Obituaries
Betty Frances Saunders Christian
Aug 24, 2024
Betty Frances Saunders Christian, 93 of Jonesborough, TN went to be with her heavenly Father surrounded by family on August 24, 2024. She was born in Bedford, Va on September 17, 1930 to the late Joe and Janie Saunders.
After graduating from National Business College in Roanoke, VA, she and her late husband Jack Christian relocated from Princeton, WV to Bluefield,...
Alice Faye Pierson
Aug 23, 2024
Alice Faye Pierson, 73, of Kingsport, passed away peacefully to be with the Lord at her home, Friday, August 23, 2024 following a long battle with cancer. Born in Lillington, NC on August 26, 1950, she was the daughter of the late Ander Mack and Alice Faye Crowder Ellis. She had resided in this area for 50+ years. Alice attended...
James C. "Jim" Ford, Sr.
Aug 22, 2024
James C. Ford, Sr. (Jim), age 87, of Kingsport, TN, passed away peacefully on August 22nd after a brief illness. Born in Dante, VA, Jim spent his early years in Norton, VA, where he attended J.I. Burton High School. He was a 1958 graduate of Virginia Tech, majoring in Building and Construction Engineering and was a member of the Corps...
Gary Raymond Watson
Aug 22, 2024
Gary Raymond Watson, 78, of Kingsport passed away Thursday, August 22, 2024 at his home. He was born October 13, 1946 in Kingsport to the late Sydney and Jeanell Watson. Gary was a graduate of Dobyns-Bennett High School. He served in the U.S. Army and was a Vietnam Veteran. Gary owned and operated Gary’s outboard Marine – Johnson Outboard Motors....
Vicki Hensley Carrico
Aug 19, 2024
Vicki Hensley Carrico, 43 of Kingsport, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 19, 2024. Vicki was a graduate of Tennessee School for the Deaf in Knoxville. She was a member of Gap 180 Ministries.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Donald & Janelle Eula Shelton Hensley and Ronald Ray Lawrence.
Vicki is survived by her husband, Eddie...
Ileeta Joann Hackler Byrd
Aug 19, 2024
Ileeta JoAnn Hackler Byrd, 85, of Kingsport, went to be with the Lord Monday, August 19, 2024, with her children by her side. JoAnn was born in Elk Creek, VA, on June 19, 1939, to parents, Fred and Eliza Hackler. She moved to Kingsport as a young child and was a lifelong resident of Orebank. JoAnn was a dedicated member...
Margaret Jane Johnson
Aug 19, 2024
Margaret Jane Johnson, age 83 of Blountville, TN, died peacefully in the early morning hours on August 19, 2024. Born and raised in Sullivan County, she was a graduate of Holston High School. Margaret was a lifelong member of Wheeler Methodist Church, a devoted Christian and loved flower gardening. She made arrangements for her church, weddings and almost every special...
Kenny Michael Short
Aug 18, 2024
Kenny Michael Short, 71, of Gate City, VA was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on August 18, 2024. Kenny was born in Kingsport where he attended Dobyns-Bennett High School. Following his time at Dobyns-Bennett, he worked as a security guard at the airport and then alongside his father, Homer, he drove for the Kingsport Limousine Service where he hauled...
Johnny R. Spriggs
Aug 17, 2024
Johnny R. Spriggs, 86, of Kingsport, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 17, 2024 with his family by his side. Johnny was born on September 25, 1937 in Meadowview, VA and lived in Kingsport since his childhood. He was a graduate of Sullivan High School, class of ’56. He attended UT on a football scholarship and attended ETSU. Johnny retired...
Shirley May Bradley Houser
Aug 16, 2024
Shirley May Bradley Houser, 88, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother of Kingsport, Tennessee, entered the gates of Heaven, Friday August 16, 2024. Her faithful son Rob by her side as she took her last breath, she was also surrounded by her loving family in the days leading to her passing.
Shirley was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. She was married...
Lorraine Cox
Aug 16, 2024
Lorraine Cox, age 65, of Gray, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord on Friday, August 16, 2024. Lorraine attended Sulphur Springs School and Daniel Boone High School. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend to all who knew her. Lorraine loved to raise roses.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Jay Littleton and Polly Miller; brothers,...
Marjorie Hicks
Aug 14, 2024
Majorie “Tootsie” Hicks was born on July 4th, 1938 in Sullivan County, TN, and she passed on August 14th, 2024. Tootsie was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Tootsie enjoyed spending time with her family. In the summer you could find her fishing with her son Dale and grandson Jason. She had a passion for cooking and watching a good...
Jo Ann Hite
Aug 14, 2024
Jo Ann Hite, 79, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2024. Jo was known for her profound love of nature, particularly her passion for flowers, gardening, and the joy she found in watching birds. Her home was a vibrant testament to her green thumb, a sanctuary where her plants flourished under her careful nurturing.
A devoted fan of Jeff Gordon and...
Roy Howard Poore
Aug 14, 2024
Roy Howard Poore, of Jonesborough, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, while surrounded by his loving family. He went to be with his Lord and Savior at 74 years of age. Roy was a fun-loving man with a love for his church and Lord, all people, all kinds of music, lawnmowers, and all things grass!
He...
Donald M. Dingus
Aug 13, 2024
Donald M. Dingus, 83, of Kingsport, passed away at his home on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. He was born February 20, 1941, in Big Stone Gap, VA, to the late Dewey and Stella Dingus. Don retired from Kingsport Press after 41 years of service. He served in the U.S. Army and was a Vietnam Veteran. Don attended Heritage First Church...
Mark Allen Chapman
Aug 13, 2024
Mark Allen Chapman of Kingsport, passed away, Tuesday, August 13, 2024. Born on January 30, 1966 in Kingsport to parents, John Wayne and Harriet Earley Chapman. He was an avid UT football fan and was proud to wear orange and white to support his favorite team. Mark enjoyed going on car rides, going to see animals, shopping trips and watching...
Bill McClure Gothard
Aug 13, 2024
Bill McClure Gothard, 93, of Kingsport, passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at Holston Valley Medical Center. Born in Sale Creek, TN he spent most of his life in Sullivan County and was a graduate of Holston High School. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corp during the Korean war and retired from Eastman Kodak. After...
Austin Glenn Summey
Aug 12, 2024
Austin Glenn Summey, 29, of Church Hill passed away unexpectedly, Monday, August 12, 2024. He was born to parents, Ralph and Kathy Summey on May 3, 1995 in Fort Campbell, KY. He was a graduate of Volunteer High School and worked at Burger King. Austin shared a special bond with his mamaw, and his mom was his best friend. He...
Irwin Christopher Gross, Jr.
Aug 11, 2024
Irwin Christopher Gross, Jr., 89, of Kingsport, died Sunday morning, August 11, 2024, at home peacefully after coping with Parkinson’s Disease for the last 5 years. Born in Oak Park, IL, he was a graduate of Oak Park and River Forest High School ‘52, M.I.T. ‘56, and Wharton School of Business. Irwin was married in 1962 to his wife, Ann...
Danny "Harry" Williams
Aug 11, 2024
Danny Williams, 74, of the Indian Springs Community, passed away Sunday, August 11, 2024. Born in Kingsport, Danny grew up in Yuma, VA, and graduated from Gate City High School. He married his wife of 51 years, Kathy in 1973. Danny worked at the press for 37 years in the folding department. He was a simple man of few words,...
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