Pafford Funeral Home

Pafford Funeral Home Funeral Services and Cremation

04/10/2026

Grandchildren: the joy that makes life complete.

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Sheila Ann Herndon, age 69, passed away peacefully at her home in Scotts Hill, Tennessee, on April 9, 2026.Sheila was bo...
04/10/2026

Sheila Ann Herndon, age 69, passed away peacefully at her home in Scotts Hill, Tennessee, on April 9, 2026.
Sheila was born on December 14, 1956, in Parsons, Tennessee, to the late Roger and Rachel Cotham Hayes.
Sheila was known for her friendly spirit and warm smile. She never met a stranger and...

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Mrs. Nancy Ella Creasy Greenway was born September 5, 1943 in Lexington, TN to the late C. B. and Velma Wille Stout Goff...
04/09/2026

Mrs. Nancy Ella Creasy Greenway was born September 5, 1943 in Lexington, TN to the late C. B. and Velma Wille Stout Goff Creasy, known to all as simply “Granny”.
Granny was a hard worker and involved in everything from The Business and Professional Women (BPW), Altruistic Club, and the American...

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Mr. Shannon Lee Mims passed away on April 8, 2026. He was born September 12, 1967, in Lake Village, Arkansas, to the lat...
04/09/2026

Mr. Shannon Lee Mims passed away on April 8, 2026. He was born September 12, 1967, in Lake Village, Arkansas, to the late Woodrow and Linda Mims. He spent most of his life in Darden, Tennessee, where he worked as a carpenter and was known as a true “jack of all trades,” able to fix just about...

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Easter reminds us that death is not the end of the story. The promise of resurrection speaks to hope, renewal, and etern...
04/05/2026

Easter reminds us that death is not the end of the story. The promise of resurrection speaks to hope, renewal, and eternal life. For families who are grieving, this message can feel especially personal.

What does the promise of resurrection mean to you this year? Share a word of hope in the comments or tag someone who could use encouragement today.

Burial Superstitions: Fact or Fiction?Some say you should never leave a grave open overnight.Others believe placing a co...
04/04/2026

Burial Superstitions: Fact or Fiction?

Some say you should never leave a grave open overnight.
Others believe placing a coin on a loved one’s grave brings peace in the afterlife.

Across cultures and generations, burial traditions carry powerful meaning, some comforting, some mysterious.

Have you heard any of these before?
Drop a 👍 if you believe in superstitions, or a 🤔 if you think they’re just myths!

We believe planning should feel simple and transparent, not overwhelming.That’s why we take the time to walk you through...
04/03/2026

We believe planning should feel simple and transparent, not overwhelming.

That’s why we take the time to walk you through every step, answer every question, and make sure you feel confident in your choices.

Whether you’re ready to begin today or months from now, we’re here whenever you need us. Message us when you're ready.

Mr. Junior Ray Barker, age 84, passed away on April 1, 2026. He was born on July 4, 1941, in Reagan, Tennessee, to the l...
04/01/2026

Mr. Junior Ray Barker, age 84, passed away on April 1, 2026. He was born on July 4, 1941, in Reagan, Tennessee, to the late Opal and Delphia Singleton Barker.
Mr. Barker was a graduate of Sardis High School, where he enjoyed playing baseball. A machinist by trade, he worked at Harding Machine for...

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Every sibling grieves differently. Sometimes that leads to misunderstandings or arguments. Taking a moment to remember y...
03/30/2026

Every sibling grieves differently. Sometimes that leads to misunderstandings or arguments. Taking a moment to remember your parent’s love can help shift focus from conflict to connection.

We’re here to help families cherish a life while supporting relationships.

Ms. Carol “Jane” Evans, age 86, of Lexington, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2026, in her hometown.She w...
03/30/2026

Ms. Carol “Jane” Evans, age 86, of Lexington, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2026, in her hometown.
She was born on October 9, 1939, in Lexington, Tennessee, to the late Felix Earl Jones and Willie Martin Jones. Jane lived a full and vibrant life rooted in family, adventure, and...

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In memory of our loved ones who can’t be here with us today, we’d like to take a moment to remember them with our prayer...
03/28/2026

In memory of our loved ones who can’t be here with us today, we’d like to take a moment to remember them with our prayers.

Drop a 🙏 below if you joined our prayer today.

Honor your loved ones who fought bravely to serve our country with a military funeral service provided in our wonderful ...
03/24/2026

Honor your loved ones who fought bravely to serve our country with a military funeral service provided in our wonderful facilities. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask us in the comments.

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Lexington, TN
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About Us

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.