Obituaries
William (Willie) Greer
Oct 7, 2017
William Willie Greer, 84, of Kingsport, passed away Saturday evening, October 7, 2017 at Wexford House to be home with his wife in heaven. He was born in Kingsport and was a lifelong resident. Willie was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served during the Korean War. He retired from the City of Kingsport with 30 years of service,...
Ruth Stallard McNutt
Oct 5, 2017
Ruth Stallard McNutt passed from this life to receive her heavenly reward on Thursday, October 5, 2017. Ruth was born in West Chester, PA where she lived most of her young life. She received a teaching certificate from West Chester Teacher's College. After her father's passing in 1940, Ruth took care of her family by supporting her mother and two...
Ellen Louise Furman Turpening
Oct 3, 2017
Ellen Louise Furman Turpening passed away on October 3, 2017. She was a graduate of Rosary High School in Detroit, Michigan. She received her BS in Chemistry from Mercy College in Detroit, her MS in Nutrition from Eastern Michigan in Ypsilanti and her BS in Nutrition and Dietetics from The University of Texas Health Science Center of Houston School of...
Sheila Louise Watts
Oct 3, 2017
Luke 23:42-43Then he said, "Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom." Jesus answered him, "I tell you the truth, today you will be with me in paradise."2 Timothy 4:7I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, and I have remained faithful.Sheila Louise Watts, 58, of Kingsport, went home to be with her Lord on Tuesday,...
Louise Williams
Oct 3, 2017
Louise Williams, 88, Kingsport, died late Tuesday evening, October 3, 2017 at Holston Manor.Louise was a life-long resident of Sullivan County and worked for Lynn Garden Hardware for many years.She was preceded in death by her husband, James Bruce Williams, and a son, Stephen Williams.Louise is survived by one son, Kenny Williams; and brother, J. B. Moody and wife, Ida,...
H. Greg Hensley
Oct 2, 2017
On Monday, October 2, 2017, H. Greg Hensley, 69, Blountville, completed his final project and went to be with the Lord. Greg will be forever remembered by those who knew him for his dry wit and sense of humor, along with the love he had for his family and friends. Born in Erwin, TN, he spent his life in the...
Jerome Edward Heitmann III
Oct 1, 2017
Jerome Edward Heitmann III, 49, of Kingsport, entered into eternal rest unexpectedly on Sunday, October 1, 2017. Born in Seoul, Korea on July 17, 1968, a son of Jerome Edward Heitmann Jr and Kum Chae Mun Heitmann, he had resided in New Jersey, New York and Florida, before coming to this area 11-12 years ago. He attended ETSU and musical...
Betty Jo Grimsley
Oct 1, 2017
Betty Jo Crawford Kite Grimsley, 85, of Fall Branch, went to her heavenly home, Sunday October 1st, 2017 at Wexford House. Betty was born October 21st,1931, in Washington Co, Tn and had lived in Fall Branch her entire life. She was a member of Logan's Chapel United Methodist Church.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Glen Grimsley, son,...
Leonard Lane
Sep 26, 2017
Leonard Lane, 80, Fall Branch, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 26, 2017 at his home. Born in Norton, VA, he had resided in Fall Branch for the past 33 years. Leonard had previously lived in Elyria, OH. Leonard was a member of First Baptist Church of Fall Branch and was a previous member of Bethel Baptist...
Janis Brown Strickler
Sep 25, 2017
Janis Brown Strickler passed away at her home on Monday, September 25, 2017. Mrs. Strickler was born in Harmony Community, (Washington County, TN) on April 12, 1938 and grew up in the community where her family was an active part of the community. She graduated with honors from Fall Branch High School and with honors from ETSU in 1960 with...
Gerald Murray
Sep 24, 2017
Gerald Murray, 60, Limestone, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 24, 2017.He is survived by his son, Michael Murray; sister, Pat Krattiger and husband, Russell; brother, Raymond Murray; aunt, Mary Murray; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 1-2:00 pm on Friday at Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home, Fall Branch. Burial will follow the visitation...
Bill Hashbarger
Sep 22, 2017
Bill Hashbarger, 74, Jonesborough, was born on September 10, 1943 and passed away Friday, September 22, 2017 surrounded by his family. He was the greatest husband, dad and papaw.He was preceded in death by his parents, Huvil and Willie Burke Hashbarger; brothers, Roy, Dean and Don Hashbarger; and his grandson, Issac Hashbarger whom he raised as his own.Bill is survived...
Raymond Jennings Duncan
Sep 22, 2017
Raymond Jennings Duncan, 89, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, September 22, 2017. Mr. Duncan was born and raised in Brumley Gap, in Washington County, VA, where he went to school with the young lady who would eventually become his bride of 65 years. He was a 1946 graduate of Greendale High School in Abingdon, VA, and a...
Imogene Hensley
Sep 21, 2017
Imogene Hensley, 82, Greeneville, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 21, 2017. Born in Greene County, she had retired from Greene Valley Developmental Center with over 30 years of service.She was preceded in death by her husband, Dale Hensley; son, Dennis Thornburg; 2 sisters, Wanda McCrary and Marlyn Hayes; and nephew Stacy Hayes.Imogene is survived by 2...
Jennifer Lynn Parton
Sep 21, 2017
Jennifer Lynn Parton, 40, Kingsport, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 21, 2017. She was a 1995 graduate of Sullivan South High School and graduated from nursing school in 1997. Jennifer had been a nurse for 20 years. She was a member of New Life Free Will Baptist Church. Jennifer loved her children, family and the Lord...
Gary Dwight Light
Sep 21, 2017
Gary Dwight Light, 71, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Thursday, September 21, 2017, at his home in Kingsport after a brief illness.He was preceded in death by his father, Allie C. Light.Born April 1, 1946, Gary was a loving son, husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He was a 1965 graduate of Sullivan High School where...
Beulah Tipton
Sep 18, 2017
Beulah Tipton, Kingsport, passed away on Monday, September 18, 2017 at the home of her daughter. In addition to her parents, Leonard Smith and Clara McClellan, she was preceded in death by 6 brothers and sisters, and 3 sons, Junior "Bug" Patrick, Randy Patrick and Bobby Tipton. Beulah is survived by her husband, Gary Tipton; son, Wayne Patrick; 2 daughters,...
David S. Hargis
Sep 18, 2017
David S. Hargis, 85, of Kingsport, TN passed away on September 18, 2017.He was born June 26, 1932 in Paris, AR and grew up in the Lakeview Community of Rossville, GA. He graduated from Lakeview High School in 1949. David was a Veteran of the U. S. Navy during the Korean War. After that he attended Georgia Tech, graduating with...
Roger D. Fink
Sep 18, 2017
.Roger D. Fink, 64, Kingsport, went home to be with the Lord on Monday morning, September 18, 2017, following an extended illness. Roger was born in the Mill Creek Community and had lived in Kingsport his entire life. Roger worked for Vic Davis Construction until his illness. He was of the Baptist Faith and a Veteran of the U.S. Army,...
Jerry Lynn Hensley
Sep 17, 2017
Jerry Lynn Hensley, 67, Fall Branch, TN, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 17, 2017 at his home unexpectedly. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army having served in Vietnam as a combat soldier serving with the 101st infantry Army Special Forces. He was a lifetime member of the DAV.Jerry is preceded in death by his...
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