Jerrell Wayne Barham

Jerrell (J.W.) Barham, 41, of Paris, Texas, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2025.

He was born on March 18, 1984, in Paris, Texas to Jimmy and LaFawn Barham. He graduated from Paris High School, where he played multiple sports and later attended courses at Paris Junior College. He was a skilled electrician, known for his steady hands, sharp mind, and tireless commitment to doing things the right way.

J.W. enjoyed being outdoors, spending time with his family and was a proud twin dad. He will be remembered for his infectious laugh, playful sense of humor and never meeting a stranger.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jerrell and Scooter Barham and Larry and Edith Woodall.

He is survived by his wife of 13 years, Christi Barham and their two children; his parents; sisters. Reagan Barham (Eric) and Courtney Wiles (Billy); along with nephews and nieces; uncles and aunts; cousins; In-laws, Joe and Cecilia Timberlake of Uvalde, Texas; and a plethora of friends.

Friends and family are invited to a memorial service to celebrate his life at Fry-Gibbs Funeral Home on Friday, October 10, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. The family will receive friends an hour prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to:

Paris Optimist Baseball Club @ PO BOX 1101 Paris, Texas 75461-1011 or to a charity of one's choice.