Paris, TN Obituaries

Nov 18, 2019

Leslie Eugene “Gene” Lambert, age 79 of Mansfield, TN, died November 18, 2019, at Henry County Healthcare Center in Paris, TN.

He retired as a welder and fabricator after many years in Henry County and the surrounding area.  Gene was active in the Paris-Henry County Rescue Squad for over 26 years, serving as Chaplain for...

Nov 15, 2019

Sarah Brooke Covington, age 23 of Springville, TN, died Friday, November 15, 2019, at Saint Thomas Midtown Hospital in Nashville, TN.

Sarah was a 2014 graduate of Henry County High School. Her love of family was first and foremost in her life. Followed by cats, music, friends and shopping. Even in death she put herself...

Nov 12, 2019

Linda June Wanamaker, age 70 of Henry, TN, died Tuesday, November 12, 2019, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN.

She retired from Tecumseh Products after 38 years of employment.  Linda was a 1967 graduate of Henry High School in Henry, TN.  She was a devoted mother, grandmother and great grandmother, and an avid Carolina...

Nov 12, 2019

Terry Lewis Franks, age 66 of Paris, TN, died Tuesday, November 12, 2019, in Paris, TN.

He proudly served in and was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps.  Terry loved his children and grandchildren and enjoyed tinkering with things.  He was a member of Friendship Baptist Church in Henderson, TN

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Nov 12, 2019

David Lee Greer, age 80 of Paris, TN, died Tuesday, November 12, 2019 in Paris, TN.

He retired as a licensed realtor in Louisiana.  David formerly worked for American Maritime Surveyors, Inc., as a professional marine surveyor.  He also was a former commercial pilot and flight instructor.  He was a U.S. Navy veteran.

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Nov 11, 2019

Jack Lester Essenburg, age 89 of Paris, TN, died Monday, November 11, 2019, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN.

Jack attended the University of Michigan College of Engineering for 2 years earning an associate’s degree in engineering.  He then entered the U.S. Army serving in the Korean War.  After his honorable discharge, he...

Nov 10, 2019

Gary Joseph Kontyko, age 74 of Buchanan, TN, died November 10, 2019 at his residence.

Gary was born February 15, 1945 in Flint, Michigan to the late William Kontyko and the late Marget Rogers.

He was a US Army Veteran

There will be a graveside service with...

Nov 10, 2019

John R. Shelton, age 75 of Paris, TN, passed away in his home on November 10, 2019, of natural causes.

John graduated from E.W. Grove High School in 1962 and attended the University of Tennessee at Martin.  He held many roles and careers during his 75 years including:  Shelton’s Food Market, a meat processing plant,...

Nov 8, 2019

Robert Wayne “Bob” Bragg, long time Puryear resident, faith filled family man, comedian, philosopher, and a world problem solver at the young of age 82 died Friday, November 8, 2019, at Baptist Hospital in Paducah, KY.

He proudly served his country for 22 years in the U.S. Coast Guard, retiring in 1978 at the rank...

Nov 7, 2019

Jesse K. “Jess” Moody, age 28 of Puryear, TN, died Thursday, November 7, 2019, at his residence.

He was a 2009 graduate of Henry County High School in Paris.  Jess was a special patient at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital for 18 years.  He enjoyed playing video and other games with his friends, and he...

Nov 6, 2019

Traci Sloan Pace, age 55 of Puryear, TN, died Wednesday, November 6, 2019, at her residence.

She retired after a long career as a registered nurse.  Traci began working in medicine with her Dad at the age of 13.  She enjoyed gardening and growing flowers and loved traveling.

Traci was born...

Nov 5, 2019

Tiffany Marie James, age 37 of Puryear, TN, died Tuesday, November 5, 2019, in Paris, TN.

She was a 2002 graduate of Henry County High School.  Tiffany enjoyed shopping, reading, drawing, and spending time with her family.  She attended Maplewood Baptist Church in Paris.

Tiffany was born April 30, 1982, in...

Nov 5, 2019

Jerry Jerome “Romey” Williams, age 74 of Paris, TN, passed peacefully into the arms of our Lord on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, at his home in Paris. Jerry was born in Buchanan, TN on March 26, 1945, the son of the late Franklin Freamon, and Loren Jaylye Williams of Buchanan.

Jerry was a Christian and...

Nov 5, 2019

Judy Garrett Davis, age 62 of Paris, TN, died Tuesday, November 5, 2019, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN.

She was a homemaker and a member of Oak Hill Union Church in Paris.

Judy was born June 7, 1957, in Greenfield, TN, to the late Harvey Garrigus and the...

Nov 4, 2019

George Thomas “Tom” Evans, age 76 of Paris, TN, died Monday, November 4, 2019, at his residence.

He retired as the owner & operator of G.T. Evans Express for over 20 years.  Tommy loved his cats and enjoyed caring for them.  He attended the Nazarene Church in Paris.

Tom was born...

Nov 3, 2019

Joe Paul Dunn, Sr., age 81 of Paris, died Sunday, November 03, 2019, at the Plumley Rehab Center in Paris.

Joe retired from the Henry County Highway Department where he was a security guard. He attended Friendship Baptist Church and loved country music.

Born March 17, 1938, in Paris, he was...

Nov 2, 2019

Lee Daniel Cole, age 42 of Buchanan, TN, died Saturday, November 2, 2019, at his residence.

Lee worked as carpenter in the Kentucky union until his health declined. He attended First Baptist Church in Big Sandy. Lee enjoyed fishing, duck hunting, spending time on the water, and riding around with his dog Chico.

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Oct 30, 2019

George Franklin, “Joey” Suratt, age 66 of Paris, TN, died Wednesday, October 30, 2019, at his residence.

He retired as 1st Class Petty Officer from the U.S. Navy after 21 years.  He was a veteran of the Persian Gulf War.  Joey enjoyed carpentry work, cooking, baking, hunting, and fishing.  He was very creative and artistic,...

Oct 30, 2019

Mark Andrew Meketi, age 59 of Paris, TN, died Wednesday, October 30, 2019, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, after suffering from long-term chronic health conditions.

Known to his friends as “Bucky,” he was a full-time father to his son, Drew, and a self-employed landscaper.  He enjoyed reading, fishing, cooking, and was a U.S. Navy veteran....

Oct 29, 2019

LeRoy Arthur Hartle, III, age 60 of Paris, TN, died Tuesday, October 29, 2019, in Paris, TN.

He was an electrician’s assistant for E & W Electric in Paris.  He was a loving father and a devoted grandfather.

LeRoy was born March 20, 1959, in Evergreen Park, IL, to the late...