Longtime Paris Resident Charlotte Francine Murray Passes Away at 71

Murray worked at local factories and was a member of the VFW.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 12:38pm

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An extremely abstracted, out-of-focus photograph of a small-town main street, with soft pools of warm light and color representing the nostalgic mood and fading history of the community.The passing of longtime Paris resident Charlotte Francine Murray marks the end of an era for the community's manufacturing history and veteran support.Paris Today

Charlotte Francine Murray, a 71-year-old resident of Paris, Texas, passed away on April 10, 2026 at her home surrounded by family. Murray worked at various local factories over the years, including Hollywood Vassarette and Paris Industries, before retiring from CEFCO. She was also a member of the VFW. Murray is survived by her son, granddaughter, great-grandchildren, and other family members.

Why it matters

Murray's passing marks the end of an era for a longtime Paris resident who dedicated much of her working life to local manufacturing jobs that have become less common in the region. Her involvement with the VFW also highlights the continued importance of veteran support organizations in the community.

The details

Murray worked at Hollywood Vassarette, Paris Industries, and CEFCO over the course of her career before retiring. She was a member of the VFW. Murray is survived by her son Jim Lester Jr., granddaughter Katie Pool, three great-grandchildren, and other family members.

  • Charlotte Francine Murray passed away on April 10, 2026.
  • Funeral services are scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
  • Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 from 6 - 8 p.m.

The players

Charlotte Francine Murray

A 71-year-old resident of Paris, Texas who worked at local factories and was a member of the VFW.

Jim Lester Jr.

Charlotte Francine Murray's son.

Katie Pool

Charlotte Francine Murray's granddaughter.

VFW

The Veterans of Foreign Wars, a nonprofit veterans service organization that Murray was a member of.

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The takeaway

Charlotte Francine Murray's life and work in Paris, Texas reflects the changing economic landscape of the region, as manufacturing jobs have become less common. Her involvement with the VFW also highlights the continued importance of veteran support organizations in the community.