Obituaries

Erik Wade Hall

Erik Wade Hall

Oct 12, 2025

June 22, 1974 – October 12, 2025

Erik Wade Hall, 51, of Telford, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2025, at Johnson City Medical Center. He was born on June 22, 1974, in Kingsport, Tennessee.

Erik was preceded in death by his mother, Katie Hall.

He is survived by his loving wife, Britny Hall; his father, Mack Hall; his brother, Bryan Hall;...

Michael Owen O'Neill

Michael Owen O'Neill

Oct 13, 2025

On October 13, 2025, this world lost an incredibly good man when in the company of his family, Mike O’Neill traveled peacefully to the next world. Mike’s accomplishments and service to others were remarkable. It is hard to imagine so much good could fit into one life. Writing them all down would embarrass Mike, but we are going to do...

Ilene Virginia Hays

Ilene Virginia Hays

Oct 14, 2025

Ilene Virginia Hays, age 83, of Limestone, TN, passed away, October 14, 2025. She was surrounded by love and was ready to see her Lord and Savior, Jesus, in whom she put her faith and hope.

Ilene was born April 8, 1942 in Guin, AL to John Pearson and Audrey Mae Humber. Ilene married the love of her life, Robert James...

Laurence Maxwell "Larry" Long

Laurence Maxwell "Larry" Long

Oct 9, 2025

Laurence Maxwell “Larry” Long, 93, died Thursday evening, October 9, 2025. He was preceded in death by his wife Catherine House Long, his father, Howard Long, his mother Marie Maxwell Long and his sister, Diann Long Hollander.

He is survived by sons and daughters-in-law, David W. and Susan H. Long of Knoxville, Craig M. and Jane B. Long of Louisville, KY;...

Leroy Jackson

Leroy Jackson

Oct 13, 2025

Leroy Jackson, 87, of Jonesborough, Tennessee, passed away on October 13, 2025 after a period of declining health. A devoted husband, father, brother, and man of faith, he will be remembered for his kindness, friendly and funny spirit, and the love he poured into his family.

Born August 17, 1938, in Middlesboro, Kentucky, to Frank and Ethel Jackson, Leroy graduated from...

Roselea Necessary

Roselea Necessary

Jun 10, 1956

Roselea Necessary, 69, of Kingsport, TN, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Roselea was a lifelong Kingsport resident and was living in the same home she was born in. She was one of six children born to R.F. and Marie Little. Roselea married the love of her life, Fred, on June 16, 1973,...

Donald "Don" Richard Bowman

Donald "Don" Richard Bowman

Oct 9, 2025

Donald “Don” Richard Bowman, 82, of Kingsport, TN, went home to be with the Lord peacefully on October 9, 2025. Don was born and raised in Chilhowie, VA. Immediately following his high school graduation he served in the Air Force for four years during the Vietnam War. He returned home and then moved to Kingsport where he worked for and...

Jewel Kathryn Baker

Jewel Kathryn Baker

Oct 9, 2025

Jewel Kathryn Baker, 98, of Kingsport, passed away Thursday, October 9, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born November 18, 1926, in Evarts, KY, to the late John Wesley and Bessie Campbell Owens. She was one of ten siblings. In her early years, Jewel worked in sales for Nettie Lee but was a homemaker at heart. She was...

Lianne Reeves Moore

Lianne Reeves Moore

Oct 4, 2025

Lianne Reeves Moore, 57, of Kingsport, passed away at home on October 4, 2025. Lianne was born in Morristown and was raised in Kingsport to parents, Billee & Dr. John Moore III. She attended and graduated from Oak Hill Academy in Mouth of Wilson, VA. Lianne studied at Emory and Henry. She returned to Kingsport and resided in the Bloomingdale...

Dora Jean Matthews

Dora Jean Matthews

Oct 4, 2025

Dora Jean Matthews, age 93 of Kingsport, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2025, with her family by her side. Born in St. Louis, Missouri, she was the daughter of James H. and Margaret King Scholl and had resided in this area most of her life. A loving wife and mother, she retired after over 20 years of service as...

Mickey Parker

Mickey Parker

Oct 4, 2025

Mickey Cleveland Parker, 66, of Kingsport, TN went to be with the Lord on October 4, 2025. He passed peacefully with his loving wife of 44 years by his side.

Mickey was a simple man, who loved God and his family. He was extremely hardworking, and self-taught in so many areas. Mickey was charming, he was always trying to evoke a...

Wade Ray Bingham, Sr.

Wade Ray Bingham, Sr.

Oct 3, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Wade Ray Bingham Sr., who left us at the age of 70 on Oct 3, 2025.

Born on May 27, 1955, in Kingsport, TN, Wade spent the majority of his life in the Tri-Cities area. For nearly three decades, he was the proud owner and operator of Big "B"...

Steven Burton Hovis

Steven Burton Hovis

Oct 3, 2025

Steven Burton Hovis, 55, of Kingsport, passed away on Friday, October 3, 2025. Steve was born in West Palm Beach, and graduated from Palm Beach Gardens High School, Troy University and the New England Technical Institute. In high school, Steve excelled in football and was a member of the school band. Steve was a kind and caring soul, a great...

Fred Neeley

Fred Neeley

Oct 3, 2025

Fred Clinton Neeley, 86, was embraced in the arms of Jesus on October 3rd, 2025. 

If you knew him, you loved him. He always had a smile and knew exactly what to say to make you laugh until you cry. He had such a bright spirit and lended a helping hand any chance he got. He longed to go home to...

Orlin Reynolds, Sr.

Orlin Reynolds, Sr.

Oct 3, 2025

Orlin Reynolds, Sr. of Kingsport, passed away at the age of 80, on Friday October 3, 2025, at Holston Valley Medical Center in Kingsport, following a brief illness. Born in Jonesborough, TN on March 19, 1945, he was the son of the late Sydney Reynolds, Sr. and Gladys Reynolds. Orlin has resided in this area most of his life and...

Lynn Nathan Gammon

Lynn Nathan Gammon

Oct 1, 2025

Lynn Nathan Gammon, age 43, went to be with the Lord on October 1, 2025, at Vanderbilt Hospital in Nashville, TN, unexpectedly. Born to Tim and Judy Sweet Gammon on December 3, 1981. Lynn graduated from Sullivan Central High School in 2003 and was the 3rd generation of Gammon Construction Company.

Mr. Gammon was preceded in death by his mother, Judy...

Larry Allen Banks

Larry Allen Banks

Sep 29, 2025

Larry Allen Banks, 70, of Blountville TN, went to be with the Lord September 29, 2025 at the University of Tennessee Hospital.

He was born on December 28, 1954 in Lynch Kentucky to the late Astor and Mary Banks. Larry was a loving husband, father, brother and uncle. 

Larry was a devoted child of God and was a faithful member of Sunnyside...

Renee Minton

Renee Minton

Sep 29, 2025

Renee Minton, 57, Kingsport, went to be with the Lord on Monday evening, September 29, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Renee was a graduate of East TN State University and had spent the majority of her life as a tax accountant and insurance agent. She was a loving wife, mother and sister.

She was preceded in death by her parents,...

Minerva Jean Overbay

Minerva Jean Overbay

Sep 27, 2025

Jean Overbay, 88, of Rogersville, passed away Saturday, September 27, 2025 at Life Care Center of Greeneville.

Jean was preceded in death by her husband, Jennings Overbay; daughter, Jornia Shoemaker; mother, Velma Phipps; and grandchildren, Tabitha Arnold and Travis Arnold.

She is survived by her daughter, Donna Minni (Charles); son, Shannon Arnold (Debra); grandchildren, Christy Shoemaker (Darrell), Tonda Lynn Reaves (Mark), Chad Debien...

Clyde "Worley" Taylor

Clyde "Worley" Taylor

Sep 25, 2025

Clyde "Worley" Taylor, 88, of Kingsport, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on September 25, 2025. Worley was born on July 10, 1937, in Church Hill where he spent his entire life surrounded by family, friends, and a community that loved him deeply. Known for his kind heart and quiet strength, he lived a long and meaningful life, bringing joy and comfort...