Obituaries

Ricky R. Hill

Ricky R. Hill

Sep 18, 2014

Ricky R. Hill, 56, of Rogersville, TN (Beech Creek Community) passed away on Thursday, September 18, 2014. He was preceded in death by his father Blane Hill and sister Malanie S. Lady.Survivors include his daughter Mandy Hill-Phommachanh [Anongdeth (Kak)]; grandchildren Thi'Le and Danyo; mother Nettie Hill; siblings Maxine, Sherry, Rendall, Edward, Gwendolyn and Sifty; along with several nieces, nephews and...

Orville Steadman

Orville Steadman

Sep 17, 2014

Orville Steadman, born to N.E. and Stacy Steadman on March 2, 1935, passed away on Wednesday, September 17, 2014, with family and friends at his bedside. Orville retired from J.P. Stevens after working there for 35 years. He loved his family very much and was blessed with many good neighbors and friends.He leaves behind his devoted wife of 54 years,...

Lena Ann Hinson Smith

Lena Ann Hinson Smith

Sep 16, 2014

Who can find a virtuous woman? For her price is far above rubies. Her children arise up, and call her blessed... Proverbs 31:10, 28Lena Ann Hinson Smith, 79, of Mt. Carmel, joined her family in Heaven on Tuesday, September 16, 2014, following a lengthy illness. A native of Speers Ferry, Virginia, Lena lived in the Church Hill area most of...

Dr. Benjamin H. Smith

Dr. Benjamin H. Smith

Sep 15, 2014

Dr. Benjamin H. Smith, Jr., age 91, passed away Monday, September 15, 2014, at Wellmont Holsten Valley Medical Center after a short illness. He was born in Manchester, Georgia and received his bachelor's degree in chemistry from Emory University. After serving in the US Navy in World War II, primarily in the western Pacific Theater, Dr. Smith continued graduate studies...

Ezra Lee McConnell Jr

Ezra Lee McConnell Jr

Sep 14, 2014

Mr. Ezra Lee "E.L." McConnell, Jr., 87, of Cameron, North Carolina entered into rest on September 14, 2014. He was a native of Scott County, VA and was the son of the late Ezra Lee, Sr., and Norma Quillen McConnell. Mr. McConnell lived in Bristol, TN for 51 years before moving to North Carolina in 2007.He graduated from Gate City...

Courtney Michelle Radtke

Courtney Michelle Radtke

Sep 13, 2014

Courtney Michelle Radtke, 29, of Kingsport, passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2014 at her residence.The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 5-7:00 pm at Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home, Kingsport.A memorial service will follow at 7:00 pm with Pastor Steve Counts officiating. Visitation SEP 17. 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Homes

117 E. Charlemont Ave.

Kingsport, TN,...

David Elkins

David Elkins

Sep 12, 2014

No obituary found for this tribute. Visitation SEP 15. 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Homes

117 E. Charlemont Ave.

Kingsport, TN, US, 37660

[email protected]

http://www.hamlettdobson.com

Funeral Service SEP 16. 2:00 PM

Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Homes

117 E. Charlemont Ave.

Kingsport, TN, US, 37660

[email protected]

http://www.hamlettdobson.com

Burial SEP 16

Old Kingsport Presbyterian Church Cemetery

Kingsport, TN, US,...

Robert Frank Seymore Jr

Robert Frank Seymore Jr

Sep 11, 2014

Robert Frank "Bob" Seymore, Jr, 72, of Fall Branch, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 11, 2014. He was a God loving man, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother.He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Leigh Seymore; and daughter, Rebekah Seymore.Bob is survived by his children, Robert Seymore, III, Richard Seymore, and Rawleigh Seymore, all...

Becky Whitlock

Becky Whitlock

Sep 11, 2014

Becky Whitlock, a longtime resident of the Kingsport area, died Thursday, September 11th at Smyth County Community Hospital. Born in 1964 in Lidgerwood, North Dakota, Becky received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Mass Communications and a Minor in Latin from Valparaiso University. At the time of her death, she was pursuing a Master of Divinity Degree from Lutheran Seminary...

Gary Dwayne Dykes

Gary Dwayne Dykes

Sep 10, 2014

I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing. -II Timothy 4: 7-8Gary Dwayne Dykes, age...

Walter Cline Collins

Walter Cline Collins

Sep 10, 2014

I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith. 2 Timothy 4:7Walter Cline Collins, 80, of Blountville, went to be with the Lord on September 10, 2014 at Holston Valley Medical Center. A native of Hawkins County, he was the son of the late Herman and Beatrice Collins. Walter proudly served in the...

Mike Witt

Mike Witt

Sep 8, 2014

Mike Witt, 84, of Kingsport entered into rest on Monday, September 8, 2014 after an extended illness. He was born in Sullivan County and lived his entire life in the Kingsport area. Mike attended Holston Institute and Dobyns-Bennett High School and was a graduate of ETSU. He proudly served his country as a member of the United States Air Force....

Sevier Gray

Sevier Gray

Sep 4, 2014

Calvin Sevier Gray, 86, Rock Springs Community, passed away at 8:40 am, Thursday, September 4, 2014, at his home following and extended illness. Sevier was born in Hawkins County and had lived in the Kingsport area since his childhood. He was a graduate of Sullivan High School, class of '47. Sevier was employed by Meade Corporation until his retirement in...

Stacie Irene Hulse

Stacie Irene Hulse

Sep 4, 2014

Stacie Irene Hulse, 74, of Kingsport, went to be with the Lord Thursday, September 4, 2014, at Indian Path Hospital. She was a loving mother and sister and will be greatly missed.She was preceded in death by her father, William A. Hilton; her mother, Rose Ella Hilton; and her sister, Beulah Jean Hulse.Stacie is survived by her two sons, Jimmy...

Betty Rector

Betty Rector

Sep 2, 2014

Betty Joyce Rector, 66, of Kingsport, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 2, 2014 at her residence. Born in Coeburn, VA on December 29, 1947, a daughter of Mary Lockie Rhea Kilburn, and the late Ulysses Rhea, she had resided in this area since 1955. Betty was a Baptist and a member of Kingsport Baptist Temple.In addition to her father...

Ed Harward

Ed Harward

Sep 2, 2014

Ed Harward, 74, Fall Branch, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 2, 2014 at his home. Born in Durham, NC, he had resided in Fall Branch for the past seven years. He had retired from Edgecomb Clothing Manufacturing Company in Tarboro, NC. Ed and his wife, Vicky owned and operated J & C Grill in Williamston, NC....

Tom Runion

Tom Runion

Aug 31, 2014

Franklin Thomas "Tom" Runion, 74, of Blountville passed away unexpectedly Sunday morning, August 31, 2014 at Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Center. Born in Erwin, TN on February 13, 1940, a son of the late Ralph T. and Ann Love Runnion, he lived in this area his entire life. Tom graduated from Erwin High School and attended the University of Tennessee,...

Betty Elam

Betty Elam

Aug 31, 2014

Mrs. Betty Deuel Cock Elam died early Sunday morning, August 31, 2014 at her home. She was born September 20, 1924 in Hampton, VA, the daughter of Roland Deuel and Annie Berry Cock. Betty graduated from Farmville State Teacher's College (Longwood University) in 1946 with a degree in Home Economics. She substitute taught for many years in Kingsport City Schools,...

Wilma Alice Baskett

Wilma Alice Baskett

Aug 30, 2014

Wilma Alice Baskett, 89, of the Oak Hill Community in Washington Co., passed away Saturday, August 30, 2014 at Wellington Place, Colonial Heights. Wilma was a beloved sister and aunt who had a kind heart and a gentle spirit. She displayed the love for her Lord through her kindness and silent service to others. Wilma was the second of six...

Eva L. Farmer

Eva L. Farmer

Aug 27, 2014

Eva L. Farmer, 81, of Kingsport, passed away Wednesday, August 27, 2014. She was born in Valley Creek, TN and retired as an RN from Holston Valley. Eva was a member of St. Dominic Catholic Church.She was preceded in death by her parents, Alexander and Elise Comparoni, and siblings, Jack Comparoni, Pete Comparoni, Cecilia Lay, Rena Lambdin and Sandra Ayers.Eva...