Paris, TN Obituaries

Apr 5, 2021

William Paul Crites, age 81 of Palmersville, TN, died Monday, April 5, 2021, at his residence.

He was Pentecostal in faith. William was a retired construction worker who formerly worked on several high-rise buildings in Chicago before later becoming a self-employed contractor.  He was also a U.S. Army veteran. He enjoyed playing baseball, softball, fishing,...

Apr 5, 2021

Michael Dale Perry, age 59 of Paris, TN, died Monday, April 5, 2021, in Kentucky.

He was a member of Bethesda United Methodist Church in Paris, where he was present most every time the doors were open.  Michael loved animals, especially elephants, and enjoyed visiting zoos anytime he got the chance.

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Apr 3, 2021

Janet Denice “Jan” DeBruce age 55 of Paris, died Saturday, April 3, 2021, in Nashville.

She formerly worked as a sitter for Peace of Mind Healthcare Advocate Services, a job she enjoyed immensely. Jan loved kayaking, camping, and riding motorcycles. She also enjoyed singing and playing the guitar. Jan was a Christian.

Mar 31, 2021

Baby Daniel Robert Long passed away March 31, 2021, at Williamson Medical Center in Franklin, TN.

He is survived by his parents, Eric & Rebecca Kesterson Long of Paris; two sisters, Ashley N. Long of Madison, TN, and Erika Long of Rainbow City, AL; grandparents, Vickie Hart Kesterson of Antioch, TN, Patty Kennedy Kesterson &...

Mar 30, 2021

John Edwin Griffis, age 72 of Henry, TN, died Tuesday, March 30, 2021, at Henry County Medical Center.

He retired after many years as a Lineman with Glades Electric in Florida. John enjoyed reading, writing short stories, and he loved the Florida Gators. He was a Baptist in Faith.

John was...

Mar 28, 2021

Charley Ray Bowden age 61 of Paris, died Sunday, March 28, 2021, at the Jackson Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN.

Charley retired from Arnold’s Fabrication in Camden, TN, where he was a welder.  He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and restoring old cars. He loved riding his Harley- Davidson motorcycle.

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Mar 27, 2021

Paulette R. Webster age 72 of Paris, died Saturday, March 27, 2021, at her residence.

Paulette was a former CSM and cashier at Wal-Mart. She was a member of Tennessee Valley Community Church in Paris. She enjoyed making crafts and working crossword puzzles.

Born February 13, 1949, in Springville, New York,...

Mar 23, 2021

Linda Carol Billings, age 59 of Bonita Springs, FL, formerly of Henry County, died Tuesday, March 23, 2021, at Lee Health Coconut Point in Estero, FL.

She was the former owner & operator of the Lighthouse Restaurant and Linda’s Uptown Pizza in downtown Paris.  She formerly worked at Henry County Medical Center.  Linda was a...

Mar 22, 2021

Cornelia Ann (Connie) Outlaw, age 74 of Henry TN, died Monday March 22, 2021, in Foley AL March 22, 2021.

Connie worked for many years at accounting firm, Perry McCain & Boyd CPA in Paris.  She later went to work for Ed Watson at Bonanza in Paris, where she later became the owner and re-named...

Mar 22, 2021

Richard Shane “Rick” Benefield, age 67 of Puryear, TN, died Monday, March 22, 2021, at Henry County Healthcare Center in Paris, TN.

He retired after a long career as a crane operator.  Rick was also a former breeder of Shih Tzu dogs.  He was a master and artist in woodworking and enjoyed making bowls, birdfeeders,...

Mar 17, 2021

Ronnie Ridgway, age 88, passed away peacefully at his residence on March 17, 2021.

Ronnie was an entrepreneur. He owned and operated Volunteer Sheet Metal for 18 years. He also owned and operated the Best Western Motel for 20 years and was a partner in a golf driving range. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodworking, and...

Mar 15, 2021

Paula Marie Oulman, age 61 of Henry, TN died Monday, March 15, 2021, at her residence.

She was a homemaker who was also a caretaker for her mother.  Paula enjoyed her dogs, cooking, and house cleaning.  She lived in Florida for many years where she enjoyed boating, fishing, and loved the ocean.

Mar 14, 2021

Lisa Hampton Walker, age 60 of Jackson, TN, died Sunday, March 14, 2021, at her residence.

She attended Oral Roberts University and Memphis State University, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts.  She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Paris and the founder of the Walker Endowment Fund for the Needy.  Lisa was...

Mar 13, 2021

Linda D. Warlyn, age 70 of Paris, TN, died Saturday, March 13, 2021, at her residence.

Linda was an artist who created stunning and incredibly detailed works of art. Her brilliance was immediately obvious to those who saw her completed works.  Not only was she an artist in her work but she was also an...

Mar 13, 2021

Stella Ruth Hutchens, age 85 of Puryear, TN, died Saturday, March 13, 2021, at Christian Care Center in McKenzie, TN.

She retired after many years as the owner & operator of both Hutchens Plant Farm and Hutchens Trailer Park in Puryear, TN.  Stella was a longtime member of Puryear Baptist Church.  She was a hard...

Mar 13, 2021

Sophia Snider Ray, age 88 of Springville, TN, died Saturday, March 13, 2021, at her residence.

She was the longtime owner & operator of The Red House Antiques.  She graduated from Sumner County High School and went on to attend the Nashville Institute of Art.  Sophia was a member of First Baptist Church in Paris...

Mar 12, 2021

Earl Miracle, Jr., age 62 of Paris, TN, died Friday, March 12, 2021, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN.

He was a printer for a publishing company in Denver, CO.  Earl was a U.S. Army veteran who loved his dogs.  He was Catholic in faith.

Earl was born September...

Mar 11, 2021

James Robert “Jim” Rowlett, age 77 of Paris, TN, went to see his Lord & Savior Thursday, March 11, 2021, at his residence.

He was the longtime co-owner of Carpet World USA.  He was a member of Fairview Baptist Church in Paris.  Jim formerly owned and operated his car lot, “Trader Jim”, and ran McKee...

Mar 8, 2021

Jonathan Joseph “Jon” Wachs, age 57 of Paris, TN, died Monday, March 8, 2021, at his residence.

He loved his dogs, enjoyed bowling, and watching wrestling.  Jon was an avid Atlanta Braves fan.

Jon was born August 10, 1963, in Chicago, IL, to the late David Wachs and Ileen Abeles Wachs,...

Mar 5, 2021

Charles Earl McDaniel, age 73 of Paris, TN, died Friday, March 5, 2021, at AHC of Paris.

He worked in funeral service for over 30 years, last working for Ridgeway Funeral Home in Paris.  He formerly worked at Celotex for many years until its closing.  Charles was a lifelong farmer who loved his mules, cattle...