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BRANDON – James “Jim” Edward Kimmons, 86, of Brandon, Mississippi, returned to his heavenly home on June 25, 2021. Born January 4, 1935, in Paris, Tennes- see, he was the son of the late Harris and Elizabeth Kimmons and brother of the late Dorothy Boulton. Dr. Kimmons was a member of the E.W. Grove Class 1953.

Jim is survived by his wife Gency Kimmons; son Kirk Kimmons, daugh- ter Kendra Kimmons-English; son Kyle Kimmons; grandchildren Geoffrey Watson and Brenna Kim- mons; Campbell and Hayden English; and Shelton, Grace and Emie Kimmons. Jim was a man of strong faith, loving husband, father, grandfather and friend to so many.

He proudly served in the Marine Corps as a naval aviator and 1st Lieutenant before attending University of Tennessee Dental School. His oldest son followed in his footsteps, serving for more than 20 years in the Marine Corps.

Jim was a respected orthodontist who gave the gift of beautiful smiles to thousands of clients in Mississippi over his 56 years of practice. This included his work and volunteerism with the cleft palate treatment community.

Jim was also an avid sports fan but especially loved SEC football. Since settling in Jackson, Mis- sissippi in 1966, he faithfully supported the Ole Miss Rebels but also had a soft spot for the Tennes- see Volunteers, his alma matter. With Mississippi State and LSU graduates in the family there was always a good-natured rivalry and spirited debate around the table at holidays.

His zest for life was evident whether he was serving his country, playing tennis, riding his Har- ley motorcycle or cheering on his favorite teams. His Christian values shone through in all that he did, especially in the way he cared for others – his family, clients, colleagues and friends. He will be missed by so many.

You are invited to share your favorite memories, photos and stories about Jim on sebrellfuneral- home.com, which provided text for this obituary.

The family would like to express their sincere thanks to the care provided by Comfort Keepers, Amedisys Home Health, G.V. (Sonny) Mont- gomery VA Medical Center and Select Specialty Hospital.

Elizabeth Brooks Hamlin, age 88 of Henry, TN, died Monday, June 14, 2021.

She attended Springville, Atkins-Porter, and Grove schools in Henry County, graduating from Grove in 1949.  Elizabeth began working at Commercial Bank before marriage, and later as a civilian, she worked for the USAF for 25 years.  She retired in 1988 from the Blytheville Air Force Base in Arkansas as the base suggestion program manager and moved back to Henry County in 1991.  Upon retirement, she spent numerous hours researching the Hamlin genealogy and put together a book that covers several generations.  It was said of Elizabeth that she expressed herself best in ink, as she was a prolific writer and the author of numerous poems.  She was a member of Mansfield Baptist Church.  She was also a member of the BAFB Toastmaster’s Club, the Henry Bunn’s Club and served as County Vice President of FCE County Council.  She was active in family, community, and education clubs.  Elizabeth loved gospel music and dreamed of having musical talent, although, if you sat by her in church, you knew she did.  She filled her home with music, love, games, and a lot of laughter.

Elizabeth was born August 31, 1932, in Henry County, TN, to the late Hiram Cecil Brooks and the late Allene Kilpatrick Brooks.

She was married August 22, 1953, to Joel W. Hamlin, who preceded her in death on March 1, 2012.

She is survived by three daughters, Pamela Lorene Smith of Traverse City, MI, Paula Jo (Mark) Payne of Blytheville, AR, and Priscilla Brooke Bullard of Fairview, TN; one daughter-in-law, Toni Hamlin of Kingston Springs, TN; nine grandchildren, Dallas (Crystal) Hamlin, Dalton (Hannah Slayton) Hamlin, Autumn (Adam) Sleder, Paul Smith, Sossity (Brian Batchelor) Smith, Erin (David) McDaniel, Londyn Payne, Brad (Robin) Bullard, and Ryan Bullard; and 11 great grandchildren.

In addition to her parents and first husband, she was also preceded in death by one son, Patrick Wayne Hamlin; one son-in-law, Ronnie Moody; two sisters, Helen Brooks Todd, and Louane Brooks Smith; and her second husband, Raymond L. Wetherington.

Arrangements are being handled by Ridgeway Funeral Home, 201 Dunlap St/PO Box 788, Paris, TN 38242.  Visitation will be Monday, June 21, 2021, from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm at Ridgeway Funeral Home, with the funeral service to begin at 1:00 pm at Ridgeway Funeral Home with Paul Scott officiating.

Her grandsons will serve as pallbearers.

Burial will be in Bethlehem Cemetery in Henry, TN.

Obituary courtesy of Ridgeway Funeral Home.

Rosemary Parkhill King, age 87 of Paris, died Saturday, June 12, 2021, in Paris.

First and foremost, Rosemary loved her Lord, and was dedicated to treating all people with kindness and respect. She enjoyed working at the Mitchum Company and Holley Carburetor before retiring from Eastwood Clinic. She was a member of First Baptist Church, where she sang in the choir and belonged to the LLL group. Enjoying her time with her family and friends, specifically her grandchildren were especially important to her. Rosemary also enjoyed writing poetry.

Born January 24, 1934, in Paris, she was the daughter of the late Rufe Leonard “Sonny” Parkhill, Jr., and the late Lucy Rose Bomar Parkhill.

She was married September 26, 1986, to Charles Gilbert “Chick” King, who preceded her in death July 9, 2012.

Survivors include: her daughter, Teresa (Rickey) Matheny of Paris, two grandchildren, Melissa (Ray) Taylor III, and Julie (Colter) Sherrod, both of Paris; four great grandchildren, Gage Sherrod, Emsley Sherrod, Merrick Taylor, and Izabella Taylor.

Additional survivors include two stepsons, Charles Richard “Dickie” King of Paris, and Jim (Jeanne) King of Tennessee; two step grandchildren, Amy King Cagle, and Kristy King Bugg, along with four step great grandchildren, Avery Cagle, Ellie Cagle, Maddox Bugg, and Oliver Bugg.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by a son and daughter in law, Tony (Angie) Horn; two brothers, Jimmy Parkhill, and Roland Parkhill; and two granddaughters, Leslie Horn, and Jenny Horn.

Ridgeway Funeral Home 201 Dunlap St./ P.O. Box 788, Paris, TN 38242 will be handling the arrangements. Visitation will be Wednesday, June 16, 2021, from 11 am until 1 pm. Her funeral service will be Wednesday, June 16, 2021, at 1 pm at Ridgeway Funeral Home, with Rev. Trent Bullock officiating.

Pallbearers for the service are Gage Sherrod, Colter Sherrod, Ray Taylor III, David Parkhill, Bryan Parkhill, And Evan Parkhill.

Burial will follow the service in Palestine Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Palestine Cemetery Fund c/o Betty Carter 3245 Gate 3 Rd., Paris, TN 38242.

Rachel Carolyn McNutt age 71 of Paris, died Friday, May 28, 2021, at her home surrounded by her family.

Carolyn formerly co-owned and operated A Visible Change, where she spent many years as a hairdresser. She enjoyed bowling and spending time with friends and loving her Lord and family. She was a member of Eastwood Church of Christ.

Born June 25, 1949, in Paris, she was the daughter of the late Hilton Wade Lee and Rachel June Redmon Paschall, who survives of Puryear. Carolyn was a member of the Grove High School Class of 1967.

She was married to Tommy McNutt June 22, 1967, who preceded her in death March 7, 2009.

In addition to her mother, Carolyn is survived by her daughters, Rebecca “Becky” (Jason) Coffield, and Michelle (Nate) Pierce both of Paris; a sister, Nadean  Lee of Gallatin; 4 brothers, Jewell (Francis) Lee of Louisiana, David (Peggy) Lee of Waverly, James Lee, and William Lee both of Gallatin; 7 grandchildren: Jordan (Haley) Flood, Jacob (Courtney) Pierce, Jaryn (Weston) Brogdon, Cade Pierce, Zeb Pierce, Alex Coffield, and Katie Coffield; 3 great grandchildren: Carson Pierce, Maddox Brogdon, and Whit Flood; bonus daughter, Andrea Wade, and Carolyn’s special friend, Andy B. Hooper.

Additional family members surviving are sisters-in-law: Peggy (Reed) Shepherd and Sandra (Crockett) Mathis, along with several nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.

Along with her husband and father, Carolyn was also preceded in death by a grandchild, Anna Grace Pierce, and a brother, Walter Lee.

Ridgeway Funeral Home 201 Dunlap St./ PO Box 788, Paris, TN, 38242, will be handling the arrangements. Memorial visitation will be held Thursday, June 3, 2021, at Ridgeway Funeral Home from 4-7 pm.  Her memorial service will be held Thursday, June 3, 2021, at 7 pm with Roger Banks officiating.

Her cremated remains will be buried next to her husband Tommy in Hillcrest Memorial Park at a later date.

Memorials may be made to the Ronald McDonald House 2144 Fairfax Avenue, Nashville, TN 37212 or at https://rmhcnashville.com.

Based on obituary posted by Ridgeway Funeral Home, Paris, Tennessee.

Pamela Diggs “Pam” Hamilton, age 77 of Buchanan, TN, died Monday, May 24, 2021, at her residence.

Pam was an artist who loved hand painting Christmas balls. She was an active member of Sulphur Well Church of Christ where she was also a member of the Sewing Ladies, and Prime timers.  She adored her grandchildren, was an avid reader, and loved taking care of her dogs and every creature that appeared at the house.

She was born July 20, 1943, in Paris, TN, to the late George Diggs and the late Dorothy Mizzell Diggs. She attended E. W. Grove High School and graduated in the class of 1961.

She married on January 13, 1962, to James D. “Jim” Hamilton, who preceded her in death on May 19, 2016.

Pam is survived by one daughter, Tina (Walter) Proctor of Murray, KY; two sons, Bill Hamilton and special friend Anita Woods of Paris, TN, and Matt (Andrea) Hamilton of Atlanta, GA; two sisters, Phyllis (Thomas) Lemonds of Paris, TN, and Rita (Bobby Flowers) Crowe of Paris, TN; one brother, Ernie (Janis) Diggs of Paris, TN; six grandchildren, Logan Proctor, Payton Proctor, Nikki (Cody) Sanders, Alex Hamilton and Fiance Stevee Pierce, JD Hamilton, and Nell-Lea Hamilton; and eight great grandchildren.

Arrangements are being handled by Ridgeway Funeral Home, 201 Dunlap St/PO Box 788, Paris, TN 38242.  Visitation will be Wednesday, May 26, 2021, from 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm at Ridgeway Funeral Home, and continue Thursday, May 27, 2021, from 9:00 am – 11:00 am at Sulphur Well Church of Christ. The funeral service will be Thursday, May 27, 2021, at 11:00 am at Sulphur Well Church of Christ, with Randy Stephens and Bob Palmer officiating.

Serving as pallbearers will be Thomas Lemonds, Cody Sanders, Tommy Scarbrough, Dick Breedlove, Terry Wimberley, and Jason Wimberley. Honorary pallbearers will be Glenn Wimberley, and Larry Wimberley.

Burial will follow in Sulphur Well Church of Christ Cemetery in Springville, TN.

Memorials may be made to: Multiple Sclerosis Society, Nationalmsscociety.org, 214 Overlook Circle Ste. 153, Brentwood, TN 37027.

Obituary information obtained from Ridgeway Funeral Home, Paris, TN.

Bobbie Vaughn Fulcher passed away on April 16, 2021. Born May 24,1932, she was a member of the Grove Class of 1950. No obituary has yet been found, according to Find-A-Grave, she is buried in Forest Lawn Cemetery in Norfolk, VA.

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