Richard Allen Paton Obituary
The family of Richard Allen Paton of Cowan, Tennessee announces his passing on September 17, 2026. Richard, born on May 30, 1947, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Richard Allen Paton or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Richard for his warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While he will be deeply missed, the influence he had on the lives around him remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Richard’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences he brought to the world.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: wife: Ella Louise Paton; daughters: Mary Elizabeth Paton Teyen (John Allen Moseley) and Joy Dawn Smith; sons: Gary Dale Paton, Richard Allen Paton, Jr., and Philip Paton; parents: Alex Paton and Mary (Dow) Paton; siblings: David Allen Paton, Sr., Ronald Lee Wilson, and Ruth Ann (Lloyd) Wagner; grandchildren: Hevean Elizabeth Alexander, Angel Dawn Alexander, Savannah Sue Halo Ray Paton Teyen, Richard Adrain Paton, Jason Allen Paton, and Hannah Nichole Jayene Paton; great-grandchildren: Stevie Liam David Paton, Caylin Loos, Kali Alexander, Kenzie Whisenant, Braylon Whisenant, Astrid Loos, Mattyx Loos, and Noah Paton; nieces and nephews: Peanut, David Allen Paton, Jr., Barbara Paton, Ben Wilson, Ronni Kay Wilson, Josh Wilson, Wesley Proffer, and Marylyn Short; great-nieces and great-nephews: Vivian Short and Kevin Short; and many other great-nieces, great-nephews and a host of friends.
Visitation was held on Friday, October 9th 2026 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Watson Funeral Home (405 Sharp Springs Rd, Winchester, TN 37398). A memorial service was held on Friday, October 9th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Roy B. Watson Chapel of Watson Funeral Home (405 Sharp Springs Rd, Winchester, TN 37398).
