OBITUARIES

Mary Louella Mays

Mary Louella Mays

Aug 21, 2025

Mary Louella Mays, age 83, of Kingsport, Tennessee, slipped peacefully from this life into eternal rest on Thursday, August 21, 2025.

Born on May 1, 1942, in Scott County, Virginia, to Wrightly and Margaret Hammond, Mary was one of twelve beloved children. From her earliest days, she was surrounded by the strength of faith and the warmth of family, growing up...

Kathy Lynn Miller

Kathy Lynn Miller

Aug 20, 2025

Kathy Lynn Miller, 67, of Kingsport, TN, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 20, 2025. She was born on March 11, 1958, in Columbus, Ohio, to Fred and Joann Perkey.

Kathy had a heart of gold and a spirit that could never be dimmed. She dedicated her life to caring for her family and those she loved most. As a devoted...

Lisa Kate Cress

Lisa Kate Cress

Aug 20, 2025

Lisa Kate Cress, age 58, of Elizabethton, Tennessee passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 20th, 2025 at Hermitage Health Center surrounded by her loving family.

Lisa was born on October 12th, 1966 in Mountain City, Tennessee to the late Dorothy Reece. She was a devoted mother to her three children: Ramzi, Lukeus, and Terrence. Lisa was known for having the most...

Sonja Laverne Rogers

Sonja Laverne Rogers

Aug 19, 2025

Sonja LaVerne (Stacy) Rogers, age 62, of Kingsport, TN, was called home to Heaven by our Lord and Savior on August 19, 2025.

She was born on August 17, 1963, to the late Margaret Stiltner and Eddie Stacy in Phoenixville, PA.

She was a graduate of Elkhorn City High School, class of 1982, and Northeast State Community College, class of 2013.

Sonja was...

Amber Noel Sexton

Amber Noel Sexton

Aug 19, 2025

Amber Noel Sexton, age 34, of Kingsport, TN, left us far too soon on Tuesday, August 19, 2025.

She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Norma Ruth and Samuel C. Sexton; her maternal grandfather, Billy Gibson; and several great-aunts, great-uncles, and cousins.

Although Amber's life was marked by challenges and seasons of distance, she will be remembered for the bright...

Damaar A. Isley

Damaar A. Isley

Aug 18, 2025

Damaar Isley, 50, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, August 18, 2025.

Damaar was a loving and kind hearted person. She was an avid fan of classic 80's "Brat Pack" movies (Breakfast Club, Sixteen Candles etc.). Spending time with her family, especially the grandkids was a passion of hers.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Mary...

Johnny Wayne Ray

Johnny Wayne Ray

Aug 16, 2025

Johnny Wayne Ray, 68, of Kingsport, TN, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 16, 2025, with his family by his side.

He was born on March 1, 1957, and spent his entire life in Kingsport. He never met a stranger and was a proud and loving father and grandfather. Johnny was an avid drag racer who loved...

Michael Roy Light

Michael Roy Light

Aug 15, 2025

Michael Roy Light, 68, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Friday, August 15, 2025. He is survived by a loving family.

At his request there will be no formal funeral services.

Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to serve the family, online condolences can be shared with the family on our website at www.trinitymemorialcenters.com.

Alvin Harvey

Alvin Harvey

Aug 13, 2025

Alvin Harvey, 36, of Johnson City, TN, went home to the Lord on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. He was born on October 25, 1988, in Newport News, VA. From the beginning, Alvin carried himself with strength and dignity, living life fully with cerebral palsy, but never allowing it to slow him down. His infectious smile brightened every room, and his...

Sherri Holt

Sherri Holt

Aug 12, 2025

Sherri Holt, 61, of Church Hill, TN, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on March 2, 1964, in Newport, Tennessee to Dianna and Doyle Seal.

Sherri was a woman whose kindness, grace, compassion, and love for family and friends never wavered. She understood that friendships, like gardens, require care...

Marty Lyon Jaynes

Marty Lyon Jaynes

Aug 11, 2025

Matthew "Marty" Lyon Jaynes, 72, of Johnson City, TN, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, August 11, 2025, with his loving family by his side.

Born in Greeneville, Tennessee, Marty was the kind of person who could light up any room with his humor and easy smile. He loved to make people laugh, and he had a way of...

Nancy Ellen McClain

Nancy Ellen McClain

Aug 11, 2025

Nancy Ellen McClain, 79, of Kingsport, TN, went to be with the Lord on Monday, August 11, 2025. She was born on December 4, 1945, in Kingsport, Tennessee, to the late John and Lillian Wright, and spent her life rooted in faith, family, and kindness.

Nancy's days were filled with the simple joys that brought her heart peace - reading...

Joretta Dee Sutphin

Joretta Dee Sutphin

Aug 7, 2025

Joretta Dee Sutphin, 79, of Mount Carmel, TN, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 7, 2025. She was born on September 5th, 1945 in Asheville, North Carolina, to the late JC McElroy and Bennie Mae Bailey.

She loved to travel and enjoyed going on cruises where she was always the life of the party. She will always...

Jacob Dillon Weems

Jacob Dillon Weems

Aug 7, 2025

Jacob "Jake" Dillon Weems, 39, of Johnson City, TN, passed away unexpectedly on August 7, 2025, after a courageous battle with lupus.

A lifelong resident of Johnson City, Jake was preceded in death by his fiancée, Crystal Barnett; his father, Bucky Weems; paternal grandparents, Betty and J.R. Weems; and maternal grandparents, Maggie Martin and Wiley Nickles Jr.

He is survived by his...

Scott Eugene Seary

Scott Eugene Seary

Aug 4, 2025

Scott Eugene Seary, 47, of Kingsport, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, August 4, 2025.

Scott was a man with a big heart and a generous spirit. A talented guitarist, he poured his passion into music and played with pride in his band, Scar City. He was deeply devoted to his wife, Barbara, with whom he shared 27 beautiful years. His love...

Mark Wayne Rimer

Mark Wayne Rimer

Aug 4, 2025

Mark Wayne Rimer, age 65, of Church Hill, TN, went to be with the Lord on Monday, August 4th, 2025, at the Johnson City Medical Center. He was born on August 2nd, 1960, and was raised in Hawkins County for his entire life. Mark was a Veteran of the United States Army and served in Operation Desert Storm. He was...

Clifford Lee Almany

Clifford Lee Almany

Aug 3, 2025

Clifford Lee Almany went to be with Jesus on August 3rd, 2025. Clifford was born in Scottsdale, Arizona on February 14, 1954 to Wilma "Ruth" Spivey and the late Staff Sargent Clifford Eugene Almany, Jr. (USAF).

Clifford was a kind and compassionate father, brother and friend. He worked for Bristol Motor Speedway for over a decade, enjoying every moment. As...

David William Waldo

David William Waldo

Aug 3, 2025

David William Waldo, 76, of Church Hill, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 3rd, 2025, with his loving family by his side.

Born in Kingsport, Dave lived a life full of adventure. In his early years, his father was in the Army and the family traveled extensively moving from assignment to assignment. For 16 years, Dave served in the National...

William Dennison Comerford

William Dennison Comerford

Aug 1, 2025

William Dennison Comerford, 84, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Friday, August 1, 2025.

Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to serve the family, online condolences can be shared with the family on our website at www.trinitymemorialcenters.com.

Juliette Gollehorn

Juliette Gollehorn

Jul 30, 2025

Juliet "Turtle" Gollehorn, age 70, gained her Angel Wings on Thursday, July 30, 2025, at Holston Manor in Kingsport, Tennessee.

Born on March 29, 1955, in Bristol, Tennessee, Juliet was known for her radiant smile and a laugh that could lift anyone's spirits. Her warmth and kindness touched the hearts of everyone who knew her. She had a heart of gold...