"Tennessee" Howard Kenneth Fee Jr.

"Tennessee" Howard Fee, 77, of Jonesborough, TN, passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2026. Tennessee was born on 4/20/1949 in Dayton, Ohio, and grew up in Kingsport, TN. He went on to leave Kingsport at age 17 to live his life to the fullest, traveling across the United States in a journey of free exploration. During his travels, he enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle, designing and crafting one of a kind silver jewelry, and meeting new people.

Tennessee spent much of his life as a top notch printing pressman. His reputation and skill in printing preceded him, and upon his return, his skill was well desired among many local printing companies. In 1994, after returning to the local area and beginning work, it was there that Tennessee met the love of his life and soulmate, Donna Fee, who he went on to marry in 1999. They shared 32 years of a purest love and connection one could hope to find together. Along with his loving wife, Donna, Tennessee is survived by his son, Charlie (Melinda), grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sisters, nieces, nephews, and large extended family.

Tennessee, through his large personality and charismatic charm left a lasting impact on anyone and everyone who met him. He is remembered by his wild and fantastic stories of his life and his many adventures. He would make it clear, though, that his greatest and proudest story was finding the love of his life, and having the opportunity to make her family his own.

As respect to Tennessee's wishes the family will not be holding a funeral service, instead they will be honoring his memory by telling his favorite stories and remembering him for the exceptional person he was. Tennessee requested that anyone who wishes to honor his memory donate to the American Heart Association.

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.