Paris, TX Obituaries

Neoma A. LaRue passed on October 24, 2026, at the age of 88.

Stephen Edward Pilip was born January 17, 1948, to Edward and Sandra (Maxine) Pilip in Glendale Heights, IL. He attended Glendale Heights High School. He left school two weeks before graduation to ...

Charles W. Trull rode a long ride ending on October 21, 2026, at 91 years of age. He was lovingly known as “Charley”. He was born on January 13, 1935, in Post, Texas to the late Weldon Parr and Naomi...

Patsy Ann (Coker) Elliott, 87, passed away on October 20, 2026. She was born on November 9, 1938, to Guy Shelby Coker and Katie Lucille (Weaver) Coker, who preceded her in death. Patsy is survived by...

Emma Joy (Staley) Whitaker, 81, of Paris, passed away Sunday, October 18, 2026. Services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21st at Bright-Holland Funeral Home with Rev. Tiny Freelen officia...

Bobby Joe “Bob” Bolton, 96, of Paris, passed away Friday, October 16, 2026. Services are scheduled for 3:00 p.m. Monday, Oct. 19, 2026, at The United Pentecostal Church with Rev. Brad Davis officiati...

Johnnie Marie (Templeton) Whitworth, 89, of Taylortown, passed away Thursday, October 15, 2026. Services are scheduled for 11:00 a.m. Monday, Oct. 19th at Bright-Holland Funeral Home with Rev. Doug ...

Trudy Kay Thornton passed away on October 14, 2026, at the age of 78. Trudy lived in Antlers, Oklahoma and is on her journey to be reunited with her Mother and Father (Gynthe and Cleon Barhite) and ...

Michael David Sherwood, 74, of Sumner, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026, at Wilbarger General Hospital in Vernon, Texas. A celebration of life is scheduled for 4:00 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30th at Brigh...

Charles Ray “Charlie” Smith, 94, passed away peacefully on October 11, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories, laughter, love, and a legacy that will live on through the many lives he t...

Larry Alan Reffitt passed on October 12, 2026, at the age of 79, and was a resident of Blossom, Texas.

In Loving Memory of David Salvador Martinez August 18, 1952 – October 11, 2026 It is with heavy hearts and profound love that we announce the passing of our beloved David Salvador Martinez,...

In Loving Memory of Janet Butler Pasley August 21, 1946 – October 10, 2026 Janet Butler Pasley, age 80, passed away on October 10, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of memories, laughter, love, and sto...

Danny Wayne Ball passed on October 9, 2026, at the age of 77. Born on October 19, 1948, Danny resided in Paris, Texas.

Annie Leora Minor was born on September 25, 1953, in Chicota, Texas, to Cleamon and Ora Lee Henderson. She was the ninth of 21 children and the first child born to the union of Cleamon and Ora Lee. A...

Harold Thomas Smith Jr. passed on October 3, 2026, at the age of 79, and was a resident of Paris, Texas. A Celebration of Life will be held at First Christian Church, 780 NE 20th Street, Paris, Tex...

Donald Talmon Preyer passed on October 3, 2026, at the age of 46; born June 29, 1980, Donald was a resident of Sumner, Texas.

In Loving Memory Melvin Clayton Hornbuckle June 7, 1955 – September 29, 2026 Melvin Clayton Hornbuckle, lovingly known as Clayton, was born on June 7, 1955, in Bartlesville, Oklahoma to Melvin and...

Our beautiful momma, Nona “Beth” Andrews Bell, went to stand beside her Lord and Savior on the morning of September 29, 2026. To know Beth was to love her and the light she shone in every room and ga...

Betty Jo Martin, 92, of Paris, passed away Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026, at Heritage House of Paris. Services are scheduled for 12:00 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3rd at Bright-Holland Funeral Home with burial foll...

Jerry Joe Fleming passed away unexpectedly on Saturday morning, September 26, 2026. He was 28,359 days old, or 77 years—for those who count in years. Jerry was born on February 3rd, 1949, in Key We...

Rev. James E. Barnes, 96, of Paris, passed away Friday, Sept. 25, 2026, at his home. Services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29th at Bright-Holland Funeral Home with Dr. Tommy Turner & Re...

William Kenny “Ken” Haynes, 82, of Paris, passed away Monday, Sept. 21, 2026. Bright-Holland Funeral Home has scheduled services, with military honors, for 2:00 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25th at the Evergre...

Shonda Lynn Anderson was born Sept. 8, 1974, and went home Sept. 15, 2026. She was the beloved daughter of Kathy and the late Danny Anderson. Shonda attended Prairiland School all her school years. S...

Bernice June McGee Shamblin, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 12, 2026, at the age of 99. Bern...

John Robert Dibble of Deport passed on September 10, 2026, at the age of 62. John, the son of William H. Dibble & June Maryann Archer Dibble, was born April 1, 1964, in Rome, New York. John worked man...

Winnie Voncile Sellers Edwards, of Paris, Texas, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2026, at Paris Regional Health. Born February 18, 1949, in Polk County, Florida, to GJ Sellers and Katie Carri...

Dr. L C Stout, 89, of Paris, passed away Sunday, Sept. 6, 2026, at The Plaza. Services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10th at Bright-Holland Funeral Home with Rev. Karl Bush officiating....

Michael Lewis Hill June 30, 1958 – September 5, 2026 Michael Lewis Hill, beloved father, grandfather, husband, son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on September 5, 2026, at the age of 68. M...

Catherine “Cathy” Sue Sprueill of Blossom, Texas, passed away at her home on September 4, shortly after being diagnosed with bladder cancer. She was 77 years old. Throughout her life, Cathy was a dev...

Leon Thomas “Tommy” Parker Jr., 85, of Reno, passed away Monday, Aug. 31, 2026, at his home. Services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m. Friday, Sept. 4th at Bright-Holland Funeral Home with Dr. Danny Moody...

Johnnie Dale Housley passed on August 30, 2026, at the age of 87. She was born to Joe and Lela Basham on July 23, 1939, in Lamar County, Texas, and spent time living in California, Colorado, and Geo...

Lacrecia Nadine (Scott) Risinger Lacrecia Risinger peacefully entered heaven Saturday, August 29, 2026. She was born on August 15, 1942, in Paris, Texas. She attended Paris schools graduating in 196...

River Jones was a beloved husband, precious son, caring brother, faithful friend, and devoted Christian whose kindness, loyalty, and adventurous spirit touched everyone who knew him. River lived life...

LaVerne (Newman) Briggle passed away on August 25, 2026, at the age of 95. Born on April 9, 1931, in Mount Pleasant, Texas, LaVerne lived in Powderly, Texas. A Private Graveside Service will be hel...

Burrell Dean Jones passed on August 24, 2026, at the age of 82. She was a resident of Powderly, Texas. Bright-Holland Funeral Home made burial at Long Cemetery on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026.

Carolyn Ann (Powers) Miller Carolyn Ann (Powers) Miller, 81, of Paris, Texas, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away Monday, August 24, 2026, in Paris, Texas. Carolyn...

Herbert Dankowski passed on August 23, 2026, at the age of 88. He was born March 11, 1938, in Germany. He married Dorotha Ann Akard, and she survives him. Herbert was a friend to everybody.

Carolyn Sue Wortham, 87, of Brownwood, formerly of Lamar County, passed away Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026, at Hendrick Medical Center in Brownwood, TX. Memorial services are scheduled for 4:00 p.m. Monday...

Corey Clark Gibson, 53, of Paris, Texas, passed away Thursday, August 20th, 2026, at his home. Corey was born December 13, 1972, in Paris. He attended Paris High School, graduating with the Class of ...

Roger Dale Edwards, 70, of Paris, Texas, began his journey home on August 20, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of love, laughter, friendship, and memories that will be cherished forever. Roger was a ...

Amy Robertson With her sisters, “Sassy” and “Jones” lovingly by her side, Amy Danielle Robertson also known as Ms. Amy or “Honey” departed this life and gained a new healthy heavenly body on Monday,...

Jimmie Sue (Craig) Baker, was born July 22, 1934, in El Campo Texas, to James Leslie Craig and Francis Gertrude (Winfield) Craig. She joined the Lord Jesus Christ on August 15, 2026, in Paris Texas w...

Leslie Franklin Hinson, 66, of Pattonville, passed away Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026, at his home. Memorial services are scheduled for 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 18th at Bright-Holland Funeral Home with Re...

Mary Ruth (Kincaid) Preston passed on August 14, 2026, at the age of 93. Mary Ruth was a resident of Emory, Texas. A Cemetery Service will be held at Evergreen Cemetery Chapel, Evergreen Cemetery, ...

Lawrence Lain Dale Jr. passed away on August 11, 2026, at the age of 89. Lawrence was a resident of Blossom, Texas.

Ronnie Lee Preston, 74, of Paris, passed away Monday, Aug. 10, 2026, at his home. Services are scheduled for 10:00 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 15th at Bright-Holland Funeral Home with Pastor Brad Miller & Dr...

James Rolland “Jimmy” “JJ” Spargur III, 52, of Paris, passed away Monday, Aug. 10, 2026, at Heritage House of Paris. He was born in Cambridge, MA, March 25, 1974, to James and Ruth Spargur. At 9 mont...

Ron Brothers, 74, of Reno, TX passed away Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026, at his home. He was born August 16, 1951, in the old Paris Sanitarium in Paris on Bonham Street, the son of Artie Mae LaRue and Thomas...

Susan Denise (Webb) Weiberg, 67, of Blossom, passed away Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026, at her home. A Gathering of Family & Friends is scheduled between 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 9th at Bright-H...