Obituaries
Cary Stephen Carter
Jun 16, 2021
Cary Carter, 45, passed away Wednesday, June 16, 2021.
He was preceded in death by his father, Stephen Cary Carter.
Cary is survived by his mother, Diane Hagey and Marvin of Kingsport; step-brother and sister; Mike Hagey and Karen Carrick; step-mother, Candye Carter; half-sister, Stephanie Hammond; half-brother, Josh Carter; three stepbrothers and sisters, Johnny, Angel, Christanie, and Stephen; and adopted...
Lily May Kimbler
Jun 16, 2021
Lily Kimbler, 82, of Kingsport, TN passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 16, 2021 after an extended illness. Lily was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She enjoyed working in her flower garden and tending to her home.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Russell Sr. and Della Roof, and brother, Russell (Junior) Roof.
Lily is survived by...
Willadean Ward
Jun 15, 2021
Willadean Ward, 87 passed away on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at her residence with her husband of 66 years at her side.
She was born and raised in Hawkins County but resided in Bowmantown of Washington County her adult life. Willadean and her husband were dairy farmers.
Willadean retired from ITT in Gray, TN, and was a member of Bowmantown...
Wanda Barr Strickler
Jun 15, 2021
Wanda Barr Strickler, 90, of Kingsport, TN, went to be with her Lord and Savior after a period of declining health on Tuesday, June 15, 2021. She grew up and lived her life at the foothills of Bays Mountain. Wanda was a devoted member and servant of God at Depews Chapel United Methodist Church. She loved to sing the old...
Wilma Nadine "Bailey" Prater
Jun 14, 2021
Wilma Nadine “Bailey” Prater, 90, of Kingsport, went home to be with the Lord, Monday, June 14, 2021, at Greystone Healthcare. Born in Baileyton, TN, on August 22, 1930, a daughter of the late Charles J. Bailey and Ethel Ball Bailey, she has resided in this area most of her life. She was a homemaker and had been employed with...
Margaret Elvinia Bishop
Jun 14, 2021
Margaret Bishop, 85, of Kingsport, TN, went to be with her Lord on Monday, June 14, 2021. She was a selfless and loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. Margaret was the glue that held it all together. She has surely found her place in heavens eternal choir. Margaret will be missed dearly, but her legacy will live on.
She...
Pastor Andy Sensabaugh
Jun 13, 2021
Pastor Andy Sensabaugh, born August 29, 1946, passed away on Sunday, June 13, 2021, surrounded by his family. Andy was a Veteran of the United States Navy and proudly served his country. Andy pastored Freedom Baptist Church and was a pillar of the community and to the people. His love and compassion was to share the gospel to the lost...
Paula Jones McGlothlin
Jun 13, 2021
Paula Jo Jones McGlothlin, 53, of Kingsport, died Sunday June 13, 2021, at home. Born in Kingsport, where she resided most of her life, she was a 1985 graduate of Sullivan North High School and received her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree from ETSU. Paula had worked as a teacher in the Sullivan County School System for several years. She...
Dorothy "Dot" Wallace
Jun 11, 2021
Dorothy “Dot” Wallace, age 87, of Knoxville, TN, formerly of Kingsport, went to be with her LORD on her birthday, June 11, 2021. Dot was a graduate of Dobyns Bennett High School. She served joyfully and humbly as a faithful Pastor’s wife to her husband, Vic for 68 years, having taught Sunday School, Bible School and serving in several other...
Bennett Jesse Blizzard
Jun 9, 2021
Bennett Jesse Blizzard, 74, previously of Elkhorn City, KY, went to be with his Lord on Tuesday, June 8, 2021. He spent his life working as a coal miner, but he enjoyed many hobbies. Bennie loved hunting rabbits, showing horses, fishing, and the occasional boxing match. He was a loving husband, father, brother, and friend. Those who knew him will...
Barbara Jean Cregger Walker
Jun 7, 2021
Barbara Jean Cregger Walker, 82, Pleasant Grove Community, went to be with the Lord Monday morning, June 7, 2021. Barbara was a resident of Pleasant Grove Community for most of her life. She worked in administration for a number of years with the Greene Valley Development Center, various banks and for Warriors Path State Park until her retirement. Barbara was...
Ted L. Painter
Jun 7, 2021
Ted L. Painter, 91, of Fall Branch, passed away Monday, June 7, 2021, at his home. He was a lifelong resident of the area. Ted was retired from Mason-Dixon tank line. Ted was a lifelong farmer and loved raising horses.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Otis and Georgia Moody Painter; and brother, Bob Painter.
Ted is survived...
Doris Anderson Sawyer
Jun 6, 2021
Doris Anderson Sawyer, 87, of Kingsport, passed away peacefully Sunday, June 6, 2021. Doris was a homemaker and member of the East Kingsport Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses since its inception. Born in Hancock County, TN, on June 27, 1933, a daughter of the late Jeff and Effie Dean Justice, she was a lifelong resident of the Kingsport area. Her hope...
Norma Baines
Jun 5, 2021
Norma “Midge” Baines, age 83, of Kingsport, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home on Saturday, June 5, 2021 following an extended illness. Born in Sullivan County, TN on September 9, 1937, a daughter of the late Woodrow and Nola Alvis Murray, she had resided in this area her entire life. Midge married M.H. Baines in 1956...
Jennifer Elaine Harris
Jun 4, 2021
Jennifer Elaine Hurst Harris, age 48, born August 12, 1972, passed away Friday, June 4, 2021, at her home in Kingsport surrounded by her loving family following a two and half year battle with breast cancer.
She graduated from Morristown Hamblen High School West in 1990. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in elementary education from East Tennessee State...
Steven E. Grubb
Jun 4, 2021
Steven E. “Steve” Grubb, age 57, of Kingsport, Tennessee, met his maker in the Heavens on Friday, June 4, 2021.
Born in Kingsport on February 5, 1964, a son of Carol Slemp Grubb of Kingsport and the late Charles W. Grubb, he resided in this area his entire life. Steve graduated from Dobyns-Bennett High School in 1982. He had...
Missy Ruth (Shelton) Belote
Jun 3, 2021
Missy Ruth (Shelton) Belote made her grand entrance onto Heaven’s stage as the Father welcomed his daughter home on Thursday, June 3, 2021, after 44 amazing years as a friend, a beloved daughter, sister, wife and mother, and a witness to Christ.
Her voice echoed around the world, praising her Lord in song, sharing her faith in sermon, and showcasing...
Harold Gene Jeffrey
Jun 3, 2021
Harold Gene Jeffrey died June 03, 2021 at his home in Piney Flats TN. He was born May 12, 1947 in Acme, West Virginia to Chester V. and Louise S. Jeffrey. He was the youngest of eight siblings.
Preceding him in death were his sister, Joann Carpenter of Cleveland, OH; his brothers Chester V. Jeffrey of Fort Ashby, W. VA,...
Stanley Leon Sherfey
Jun 2, 2021
Stanley Leon Sherfey, 69, of Church Hill, TN, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, June 2, 2021, at Holston Valley Medical Center. He was born November 26, 1951, to the late Earl and Bertie Sherfey. Stanley was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and brother. He enjoyed playing the guitar, singing good ole gospel music, building cabinets, and...
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