OBITUARIES

May 25, 2024

Betty A. Winburn, age 70, of Blountville, TN, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 25, 2024. Born in Bristol, Tennessee in 1953, Betty was a loving and devoted family member. She had a passion for embroidery, dancing, music, and gardening, all of which brought joy to her and those around her. Betty is preceded in death by her son,...

May 24, 2024

Mary Ellen Horner best known as "Little Mary", 74, of Kingsport, TN, is resting in God's arms today having passed on Friday, May 24th, 2024. Little Mary was predeceased by her father, Orgie Thomas; mother, Anna Marie Bible Smith; first husband, Kyle K. Sells; second husband, Larry Junior Horner; great uncle and aunt Lee and Jennie Lee Sells Hunt...

May 24, 2024

Susan Dawn Barr Mitchell, 61, of Bristol, VA, went to be with the Lord on Friday, May 24, 2024 at Greystone Healthcare. She was preceded in death by her parents Jack "June" Barr and Lucille (Tester) Barr; her brother, Jeffery Curtis; her grandparents, James and Lucy (Dowel) Barr, Donald and Josephine (Phillips) Tester; her son, Jamie Isaacs; nephew, Troy...

May 23, 2024

Melanie "Mel" K. Davis, 54, of Mt. Carmel, TN, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 23, 2024. Born in Blacksburg, Virginia, Melanie was proud of her career as a paralegal, working for several law firms over the years. She took great pride in her children and found joy in outdoor activities like hiking, camping, and swimming,...

May 22, 2024

Ernest Floyd Mowdy Jr., 78, of Church Hill, TN, passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2024. Jr was predeceased in death by his wife, Deborah Mowdy; parents, Ernest Mowdy Sr. and Elizabeth Virginia McCloud; brother, Charles Mowdy; great grandson, Jonah Tillson. He is survived by his fiance, Penny Johnson; son, Richard Mowdy and wife Kim; daughter, Elizabeth Nichols and...

May 19, 2024

Teresa Gay Isley, 66, of Kingsport, TN, entered her eternal home on Sunday, May 19th, 2024 after a short illness. Teresa attended Daniel Boone High School class of 1977. She was predeceased by her father, Johnnie Cox; brother, Fred Cox. Left to cherish her memories are her husband of 10 years, Huston Isley; son, Donald Cox; mother, Trula Cox;...

May 19, 2024

It is with profound sadness that I share the passing of my beloved husband of 20 years, Jackie Lynn Gissendanner. He left us on May 19th, 2024 at the age of 70, surrounded by his loving family and friends in his final moments. Jackie always made sure his family wanted for nothing and cherished every moment shared with his...

May 19, 2024

Kathy Lee Ruth Cyr, 69, of Church Hill, TN, passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2024. Kathy was known for her quiet and kind-hearted nature. She was tough and stubborn, qualities that defined her strength. A passionate supporter of Donald Trump, she was also a devoted animal advocate and had a deep love for animals. Kathy's intelligence shone through...

May 17, 2024

Deborah "Debbie" White Charlton, 66, of Kingsport, TN, went to be with the Lord on Friday, May 17, 2024. Debbie is a survivor, she had made it through the murder of her husband in 1989, breast cancer in 2004, a stroke in 2016, and buried her oldest daughter, Christina Charlton Bradley in 2021. Despite the hardships she endured, Debbie...

May 17, 2024

Howard L Carter, 72, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Friday, May 17, 2024. Arrangements are incomplete at this time. Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to serve the family.

May 17, 2024

Jo Ann Readel 1/4/1941 Friday, May 17, 2024 --------------------------- Jo Ann Readel, 83, of Church Hill, TN, passed away on Friday, May 17, 2024. Survived by daughters, Debra Lopez and husband, John, and Dawn Bellis and husband Michael; 5 grandchildren, Jennifer Lopez, Michael Lopez, Kristin Stevens, Kate Bellis, and Kevin Bellis; great-granddaughter, Ella Lopez; and many nieces and nephews....

May 16, 2024

Martha Clydene Linebaugh, 62, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2024. Martha Linebaugh was born January 11th 1962. She loved her kids and grandkids. She would help you out if she was able to in any way she could. Martha would tell you stories. She was a very caring and loving person. She got along with...

May 15, 2024

In Loving Memory of Corporal Edward "Eddie" Elliott It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Edward "Eddie" Elliott, a cherished father, grandfather, and esteemed Marine, who left us on May 15th at the age of 64. Born on June 16th, Eddie was a man of unwavering courage, boundless love, and an infectious zest for life....

May 14, 2024

Terry Lynne (Propest) Patrick, 54, of Kingsport, TN, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 14th, 2024, at Holston Valley Medical Center. Preceding her in death were her parents, Ralph Eugene Propest and Patsy Sue Propest; her beloved husband of 15 years, Bobby Glenn Patrick; her cherished friend, Georgia Ann Spicer; and her special niece, Chelsea Dockery....

May 14, 2024

Linda Baskett Shelby 12/5/1939 Tuesday, May 14, 2024 --------------------------- Linda Baskett Shelby, 84 of Wilsonville, Alabama passed away, Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at an assisted living facility near her son in Kingsport, Tennessee. She is survived by her husband, Marcus E. (Mark) Shelby; 2 children, David Shelby (Melissa Stroup) and Melissa Shelby (David Looney); and 2 grandchildren, Solomon Looney...

May 13, 2024

Sadie Gilbert Englebert, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother went home to be with her Lord and Savior on May 13, 2024 at the age of 95. She is preceded in death by her husband of 62 years Cecil, parents Harry and Beatrice Worrell Gilbert, sisters Margaret, Jane, Beatrice, Elizabeth, brothers Harry Jr. and James, daughter-in-law Kim, son-in-law Mickey. She...

May 13, 2024

Carol Jean Brown, 68, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Monday, May 13, 2024. Carol was a life long resident of Kingsport, Tennessee. She is preceded by her husband, David Brown; father, McKinley Christian; mother, Mary Light; stepfather Wayne Light; brother, Kenneth Christian; sister, Sheila Farmer; and son, Kenneth Brown. Carol is survived by her children, Melanie Odham and...

May 12, 2024

Janice A. Turner McReynolds 4/27/1940 Sunday, May 12, 2024 --------------------------- Janice A. Turner McReynolds, 84, of Bristol, VA, went to visit the Lord on Sunday, May 12, 2024. Born a coal miner's daughter, Janice was the epitome of resilience and dedication. She spent over 30 years as a devoted military wife, supporting her husband through the Vietnam War and...

May 12, 2024

Nick Gilliam, 41, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2024. After a long illness, he is now in the hands of Jesus.

Nick was born and lived most of his life in Kingsport, Tennessee. He attended Sullivan North High School, where he earned his G.E.D. and spent 3 years in the military....

May 10, 2024

Ashley Suzanne McNutt 9/9/1986 Friday, May 10, 2024 --------------------------- Ashley Suzanne McNutt, 37, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Friday, May 10, 2024. Ashley McNutt was a soul full of Love and Grace, a testament of Strength, and a fount of Kindness. She was a Best Friend, a True Love, a paradigm of Humanity, and the most excellent Mother...