of Paris, AR
July 15, 1975 - July 24, 2025
John Edward Gattis, 50, of Paris, Arkansas passed away on Thursday, July 24, 2025 in Paris. He was born on July 15, 1975 in Paris to his parents, Jimmy Gattis and Janice L. (Owens) Gattis.
John worked for many years as a CNA. He loved to go hunting and fishing, riding his four wheeler, mowing with his new lawnmower and most of all spending time with his family.
He is preceded in death by his son, Paxton Gattis; father, Jimmy Gattis; his brother, Daniel Lee Gattis and his grandmothers, Ruby Jewell Gattis and Emma Mickley.
He is survived by his wife of 6 years, Shandi (Varnell) Gattis of Paris; his son, Colton Gattis of Paris; his mother, Janice Gattis of Scranton; his step son, Larry Sanner of Hazen; his step daughter, Hailey Sanner of Paris; his sisters, Michelle Weems and husband, Terry of Hazen and Crystal Gattis of Scranton; his brothers, Brian Johnson and wife, Tonya of Subiaco, J.R. Summers of Dublin and Jason Gattis and wife, Sarah of Paris and numerous nieces and nephews.
A memorial graveside service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at Prairie View Cemetery under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris.
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21 Condolence(s)
Kelly Case
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
My condolences RIP John
Bobby B
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
John was a Good Man always helping others. Good Memories.Rest in Peace our friend
Dottie thomas
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
R.i.p. john. To shandi and janice and family i am sorry about john passing and god bless you all
Sabrina and David Bailey
Monday, July 28, 2025
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Johnny was so kind and will be missed by all.
Wilson Lowery
Monday, July 28, 2025
He was a good man
Ashley Hood
Sunday, July 27, 2025
Praying for all family and friends … I always loved running into John at the store he always had to say hello and ask how life was and always had a smile on his face no matter what he was going through he was such a sweet and caring man who always left a lasting impression on anyone who encountered him… Shandi and the kids will forever have the best Guardian Angel
Rachelle Phillips
Saturday, July 26, 2025
My condolences and prayers for the family
Lilly Perkins
Saturday, July 26, 2025
So many memories of long ago I can't fathom a world where you are not in it rest in peace my long time friend
You were a mark on my life
Even if it was long ago
I'm so sorry for your family
Rest easy
Sarah Gattis
Saturday, July 26, 2025
My dear brother in law, may you rest in heavenly peace and love. You will be missed dearly. Fly high.
Teresa Plummer
Saturday, July 26, 2025
John was a kind and warm-hearted person. He will be missed and always remembered.
Teresa Stovall Wisneski
Friday, July 25, 2025
Rest in peace John, 🙏 God be with his family, prayers for the family to have the strength to get through this difficult time. He will be missed greatly by many.
Margaret Todd
Friday, July 25, 2025
So sorry for your loss..the family is in our thoughts and prayers
Tara Hicks
Friday, July 25, 2025
I worked with John for many years as a CNA. My condolences to the family!!
Kaytlyn Butler
Friday, July 25, 2025
A true Superhero, we will love and miss you forever!
Melva Bishop
Friday, July 25, 2025
Seems like yesterday you kids were little. I teased your Mama often saying you were the Walton's. Your home was always full of love. I know you are free of pain and with your loved ones. Rest easy my cousin.
Jacqueline Yarbrough
Friday, July 25, 2025
Rip you will be missed, To the family so very sorry
Steve Landis
Friday, July 25, 2025
We had a lot of fun times together growing up together I will miss you my friend I'll miss running into you in Walmart or the grocery store and blocking aisles just talk and catch up on life you were and always will be my friend lots of love brother
Lisa Shelby
Friday, July 25, 2025
Prayers for the family. Always love you John, Rest in Peace …Love Aunt Lisa
Jason Gattis
Friday, July 25, 2025
I will miss you we had some good times growing up till we meet again brother
Roger and Valerie Andrews
Friday, July 25, 2025
We are so sorry for your loss. Praying for God's comfort for you all
Michelle Weems
Friday, July 25, 2025
You will be missed Bubba..