Obituaries

Recent Obituaries from Paris, Tennessee

Rita Lee Barnhill Sarkisian

Rita Lee Barnhill Sarkisian

Jun 10, 2025

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...

Michael  A.  Cronin, Sr.

Michael A. Cronin, Sr.

Jun 4, 2025

Michael A. Cronin, Sr., age 71, of Paris, Tennessee passed away at his residence on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. His body is to be cremated and a private family memorial with the scattering of his ashes is planned.

Michael was born April 16, 1954 in Chicago, Illinois to the late Barry Cronin and the late Patricia McGuire...

Patricia Ann Hopkins

Patricia Ann Hopkins

May 31, 2025

Patricia Ann Hopkins, age 78 of Memphis, passed away Sunday, May 31, 2025, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis. She was born August 28, 1946, in Paris, TN, to the late George David and Sarah Irene French Hopkins. Her body is to be cremated, and her graveside service will be Saturday, June 14th at 2:00 pm at Craig-Farmer Cemetery...

Merle L. Hightree

Merle L. Hightree

May 22, 2025

Merle L. Hightree, age 86, of Puryear, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, May 22, 2025 with his family present. His body is to be cremated, with a private family celebration of life to be planned.

Mr. Hightree was born September 27, 1938 in Hartford, Ohio to the late Merle Louis Hightree and the...

William 'Bill' Smothers

William 'Bill' Smothers

May 18, 2025

William "Bill" Smothers, age 64 of Buchanan, TN, passed away Sunday, May 18, 2025, at his residence. His funeral will be at 2:00 p.m. Friday, May 23rd, at McEvoy Funeral with Joe McClure and Darrin French of Open Doors Community Church to officiate. Burial will follow services in Memorial Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until funeral time at...

Wayne E. King

Wayne E. King

May 17, 2025

Wayne E. King, age 91, of Paris, passed away Saturday, May 17, 2025, at his residence. His funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 21st, at McEvoy Funeral Home, with burial to follow in Bevil Cemetery. Visitation will be at McEvoy Funeral Home from 4:00-7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 20th, and after 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday prior...

Gary M. Deweese

Gary M. Deweese

May 17, 2025

Gary M. Deweese, 47, of Henry, TN. Went to Heaven on Saturday, May 17, 2025. He was a truck driver for Lewys in Paris, TN. He loved to fish and spend time with his family. He was the best husband, daddy, grandaddy, son and friend anyone could ever ask for. He is survived by his wife Sonya Deweese; parents, Catherine...

Don Rogers

Don Rogers

May 14, 2025

Ernest "Don" Rogers, age 84 of Springville, TN, passed away Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at Patriot Health & Rehab in Paris. His funeral service will be at 11:00 am Saturday, May 24th, at McEvoy Funeral Home with Mitch Fiscus officiating. Burial will follow in Poplar Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be after 10:00 am Saturday, May 24th, at McEvoy Funeral Home...

Lonnie Hodge

Lonnie Hodge

May 7, 2025

Lonnie Hodge, age 77 of Henry, TN, passed away Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at Henry County Healthcare. His service will be Saturday, May 10th, at McEvoy Funeral Home at 3:00 pm. Visitation will begin at 1:00 pm on Saturday until the service at 3:00 pm. Lonnie Hodge was born February 21, 1948, to the late Lonnie Swamburg Hodge and the...

Roy Lee Ray

Roy Lee Ray

May 6, 2025

Roy Lee Ray, age 86 of Henry, TN, passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at Bells Nursing Home in Bells, TN. His funeral service will be held at McEvoy Funeral Home at 12:00 pm Saturday, May 10, 2025, with Bro. Roger Graham officiating. Burial will follow in VanDyke Church of Christ Cemetery. Visitation will be after 10:00 am Saturday, May...

Carl Herndon

Carl Herndon

May 2, 2025

Carl N. Herndon, age 85 of Paris, TN passed away on Friday, May 2, 2025, at his residence. His body is to be cremated, a memorial service is being planned for a later date.

Carl Nathan Herndon was born November 25, 1939, in Big Sandy, Tennessee, to the late Paul Herndon and the late Dora Ladessa Martin...

Jean Paul Harville

Jean Paul Harville

May 1, 2025

Jean Paul Harville, age 49, of Henry, Tennessee passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025 at his residence. His celebration of life will be 2:00 P.M. Friday, May 23, 2025 at the Henry Civic Center with Jerry Fox to officiate. Fellowship with the family and a meal are planned following the service. J.P. was born January 14, 1976 in Nashville,...

Peggye Taylor Elkins

Peggye Taylor Elkins

Apr 28, 2025

Peggye Taylor Elkins, age 92 of Puryear, passed away Monday, April 28, 2025, at her residence. Her funeral service will be at 2:00 pm Saturday, May 3rd, at McEvoy Funeral Home with Josh Manning of East Wood Church of Christ officiating. Burial will follow in Green Plains Cemetery in Hazel, KY. Visitation will be at McEvoy Funeral Home after 11:00...

Kenneth Elroy Barrow

Kenneth Elroy Barrow

Apr 28, 2025

Kenneth Elroy Barrow, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2025, at the age of 77.

He was born on February 4, 1948, in Paris, Tennessee, son of Elroy and Mary Evelyn Barrow.

Kenneth is survived by his three loving daughters: De'Anna Barrow of St. Peters, Missouri, Anita "Nina"...

Nancy Carol Gaither Swindle

Nancy Carol Gaither Swindle

Apr 24, 2025

Nancy Swindle, age 77, of Paris, Tennessee passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2025 at her residence. Her body is to be cremated and a celebration of her life will be planned for a later date.

Nancy Carol Gaither Swindle was born July 29, 1947 in Phoenix, Arizona to the late Herman Gaither and the late Mamie...

Jamie Lee Mitchell

Jamie Lee Mitchell

Apr 22, 2025

Jamie Mitchell, age 55, of Henry, Tennessee passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at his residence. Jamie's body is to be cremated and a celebration of life will be planned for a later date.

Jamie Lee Mitchell was born in Kennett, Missouri to the late James Henry Mitchell and the late Charm Denise Wicker. He married...

Priestly  Scott

Priestly Scott

Apr 17, 2025

Priestly Scott, age 95, of Benton, KY formerly of Puryear, TN passed away on Thursday, April 17, 2025 at The Stilley House Senior Living in Benton. His funeral service will be 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at McEvoy Funeral Home, conducted by Bro. Lance Cordle of Atwood Church of Christ and Bro. Jared Green of Calvert City...

John Kenwood Robinson

John Kenwood Robinson

Apr 15, 2025

John Kenwood Robinson of Puryear, TN passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at Henry County Health & Rehabilitation. His funeral service will be graveside at 1:30 pm Saturday, April 19th at Puryear City Cemetery with Mackie Gallimore officiating. Burial will follow in Puryear City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm on Saturday April 19th at McEvoy...

Thomas Britton

Thomas Britton

Apr 14, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Thomas Britton, who left us on April 14, 2025. Born on September 15, 1948, in Ypsilanti, Michigan. Tom lived a life rich in creativity and adventure. He was a cherished son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend, whose spirit touched the lives of many. Tom graduated from E.W. Grove High...

Nelda Claydean Cantrell

Nelda Claydean Cantrell

Apr 6, 2025

Nelda Claydean Cantrell of Springville, TN, passed away Sunday, April 6, 2025, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Her funeral service will be at 1:00 PM on Friday, April 11, 2025, at McEvoy Funeral Home, with Frank Bartozzi officiating. Burial will follow at Antioch United Methodist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be after 11:00 AM Friday, prior to the service. Nelda...

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