Obituaries

Paris, TN Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Paris, Tennessee area

Shirley Bailey

Shirley Bailey

Sep 21, 2018

Shirley Mae Bailey, age 78 of Paris, TN, died Friday, September 21, 2018, in Paris.

She was a member of TVCC, who enjoyed painting and crocheting. She was proud of her Native American Heritage.  Shirley also worked with The Arc, an organization that helps individuals with physical and intelleucatul disabilities.

Shirley...

Walt Peterson

Walt Peterson

Sep 20, 2018

Walt Peterson, age 69 of Paris, TN, died Thursday, September 20, 2018, at his residence surrounded by family and friends.

He retired after many years as a representative in the manufacturing industry.  He was a member and elder at First Christian Church in Paris.  Walt was also a member, past president, and Paul Harris Fellow...

Carol Lowe Holdman

Carol Lowe Holdman

Sep 18, 2018

Carol Lowe Holdman, age 61 of Mansfield, TN, died Tuesday, September 18, 2018, at Saint Thomas West Hospital in Nashville, TN.

She formerly worked at Emerson Electric in Paris.  She loved her dogs and was Baptist in belief.

Carol was born February 1, 1957, in Detroit, MI, to the late Lloyd...

Nelda Adkins

Nelda Adkins

Sep 17, 2018

Nelda Faye Adkins, age 79 of Clarksville, formerly of Paris, died Monday, September 17, 2018 at Saint Thomas West Hospital in Nashville, TN.

Nelda was Baptist. She retired from Plumley Rubber Co. in Paris after over 20 years and she formerly worked at Emerson.  She enjoyed eating KFC and coconut cake, and spending time with...

John Thresher

John Thresher

Sep 14, 2018

John Dennis Thresher, age 72 of Springville, TN, died Friday, September 14, 2018, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN.

He retired after a 30-year career as a school teacher in Missouri.  He was a member of Russwood Baptist Church in Buchanan, TN.  John was a jack-of-all-trades and could fix anything.  He enjoyed fishing,...

Darrel Coleman

Darrel Coleman

Sep 14, 2018

Former Henry Countian, James Darrel Coleman, age 73 of Friendship, TN, died Friday, September 14, 2018, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN.

He was the former owner of Industrial Bearing and Farm Supply in Paris.  He was a member of Foundry Hill Community of Christ.  Darrel was a U.S. Army veteran serving in...

Wes Mclellan

Wes Mclellan

Sep 12, 2018

Wesley William “Wes” McLellan, age 75, of Dover, TN, died Wednesday, September 12, 2018, at the Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN.

Wes was a US Navy Veteran. He enjoyed flying airplanes, boats and traveling. He also enjoyed collecting rocks from his trips across the United States.  Before retiring, he logged many miles as a...

Debra Lou "Debbie" Boothe

Debra Lou "Debbie" Boothe

Sep 12, 2018

Debra Lou “Debbie” Boothe, age 63 of Paris, TN, died Wednesday, September 12, 2018, at Towne Square Care in Puryear, TN.

She was Baptist in belief and attended many different churches any time the doors were open.  Debbie enjoyed walking and singing and was a former member of the Rainbow of Sound singing group.

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Manuel Mike "Manny" Manzanares

Manuel Mike "Manny" Manzanares

Sep 11, 2018

Manuel Mike “Manny” Manzanares, age 86 of Paris, TN, died, Tuesday, September 11, 2018, at his residence in Paris, TN.

Manny was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War.  He was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Paris.  He was a dedicated 4 th degree member of Knights of Columbus. He retired...

Brandon Tyler Speer

Brandon Tyler Speer

Sep 10, 2018

Brandon Tyler Speer, age 23 of Big Rock, TN, died Monday, September 10, 2018, at his residence in Big Rock, TN.

Brandon loved kids and enjoyed playing with his children, nieces, and nephews.  He also enjoyed riding four-wheelers and making people laugh.

Brandon was born March 6, 1995, in Auburn, IN,...

Dorris Wayne "Doc" Elkins

Dorris Wayne "Doc" Elkins

Sep 10, 2018

Dorris Wayne “Doc” Elkins, age 71 of Union City, TN, died Monday, September 10, 2018, at his daughter’s residence in Hazel, KY.

He retired after 30 years at Goodyear Tire in Union City, TN.  He was a U.S. Army veteran who served during the Vietnam era.  Doc was a member of the VFW and the...

Mary Dias Adair

Mary Dias Adair

Sep 10, 2018

Mary Dias Adair, age 81 of Paris, TN, formerly of Florida, died September 10, 2018 at her residence in Paris.

Mary was a member of Christ Church of Nashville.  She retired after several years in the Banking Industry and working as a bookkeeper for the Church of All Nations in Florida.  She enjoyed quilting, cooking...

Kevin Scott Plaisance

Kevin Scott Plaisance

Sep 6, 2018

Kevin Scott Plaisance, age 59 of Buchanan, TN, passed away Thursday, September 6, 2018, at his residence in Buchanan, TN.

Kevin was born February 18, 1959, in New Orleans, LA, to the late Gerald Plaisance and Loretta Landwehr of Gretna, LA.

He was married August 7, 1999 to Cindy Zeller...

Willodene Hansel Jackson

Willodene Hansel Jackson

Sep 5, 2018

Willodene Hansel Jackson, age 86 of Paris, TN, died Wednesday, September 5, 2018, at her residence in Paris, TN.

She retired from Sears in Memphis, TN, as a legal assistant.  She also formerly worked as a real estate broker.  She was a member of Como Church of Christ.  Willodene enjoyed going to auctions, shopping, watching...

Betty Barnhill

Betty Barnhill

Sep 5, 2018

Betty Mavis Barnhill, age 84 of Paris, TN, died Wednesday, September 5, 2018, in Paris, TN.

She was owner & operator of the Fina gas station on Market Street in Paris from 1970-1993.  She also formerly worked at PML in Paris.

Betty was born August 8, 1934, in Big Sandy, TN,...

David Gallimore

David Gallimore

Sep 5, 2018

David Stephen Gallimore, age 68 of Puryear, TN, died Wednesday, September 5, 2018, at his residence in Puryear, TN.

He was the owner and operator of David’s Home Improvement where he worked in construction.  He was a member and deacon of Puryear Baptist Church, where he served as chairman of deacons and was president of...

Maggie Quinlan

Maggie Quinlan

Sep 4, 2018

Maggie Frances Quinlan, age 86 of Paris, TN, died Tuesday, September 4, 2018, at St. Thomas West Hospital in Nashville, TN.

Maggie was a member of Thompson Creek Baptist Church. She was a master gardener, who enjoyed painting, reading, and traveling. She formerly worked for Mobil Oil in Illinois.

Maggie was...

Leon Evans

Leon Evans

Sep 2, 2018

Leon Evans, age 93 of Paris, TN, died Sunday, September 2, 2018, at his residence in Paris, TN.

Leon was a U.S. Army veteran, who served and was disabled during WWII.  He enjoyed walking down Jim Adams Drive, Mineral Wells Avenue, and Volunteer Drive in Paris, and loved meeting and making new friends.

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Rowena Roney

Rowena Roney

Sep 2, 2018

Alice Rowena Roney, age 79 of Paris, TN, died Sunday, September 2, 2018 at Henry County Healthcare Center in Paris.

She was a homemaker and member of Grace Baptist Church in Paris.  She enjoyed spending time with her family and especially loved her grandchildren.

Rowena was born March 26, 1939 in...

Billy Jackson Boyd

Billy Jackson Boyd

Aug 30, 2018

Billy Jackson Boyd, age 83 of Puryear, TN, died Thursday, August 30, 2018, at his residence in Puryear, TN.

He formerly worked at Celotex for 17 years until its closing.  Billy then went on to work for Dana Corporation until his retirement.  He was also a farmer for many years.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and...