OBITUARIES

Sep 10, 2025

Linda Kay Morris, formerly known as Linda Pettigrew, was born on December 11, 1961, in Lexington, Tennessee. She peacefully left this world on September 10, 2025, at the Ray and Kay Eckstein Hospice Care Center in Paducah, Kentucky, surrounded by love.

For 43 cherished years, Linda shared her life with her beloved husband, Jeff Morris. Together, they created a nurturing home...

Sep 2, 2025

Ernest “Co-Pilot” Williams, age 70, of Paris, Tennessee, passed away on September 2, 2025, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital.

Born on December 19, 1954, Co-Pilot spent his entire life in Paris, where he built lasting friendships and touched countless lives. Known for his big heart and outgoing nature, he truly never met a stranger. He was also a proud and devoted...

Sep 1, 2025

Mrs. Ruthie Ingram, 73, of Union City died Monday, September 1, 2025, at her home.

Services will be held at noon on Friday, September 5, 2025, at New Hope Freewill Baptist Church. Interment will follow in East View Cemetery.

There will be no visitation.

Ruthie Jewell Ingram was born on September 9, 1951, in Obion County, Tennessee, to the late Leon Byers and...

Sep 1, 2025

Linda Williams Freeman was born on June 11, 1947, in Murray, Kentucky, and passed away peacefully on September 1, 2025, at Patriot Health and Rehabilitation. She is remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend whose warmth and kindness touched all who knew her.

Linda was a devoted member of Mount Zion Baptist Church, where she served faithfully until her...

Sep 1, 2025

Mrs. Geneva Hutcherson, 95, of Paris died Monday, September 1, 2025, at her home.

Services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at Mount Zion Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery.

Visitation will begin at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday at the church.

Geneva Francis Hutcherson was born on April 29, 1930, in Whitlock, Tennessee, to the late...

Aug 31, 2025

Jerry Perry, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2025, at Patriot Healthcare and Rehabilitation in Paris, Tennessee. He was 71 years old. Jerry was born on September 13, 1953, in Henry County, Tennessee, where he spent much of his life contributing to his community and nurturing relationships with family and friends.

A graduate of...

Aug 31, 2025

Mrs. Lois Crump, 80, of Paris died Sunday, August 31, 2025, at her home.

Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at Union Grove Missionary Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Union Grove Cemetery.

Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday at the church.

Lois Crump was born February 19, 1945, in Paris Tennessee to the late...

Aug 26, 2025

Mr. Raymond "Rusty" Gardner, 63, of Clarksville formerly of Martin, TN died Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at Tennova Healthcare.

Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Parham Cemetery.

Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday at the church.

Raymond Russell “Rusty” Gardner was born December 13, 1961...

Aug 26, 2025

Kathy Benia Johnson, a beloved educator, community leader, and mentor, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of service, compassion, and unwavering dedication to others. She was born on March 19, 1951, in Union City, Tennessee, to the late Earl and Louise Johnson.

Following in the footsteps of her mother, Kathy devoted her life to education, teaching Home Economics for over...

Aug 25, 2025

Russell Andrew Pigue, fondly known as "Brown," was born on September 10, 1963, in Sharon, Tennessee. He departed this life on August 25, 2025, at Regional One Health in Memphis, Tennessee, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and cherished memories.

Russell devoted his career to public service, retiring from the public works department for the City of Sharon, where his...

Aug 25, 2025

Bishop LaRethia Motley of Union City TN., was born August 12, 1956, at Obion County General Hospital. On August 25th, 2025, the Lord called her soul to rest at the Waters Nursing and Rehabilitation Center with her Pastor and Sister Apostle Barbara Bolden at her bedside. She was 69 years old. She was a member of Anointed Church Of The...

Aug 24, 2025

Mr. James "Rick" Jones, Sr., 64, of Martin, TN died Sunday, August 24, 2025, Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Peters, MO.

Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at McCabe United Methodist Church. Interment will follow in Parham Cemetery.

Visitation will begin at noon on Saturday at the church.

James Roderick Jones, Sr., affectionately known as “Rick,” was...

Aug 17, 2025

Mrs. Gracie Thomas, 81, of Paris died Sunday, August 17, 2025, at Murray-Calloway County Hospital.

Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, August 22, 2025, at McPhearson-Rawls Funeral Home Chapel.

Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Friday at the funeral home.

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Aug 16, 2025

Mr. Rueben Douglass, 72, of Martin died Saturday, August 16, 2025.

Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, August 29, 2025, at McPhearson-Rawls Funeral Home Chapel.

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Aug 11, 2025

Mrs. Mary Ann Hartzfeldt, 87, of Paris died Monday, August 11, 2025, at Patriot Health and Rehabilitation Center.

Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at Progressive Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery.

Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday at the church.

Mary Ann Hartzfeldt, beloved daughter of the late John Bell Olive and...

Aug 9, 2025

Cecil Dunlap, a cherished figure in his community and a devoted family man, passed away on August 9, 2025, at the Obion County Nursing Home. He was born on July 6, 1928, in Holly Springs, Mississippi, and lived a life marked by dedication, service, and an undeniable zest for life.

Cecil retired after an impressive 33-year career with Goodyear Tire and...

Aug 1, 2025

James Aubrey Bishop, born on September 25, 1966, in Hickman, Kentucky, passed away on August 1, 2025, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, leaving a legacy of wisdom, laughter, and love. A proud graduate of Fulton County High School, class of 1984, James always cherished the importance of education and imparted life lessons to those around him throughout his life.

James was known for...

Jul 31, 2025

Carla Brooks, a beloved figure remembered for her kindness and infectious laughter, passed away on July 31, 2025, at the age of 67, in Union City, TN. Born on June 3, 1958, in Arlington, KY, she grew up with a deep sense of family and community that defined her life.

A proud graduate of Hickman Co. High School in Clinton, KY,...

Jul 27, 2025

Mrs. Betty Jean "Bet" Evans,86, of Sharon died Sunday, July 27, 2025, at her home.

Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at Pleasant View Baptist Church in Sharon. Interment will follow in Highland Cemetery.

Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday at the church.

She was...

Jul 11, 2025

Mr. Stephon Edwards, 63, of Martin died Friday, July 11, 2025, at his residence. Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at McCabe United Methodist Church. Memorial visitation will begin at noon on Saturday at the church. He was born on May 10, 1962, in Martin, TN, he was the son of the late...