Earl Ray Elkins

Earl Ray Elkins, 65, of Union City, formerly of Paris, passed away Tuesday, April 28, 2020, at The Waters of Union City.
He was born April 23, 1955, in Paris, the son of the late Bobby Ray and Dorthey Louise Raymer Elkins.
He was a former brick mason at Elkins Construction and lived in Paris until 2017, when he moved to Union City to be near family.
He is survived by two brothers, Terry Lee Elkins and Allen Elkins, both of Union City.
He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Jeffery Lynn Elkins and James Melvin Elkins; and a sister-in-law, Teresa Marie Overby Elkins.
He served in the National Guard and was an avid lover of all things related to The Beatles, mushroom-swiss burgers and banana milkshakes.
His hobbies included computer and electronics repair and cooking. He was known for his lasagna. His favorite quote was, “Don’t worry, be happy.”
There will be no services held, per his request. Donations in his honor may be made to colon cancer research, any other cancer research foundation or to the charity of the donor’s choice.
McEvoy Funeral Home, Inc. is in charge of arrangements.

Published 4.30.20