Paris, TN Obituaries

Gary "Steve" Hicks

Apr 22, 2021

Gary Stephan "Steve" Hicks age 65 of Puryear, died Thursday, April 22, 2021, at his residence.

Military Funeral Honors will be conducted Wednesday, April 28, 2021, at 1:30 PM at the West TN Veterans Cemetery Parkers Crossroads located in Wildersville, TN.

Luke Suchovsky

Apr 21, 2021

Luke Suchovsky, age 84 of Paris, TN, died Wednesday, April 21, 2021, at his residence.

He retired after working many years as an agriculture sales representative for A.O. Smith in Wisconsin, New York, Georgia, and Pennsylvania.  Luke enjoyed traveling to the surrounding areas to flea markets.  He was a good father, grandfather, and loved making...

Laurice Dell Smithmier Roaten

Apr 18, 2021

Laurice Dell Smithmier “Daisy Mae” Roaten age 74 of Paris, died Sunday, April 18, 2021, at her residence.

She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, where was served as the choir leader for many years. Laurice worked for 26 years at East Wood Clinic in Paris as an LPN, for Dr. William “Bill”...

Johnnye Webb

Apr 17, 2021

Johnnye Pearl Roberts Webb, age 95 of Springville, TN, died Saturday, April 17, 2021, at her residence.

She formerly worked at Salant and Salant and retired from Missouri Department of Human Services as a Social Worker. Johnnye was a member of Cottage Grove Methodist Church, and formerly attended Russwood Baptist Church, in Buchanan. She loved...

Patricia "Trish" Dawson

Apr 17, 2021

Patricia Lynn Dawson age 51 of Tarpon Springs, FL, formerly of Paris, died Saturday, April 17, 2021, in Decatur, AL.

Trish was married March 1991 to Vincent Howard “Vince” Dawson, who survives of Tarpon Springs.

She enjoyed spending time with her granddaughters and the rest of her family.

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Tex Edward Rogers

Apr 11, 2021

Tex Edward Rogers, age 85 of Paris, TN, died Sunday, April 11, 2021, at his residence.

He formerly worked for both Salant & Salant and Midland Brake in Paris.  He graduated from Buchanan High School and was a U.S. Army veteran.  Tex was an avid collector of antiques, hatchets, knives, guns, coins, and many other...

Joyce Mae Smith

Apr 9, 2021

Joyce Mae Smith, age 82 of Paris, TN, died Friday, April 9, 2021, at NHC Healthcare in Milan, TN.

She was a longtime member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Paris, where she served as music director and organist for many years.  Joyce formerly worked at Howard & Jobe, Elovitz Jewelers, and retired from Griffey Clinic...

William Crites

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,...

Michael Dale Perry

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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Janet "Jan" Debruce

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.

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Baby Daniel Robert Long

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 &...

John Edwin Griffis

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...

Charley Bowden

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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Paulette Webster

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,...

Linda Carol Billings

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...

Cornelia "Connie" Outlaw

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...

Richard Shane "Rick" Benefield

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,...

Ronnie Ridgway

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...

Paula Marie Oulman

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.

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Lisa Hampton Walker

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...