OBITUARIES

Mar 6, 2015

Mar 6, 2015

Mr. Russell Harold Witmark, 65, passed away Friday (March 6, 2015). Services will be private. Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is proudly serving the family.

Mar 6, 2015

Vincent Owen Lyons, 53, passed from this life on March 6, 2015 in Kingsport, TN. Vincent was born April 1, 1961 in San Fernando, CA. His life's work was metal fabrication, working for Design Build, Short Mountain Silica, and The Boilermakers. He took great pride in the work that he accomplished, being recognized by Design Build in the Business...

Mar 1, 2015

Carrol K. Carey, 65, gained her angel wings on March 1, 2015. She crossed the rainbow bridge to be with her father Carl, brother Eric and Shamus her beloved bulldog. Carrol had a heart of gold and took great pleasure in helping and giving to others. She loved her family, especially all of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Some of...

Feb 28, 2015

Randy Joe Snyder, 57, went to be with the Lord on Saturday (February 28, 2015). Randy was a dedicated truck driver. He enjoyed listening to music, western movies, and spending time with his friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jacob Walter and Dorothy Sue Snyder. He is survived by his sister, Donna Snyder of Bristol; brother,...

Feb 28, 2015

Ms. Teresa Ann Ford, 57, passed away Saturday (February 28, 2015). Born April 7, 1957 to the late Henry Allen and Edith Virginia Ford, Teresa was a lifelong resident of Bristol where she enjoyed working as a seamstress. She is preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her brother, Jonathan Victor Ford, of Bristol. Services will...

Feb 25, 2015

Calvin Wayne Wallen, Jr., 53, passed away on Wednesday (February 25, 2015). He enjoyed spending time with his family, friends, and living life to the fullest. He is preceded in death by his mother, Helen Wallen. He is survived by his father, Calvin Wayne Wallen, Sr. of Mt. Holly, NC.; sister, Desirae Wallen, of Kingsport; brother, Michael "Peanut" Wallen,...

Feb 22, 2015

Feb 19, 2015

Mr. Stephen Francis Kiss, 52, passed away Thursday (February 19, 2015). Services will be private. Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is proudly serving the family.

Feb 19, 2015

Tab Hall I love and miss you, Mom. Dont worry, Ill keep our “secrets.” You were one of the strongest women Ive ever known and words cannot express the gratitude I have that you allowed me to be such a large part of your life. Fly with the angels and save us some chocolate pie!

Feb 16, 2015

Feb 14, 2015

Adrian Bruce Pierson, 55, went to be with the Lord peacefully on Saturday (February 14, 2015) at his residence. Bruce was a very loving father and grandfather. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. In his spare time, he enjoyed mechanic work, and building model cars with his daughter. Bruces passion in life was being a great...

Feb 12, 2015

Frank David Shelley, Sr., 57, went to be with the Lord on Thursday (February 12, 2015) surrounded by his wife, family and friends. Frank enjoyed doing handy-man work, cooking, fishing, and spending time with his family and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Joanne Shelley; brother, Billy Shelley; and sister, Diane Shelley. He is...

Feb 7, 2015

James (Jimmy) Raymond Crawford, 51, went to be with the Lord on Saturday (February 7, 2015). He was a life-long resident of Sullivan County. He enjoyed music, Nascar racing, fishing, and living life to the fullest. He was preceded in death by his parents, Etaka and James Crawford; paternal grandparents, Mary Kate and Redbird Crawford; aunt, Bertha Mullins; and...

Feb 3, 2015

im Leslie Runion, 62, went to Heaven to watch over all of his children on Tuesday (February 3, 2015). He enjoyed spending time with his family, watching television, fishing, and camping. He was of the Baptist faith. Those in Heaven will be experiencing something those remaining here will sorely miss. He is preceded in death by his parents, James...

Feb 1, 2015

Virginia L. Stallard, 96, went to be with the Lord on Sunday (February 1, 2015) after a brief illness. She enjoyed selling Avon and her role in the American Legion Auxiliary. She was an active member of her community, who enjoyed socializing with her customers and friends. She was of the Christian faith. She will be sorely missed. She...

Jan 30, 2015

Sandra Louise Smith, 70, went to be with the Lord on Friday (January 30, 2015) after a brief illness. Sandra was born May 20, 1944 to Howard and Kat Smith. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, bowling, and spending time on the lake. She was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her...

Jan 29, 2015

Mrs. Navada Cole, 89, passed away Thursday (January 29, 2015) at Holston Valley Medical Center. She is preceded in death by her parents, George and Myrtle Stapleton; and brother, David Price. She is survived by her loving children, Nathan Cole, Ray Hilton, Larry Hilton, Lonnie Sampson, and Phillis Robbins. A committal service will be conducted Saturday (January 31, 2015)...

Jan 23, 2015

James Anthony "Tony" Hall, Sr., 54, of Kingsport went to be with the Lord on Friday (January 23, 2015) following a lengthy illness at Holston Valley Medical Center. Born February 12, 1960 to J.E. Hall and Juanita Potts of Fort Blackmore, Va. Tony was a lifelong resident of Kingsport. Tony enjoyed fishing, Nascar racing, gardening, football, and spending time...

Jan 22, 2015

Mr. Roger Lynn Ward, 62, passed away at Holston Valley Medical Center on Thursday (January 22, 2015). Services will be private. Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is proudly serving the family.