OBITUARIES

Bethel Mike Childress

Bethel Mike Childress

Aug 10, 2024

Bethel Mike Childress, age 69, passed away peacefully after a short battle with cancer on August 10, 2024 at Holston Valley Hospital in Kingsport, Tennessee. Mike was born September 13, 1954 to the late Worley Ray and Bonnie Ethel Childress. He was a lifelong resident of Blackwater, Virginia.

MIke is preceded in death by parents, Worley Ray Childress and Bonnie Ethel...

Donna Marie Hillhouse

Donna Marie Hillhouse

Aug 9, 2024

Donna Marie Hillhouse, 82, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Friday, August 9, 2024.

Services will be private.

Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to serve the family.

Michael Lee May

Michael Lee May

Aug 8, 2024

Michael May, beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 8th, 2024, while in Hospice care in Bristol. He was predeceased by his parents, Jack and Lena Louise May.

Michael is survived by his devoted wife, Sharon May; his son, David May; his daughter, Sarah May-Smith; and his cherished grandsons, Colt and Waylon May. He is also survived by...

Jeffrey Glen Houseright

Jeffrey Glen Houseright

Aug 8, 2024

Jeffrey G. Houseright

Kingsport, TN

1966 - 2024

Jeffrey G. Houseright, 57, of Kingsport, TN, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 8, 2024. Jeff was a man of deep faith, a proud veteran, and a beloved member of his community who touched the lives of many with his kindness and zest for life.

A lifelong resident of the area, Jeff graduated...

Nancy Elaine Owens

Nancy Elaine Owens

Aug 6, 2024

Nancy Elaine Owens, 72, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Tuesday, August 6, 2024.

Services will be private.

Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to serve the family.

Raymond Darrell Church

Raymond Darrell Church

Aug 6, 2024

Raymond Darrell Church, 73, of Johnson City, TN, passed away on Tuesday, August 6, 2024. Shortly after graduating high school, Darrell served his country in the US Army. He was well known throughout the area as a dynamic and talented singer and over the span of his life, he performed as lead singer and front man for a multitude of...

Cecilia Mae Thompson

Cecilia Mae Thompson

Aug 5, 2024

Cecilia Mae Thompson, 53, of Johnson City, TN, passed away on Monday, August 5, 2024.

Services will be private.

Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to serve the family.

Carol Sue Carter

Carol Sue Carter

Aug 5, 2024

Carol Sue Carter, 77, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Monday, August 5, 2024.

Services will be private.

Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to serve the family.

Carol Sue Carter

Carol Sue Carter

Aug 5, 2024

Carol Varney Carter was born in Delbarton, West Virginia on June 6th, 1947. She died on August 5th, 2024 at her home, after a valiant battle with ovarian cancer. Carol was the daughter on the late Ben and Ophelia Edwards Varney. She grew up in Matewan, West Virginia and later Buskirk, KY. She was a graduate of Magnolia High School...

Harry Peacemaker

Harry Peacemaker

Aug 3, 2024

Harry Peacemaker, 78, of Marion, VA, passed away on Saturday, August 3, 2024.

Services will be private.

Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to serve the family.

Joen Kyle Serena

Joen Kyle Serena

Aug 3, 2024

Joen Kyle Serena, 35, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Saturday, August 3, 2024.

Joen had a deep passion for the outdoors and embraced every opportunity to "rough it" in nature. Whether he was camping, fishing, or cooking in unique, old-fashioned ways, Joen found joy in the simplicity of life. He had a genuine love for cooking and was always eager...

Jason Steven Andrew Mitchell

Jason Steven Andrew Mitchell

Aug 3, 2024

Jason Steven Andrew Mitchell, 50, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Saturday, August 3, 2024.

Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to serve the family.

Kenny Eugene Collin Jr.

Kenny Eugene Collin Jr.

Aug 3, 2024

Kenny Eugene Collin Jr., 44, of Bristol, TN, passed away on Saturday, August 3, 2024.

Kenny was passionate about working on cars and enjoyed playing baseball and basketball. He was dedicated to improving his life and was on a path of rehabilitation. He had a deep love for his family and children and spent most of his life in Bristol. Kenny...

Dwight Michael Smith

Dwight Michael Smith

Aug 3, 2024

Dwight “Mike” Smith passed away on August 3rd, 2024 after giving a great fight to an extended illness. He was wonderful Christian Father and Grandfather. He loved being outside pedaling with anything/everything he could. He really loved watching his tomato plants grow. 

When Mike was 14 years old, he met his love of his life and married her on May 1st,1972:...

Robert Lee Light

Robert Lee Light

Aug 3, 2024

Robert Lee Light, 84, of Kingsport, TN, gained his Heavenly Wings on Saturday, August 3rd, 2024.

Born in Kingsport in 1940, Robert was a cherished member of Tabernacle Baptist Church for 56 years. He served his church faithfully, cooking breakfast for the meet and eat group every Sunday and working on various construction projects, including installing windows. Robert had a servant's...

Karen Jane Whetsel

Karen Jane Whetsel

Aug 3, 2024

Karen Jane (Kacey) Whetsel, 77, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Saturday, August 3, 2024.

Kacey left this world a better place. Her compassion and tenacity was passed on. She was a beautician for 60 years, the last 31 at Hair 10 in Kingsport where she has many friends and memories.

She will reunite with her parents, Erle and Stella Cotton; sister,...

Michael Ray Gibson

Michael Ray Gibson

Aug 2, 2024

Michael Ray Gibson gained his wings and entered the gates of heaven on 8/2/2024 after an extended illness.

Michael loved hunting, fishing, dirt bikes, and motocross racing. There was no greater love in this world than what he had for his four daughters. He was a man who worked long hours to ensure his family had what they needed and wanted....

Kelly Lynette Gooden

Kelly Lynette Gooden

Aug 2, 2024

Kelly Lynette Gooden, 55, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Friday, August 2, 2024.

Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to serve the family.

Brandon Lee Presley

Brandon Lee Presley

Aug 1, 2024

Brandon Lee Presley, 26, of Gate City, VA, passed away on Thursday, August 1, 2024.

Born in Kingsport, TN, in 1997, Brandon's greatest passion was coon hunting, a pursuit he loved more than anything else in the world. A graduate of Gate City High School class of 2017, he was known for his outgoing personality and lovable nature. Brandon had a...

James William Fleenor

James William Fleenor

Aug 1, 2024

James William Fleenor, 72, of Blountville, TN, passed away on Thursday, August 1, 2024.

James was born in Blountville in 1952. He worked as a pipe fitter at Eastman and was a true jack of all trades, though he claimed mastery in none. He was a builder by nature, loved to construct things, and had a passion for collecting treasures....