Paris, TN Obituaries

Arlene Drexler

Oct 2, 2017

Arlene Lucille Shirk Drexler, age 92 of Paris, TN, died Monday, October 2, 2017, at the RoseStone Retirement Community in Paris, TN.

Arlene was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Paris, TN. She was valedictorian of her graduating class. She was a homemaker, avid bridge player and golfer. Her friends, bridge players,...

Sonny Melton

Oct 1, 2017

James Sonny Melton, age 29, of Big Sandy, TN, died Sunday October 1, 2017 in Las Vegas, NV.

Sonny graduated from Big Sandy High School and then from UT Martin with a business and finance degree.  He received a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from Union University in Jackson, TN.  He was employed as a registered...

Rhonda Weatherford

Sep 30, 2017

Rhonda Kay Weatherford, age 48 of Buchanan, TN, died Saturday, September 30, 2017, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN.

She was Baptist in faith and a member of Point Pleasant Baptist Church in Buchanan, TN.  She loved spending time with family and friends, fishing and being outdoors.

Rhonda was...

Jeffery "Tex" Campbell

Sep 30, 2017

Jeffery "Tex" Campbell, age 59 of Paris, TN, died Saturday, September 30, 2017, at his residence in Paris, TN.

Tex was a small engine mechanic for many years, working at the Henry Farmers Co-Op and also owning Tex’s Small Engine Repair at his home.  He loved riding his 1976 Harley Davidson Shovelhead.  He also enjoyed...

Juliana Rose "Julie" Henderson

Sep 29, 2017

Juliana Rose “Julie” Henderson, age 56 of Paris, TN, died Friday, September 29, 2017, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN.

She was a homemaker and was raised Catholic in faith.

Julie was born January 10, 1961, in Detroit, MI, to the late Barbara Phillips.

She...

Richard Sandora

Sep 26, 2017

Richard Wayne Sandora, age 75 of Springville, TN, died Tuesday, September 26, 2017, at his residence.

He was Catholic in faith and a US Army Veteran.

Richard was born December 9, 1941, in Chicago, IL, to the late Angelo Anthony Sandora and the late Elizabeth Margosoin Sandora Williams.

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Franky France

Sep 24, 2017

Billy Franklin “Franky” France, Jr., age 65 of Dickson, TN, died Sunday, September 24, 2017, in Nashville, TN.

He was Baptist in faith and was a member of the Moose Lodge in Dickson, TN. He enjoyed playing the Lottery.

Franky was born February 9, 1952, in Paris, TN, to the late...

Billy Smith

Sep 23, 2017

Billy Wayne Smith, age 84 of Puryear, TN, died Saturday September 23, 2017 at Weakley County Rehab & Nursing Center in Dresden, TN.

Billy worked as a security guard for both Chrysler Motor Company and Sears in Michigan.  He retired as a truck driver from Gaines Manufacturing Company in McKenzie, TN.  He was a member...

Carol Ashlock

Sep 19, 2017

Carol Ann Ashlock, age 70, died Tuesday, September 19, 2017, at the Henry County Medical Center in Paris.

She was married January 2, 1981 to Larry Ashlock who survives and lives in Paris.

Carol retired as a receptionist in 1982 from Pryor Oldsmobile in Memphis, TN. She enjoyed watching television.

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Elsie Bell

Sep 19, 2017

Elsie Lou Bell, age 77 of Paris, TN, died Tuesday, September 19, 2017, at Towne Square of Puryear, TN.

She was a member of East Wood Church of Christ.  She graduated from Cottage Grove High School then attended West Tennessee Business College in Jackson, TN.  She first was employed at Union Insurance Company Inc., for...

Phillip Frazee

Sep 19, 2017

Phillip Christian Frazee, age 18 of Buchanan, TN. died Tuesday September 19, 2017 in a Motor Vehicle Accident in Puryear, TN.

Phillip was a 2017 Graduate of Henry County High School. He was employed for Local 386 Union in Madison, TN, as a laborer. He was formerly active in the FFA at Henry County High School, Phillip...

Blane Warfle

Sep 17, 2017

Blane Louis Warfle, age 60 of Paris, TN, died Sunday, September 17, 2017, at his residence in Paris, TN.

He was a self-employed antique dealer for over 25 years in Paris and Henry County.  He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.  He loved fishing, watching TV and movies.

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Rachel "Meme" Fite

Sep 16, 2017

Rachel “Meme” Fite, age 76 of Buchanan, TN, died Saturday, September 16, 2017, at her residence in Buchanan, TN.

Rachel’s first loves were her faith and family.  She was a member of Point Pleasant Baptist Church in Buchanan, TN.  She loved gardening, quilting, and watching old family videos.  She was also known to be an...

Cathy Winsett

Sep 10, 2017

Cathy R. Winsett age 65, died Sunday September 10, 2017, at the Paris Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.

Born September 3, 1952, in Springville, TN, she was the daughter of Sarah Frances Poe Winsett of Springville, TN, and the late Robert Ivoe Winsett.  Cathy retired from Dana Corporation where she was active in the Union and...

Edwin Wilson "Ed" Wheatley

Sep 10, 2017

Edwin Wilson "Ed" Wheatley, age 74 of Paris, TN, died Sunday, September 10, 2017, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN.

He formerly worked for the state of Tennessee as manager of Employment Security in Huntingdon, TN.  He retired as a Conductor for CSX railroad, where he worked for over 25 years.  He was a...

Jo Ann French

Sep 5, 2017

Jo Ann French, age 78 of Camden, TN, died Tuesday, September 5, 2017, at her daughter’s residence in Mansfield, TN.

She retired from H.I.S. in Camden, TN.  She enjoyed painting ceramics, working in her flowers, and fishing.  She was a member of Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church in Camden, TN.

Jo...

Ronnie Nash

Aug 31, 2017

Ronnie Earl Nash, age 73 of Paris, TN, died Thursday, August 31, 2017, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN.

He was the owner and operator of Lighthouse Trucking in Paris, TN.  He volunteered his time hauling the Henry County High School Marching Patriots Band equipment to competitions.  He enjoyed trucking and spending time...

Pauline Spaulding

Aug 26, 2017

Pauline Carter Spaulding, age 98, of Paris, died Saturday, August 26, 2017, at the Paris Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.

Born December 6, 1918, in Paris, she was the daughter of the late William Charlie Carter and the late Ruth Foust Carter.

Pauline was a member of Fairview Baptist Church for 65...

Larry Moore

Aug 25, 2017

Lawrence “Larry” Moore, age 80, died Friday, August 25, 2017, at the St. Thomas West Hospital in Nashville, TN.

Born April 20, 1937, in Pueblo, Colorado, he was the son of the late Lewqinlus “Quin” Moore and the late Wilhelmina “Winnie” Sindermann Moore. Larry married Sandra Crockett Moore March 29, 1970, who survives and lives...

Dolly "Da" Kinsland

Aug 25, 2017

Dolly "DA" Kinsland, age 83, died Friday, August 25, 2017, at the Henry County Medical Center.

Born April 21, 1934, in Parma, MO, she was the daughter of the late Bryon Grimsley and the late Clara Elizabeth Ramsey Grimsley.

Dolly enjoyed giving gifts and riding four wheelers. She loved to eat...