Rita Lee Barnhill Sarkisian, age 78, of Paris, Tennessee, left her earthly body on Tuesday, June 10, 2025. Her body is to be cremated and a private family interment is planned for a later date at Shady Grove Cemetery.

Rita was born on March 7, 1947 in Paris, Tennessee to the late James "J.W." Barnhill and the late Cloie Williams Barnhill. She married Richard Sarkisian, Jr. on March 15, 1972 and he preceded her in death in 2003. Rita is survived by her daughter, Jennifer (Rusty) Coleman of Paris; grandchildren, Justin and Tyler Coleman; by several other family members and friends along with special friend, Wanda England.

Mrs. Sarkisian was a member and attended Tennessee Valley Community Church (TVCC).