OBITUARIES

Charles Wayne Bradley

Charles Wayne Bradley

Jan 18, 2024

Charles Wayne Bradley, 79, of Rogersville, TN, passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2024. Charles was born to Raymond and Roxie Bradley and remained a lifelong resident of Rogersville. He married Alma Hayes and the two of them raised four boys, Dwayne, Mark, Michael, and Jason. Charles worked for Hawkins County on the county road crew and enjoyed his...

Nancy Ann Mccarty

Nancy Ann Mccarty

Jan 18, 2024

Nancy Ann McCarty, 83, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2024. Nancy proudly served in the United States Air Force, attaining the rank of captain. She will be interred at Mountain Home National Cemetery at 3 PM on Thursday, February 22, 2024 with military honors provided by American Legion Hammond Post 3/Gate City Post 265 and...

Mary Katherine Sexton

Mary Katherine Sexton

Jan 16, 2024

Mary Katherine Sexton, age 66, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 16th, 2024, in Kingsport, TN. She was a devoted mother, a beloved Shades of Grace and Oasis community member, and a cherished friend to many. Born in Wichita Falls, Texas, she moved to Kingsport early in her childhood. She was a graduate of Dobyns-Bennett High School and went...

Timothy Lynn Steadman

Timothy Lynn Steadman

Jan 16, 2024

Timothy Lynn Steadman, 67, of Kingsport, TN, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 16, 2024. One of four children, Tim was born to Robert and Eleen Steadman in Kingsport. He graduated from Sullivan West High School where he played baseball and football. Tim went on to proudly serve his country in the US Air Force as...

David John O'Donnell

David John O'Donnell

Jan 16, 2024

David O'Donnell departed this earthly plane on January 15, 2024. He was born on May 22, 1961 in Baltimore Maryland to Bernard and Jeanne O'Donnell. He was greeted on the other side by his father, Bernard; his wife, Soon Fuller; and his furry companions, Pepper and Pablo. He is survived by his mother, Jeanne O'Donnell of Baltimore Maryland; brothers,...

Lois Sams Young

Lois Sams Young

Jan 14, 2024

Lois Ann Sams Young 12/19/1954 to 1/14/2024 Lois Ann Sams Young, beloved wife of Ralph Hendricks Young, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 14, 2024, while at American House Memory Care in Kingsport - surrounded by loved ones. Lois was born on December 19, 1954, in Kingsport to the late Mack William (Bill) Sams and Rita...

Billie Jo Coleman

Billie Jo Coleman

Jan 13, 2024

Billie Jo Branham Coleman, age 67, passed away peacefully in her sleep at Holston Valley Medical Center, on January 13, 2024, after a short battle with lung cancer. She was born June 22, 1956, in Washington DC, and moved to Kingsport in 1968. Billie attended Lynn View High School. She worked for numerous Frontier Health facilities for over two...

Charles James Allen Clark

Charles James Allen Clark

Jan 13, 2024

Charles James Allen Clark "Pete", 57, of Rogersville, TN, passed away on Saturday, January 13th, 2024. Pete was born in Kingsport, but lived for a little while in Indiana. He attended school in Kingsport. Pete was an outdoorsmen, he loved to fish, hunt, and enjoying his time in nature. He was a skilled nuclear worker. Pete worked for Duke...

Charles Carter Hess

Charles Carter Hess

Jan 11, 2024

Charles Carter Hess, 51, of Blountville, TN, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 11, 2024. Charlie had lived in Kingsport, TN, off and on throughout his life while he was growing up, and later as an adult. He played basketball for and graduated from Kingsport Christian School and was a longtime member of Tabernacle Baptist Church....

Charles Glenn Farmer

Charles Glenn Farmer

Jan 10, 2024

Charles Glenn Farmer, age 60, of Church Hill, TN, departed this life in the arms of God for his Heavenly home on January 10, 2024. Glenn was a born again Christian and a beloved member of Calvary Lighthouse Baptist Church in Church Hill, Tennessee. Calvary Lighthouse was his family by love of his Savior Jesus and he will be...

William Carlton Sumner

William Carlton Sumner

Jan 9, 2024

William "Dub" Carlton Sumner, 83, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Tuesday, January 9, 2024. In the year 1940, in the quiet town of Dalton, Georgia, a remarkable life began. William Carlton Sumner, affectionately known as Dub, began his life's journey that would touch many people over the years with his enduring love. Dub spent his early years in...

Daniel Wesley Ritter

Daniel Wesley Ritter

Jan 7, 2024

Daniel "Dan" Wesley Ritter, aged 81, peacefully went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, January 7th, 2024, surrounded by his loving children. He was born in Welch, West Virginia. He later moved to Bristol, Virginia where he spent his life alongside his beloved wife, Katherine. Dan dedicated many years of his life to Superior Motors, where...

Pauline Fleischer

Pauline Fleischer

Jan 1, 2024

Pauline passed away Jan 1, 2024. She was born and raised in Cutshin, KY. She moved to Chicago, IL and lived there most of her adult life. In 1979, she and her husband, George, moved to Tennessee to start their new life, and has resided in Kingsport for over 40 years. She was a supervisor at Gaylord Classics clothing...

Franklin Ray Kiser

Franklin Ray Kiser

Dec 31, 2023

Franklin Ray Kiser Jr., 39, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Sunday, December 31, 2023. Frankie was born and raised in Kingsport. Although most of his life was spent in Kingsport, his favorite place he lived was Gray. Frankie loved his job as a lineman. He started at Dillard Smith construction and then later worked for Elliott Construction. He...

Donna Ann Clark

Donna Ann Clark

Dec 31, 2023

Donna Ann Clark February 5 ,1962 - December 31, 2023 Donna is survived by two sons, Jay and Sam; and three grandchildren, Kylee, Jacob, and Jackson. She was a loving mother and grandmother who fought hard each day to spend the next day with her family. On December 31 she had her last battle and can rest in peace....

Carolyn Sue Morelock Light

Carolyn Sue Morelock Light

Dec 30, 2023

In Loving Memory of Carolyn Sue Morelock Light November 11, 1943 - December 30th, 2023 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Carolyn Light, who departed this world on Saturday December 30th, 2023, at the age of 80, surrounded by the love of her family. Her family takes solace in her unwavering faith and...

Vicky Jean Ward

Vicky Jean Ward

Dec 30, 2023

Vicky Jean Ward, a beloved resident of Kingsport, Tennessee, peacefully departed from this world on December 30, 2023, at the age of 78. Born in Oakdale, California, Vicky led a fulfilling life as a loving mother and dedicated office manager, having retired from HMG. She possessed a deep passion for crafts, particularly crochet, and her heart was forever entwined...

Margaret Ann Dingus

Margaret Ann Dingus

Dec 29, 2023

Margaret Ann Dingus, 82, of Jonesborough, TN, passed away on Friday, December 29th, 2023. Private burial will be held at Mountain Home National Cemetery. Memorial service to be announced at a later time. Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to serve the family.

Mary Ellen Bombailey

Mary Ellen Bombailey

Dec 29, 2023

Mary Ellen Bombailey, 36, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Friday, December 29, 2023. Mary was preceded by her husband, J.R. Siewert; parents, Sam and Retha Kaywood; and other family members, Buck Bombailey, Linda Ball, Larry Bombailey, Donnie Bombailey. She is survived by her brothers, Robert Barrett and wife Maxine, Jeff Barrett and girlfriend Hope Davis; and several nieces...

Fred Lawrence Clevenger

Fred Lawrence Clevenger

Dec 28, 2023

Fred Lawrence Clevenger, aged 80, passed away on Thursday, December 28, 2023, in Kingsport, Tennessee, where he had called home throughout his lifetime. He was born in 1943 to his late parents, A.B. Clevenger Sr. and Ortelle Jennings (Forrester), who were Kingsport natives. Fred graduated from Ketron High School in the Class of 1962, where he thrived as a...