OBITUARIES

Donald Ray “Donnie” Tipton

Donald Ray “Donnie” Tipton

Dec 4, 2016

Donald Ray “Donnie” Tipton, 50, passed away on Sunday, December 4, 2016. He was born on June 12, 1966, the son of the late Morris and Linda Tipton. He is also preceded in death by his sisters, Reedy Tipton and Wanda Smith. He is survived by his best friend and loving wife of 8 years, Jenifer Tipton; step-sons, Marcus...

Johnny Wayne Rochester

Johnny Wayne Rochester

Dec 3, 2016

Johnny Wayne Rochester, 55, passed away on Saturday, December 3, 2016. Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) will be serving the family.

Stephanie Renee Armour

Stephanie Renee Armour

Dec 2, 2016

Stephanie Renee Armour, 49, passed away on Friday, December 2, 2016. Renee was born in Denver, Colorado and moved to Kingsport where she spent the most of her life. She was a remarkable person who had many friends. Renee was the type of person who put others before herself. Renee treasured her grandkids, they were her whole world. She...

Katie D. Woods

Katie D. Woods

Nov 30, 2016

Katie D. Woods, age 62, of Kingsport, TN went to be with the Lord on November 30, 2016. She was born in Hampton, TN on April 22, 1954, the daughter of the late Arlie Woods and Ivalee Arnett Woods. She was also preceded in death by her son, Danny Baird; and two brothers, Joe Woods and Kenneth Woods. She...

Joy Davis Rana

Joy Davis Rana

Nov 30, 2016

Joy Davis Rana, 85, passed away on Wednesday, November 30, 2016. Services will be private. Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to be serving the family of Ms. Rana.

Joel Michael And Lisa Madere Guy

Joel Michael And Lisa Madere Guy

Nov 26, 2016

Joel Michael Guy, age 61 and Lisa Madere Guy, age 55, passed away suddenly at their home in Knoxville on November 26, 2016. Joel was an Engineering Designer and Lisa was a Human Resources Administrator. They were married for 33 years and were true soulmates. They adored their grandchildren and their love for life and travel took them to...

Irene Richardson Gause

Irene Richardson Gause

Nov 25, 2016

Irene Richardson Gause age 76 of Kingsport, TN went to be with the Lord November 25, 2016. She was born in Kingsport, TN, the daughter of the late Fred and Grace Richardson. She retired from JP Stevens and was of the Baptist faith. She was a devoted wife, mother, sister and grandmother. She enjoyed crafts, yard sales, puzzle books...

Betsey Hope Weston

Betsey Hope Weston

Nov 24, 2016

Betsey Hope Weston, 58, passed away on Thursday, November 24, 2016. She is preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Phoebe Decatur; and sister, Jeanie Decatur. She is survived by her sons, Raymond Decatur, Willie and wife, Dawn Lewis, and Lee and Sarah Lewis; sixteen grandchildren; sisters, Darla Carter and Vickie Oliver; and several brothers. A memorial service...

Gary Lynn Bragg

Gary Lynn Bragg

Nov 22, 2016

Gary Lynn Bragg, 77, passed away on Tuesday, November 22, 2016. Services for Mr. Bragg will be announced at a later date. Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to be serving the family.

Susie Elizabeth Wright

Susie Elizabeth Wright

Nov 21, 2016

Susie Elizabeth Wright, 58, of Kingsport, TN went to be with her Lord on Monday, November 21, 2016 after an extended battle with cancer. She was a devoted wife, mother, Nana, sister and she was a blessed child of God. She is preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Rachel Trent; in-laws, George and Nancy Wright ; sister,...

Virginia Juanell Wilson

Virginia Juanell Wilson

Nov 19, 2016

Virginia Juanell Wilson, 80, passed away on Saturday, November 19, 2016. Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) will be serving the family.

Sharanlee Galastro

Sharanlee Galastro

Nov 18, 2016

Sharanlee Galastro, 62, passed away on Friday, November 18, 2016. Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) will be serving the family.

Donnie Lynn Brickey

Donnie Lynn Brickey

Nov 16, 2016

Donnie Lynn Brickey, 61, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 16, 2016. He is preceded in death by his father, Bobby Brickey; and brother, Bobby Alan. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Edith Brickey; son, Jack and wife, April Fitzwater; daughter, Jennifer and husband, Roland Roberts; grandkids, Katie (Roberts), and Casey and Jackson...

Leeann Samantha King

Leeann Samantha King

Nov 13, 2016

Ms. LeeAnn Samantha King unexpectedly passed away in Kingsport, TN on November 13, 2016 at the young age of 51. LeeAnn was born on June 19, 1965 in Winter Park, FL to John and Suzy Roberts. She served in the U.S. Navy and later worked at Bojangles as Store Manager, where she made an impact on each of Kingsport...

Cindy Sue "Angel" Rittenour

Cindy Sue "Angel" Rittenour

Nov 13, 2016

Cindy Sue "Angel" Rittenour, 55, passed away on Sunday, November 13, 2016. Angel was born in Minot, ND and moved to Tennessee a few years ago. She loved her family, especially her grandson, Dusty. When she had time, she would shop online or play mahjong. She loved her pets, Toby and Skittles. Angel was attending Crossroads Christian Church with...

Lena Mae Overbay

Lena Mae Overbay

Nov 11, 2016

Lena Mae Overbay, 83, went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 11, 2016. She was a lifelong resident of Kingsport, Tennessee. She is preceded in death by her parents, Allen Bud Begley and Martha L. Cavin; husband, John Overbay; and brother, James Begley. She is survived by her brother, Hubert Begley Sr. A private graveside service will...

Juanita Frances Morelock Lane

Juanita Frances Morelock Lane

Nov 9, 2016

Juanita Frances Morelock Lane, 80, went to be with her Savior on Wednesday, November 9th, 2016. She was a lifelong resident of Kingsport and a lifelong active member of Sunrise Baptist Church. She was an alto singer for the Morelock Singers for over 20 years. She is preceded in death by her parents, Kyle E. Morelock and Annie Florence...

Clinton Wade Ketron

Clinton Wade Ketron

Nov 8, 2016

Clinton “Wade” Ketron, born on June 23, 1954, passed away on Tuesday, November 08, 2016 at Bristol Regional Medical Center after on extended illness. He was born and raised in Kingsport, but lived many years in Knoxville. He was employed by the City of Kingsport for 23 years. He was a graduate of Sullivan West High School and was...

Estill William Fairchild

Estill William Fairchild

Nov 5, 2016

Estill William (Bill) Fairchild died peacefully at his home after a long illness on Saturday, November 5, 2016. He was born in Paintsville, Kentucky on August 29, 1927 and he grew up in Paintsville, Kentucky. At the age of 18 years old, he joined the Merchant Marines as an Able Bodied Seaman and retired after 50 years as a...

Robert Julio Quinones

Robert Julio Quinones

Oct 29, 2016

Robert “Bob” Julio Quinones, 66, of Mt. Carmel, TN, passed away on Saturday, October 29, 2016. Bob was born in Willimantic, Connecticut and lived in Mt. Carmel for the last 12 years. Bob loved to travel the Florida beaches with his bud. He was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. He is preceded in death by his parents, Julio...