Paula Diane Sword

Paula Diane Sword, 59, of Kingsport, went to his heavenly home, Friday, March 20, 2015. She was a graduate from Dobyns-Bennett High School and worked for Kingsport Times News in circulation for over 20 years, then went on to work for Fresenius Medical Care. Paula was a loving mother, grandmother and sister.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Howard Lee Sword.

Paula is survived by her sons, Eric Sword, Jeff Sword and wife, Bronwyn; three grandchildren: Payton, Savannah, and Scott; four brothers: Robert Jones, Marvin Jones, Patrick Jones, and Mark Jones; several nieces and nephews.

The family would like to say a "special thanks" to Wellmont Hospice, Priscilla Bayer and her church family.

The family will receive friends Tuesday, March 24, 2015 from 12-1 p.m. at Souls Harbor Church Hill Church of God with Pastor Allen Jervey officiating. Funeral services will follow at 1:00 p.m.