OBITUARIES

Edward Lee Wimmer

Edward Lee Wimmer

May 15, 2019

Edward Lee Wimmer, 64, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2019. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 25th at 11 AM at the Shades of Grace Church, (313 E Sullivan St, Kingsport, TN) Burial will follow at Immanuel Lutheran Church,(191 Central Heights Rd, Blountville, TN). Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to be serving...

James Joseph Houck

James Joseph Houck

May 14, 2019

James Joseph Houck, 88, passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2019 at James H. Quillen V.A. Medical Center. Military graveside will be held on Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at 1:00 PM at Mountain Home National Cemetery with American Legion Post 3/265 Honor Guard. Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) will be serving the family.

Ralph Eugene Moore

Ralph Eugene Moore

May 11, 2019

Ralph Eugene Moore, 75, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Saturday, May 11th, 2019. Ralph was born in Church Hill, TN in 1944. He was a graduate of Church Hill High School, class of 1963. He was drafted into the Army where he served two years in Germany. Ralph's nickname was "Hawk Eye" because he shot straight and he...

Louise Bernard Tittle

Louise Bernard Tittle

May 9, 2019

Louise Bernard Tittle, 71, of Kingsport, TN, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 9, 2019 surrounded by her loved ones. Louise was born in Kingsport. She went to Sullivan West High School. She was a member of Primitive Baptist on Rock Springs Road. She was the most loving mother anyone could have asked for. Louise is...

Wanda Robertson

Wanda Robertson

May 8, 2019

Wanda Robertson, Piney Flats, TN, age 76, passed away peacefully May 8, 2019 at NHC in Johnson City. She was born August 30, 1942 in Mitchell County, NC to Clemmie and Minnie Atlas Cox. She was preceded in death by her parents, her granddaughter Jessica Robertson and her ex-husband Johnny Robertson. She was very generous and left a lot...

Joseph Edward Faulkner

Joseph Edward Faulkner

May 8, 2019

Lance Corporal Joseph Edward Faulkner, 66, of Abingdon, VA, lost his battle with cancer and passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Wednesday, May 8, 2019. Joe was born in Bristol, Virginia and attended John Battle High School. In 1971, Joe enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corp spending his time at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina where he proudly...

Christina Robin Ricker

Christina Robin Ricker

May 8, 2019

Christina Ricker-Butler, 43, of Fall Branch, TN, passed away on Wednesday, May 8th, 2019 with her family by her side. She is preceded in death by her father, Johnny Harmon; grandfather, Ervin Owens. Left to cherish her memory is her children, Shon and Lashae Winwood; step-girls, Madison, Emma, Jacie and husband Jamie Butler; mother, Robin Mozack; sister, Michelle Jaynes;...

Albert "Bimbo" Clarence Cilley Jr.

Albert "Bimbo" Clarence Cilley Jr.

May 8, 2019

Albert "Bimbo" Clarence Cilley Jr, 56, of Blountville, TN, passed away on Wednesday, May 8th, 2019. Albert was born in Queens, NY in 1962. His dad, Albert Sr., was active duty in the Navy and so Albert traveled growing up. He spent most of his life here in the area. If you ever met Albert you would know he...

Talmadge Delano Bridges

Talmadge Delano Bridges

May 7, 2019

Talmadge Delano (Tam) Bridges, age 63, of Kingsport, TN passed away at his daughter's home on Tuesday, May 7, 2019 after an extended illness. Tam is a lifelong resident of Kingsport. He worked as a nurse at Cornerstone Village in Johnson City, TN. He has been a nurse since 1979, having worked in local hospitals, nursing homes and developmental...

Goldia Ada Carey

Goldia Ada Carey

May 6, 2019

Goldia Ada Carey, 72, of Kingsport, passed away on Monday May 6, 2019 at her residence with her family by her side. Born in Castelwood, VA, she has been in Kingsport all of her life. She was a member of Church of Jesus Christ and she enjoyed yard sales, spending time with family and her grandchildren. Goldia is preceded...

Carl Frank Hamilton

Carl Frank Hamilton

May 6, 2019

Carl Frank Hamilton, 71, of Johnson City, TN, went to be with the lord on Monday, May 6, 2019. Carl was born on March 29th, 1948 and lived there until he was drafted into the Army as a Ranger in 1969 where he served a 5 year term honorably. Carl loved spending time with family and friends, and was...

Terry Glenn Hubbard

Terry Glenn Hubbard

May 5, 2019

Terry Glenn Hubbard, 62, passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2019. He was of the Lone Star community. Terry is preceded in death by his parents, Dee and Nerve Hubbard. He is survived by his sister, Sandra and husband, Barry Smallwood; son, Troy Hubbard; and special friend, Pat Phillips. There will be no services at this time. Trinity Memorial...

Charles James Conrad

Charles James Conrad

May 5, 2019

Charles James Conrad, 90, passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2019. Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to serve the Conrad family.

Lisa Faye Christian

Lisa Faye Christian

May 5, 2019

Lisa Faye Guy Christian, age 46, of Kingsport, TN went to be with the Lord unexpectedly, surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, May 5th, 2019. Lisa was born in Kingsport in 1972 and she attended Sullivan North High School. She was full of life and loved with her whole heart. Lisa was kind, generous and was a loving...

Michael Bruce Bridges

Michael Bruce Bridges

May 5, 2019

Michael Bruce Bridges, 62, of Gate City, VA, was escorted by angels to his Heavenly home on Sunday, May 5th, 2019. Michael was born in Charlotte, North Carolina in 1957. He graduated from Harding High School class of 1976. He then went on to attend Chowan College from 1977-1979. Michael joined the Navy in 1981 where he fought in...

Charles David Sparks

Charles David Sparks

May 4, 2019

Charles David Sparks, 67, passed away on Saturday, May 4, 2019. Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to serve the Sparks family.

Robert W. Shackelford

Robert W. Shackelford

May 3, 2019

Robert Shackelford, age 83, of Kingsport, TN, left his loving family to be with the Lord on Friday, May 3, 2019, with his loving family by his side at Holston Valley Medical Center. He was born in Carnegie, Oklahoma and had been living in Kingsport, TN for the last 27 years. He loved to gamble. He was a retired...

Virginia Kate Walker Owen

Virginia Kate Walker Owen

May 2, 2019

Virginia Kate Walker Owen, 82, passed away on Thursday, May 2, 2019. Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to serve the Owens family.

Timothy James Allen

Timothy James Allen

May 2, 2019

Timothy James Allen, 56, of Kingsport, went to be with his Lord and Savior on May 2, 2019. Born on September 15, 1962, Tim was loved by his family and everyone who knew him. Tim is preceded in death by his mother, Shirley Chapman Romero. He is survived by his father, Gene Allen; stepfather, Gene Romero; sisters, Tammy, Teresa...

Janice Marie Walker

Janice Marie Walker

Apr 28, 2019

Janice Marie Walker, 72, passed away on Sunday, April 28, 2019. Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to serve the Walker family.