Rachel “Inez” Paris, 92, of Springdale, went to be with her Lord on September 4, 2026 at the family home. She was born August 24, 1934, in Graham, TX., the daughter of Neal H. Vines and Bertie Mae “Rebecca” Vines.

After graduating from Graham High School she attended Southwestern Assemblies of God University (Nelson University) where she met the love of her life, Oren Paris. Together they spent their lives working for the Kingdom of God in evangelism, pastoring, and missions and as cofounders of Ecclesia College. While serving alongside her husband she cared for their four children in the home and helped mentor and disciple to countless students and missionaries that attended Ecclesia College. Mrs. Paris was known for her quiet grace, humility, and faithfulness. 

Inez was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Oren Coy Paris. She is survived by one son, Oren Paris III and his wife, Cari, of Springdale; three daughters, Twila Wright and her husband, Jack, Starla Novak and her husband, Mike, Angie Snyder and her husband, Paul, and nine grandchildren, all of Springdale.

“Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his faithful servants.” Psalm 116:15

Memorials may be made to the Oren and Inez Paris Memorial Scholarship Fund, which can be viewed at https://ecollege.givingfuel.com/ec-donate. A private family burial has been held.