at Henry County Medical Center.

She retired from Regional Hospital in Jackson, TN, after many years as an LPN.  She formerly worked at Regional Hospital in McKenzie, TN.  Peggy loved spending time with her family and cooking.  She was a member of...

Feb 5, 2023

William “Bill” Ellis, age 72 of Buchanan, TN, died Sunday, February 5, 2023, at his residence.

He was the former owner & operator of B&D Bar.  Bill enjoyed fishing and hanging out at his favorite place. Lakeside Bar & Grill.

Bill was born July 12, 1950, in Hoke County, NC, to...

Feb 5, 2023

Carol Jo Clark, age 66 of Paris, TN, died Sunday, February 5, 2023, at Henry County Healthcare Center.

She retired from Del Ray Medical Center in Del Ray, FL, after many years as a CNA.

Carol was born November 16, 1956, in Philadelphia, PA, to the late Earl Nolan Clark and the late Patricia Diane...

Feb 4, 2023

Helen Ruth Williams Tucker, age 91 of Paris, passed away peacefully Saturday, February 4, 2023, surrounded by her family and friends at her residence.

Helen was known by most of her friends as Miss Helen. She formerly operated her own daycare for many years, where every child that entered received her love, care, and attention...

Feb 4, 2023

Gary Henry Martin, age 77 of Paris, TN, died Saturday, February 4, 2023, at his residence.

He was a U.S. Navy veteran, retiring as a Senior Chief after 22 years of service.  He enjoyed POKER, hunting, and fishing.  Gary loved all motors, enjoyed speed and racing cars, and his Indian motorcycle prototype.  He raised Shih...

Feb 3, 2023

Sarah Frances Winsett age 93 of Springville died Friday, February 3, 2023, at AHC of Paris.

Sarah was a member of Springville Baptist Church. She formerly worked for Salant & Salant as well as the Clippard Plant. She had previously taught Sunday School at various churches for many years. Sarah was widely known  for her...

Feb 2, 2023

Marilee Burton Bullock, age 88 of Paris, TN, died Thursday, February 2, 2023, at her residence.

She retired after 28 years from Tennessee Valley Authority.  She was a member of First Baptist Church Paris and the Lydia Dorcus Sunday School class.  Marilee was an avid University of Tennessee Volunteers fan and loved St. Louis Cardinals baseball.  She enjoyed...

Feb 1, 2023

John Michael “Mike” Mann, age 59 of Paris, TN, died, Wednesday, February 1, 2023, at his residence.

He retired from Milan Express after many years as a logistics coordinator.  He was a member of First United Methodist Church in Paris.  He loved his family, especially his grandchildren. Mike enjoyed his friends and times at Jack’s...

Feb 1, 2023

Jeff “Bullrider” Burton, age 60 of Boaz, AL, formerly of Puryear, TN, died Wednesday, February 1, 2023, at Marshall South Hospital in Boaz, AL.

He was a truck driver, bull hauler, and a longtime cowboy.  Jeff loved the rodeo and bull riding.  He was one of a kind and was known around as “Bullrider –...

Jan 31, 2023

Fayetta Weatherford, age 84 of Buchanan, TN, died Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at her home.

She worked in the cafeteria at Buchanan School in the early 1970’s.  She also worked for Plumley in the 1980’s.  Fayetta was a stay-at-home mom and a member of Blood River Church of Christ.

Fayetta was...

Jan 28, 2023

James Joseph “Jay” Svehla, age 65 of Springville, TN, died Saturday, January 28, 2023, at AHC of Paris.

He retired after 35 years of teaching Junior High, a career that he loved.  He was a huge sports fan, and especially loved the Chicago Cubs and football.  He had a passion for traveling, music, playing pool,...

Jan 26, 2023

Eva Marcettia Norwood, age 78 of Paris, TN, died Thursday, January 26, 2023, at West Tennessee Healthcare Volunteer Hospital in Martin, TN, surrounded by her husband and children.

She graduated from E.W. Grove High School in 1963 where she played basketball and was a Majorette in the band. She completed her Radiology Training at Methodist...

Jan 25, 2023

Caroline Jackson Brannon, age 63 of Puryear, TN, died Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at her residence after a long battle with leukemia and multiple sclerosis.

She was the co-owner of B&G Equipment of Hopkinsville, KY, for 17 years up until the time declining health prompted the sale of the business.  She previously worked for Tecumseh...

Jan 25, 2023

James Jay Webster, age 49 of Buchanan, TN, died Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at his residence.

He attended Point Pleasant Baptist Church.  He enjoyed watching TV, cooking, and baking.

James was born April 28, 1973, in Gowanda, NY, to the late Alton Charles Webster and the late Paulette Ruth Bremiller Webster....

Jan 20, 2023

Edmund Palmer “Ed” Tayloe, Jr., age 85, of Paris, died Friday, January 20, 2023, at his residence.

Ed was the former owner and operator of Tayloe Hancock Glass Company. Ed summed up his passions in life in a quote when he sold the business and retired, “I’ve put in 47 years, I’m ready to get out, I’m...

Jan 20, 2023

Judy Gail Hosford Kemp, age 74 of Paris, died Friday, January 20, 2023, at the Henry County Medical Center.

Judy was a 1966 graduate of Cottage Grove School. She formerly worked at Tecumseh for 36 plus years and was a waitress for Redmon’s BBQ and several other restaurants in Paris. Judy enjoyed watching Tennessee Volunteer...

Jan 13, 2023

Anna Charlene Boothe, age 70 of Paris, TN, died Friday, January 13, 2023, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN.

She retired from Morningside of Paris where she worked as a resident assistant.  Anna loved her cats and dogs, helping others, and being a caregiver.  She enjoyed watching “Days of Our Lives.”

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