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1935 Cecil 2020

Cecil Melvin Paris

January 27, 1935 — August 20, 2020

Smithland

Cecil Paris, 85, of Smithland passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2020 at his residence.

Cecil was a retired operator from Local 181, a U.S. Veteran, and formerly worked for Smith Funeral Chapel as a funeral assistant. He was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church. He enjoyed being outdoors, coon hunting, gardening, fishing, and spending time with his family.

Surviving is his son, Greg Paris of Smithland; two sisters, Lavenia Parish of Ledbetter and Frankie Champion of Smithland; and several nephews and nieces.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Paris; seven brothers, Jewell Paris, Loyd Paris, Henry Paris, Richard Paris, Chester Paris, Johnny Paris, Horace Paris; and one sister, Cora Dupriest. His parents were Ollie and Maude Paris.

Funeral services will be at 3:00pm on Wednesday, August 26, 2020 at Smith Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Brian Hodge officiating. Burial will follow at Iuka Cemetery.

Friends may visit the family from 1:00pm to service hour on Wednesday at the funeral home.

Online condolences may be left at www.smithfc.com

Smith Funeral Chapel of Smithland is in charge of arrangements.

To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Cecil Melvin Paris, please visit our flower store.

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Wednesday, August 26, 2020

1:00 - 3:00 pm (Eastern time)

Smith Funeral Chapel (Smithland, KY)

319 East Adair Street, Smithland, KY 42081

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Funeral Service

Wednesday, August 26, 2020

Starts at 3:00 pm (Eastern time)

Smith Funeral Chapel (Smithland, KY)

319 East Adair Street, Smithland, KY 42081

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