He was a retired structural steel welder, a United States Marine Veteran and was of the Pentecostal faith. Other than his parents, he was also preceded in death by two brothers, Jimmy and Wayne Allen Paris.
Survivors include two daughters, Amanda Paris of Collins and Rebecca Paris Thorne and husband Daniel of Dermott; three sons, Patrick David Paris and Thomas Eric Paris both of Dermott and Anthony Wayne Paris of McGehee; three grandchildren, Matthew and Hailey Thorne and Athena Paris; two sisters, Martha Swayze and husband Charles and Ginger Standridge and husband Ronnie both of Collins; one brother, Billy Paris and wife Stacey of Russellville; his stepfather, Ronnie Lytle of Collins; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday, August 13, 2018 at Stephenson-Dearman Chapel with burial to follow in Rash Cemetery with Military Honors. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m., Sunday evening at the funeral home. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(7)
Martha Swyze
Dermott, AR Sunday, August 12, 2018 From cradle to the grave, best friends forever. I will miss him but know I'll see him when I get to heaven.Karen Paris
Lonoke, AR Sunday, August 12, 2018 I’m sorry for your loss, the family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Elmer will be missed by all.Delbert and Candy Sizemore
Dermott, AR Saturday, August 11, 2018 Always liked a Elmer. He was a good guy. Our prayers and sympathy.Amber camp
Monticello, AR Friday, August 10, 2018 Gone but never forgotten I'm going to miss you may you rest in peaceDennis Wells
Springdale, AR Friday, August 10, 2018 Paris family, sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.Dennis Wells
Kay McClain Worbington
Monticello, AR Friday, August 10, 2018 To Mr. Paris' family: You have my sympathy and prayers at this sad time. I am sorry for your great loss.Dusty and Heather Meier
Monticello, AR Thursday, August 9, 2018 So sorry for your loss Elmer (Fud) was a good person and will greatly be missed