Paris, TN Obituaries

Jul 13, 2020

Ronnie L. Dunn, age 75 of Paris, died Monday, July 13, 2020, at his residence.

He was a US Navy veteran, who retired as a truck driver of many years. Ronnie loved the University of Kentucky basketball. He enjoyed playing and making jokes on friends. Ronnie was a devoted husband, who loved his family and...

Jul 8, 2020

Charles “Chuck” Scofield, age 69 of Paris TN, died Wednesday July 8, 2020 at Saint Thomas West Hospital in Nashville, TN.

He recently retired as a truck driver for the Henry County Highway Department.

Chuck was born on September 21, 1950 in Deposit, NY. to the late Homer Scofield and Evelyn...

Jul 8, 2020

Marilyn Joyce Townsend, age 81 of Paris, TN, died Wednesday, July 8, 2020, in Paris.

She retired after a 40 plus year career as an insurance agent with Consolidated Insurance in Paris.  Marilyn enjoyed singing and listening to gospel music.  She loved talking about thousands of people that she knew.  She attended Puryear Baptist Church...

Jul 8, 2020

William J. “Bill” Reynolds, age 90 of Paris, TN, passed away peacefully Wednesday, July 8, 2020, at his residence surrounded by his family and friends.

He retired from Holley Carburetor in Paris after 35 years.  Bill was a U.S. Army veteran, serving during the Korean War Conflict.  He loved the outdoors, his horses, and his...

Jul 7, 2020

David Allan “Dave” Schaeffer, age 54 of Henry, TN, died Tuesday, July 7, 2020, at his residence.

He formerly worked in construction.  Dave enjoyed hunting and loved being a “shadetree mechanic.”

Dave was born June 9, 1966, in Lancaster, PA, to the late Charles Schaeffer, Sr., and Betty Ward Schaeffer, who survives,...

Jul 7, 2020

Carolyn Emmons Long, age 72 of Paris, TN, died Tuesday, July 7, 2020, at her residence.

She was an administrative assistant for St. John’s Community Services in Paris, a non-profit public advocacy organization for people with disabilities.  Carolyn enjoyed sewing, gardening, and flowers.  She loved spending time with her grandchildren.

Carolyn...

Jul 1, 2020

Annie Mae Birmingham, age 94 of Paris, TN, died Wednesday, July 1, 2020, at Henry County Healthcare in Paris.

She was the owner and operator of Ann’s Group Home in Paris for 38 years.  Annie always kept her journal and loved rose bushes.  Annie enjoyed crocheting, watching Joel Osteen on television, and collecting his books. ...

Jun 30, 2020

On June 30, 2020, Ryan Wheat ran for the first time in his life; right into the arms of Jesus.

He absolutely loved life and enjoyed being with people.  With the help of family, nurses, and special caregivers, Ryan fought hard to fulfill his purpose in life; simply to show people how to love.

Jun 29, 2020

Barbara Enoch Finch, age 77 of Knoxville, TN, formerly of McKenzie, passed away Monday, June 29, 2020, at her residence.

A private graveside service will be held at Maplewood Cemetery in Paris, TN.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org

A...

Jun 28, 2020

Chloe Bell York, age 90 of Paris, TN, died Sunday, June 28, 2020, in Indiana.

She was a homemaker who loved being at home and lived a simple life.  Chloe was a collector of many things and liked flowers.  She enjoyed flea marketing and yard sales.  She was a Christian who was strong in her...

Jun 28, 2020

Mary Patti Powell, age 72 of Puryear, TN, died Sunday, June 28, 2020, at AHC of Paris.

She formerly worked delivering flowers at Cheryl’s Flowers in Paris. She was also a housekeeper for several families in Henry County for many years.  Patti enjoyed nature, animals, going fishing, and listening to Scottish music.  She also loved...

Jun 25, 2020

Dorothy Jean Furtney, age 85 of Paris, TN, died Thursday, June 25, 2020, at her residence.

She retired after many years as a librarian for the W.G. Rhea Library in Paris.  Dorothy loved her animals, especially her cats.  She enjoyed gardening and her flowers.  In her latter years, Dorothy’s son, “Bubba” dedicated his life to...

Jun 23, 2020

Joseph William “Joey” Sturgill, II, age 63 of Paris, TN, died Tuesday, June 23, 2020, at Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, TN.

He was a former supervisor at Dana Corporation in Paris and previously worked at Celotex and Mohon International.  When his father passed away, Joey left school, got a job, and helped take care...

Jun 22, 2020

Robbie Nell Thompson, age 67 of Puryear, TN, died Monday, June 22, 2020, at her residence.

She was an LPN for many years at Puryear Nursing Home, then went on to serve as a caregiver and special caregiver to Mrs. Jackie Claxton for 12 years.  She was a member of New Bethel Baptist Church in...

Jun 20, 2020

Ted Paschall Nance, age 84 of Paris, TN, passed away Saturday, June 20, 2020, at his residence.

Ted was a lifelong resident of Henry County, whose ancestors settled here in the 1820’s.  He was born on March 30, 1936, in the Jones Mill community as the ninth of ten children born to the late Guy...

Jun 20, 2020

Shirley Hall Morris, age 69 of Paris, TN, died Saturday, June 20, 2020, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN.

She was a member of New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, who loved animals, and especially her dog Cyndel. She enjoyed watching movies, online games with friends, being with family, and life itself.

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Jun 20, 2020

Crystal Renee´ Baker, age 40 of Murray, KY, formerly of Paris, died Saturday, June 20, 2020, at Mercy Health-Lourdes Hospital in Paducah, KY.

She was a homemaker and a mother.  Crystal was a 1998 graduate of Henry County High School in Paris.  She was proud of her Native American heritage and enjoyed arts and crafts. ...

Jun 16, 2020

Dr. Tom C. Wood, age 91 of Paris, TN, died Tuesday, June 16, 2020, at his residence.

He retired after a lifelong career practicing medicine. He lived a full life of accomplishments and was dedicated to serving others.  Tom was a 1947 graduate of Martin High School and a 1949 graduate of the University of...

Jun 13, 2020

Katherine Diana Williams-Dunning was born in Nashville, TN to Hank and Mary Jane Williams, and resided in Paris. TN. Her early years were full of passion and curiosity, she loved tagging along with Daddy to the farm, riding the jet skis with her mama, and playing with her big sisters Hilary and Holly who loved having a little girl...

Jun 11, 2020

Christine Marie Sturm, age 63 of Paris, TN, died Thursday, June 11, 2020, at RHA West Tennessee in Trenton.

She was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Paris.  Christine attended the John R. Miller School in Henry County.  She loved music and enjoyed sitting outside.

Christine was born November...