Obituaries
Recent Obituaries from Paris, Tennessee
Helen Harding Henderson
Jan 20, 2026
Helen Harding Henderson, a dedicated educator and lifelong seeker of beauty and knowledge, passed away on January 20, 2026, at the age of 79.
Born on July 5, 1946, in Paris, Tennessee, Helen’s life was defined by a profound curiosity and a fierce independence. She pursued her education with passion, earning her undergraduate degree from Memphis State University before obtaining her...
Kimberly Dawn Dunlap
Jan 17, 2026
Kimberley Dawn Dunlap, age 56, of Paris, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at Ascension St. Thomas Hospital in Nashville. Her body is to be cremated and no services are scheduled at this time.
Kimberly Dunlap was born February 11, 1969 in Kalamazoo, Michigan to Edgar (Judy) Brockman of St. Louis, Missouri and the late Mary (Malcolm) Burke. She...
Janice Turner Vick
Jan 15, 2026
Janice Turner Vick, age 77, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 15, 2026. Born on March 29, 1948, Janice was the beloved daughter of the late Bert J. Turner and Ollie B. Turner.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Richard Turner (Lois); and her brother-in-law, Brent Vick.
Janice is survived by her devoted husband of 58 years, Larry...
Robert L. Smith
Jan 15, 2026
Robert L. Smith, age 95, of Puryear, TN, passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at the Murray Calloway County Hospital. His funeral service is planned for 2:00 P.M. Sunday, January 18, 2026, at McEvoy Funeral Home, conducted by Dale Gallimore. Burial will follow the service in Walker Cemetery. Named as pallbearers are Rob Easterday, Rob Ballard, Tyler Smith, Kyle...
Joseph Edward Casey
Jan 14, 2026
Joseph Edward Casey, Age 95, formerly of Paris, passed away Wednesday evening, January 14, 2026 at his residence in Maryville, TN.
Born on October 25, 1930, in Henry County, Tennessee, Joseph was the son of Alsa Bedford (A.B.) Casey and Ruth Wynns Casey. Joseph married Shirley Carter on December 26, 1951, and they shared 71 years of marriage. As a couple,...
Karen Lee Humphreys Davis
Jan 9, 2026
Karen Lee Humphreys Davis, 65, a loving mother and grandmother of Big Sandy, Tennessee, peacefully passed into the presence of her Savior on January 9, 2026 with family by her side.
Karen was born on May 23, 1960, in Paris, Tennessee, to Daniel Owings “Bud” Humphreys Jr. and Louise Nichols Humphreys, both of whom preceded her in death. She is also...
Ruby Jean Hammock Jewell
Jan 7, 2026
Ruby Jean Hammock Jewell, age 91, of Camden, TN, passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at Camden Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. Her funeral service will be held graveside at 2:00 P.M. on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at Bethesda Cemetery, with Everette Holloway of the Church of God of Prophecy officiating. Burial will follow the service, and no public visitation...
Peggy Sue Pool
Jan 4, 2026
Peggy Sue Pool, age 82, of Buchanan, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at the Patriot Health and Rehabilitation Center of Paris. Her funeral service will be 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at McEvoy Funeral Home, conducted by Bro. Robert McBroom of Point Pleasant Baptist Church. Burial will follow the service in New Liberty Cemetery. Family...
Kenneth H. Charles
Jan 3, 2026
Kenneth H. Charles, age 75 of Puryear, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at his residence. His funeral service will be 2:00 P.M., Thursday, January 8, 2026, at McEvoy Funeral Home with Chad Kennedy officiating. Burial will follow the service in Shady Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Named as pallbearers are Danny Bowden, David Wood, Brandon Reddon, Bradley...
Wilmadean Richardson Bomar
Jan 1, 2026
Wilmadean Richardson Bomar, age 88 of Lynnville, TN, formerly of Henry County, TN, died January 1, 2026 surrounded by her family.
She worked many years at Hillside Hospital as a ward secretary and upon retirement opened and operated the Tea Room in Lynnville, TN. Wilma continued her education with Interior Decorating. She loved flowers, doing yard work,...
Joseph Paul Lucarelli
Dec 30, 2025
Joseph Paul Lucarelli died on December 30, 2025 at his home in Port Orange, Florida.
Joe was born April 27, 1947 in Chicago, Illinois, son of the late Dominic and Rosemary (Hodson) Lucarelli. He was a Veteran of the US Army serving seven years as a Captain with tours of duty in Viet Nam, Germany and Belgium....
Gordon H. Travis
Dec 30, 2025
Gordon H. Travis of Paris passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at Henry County Health and Rehab Center. His funeral service will be on Friday, January 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM at McEvoy Funeral Home with Bro. Jeff Baker of Birds Creek Baptist Church officiating. Entombment will follow in Hillcrest Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10:00...
Ben Williamson
Dec 26, 2025
Bernard C. "Ben" Williamson, Jr., age 85, of Elkhorn, TN passed away on Friday, December 26, 2025 at Eiffel Gardens of Paris. His funeral service will be held 11:00 A.M. Thursday, January 1, 2026 at McEvoy Funeral Home with Bro. Randy Stephens officiating. Named as pallbearers are Jim Williamson, Tim Mason, Rich Wilson, Jon Williamson, Wayne Casey, and Frank...
Dr. Philip D. Smith, Jr.
Dec 9, 2025
Dr. Philip D. Smith Jr., age 92 of Paris, TN, passed away on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at his residence. His memorial service will be held at McEvoy Funeral Home on Monday, December 15, 2025, at 3:00 PM, with his son, Edward Smith, officiating. Visitation will be held from 2:00 – 3:00 PM on Monday, prior to the service...
Faye Cherry Davis
Dec 7, 2025
Faye Cherry Davis, age 82, of Paris, Tennessee passed away peacefully with her family present, on Sunday, December 7, 2025 at her residence. Her body is to be cremated and a celebration of life will be planned by her family for a later date. Her ashes will be buried alongside her husband, John Franklin Davis at Olive Branch Cemetery....
Debra Kinsley
Dec 3, 2025
Debra Kinsley, 73, of Thorn Hill, Tennessee, passed away on December 3, 2025.
Born in Paris, Tennessee, Debra was the daughter of Richard Harrell Smith and Mary Frances Hicks Smith. She grew up in a close-knit community and graduated from Frayser High School in 1970. She later earned her degree from the University of Memphis's Early Childhood...
Tom Denton
Nov 29, 2025
Thomas Eugene "Tom" Denton, age 61 of Paris, passed away Saturday, November 29, 2025, at Jackson Madison Co. General Hospital. His funeral service will be at 1:00 PM on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at McEvoy Funeral Home with Rev. Randy Roberts officiating. Visitation will be at McEvoy Funeral Home after 11:00 AM on Saturday, prior to the service at...
Quinn Mabe
Nov 26, 2025
Quinn Mabe, age 62 of Cottage Grove, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at his residence. His body is to be cremated, and private family services will be held later.
Quinn Mabe was born June 26, 1963, to the late Quinton and Minnie Nelle Pennington Mabe. He is survived by daughters: Lisa Mabe (Bryan Coleman) of...
Jimmy E. Odom
Nov 20, 2025
Jimmy E. Odom, age 63 of Dover, Tennessee passed away on Thursday, November 20, 2025 at Tristar Horizon Medical Center ER in Dickson, TN. His body is to be cremated and a celebration of life will be planned for a later date, conducted by Pastor Josh Cunningham. Burial of his ashes will take place in Hillcrest Memorial Park Cemetery....
Monte York
Nov 19, 2025
Monte York, age 76 of Paris, passed away on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at West TN Healthcare Henry Co. Hospital. His service will be held graveside at 2:00 PM on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at Liberty Church Cemetery, 5585 Hillard Road, McKenzie, TN, conducted by Alan Trull.
Monte York was born January 29, 1949, in Carroll County,...
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