Mary Jean Applebury passed away on April 23, 2026, in Collierville, Tennessee, at the age of 95.
She was born on November 27, 1930, in Lexington, Tennessee, to the late A.J. and Mae Roberts Webb. She grew up in Wildersville and graduated from Lexington High School. In the early 1950s, she moved...
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04/23/2026
Brenda Gail Pratt, age 73, of Lexington, passed away on April 20, 2026.
She was born on November 19, 1952, in Louisiana to the late Billy and Norma Lindsey Jones. Brenda was a former employee of AutoZone, where she was known as a dedicated and hardworking individual.
Brenda was independent,...
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04/22/2026
Ethan “Tuff” Bedwell, age 18, passed away on April 19, 2026. He was born on April 9, 2008, in Jackson to Shannon and Priscilla Bedwell.
Ethan, lovingly known as “Tuff” by his family and friends, would have been a member of the Scotts Hill High School Class of 2026. He was known for his random...
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04/22/2026
Today, we celebrate the hardworking, dedicated professionals who keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes. Your efforts make a difference every day, and we are truly grateful!
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04/19/2026
You plan your grocery trips. Why not plan something even more important?
Pre-planning your funeral ensures your wishes are honored and eases the burden on loved ones. Our caring team makes it simple.
04/17/2026
Before decisions turn into disagreements, take a breath and send us a message.
Arguments between siblings often happen when emotions are high. Pausing, listening, and speaking with empathy can help honor both your parent’s memory and each other.
We’re here to guide families through planning and discussion with respect and patience.
04/16/2026
We were honored to be named the Reader’s Choice Award winner for Best Funeral Home in our area, and it’s all because of you!
As a fourth-generation, family-owned business, Robert Helms accepted this award on behalf of our entire Pafford team and the community we are so privileged to serve.
Your trust and support mean more to us than words can fully express. Thank you for allowing us to walk alongside your families. We are truly grateful.🤍
04/16/2026
On April 15, 2026, Herbert Edward Hayes of Sardis passed away at the age of 94. Herbert was born on October 20, 1931 in Rock Hill, TN to Ollie and Betty Hayes. On December 26, 1950, he married Margaret O’Nell Grissom, and together they raised five children.
A consummate farmer, Herbert began...
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04/15/2026
Evelyn “Lavern” Eason, age 96, passed away on April 15, 2026, in Lexington, Tennessee.
She was born on June 14, 1929, in Henderson County to the late Benjamin F. Thomas and Bennie Mae Williams Thomas. As the oldest of five siblings, Lavern learned the value of hard work early in life, helping her...
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04/12/2026
Mr. Johnny A. Blankenship, age 88, of Savannah, Tennessee, passed away on April 11, 2026.
He was born on February 7, 1938, in Henderson County, Tennessee, to the late John Homer Blankenship and Minnie Estelle Grissom Blankenship. Mr. Blankenship was a retired farmer and construction worker and...
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04/12/2026
They celebrated every milestone.
They told your stories with pride.
They loved your children like their own heart walking around outside their body.
And who says they've stopped?
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04/10/2026
Grandchildren: the joy that makes life complete.
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What began back in 1883 with D. D. Pafford operating a local hardware store with "undertaking services" turned into a full time funeral home when his son, Royal R. Pafford guided the business into the 20th century.
After Royal Pafford's early death in 1950, his daughter, Eva Louise Pafford, continued the family business. Being a woman in the business traditionally run by men, the now Eva Pafford Helms devoted her entire life and steered the family business into a community icon.
Mrs. Helms died in 1989, and Pafford Funeral Home continued with the fourth generation owner, her son, Robert Pafford Helms. With tradition as its foundation, the family business that began simply in 1883 as a hardware store is now a leader in the community and state within its profession.
As a family business that faces its third century, it continues to serve the citizens of Lexington and Henderson County in unparalleled service and professionalism and is the county's oldest family owned and operated business.
Expanding to give families the quality service they deserve throughout all aspects of the funeral service, we also own Henderson County Memory Gardens. Our goal is to provide the highest quality funeral service to families with care and dignity to the deceased as has been our tradition for over 120 years.