A Life of Family, Faith and Service
Charles Ray Carson, 91, of Paris, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at his residence on Thursday, October 1, 2026, leaving behind a legacy built around family, faith, work and community.
Charles Ray Carson Has Died
Charles Ray Carson, age 91, of Paris, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at his residence.
Charles was born on December 31, 1934, in Pocahontas, Arkansas, to the late Grover Clinton Carson and Myrtle T. Jones Carson.
He married Barbara Jean Coleman on November 25, 1953. His wife preceded him in death on September 1, 2020.
For more than three decades, Charles owned and operated Carson’s Body Shop, establishing a long career through his work and service to the community.
Remembering Charles Ray Carson
Charles was described as a devoted husband, father and grandfather whose life was strongly connected to his family and faith.
He was an active member of United Pentecostal Church (Tower of Praise) and considered his church family to be his own family.
During his younger years, Charles enjoyed fishing, camping and tending to his garden. His interests reflected his appreciation for the outdoors and simple activities shared with family and loved ones.
Family and Loved Ones
Charles is survived by his four children:
Donnie (Linda) Carson of Paris, Tennessee
Dennis (Denelle) Carson of Kenosha, Wisconsin
Ronnie (Diane) Carson of Tucson, Arizona
Theresa (Rob) Toomey of Norman, Oklahoma
He is also survived by his daughter-in-law, Donna Carson of Paris, Tennessee, and sisters-in-law Pat Carson of Bloomfield, Missouri, and Judy Carson of Pocahontas, Arkansas.
He leaves behind numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Charles was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara; his parents; his son Dickie Carson; and his four brothers, Truman Carson, James Carson, Frank Carson and Ernie Carson.
Personal Details
Detail Information
Full Name Charles Ray Carson
Age 91
Date of Birth December 31, 1934
Place of Birth Pocahontas, Arkansas
Date of Death October 1, 2026
Day of Death Thursday
Residence Paris, Tennessee
Place of Death His residence
Parents Grover Clinton Carson and Myrtle T. Jones Carson
Wife Barbara Jean Coleman Carson, deceased
Marriage Date November 25, 1953
Children Donnie, Dennis, Ronnie and Theresa
Occupation Owner of Carson’s Body Shop
Business Career More than 30 years
Church United Pentecostal Church (Tower of Praise)
Interests Fishing, camping and gardening
Incident/Death Details
Detail Information
Name Charles Ray Carson
Age 91
Date of Death October 1, 2026
Location Paris, Tennessee
Place of Death Residence
Cause of Death Not available
Circumstances Passed away at his residence
Funeral Home Ridgeway Funeral Home
Funeral Home Address 201 Dunlap St., Paris, TN 38242
Visitation October 7, 2026, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Funeral Service October 7, 2026, at 1:00 p.m.
Funeral Location Ridgeway Funeral Home
Burial VanDyke Grove Cemetery
Burial Location Paris, Tennessee
Cause of Death
The published obituary confirms that Charles Ray Carson died at his residence on October 1, 2026, but it does not provide a specific cause of death. No cause has therefore been assumed or inferred.
Funeral, Visitation and Burial Arrangements
Ridgeway Funeral Home, located at 201 Dunlap Street, Paris, Tennessee 38242, is handling the arrangements.
Visitation is scheduled for Wednesday, October 7, 2026, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Ridgeway Funeral Home.
The funeral service will follow at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, October 7, at the funeral home.
Following the service, Charles will be laid to rest at VanDyke Grove Cemetery in Paris, Tennessee. The official funeral home listing confirms the visitation, funeral service and burial arrangements.
A Lasting Legacy
Charles Ray Carson lived 91 years and devoted much of his life to his family, his faith and his work.
Through more than 30 years as the owner of Carson’s Body Shop, his name became connected with a long-standing career in the Paris community. Beyond his professional life, he was remembered as a devoted family man and an active member of his church.
His love of fishing, camping and gardening, along with the relationships he built with his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and church family, will remain part of the memories shared by those who knew him.
Obituary and Memorial Information
The official obituary for Charles Ray Carson was published through Ridgeway Funeral Home, which is handling his arrangements. The funeral home confirms that he died October 1, 2026, at his residence in Paris, Tennessee, at age 91.
Family, friends and members of his church community are expected to gather during visitation and funeral services to remember Charles and honor his life.
Disclaimer
This article is based on the published obituary information for Charles Ray Carson, 91, of Paris, Tennessee, and information provided by Ridgeway Funeral Home.
The published obituary confirms his date and place of death, family information, professional background, church involvement and funeral arrangements. His specific cause of death was not disclosed and is therefore listed as Not available rather than assumed or inferred.
