Obituaries
Maude Bowen Sproles
Jun 13, 2025
Maude Bowen Sproles, 103, of Kingsport, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 13, 2025, just weeks after celebrating her 103rd birthday. Born on May 29, 1922, in Duffield, VA, Maude was the sixth of ten children born to the late Echol and Alice Bowen.
A gifted student, Maude graduated as valedictorian of Fairview High School at the age of 16. She...
Freddie Thomas Hamilton
Jun 12, 2025
Freddie “Hoobie” Thomas Hamilton, 96, of Kingsport went to be with the Lord on June 12, 2025. Born in Kingsport, he has lived in this area all of his life. “Hoobie” retired after many years of service from Eastman Kodak. He was an active member of Fordtown Baptist Church. “Hoobie” was mechanically inclined, who could fix just about anything. A...
Charlie "Chas" Dean
Jun 12, 2025
Charlie “Chas” Dean of Kingsport, passed away at his home on June 12, 2025. Born in Lee County, Virginia, he was the son of Albert and Abbie Coomer Dean and had resided in Southwest Virginia most of his life. Charlie worked hard for 40 years as a coal miner.
Mr. Dean was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, one...
Sandra Gail "Sandy" Woods
Jun 11, 2025
Sandra Gail “Sandy” Woods, 71, of Kingsport, went home to be with the Lord unexpectedly, Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at Holston Valley Medical Center. Born in Kingsport on July 18, 1953, a daughter of the late Elvin “Red” and Shirley Frye Coffey, she has resided in Kingsport her entire life. Sandy was a member of Depew’s Chapel Methodist Church and...
George W. Cradic
Jun 9, 2025
George W. Cradic, Jr., 87, of Kingsport, TN, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 9, 2025, in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his wife and daughters who loved and adored him.
Born on January 3, 1938, in Appalachia, VA, to Maurine Hill Cradic and George William Cradic, Sr., George's life was marked by dedication, love, and service.
George graduated from...
Eugenie "Jenny" Margarete DiPietro
Jun 9, 2025
Eugenie "Jenny" Margarete DiPietro, age 88 of Kingsport. TN passed away peacefully on Monday, June 9, 2025. She was surrounded by her son, Joe and his family.
Jenny was born an only child to Friedrich and Luise Rippel in Nuernberg, Germany on October 15, 1936. She met and married a U.S. Army soldier and became a "military" wife. She was an...
John Atlee Greene
Jun 8, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of John Atlee Greene's passing on June 8, 2025. John, a beloved figure in our community, was 78 years old and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Born on October 13, 1946, in Kingsport, TN, he spent his life making lasting memories with his family and friends.
John...
Harold W. Pierce
Jun 8, 2025
Harold Pierce, 90, lifelong resident of Kingsport, passed away, Sunday, June 8, 2025.
Entombment services will be conducted on Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at East Lawn Memorial Park, with family member Mark Fleenor officiating.
Joseph Warren Barringer
Jun 7, 2025
Joseph Warren Barringer, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and proud American, passed away peacefully on June 7th, 2025. Born on October 25th, 1936, at Fort Sanders Hospital in Knoxville, Tennessee, Joseph lived a life marked by love, service, and dedication to his family and country.
Joseph was the cherished husband of Delilah Barringer, his unwavering partner in life. He was the devoted...
Sandra Kay Sproles
Jun 7, 2025
Sandra Kay Sproles passed away June 7, 2025, with the love of her life, Bob “Bud” Fickle, by her side. Sandy was born and raised in Washington County, VA, a graduate of John Battle High School and Northeast State Community College. She worked as a legal administrator for various law firms and for Eastman Chemical Company. Sandy had a brilliant...
Loretta Elaine Coffman
Jun 6, 2025
Loretta Elaine Bishop Coffman, age 68, of Kingsport, Tennessee went to be with the Lord on Friday, June 6, 2025. She was born in Kingsport on February 13, 1957 to the late John and Margaret Adkins Bishop; she was one of four siblings. Loretta graduated from Sullivan High School and went on to work for Eastman Chemical Company until her...
John Ross
Jun 5, 2025
June 7th, 1940 – June 5th, 2025
John was Born in Beaver Dam, Kentucky on June 7th, 1940. He married the love of his life, Elaine Sartain Ross, on June 16th, 1962. He died surrounded by his wife, children, and brother in Knoxville, Tennessee on June 5th, 2025. John loved God, Jesus, and his family. He had been blessed many times...
Nita Ann Dixon
Jun 4, 2025
Nita Ann Dixon, 79, of Church Hill, TN, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2025. Born and raised in Mount Carmel, she attended Church Hill High School and later married Bobby Lee Dixon.Family was Nita’s pride and joy, and she was always there to take care of those who needed help. Nita was the primary caregiver for her mother and...
Hazel Ann Droke Gross
Jun 4, 2025
November 4, 1933 – June 4, 2025
Hazel Ann Droke Gross, known fondly as Ann, was born and raised in Blountville, Tennessee, where she lived a life enriched by strong community ties. A lifelong resident, Ann graduated from Blountville High School and furthered her education at East Tennessee State University, laying the foundation for a bright career and a life filled...
Robert Dale Matthews
Jun 3, 2025
Robert Dale Matthews, born on August 16, 1953 in Port Clinton, OH, went to his Heavenly Father on June 3, 2025, at his home in Rockford, IL. Dale, as he was affectionately known, was a shining light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him. His favorite pastimes included listening to Cher, Glen Campbell and collecting...
Helen G. Elam
Jun 3, 2025
Helen G. Elam, a beloved daughter, sister, aunt and friend, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, in Kingsport, TN. Born on March 24, 1942, in Kingsport, Helen was the cherished daughter of the late Roscoe and Matilee Elam.
Helen dedicated her life to sharing her love of music with children, teaching elementary school music for over 30 years. She...
Janie Faye Bland Ellis
May 25, 2025
Janie Faye Bland Ellis, 94, of Kingsport, entered into the arms of the Lord on Sunday, May 25, 2025. She was born in Scott Co., VA, on March 6, 1931, to the late Remus Watson and Mary Tate Bland. Janie was the third born of nine siblings. She worked as a secretary for Abernathy-Thomas for over 40 years. Janie was...
Eastlee Vaughn
May 24, 2025
Eastlee Vaughn, 87, of Church Hill, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 24, 2025 surrounded by her loving family while holding the hand of Sherrill, the love of her life. Eastlee was a member of Walnut Chapel Primitive Baptist Church. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister. After a lifetime of working in...
Frankie Shelton Wininger
May 24, 2025
Frankie Shelton Wininger, age 79, of Gate City, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 24, 2025. Frankie was raised in Yuma, Virginia and was a lifelong resident of Gate City. He graduated from Gate City High School in 1964. Following high school, Frankie began working for Bays Mountain Construction and served in the Virginia National Guard. Bays Mountain Construction was...
Jerry Bradford Jobe
May 23, 2025
Jerry Bradford Jobe, 78, Kingsport, passed away on Friday, May 23, 2025, at Holston Valley Medical Center after a long illness.
Jerry was a veteran of the US Army having served his country proudly in the Vietnam War. This would have a lasting impact on his health. He loved nature and being out in the woods watching the deer and wildlife....
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