Obituaries
Kathy Cahow
Jul 16, 2012
Kathy Cahow, 61, of Johnson City, formerly of Kingsport, went to be the Lord on Monday, July 16, 2012 at Johnson City Medical Center following a lengthy illness. She had resided most of her life in Kingsport and was a member of the First Baptist Church, Kingsport. Kathy had taught dancing at Holloway Dance Studio in Kingsport for many years....
Birdie Inell Gordon Collins
Jul 15, 2012
On Sunday, July 15, 2012 Birdie Inell Gordon Collins, 71, died in Hanover, MD. Birdie was the beloved wife of the late Evans Collins. Also preceding her in death was her brother, Randall Gill Gordon.Birdie is survived by her son, Michael E. Collins, Jr., and wife, Rachelle; daughter, Carol L. Shindledecker and husband, Bryan; brother, George Elmer Gordon; cherished grandmother...
Billy M. Neeley
Jul 15, 2012
Billy M. Neeley, 78, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 15, 2012 at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center. Born and raised in Duffield, VA, he lived most of his life in Kingsport. Billy worked for BF Goodrich and Bandag Tire. He professed faith in Christ as his Savior.He was preceded in death by his grandson, Shannon Neeley;...
Mary Jane Kay Gibson
Jul 15, 2012
Mary Jane Kay Gibson, 77, died peacefully at her home on July 15, 2012. Jane was born 1935 in Philadelphia, PA and attended schools in that area before moving to Kingsport after marrying her husband, Frank Gibson in 1957.She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She will be deeply missed by family and a wide circle...
Vernon Henry Kistner, Jr
Jul 14, 2012
V. Henry Kistner, Jr., 69, of Surgoinsville, formerly of Kingsport, died suddenly Saturday evening, July 14, 2012.A lifetime resident of Sullivan County and a graduate of Dobyns-Bennett High School, Henry was the owner/operator of Henry's Motorcycle Sales until his retirement.He was preceded in death by his parents, Vernon Henry "Red" Kistner and Frances Roller Kistner Krantz.Survivors are his loving wife,...
Barbara Feagins Peavler
Jul 13, 2012
Barbara Feagins Peavler, of Kingsport, died Friday afternoon, July 13, 2012.Barbara was born in Knox County, TN and has lived in Kingsport since 1952. She was a Principal at Bennett & Edwards and McInturff, Milligan & Brooks Insurance Agencies, serving as President and Chief Financial Officer at Bennett & Edwards.She was active in community and civic affairs, serving on several...
Dorothy Milhorn Gregory
Jul 12, 2012
Dorothy Milhorn Gregory, 84, Kingsport, has gone home to be with her family and her dogs on Thursday, July 12, 2012 following a courageous battle with several illnesses.She was born in Kingsport, where she returned to reside in 1976. Dorothy was an avid dog lover.Her parents, G. W. and Vertie Milhorn and a brother, James E. Milhorn preceded her in...
Louise Parsons Eidson
Jul 12, 2012
Louise P. Eidson, 74, of Greeneville, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 12, 2012 after a hard battle with cancer.Louise was born March 9, 1938 to the late Coy Lloyd Parsons and Pearl Gentry Parsons. She attended Mountain Valley Church of the Brethren as long as her health allowed.She is survived by her husband of 60 years,...
Haskiel Crawford
Jul 12, 2012
Haskiel "Hack" Crawford, 78, of Kingsport, died Thursday, July 12, 2012 at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center after an extended illness.Born in Washington County, he had resided in Kingsport the last 15 years. Hack was a retired truck driver. He was Pentecostal.The family would like to thank the Life Care Center of Gray and Wellmont Hospice for their care and...
Bertha Harless Payne
Jul 12, 2012
Bertha Harless Payne, 89, of Kingsport, passed away 4 p.m. Friday, July 12, 2012 at Greystone Health Care.Born in Buchanan County, VA, she has lived the majority of her life in Kingsport. Bertha worked at Mary Gray Hosiery Mill in Bristol and in the latter part of her life, she worked in dietary at Greystone Health Care. She enjoyed gardening,...
Kenneth N. Garland
Jul 9, 2012
Kenneth Norman Garland of Jonesborough, passed away on Monday, July 9, 2012 at his home. He was a graduate of Happy Valley High School and ran Garland Auto Repair for over 20 years where customers became friends and friends became family.He was preceded in death by his parents, Burl and Mary Garland, and brother, Keith Garland.Kenneth is survived by his...
Loretta Walters Hinkle
Jul 9, 2012
Loretta Walters Hinkle, 77, of Ocala, FL, died on Monday, July 9, 2012 at her home. She was born in Knoxville and had attended Bearden High School. Loretta had resided in Kingsport for many years. She retired from K-Mart, where she had been a sales supervisor for over 15 years. Loretta was a member of Gravely Baptist Church.She was preceded...
Lloyd E. Booher
Jul 8, 2012
Lloyd E. Booher, 85, Kingsport, joined his Savior and beloved wife early Sunday morning, July 8th, 2012. Lloyd was born in Bristol, VA and resided in Kingsport for most of his life. He was an employee of Eastman, retiring after many years of service. Lloyd was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during WW II. He was a member...
Linda Jane Pyle
Jul 8, 2012
Linda Jane Pyle, beloved friend and family member to many in Kingsport and East Tennessee, died Sunday at her home after her brave battle with cancer. She faced her illness much as she did her daily life, with humor, laughter and courage.Ms. Pyle especially enjoyed her wide circle of family and friends, and always made them feel loved and treasured....
George Russell Owens
Jul 7, 2012
George Russell Owens, 76, Kingsport, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 7, 2012 at Holston Manor.Born in 1935 in Scott County, VA, he moved to Kingsport at an early age and stayed there his whole life, except for military service. He was of the Baptist Faith. Russell was a veteran of the U. S. Army having served...
Charles Mathieson
Jul 6, 2012
Charles B. "Chuck" Mathieson, 98, of Kingsport, passed away on Friday, July 6, 2012. A native of Summerville, Massachusetts, he came to Kingsport in 1946 to work with J. Fred Johnson Company. Charles served with the U.S. Air Force during WW II. He and his wife owned and operated Tri-Cities Corporation in shoe sales at Nettie Lee Shops throughout the...
Mary Rose Garland
Jul 6, 2012
Mary Rose Garland, 77, of Kingsport, died Friday, July 6, 2012 at her residence.Born and raised in Maryville, TN, Mary Rose was a member of Colonial Heights United Methodist Church.Her parents, Boyd and Myrtle Kidd preceded her in death.She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Jack Garland; her son, Keith Garland of Lebanon, VA; and three granddaughters, Tiffany,...
John E. Goddard
Jul 5, 2012
John Goddard, 69, of Kingsport, died Thursday, July 5, 2012 at his home following a battle with cancer. He was born May 28, 1943 to Frank Louis and Willie Ruth Goddard. John was a veteran of the Air Force, retired dental lab technician and faithful member of Oakwood Forest Christian Church.In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death...
John Noah Pierce
Jul 4, 2012
John "Johnny" Noah Pierce, 61, Kingsport, TN, passed away early Wednesday, July 4, 2012 at Vanderbilt Medical Center following a brief illness. Johnny was born in Kingsport and graduated from TMI in Sweetwater, TN, class of 1970. He attended LMU and ETSU after TMI. Johnny was in cellular telephone contracting having worked and lived in various areas of the country...
Nova Phillips Draper
Jul 4, 2012
Nova Phillips Draper of the Bethesda Community passed away after a lengthy illness on July 4, 2012. She was a member of Seventh Day Adventist Church and a retired nurse.She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister.Nova is survived by her husband, Norman Draper of the Bethesda Community; daughter, Claudia Draper Bagshaw and husband, Doug of the...
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