OBITUARIES

Karla Anne Bowlin

Karla Anne Bowlin

Dec 27, 2025

Karla "Pebbles" Anne Bowlin, 27, of Kingsport, TN, our precious daughter went to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 27, 2025.

Her lovely smile will be missed by many. She was a wonderful mom, fiancée, daughter, and sister.

Karla is survived by her parents, Becky & Robbie Bowlin; fiance, Hubert Graham; son, Walker Paul Graham; sisters, Kayla Bowlin and Emilee...

Steve Alan Taylor

Steve Alan Taylor

Dec 27, 2025

Steve Alan Taylor, 63, of Hiltons, VA, passed away on Saturday, December 27, 2025.

Steve was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Faye Taylor, and his brother, Don Taylor.

He leaves behind those to cherish his memory including his brother, Gary Taylor (Sherry); sister-in-law, Rosella Taylor; sister, Judy Pippen (Roger Hutto); sister, Cathy DePew (Ken); and several nieces and nephews....

Jennifer Michelle Clark

Jennifer Michelle Clark

Dec 26, 2025

Jennifer Michelle Clark (Longcrier), age 48, of Jonesborough, passed away on December 26, 2025.

Known to family and friends as Michelle, she made her home in the Jonesborough area, a community she was part of and familiar with throughout her life. She was a loving mother and will be remembered with kindness by those who knew her.

She is survived by her...

Robert "Bob" Lee Roberts

Robert "Bob" Lee Roberts

Dec 22, 2025

Robert "Bob" Lee Roberts, 81, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Monday, December 22, 2025. He was a wonderful and loving husband, father, and grandfather. Robert always enjoyed helping others. Cooking and gardening were among his favorite hobbies.

Robert was preceded in death by his loving first wife, Janith Roberts; son, Jody Roberts; great-granddaughter, Morgan White; parents, Ed and Reppie Roberts;...

Betty Jean McGlothlin

Betty Jean McGlothlin

Dec 21, 2025

Betty Jean McGlothlin, 78, of Blountville, Tennessee, took her final rest on Sunday, December 21, 2025, surrounded by the love she so freely gave throughout her life.

Betty spent most of her life in Bristol, later moving to Blountville in 2009 when her granddaughter was born. Family was the center of her world, and she cherished every moment spent with those...

Dorothy Mae Jennings

Dorothy Mae Jennings

Dec 19, 2025

Dorothy Mae Jennings, 54, of Gate City, VA, went home to be with Jesus and join her loved ones who passed before her, on Friday, December 19, 2025.

She was a homemaker and a wonderful wife.

Dorothy is preceded in death by her parents, William and Hazel Harris; her Mamaw, Edna Smith.

She is survived by her husband of 37 years,...

Larry Dotson

Larry Dotson

Dec 18, 2025

Larry Dotson, 67, of Pennington Gap, Virginia, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 18, 2025.

Larry was born in Chicago, Illinois, and after completing school, he moved to Roanoke, Virginia. He later settled in the Bristol, Virginia area, where he spent most of his life and built lasting relationships within the community.

Larry was a man who found joy...

Donnie Gene Rhoton

Donnie Gene Rhoton

Dec 18, 2025

Donnie Gene Rhoton, 76, of Church Hill, TN, passed away on Thursday, December 18, 2025.

He is preceded in death by his son, Toby Rhoton, and sister, Leona Ramey.

Donnie is survived by his wife, Diane Rhoton; his children, Connie Rhoton, Donnie Rhoton Jr., Rhonda Rhoton, Donna Rhoton, Tanya Rhoton, and Dusty Rhoton; his brothers, Denver Rhoton and Conley Rhoton; his sisters,...

Heather Nicole Carter

Heather Nicole Carter

Dec 16, 2025

Heather Nicole Carter, 46, of Rogersville, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2025.

Heather lived life out loud. She loved music, dancing, and having fun, and she was always up for a good time. With her vibrant personality and contagious energy, she had a way of bringing joy into every room she entered. Heather's laughter and spirit made moments brighter...

Shirley Jean McClellan

Shirley Jean McClellan

Dec 16, 2025

Shirley Jean McClellan, 89, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2025.

Shirley was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother whose kindness and gentle spirit touched everyone who knew her. She was a Christian of the Baptist faith and lived her life with a strong love for God and family. Shirley was known for her warm smile,...

Lillian Garnett Price

Lillian Garnett Price

Dec 15, 2025

Lillian G. Price, 86, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Monday, December 15, 2025.

She was born in Church Hill, TN to the late Roy and Kate Johnson. She was also preceded in death by her husband, James Price Sr.

Lillian split her time growing up between Hawkins County, Morristown, and Kingsport. She was surrounded with love by her large family from...

Danny Lee Bartlett

Danny Lee Bartlett

Dec 14, 2025

Danny Lee Bartlett, born on December 11, 1948, in Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away on December 14, 2025, in Kingsport, Tennessee. He was the son of Ben and Helen Bartlett and is survived by his brother, David Bartlett of Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, and his sisters, Yvonne Bartlett and Denise Bartlett Jones, both of Knoxville, Tennessee and several nieces and nephews.

Danny graduated...

Lucinda Lee Hasterlik

Lucinda Lee Hasterlik

Dec 14, 2025

Lucinda Lee Hasterlik passed away surrounded by love on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at the age of 80.

Born on March 6, 1945, in Staten Island, New York, Lucinda grew up in East Northport before settling in Huntington, Long Island where she shared a close and loving relationship with her mother and her two sisters, she had two children with Richard...

Denver Edwood Lawson

Denver Edwood Lawson

Dec 14, 2025

Denver Edwood Lawson, 62, of Big Stone Gap, VA, passed away on Sunday, December 14, 2025.

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.

Deborah Diane Kindle

Deborah Diane Kindle

Dec 12, 2025

Deborah Diane Kindle, 67, of Kingsport, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, December 12, 2025.

Born in Sullivan County, Deborah lived a life filled with love, laughter, and connection. She loved her family deeply and treasured every moment spent with them. Known as the life of the party, Deborah never met a stranger-she had a way of striking up conversations with anyone...

Melissa Michele Nichols

Melissa Michele Nichols

Dec 12, 2025

Melissa of Johnson City, TN was born on Sept 25,1977, and met her Heavenly Father on Dec 12, 2025 at the age of 48, while surrounded by her children and grandson. Melissa was the oldest daughter of her father, Freddie VanCleave, and mother, Martha Grayson Magee, of Yazoo City, MS. Melissa moved to TN in 2014 to provide a better...

Samuel Mark Sturgill

Samuel Mark Sturgill

Dec 11, 2025

Samuel Mark Sturgill of Kingsport, TN was born on 10-17-1955 and died on 12-11-2025. Mark was the son of James Hicklen Sturgill and Betty Jean Baty Sturgill.

Mark is predeceased by a son, Samuel James Sturgill also of Kingsport, TN, and his former wife of 24 years, Candace Godsey Doughtery Sturgill, and a brother, James F. Sturgill (Lynn) of Tunica, MS.

Mark...

Anthony Douglas Sweeney

Anthony Douglas Sweeney

Dec 10, 2025

Anthony Douglas "Buttons" Sweeney, age 54, of Kingsport, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2025.

Anthony was known by everyone as "Buttons." He was loved by many and was a friend to all who knew him. His warm spirit and kind heart left a lasting impression on everyone he met.

He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Esta Merck; his...

Linda Ann Dallas

Linda Ann Dallas

Dec 9, 2025

Linda Dallas, 83, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at Holston Valley Hospital surrounded by family. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She retired from Holston Defense and worked at Belk department store for several years.

Born in December 1941, Linda was preceded in death by her parents Elmo and Charlotte Fortner;...

Lynnda Anne Nappila

Lynnda Anne Nappila

Dec 9, 2025

Lynnda Nappila, 77, of Mt. Carmel, TN, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2025, at Holston Valley Hospital after a lengthy struggle with numerous health issues. Even through her challenges, Lynnda's strength, grace, and unwavering faith remained at the center of her life.

Born on December 15, 1947, Lynnda was preceded in death by her parents, Issac and Stella Poirier, and...