Paris, TN Obituaries

Apr 24, 2022

William Richard “Rick” VanDyke, Jr., age 62 of Paris, TN, died Sunday, April 24, 2022, at Henry County Medical Center in Paris.

He was a member of The Restored Church of Jesus Christ in Puryear, TN, and a U.S. Air Force veteran.  Rick loved fishing, watching movies, and spending time with his granddaughter.  He was...

Apr 23, 2022

Baby Bennett Taylor Barrow passed away April 23, 2022, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN.

He was born April 22, 2022, in Nashville, TN, to his parents, Craig & Kimberly Brett Pope Barrow, who both survive, of Buchanan, TN.

Along with his parents, he is also survived by his...

Apr 22, 2022

Donna Lynn Rogers, age 66 of Quincy, IL, died Friday, April 22, 2022, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL.

She enjoyed reading, artwork, beading, and crafting.

Donna was born February 10, 1956, in Chicago, IL, to the late Wayne Fischer and the late Wealthy McKenzie Fischer.

She...

Apr 21, 2022

Edmond “Ed” Kent, age 85 of Paris, TN, died Thursday, April 21, 2022, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Huntingdon, TN.

Ed was born April 13, 1937, in Ft. Oglethorpe, GA, to the late Lendell Kent and the late Dorothy Hathcock Kent. He attended Puryear Elementary School and graduated from E.W. Grove High School in 1955....

Apr 20, 2022

Melvin Emerson Wilkinson age 81 of Springville, died Wednesday, April 20, 2022, at the Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville.

Melvin worked in maintenance for Southern Clay Co. for many years. He was a former Chief of the Springville Volunteer Fire Department, and the last surviving founding member. He enjoyed traveling, line dancing, playing Bingo,...

Apr 20, 2022

Thomas Edward Fitzgerald age 80 of Puryear, died Wednesday, April 20, 2022, at the Henry County Medical Center.

Thomas loved riding his bike, attending yard sales, which lead to his collection of stuff. He also enjoyed crafts and puzzles. Thomas lived at The Farms in Puryear where he received immense joy visiting with his friends...

Apr 19, 2022

Freddie Ray Lemonds, age 77 of Paris, died Tuesday, April 19, 2022, at his residence.

Freddie was a member of the Paris Community of Christ Church.  He was a self-employed carpenter for many years and was a U.S. Army Veteran where he served in Vietnam. He loved to travel out west and he loved all of...

Apr 16, 2022

Ronnie Webb “R.W.” Bell age 83 of Paris, died Saturday, April 16, 2022, at the Henry County Medical Center.

Ronnie was a farmer and enjoyed all facets of working on a farm. He enjoyed driving a truck, tractor pulls, and spending time with his grandkids and great grandkids who called him “Pop.” Ronnie loved all...

Apr 12, 2022

Stacie Marie Shank, age 50 of Springville, TN, died Tuesday, April 12, 2022, at her residence.

She was a homemaker who loved horses and taking rides, her dogs, wildlife, birdwatching, wildflowers, naming the squirrels and deer !!, reading books, taking people on “buggy” rides through the woods, playing games and cards with new friends and family. She...

Apr 12, 2022

Bobby Ross McElroy, age 86 of Puryear, TN, died Tuesday, April 12, 2022, at AHC of Paris.

He retired after several years from Midland Brake.  Bobby was also a longtime farmer who loved his cattle and a US Army veteran.  He enjoyed mowing his yard and gardening.  He was a member of Puryear Baptist Church...

Apr 11, 2022

Ronnie Lee Barnhart, age 59 of Paris, TN, passed away Monday, April 11, 2022, at his residence.

He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and talking. Ronnie loved his wife, children, great grandchildren, and was very family oriented.

Ronnie was born September 17, 1962, in Ann Arbor, MI, to the late Jesse Green Barnhart...

Apr 10, 2022

Jerry Douglas Matheny, age 81 of Paris, TN, died Sunday, April 10, 2022, at AHC of Paris.

He retired from the Henry County Highway Department after 44 years and served in the Tennessee National Guard for six years.  Jerry loved trapping, staying busy, and doing anything that needed doing.  He was a member of Central...

Apr 9, 2022

Glen Theron Hastings, age 99 of Paris, TN, passed from this life to his heavenly home on April 9, 2022.  He was a longtime farmer and steward of the land in the Pleasant Hill Community of Henry County.

He was born May 14, 1922, in Mansfield, TN, to the late Glen O. and the late...

Apr 8, 2022

Charles Franklin Shrader, age 80 of Paris, TN, died Friday April 8, 2022, at his residence.

Charles was born May 2, 1941, in Martinsburg, WV, to the late Charles Shrader and the late Pauline Barfield.

He was married to Krystal Angelina Shrader, who preceded him in death.

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Apr 5, 2022

Debra Taylor, age 62 of Paris, TN, died Tuesday, April 5, 2022, at her residence.

She enjoyed horses, spending time with her grandchildren, and shopping.

Debra was born July 6, 1959, in Detroit, MI, to the late Robert Colley and the late Helen Laycook Colley.

She was...

Apr 3, 2022

Donna Francine Phillips, age 73 of Paris, TN, passed Sunday, April 3, 2022, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital.

She was a member of Bridge of Hope in Paris, TN. She was a homemaker, that loved reading the Bible and was continuously praying for her family without ceasing. Donna loved spending time with her children, grandchildren, and...

Apr 2, 2022

Joy Love McRee Jackson, age 90 of Paris, TN, died Saturday, April 2, 2022, at Henry County Healthcare Center in Paris.

She worked for 30 years at Burnett Shoe Store in Paris, where she served as store manager and customer representative.  Joy enjoyed shopping and going to the Smokey Mountains with her family and friends....

Mar 31, 2022

Daniel James “Danny” Louden, entered this life, as the 2nd born of twins, on November 29, 1979, in Anchorage, AK and entered his eternal home on Thursday March 31, 2022, at the age of 42, following a lifelong battle with many health complications, as a result of being born prematurely. His final days were spent, in his home, surrounded by...

Mar 30, 2022

Gladys Rovene Wassef, age 92 of Houston, TX, formerly of Henry County, died Wednesday, March 30, 2022, at Silverado Hermann Park Memory Care Community in Houston.

Gladys started her career as a high school English teacher in Saint Louis.  Subsequently, she received her Master’s in English from Washington University and taught at Wayne State University...

Mar 29, 2022

William M. “Bill” Reed, age 77 of Paris, TN, died Tuesday, March 29, 2022, in Paris.

He worked for Ellis Heating Company for 45 years as a plumber, pipefitter, and construction foreman.  He was an active Jaycee for many years and served as treasurer of the World’s Biggest Fish Fry and General Manager.  Bill was...