OBITUARIES

Daniel Ross Mccarthy

Daniel Ross Mccarthy

Apr 24, 2024

Daniel "Dan" Ross McCarthy, 82, passed away on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, in Fall Branch, TN. Born in Rockford, Illinois, Dan was an accomplished electrical engineer in the manufacturing sector and a savvy entrepreneur who owned Commander Boats and Command Technologies, a respected machine shop. Dan's passions extended beyond his professional life. He was a gifted woodworker, creating many beautiful...

Daniel Bradford

Daniel Bradford

Apr 22, 2024

Daniel Bradford, aged 76, from Flint, TX, passed away on Monday, April 22, 2024. Born in Springfield, Missouri, Daniel spent most of his life in Texas. He dedicated many years to working as a crane operator for the railroad, a job he took great pride in. Daniel had a zest for life, frequently found riding along backroads, and had a...

Clayton Maynard Proctor

Clayton Maynard Proctor

Apr 21, 2024

Clayton Maynard Proctor, 39, of Fort Blackmore, VA, passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2024. Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to serve the family.

James Edward Akers

James Edward Akers

Apr 21, 2024

James Edward Akers, 90, of Kingsport, TN, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 21, 2024. He passed away at the CLC at Mountain Home, VA, Johnson City. James was born on May 26th, 1933, in Sullivan County, Tennessee. He proudly served the United States in the Air Force for 10 years. He was a successful...

Claudia Gail Otey

Claudia Gail Otey

Apr 21, 2024

Claudia Gail Otey 12/22/1960 Sunday, April 21, 2024 --------------------------- Claudia Gail Otey, 63, of Elizabethton, TN, passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2024. Claudia is preceded in death by her parents, Dayton and Bertha May Townsend; siblings, Roncella Phillips, Daylene Tolley, Bobby Townsend, and Maria Townsend; and son, Greggory. She is survived by her loving children, Angel Trent (husband,...

Melissa Gail Leonard

Melissa Gail Leonard

Apr 20, 2024

Melissa G. Leonard "Missi" passed away at home Saturday, April 20, 2024. She will be missed by everyone that knew her. She was a graduate of Powell Valley High School in 1993. She loved the outdoors, and her music, and her little dog, Oogley. He was so special to her. She lived all her life in Big Stone Gap....

Ronald Lee Emmert

Ronald Lee Emmert

Apr 19, 2024

Ronald Lee Emmert, 80, of Johnson City, TN, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2024. He is preceded in death by Joseph Woodrow Emmert and Dimple Hopkins Emmert; one sister, and one brother. He is survived by one brother; several nieces and nephews; and special friend, Geoff James. Special thanks to Quillen VA Medical Center, Smoky Mountain Hospice, Carebridge,...

Zada Phillips Richards

Zada Phillips Richards

Apr 18, 2024

Zada Phillips Richards February 22nd, 1935 - Thursday, April 18, 2024 --------------------------- Zada P. Richards, 89, of Shed Ridge Lane, Fall Branch, TN, passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2024, to begin her everlasting life with her Lord and Savior. She reunites with her childhood sweetheart and husband of 51 years, Bill G. Richards, who died on August 6,...

Angela Kay Gutierrez

Angela Kay Gutierrez

Apr 18, 2024

Angela Kay Gutierrez, 44, of Johnson City, TN, passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at the Johnson City Medical Center surrounded by her family. Angela was born on August 13th, 1979, to the late David Paul Smith and Debra Ruth Carr in Johnson City. Angela was an avid dog lover and dog breeder. She enjoyed music and she...

Rickey Lee Lane

Rickey Lee Lane

Apr 17, 2024

Rick Lane went to be with the Lord on April 17, 2024, at his home with his loving wife by his side. Born on April 15, 1958, to Carl and Sue Lane, Rick's journey through life was marked by deep faith and devotion to his family. He is preceded in death by his father, Carl Lane. He leaves behind...

Jennifer Ann Smith

Jennifer Ann Smith

Apr 16, 2024

Jennifer Ann Smith 1/9/1985 Tuesday, April 16, 2024 --------------------------- Jennifer Ann Smith, age 39, of Telford, TN, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at Johnson City Medical Center, following a brief illness. Jennifer was known for her profound love for her family and friends, whose company she cherished dearly. She found joy and solace in the simplicity...

Robert Steven Condry

Robert Steven Condry

Apr 15, 2024

Robert Steven "Steve" Condry, 73, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Monday, April 15, 2024. Many people may recognize Steve from The Stateline Bar and Grill, where he and his wife ran the restaurant and bar for 30 years. Steve had a green thumb, he loved growing roses in his garden and for others. He genuinely loved people and...

Charles Ray Snyder

Charles Ray Snyder

Apr 15, 2024

Charles Ray Snyder, 71, of Gate City, VA, passed away on Monday, April 15, 2024. Charles was born on 11th day of December ,1952 in Fleming Kentucky. At about 2 years of age , he moved with his parents to Lorain County ,Ohio. He worked at Elyria Memorial Hospital as a orderly transporter until he became disabled . Charles...

Bonnie Lou Taylor

Bonnie Lou Taylor

Apr 11, 2024

Losing a wife and a mother is one of the deepest sorrows a heart can know. But, now you are our angel. Mrs. Bonnie Lou Taylor went home to be with the Lord Thursday April the 11th, 2024 at Bristol Regional Medical Center. She is proceeded in death by one son Tommy Taylor Jr and one sister Peggy Cupp....

Gary Russell Sykes

Gary Russell Sykes

Apr 7, 2024

Gary Russell Sykes, age 53, of Kingsport, Tennessee, died peacefully in his sleep and went to be with our Lord in Heaven on Sunday, April the 7th. He was the most kind, generous and helpful man anyone could ever have known, he was loved by all who knew him, and he dearly loved all his family. He proudly served...

Annies Bernice Arnold

Annies Bernice Arnold

Apr 7, 2024

Annies Bernice Arnold, 61, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2024. She is preceded in death by her parents, Alfred Hickman and Mary Kate Drinnon; brothers, Harold Hickman, Charles Hickman, and Coy Hickman; and sisters, JoAnn Gibson, Donna Hickman. Left to cherish her memories are her daughters, Mary Ann Webb, Nancy Marie Flores, Stacy Arnold; son,...

Nora Mae Jones

Nora Mae Jones

Apr 7, 2024

Nora Mae Jones, a beloved sister and aunt, 87, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2024. Nora was born July 8th, 1936 in Kingsport, Tennessee. She was a life long resident of Kingsport. Nora was a life long member of Central Presbyterian Church, also in Kingsport. She retired from Quebecor after 40 years of service. She...

Jerry Ray Smith

Jerry Ray Smith

Apr 6, 2024

Jerry Ray Smith, 76, from Church Hill, TN, peacefully joined the angels and his cherished departed on Saturday, April 6, 2024. Born in Kingsport and raised in Virginia, Jerry's life was a testament to love, laughter, and hard work. Jerry had a passion for tinkering with cars, a skill he honed over the years. He took immense love and...

Darian Ryan Weber

Darian Ryan Weber

Apr 6, 2024

Darian Ryan Weber August 29, 1999 - April 6, 2024 With profound sorrow, we announce the departure of Darian Ryan Weber, a cherished son, artist, and friend, who left us too soon on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at the young age of 24. Born on a sunny day of August 29th, 1999, Darian was a beacon of creativity and...

Mark Wayne Nichols

Mark Wayne Nichols

Apr 5, 2024

Mark Wayne "Shoestring" Nichols, 53, of Johnson City, TN, passed away on Friday, April 5, 2024. Mark lived his life on his own terms, bound only by his desire for adventure and love of the rails. Through hundreds of online videos, Mark shared his life and knowledge of traveling with hundreds of thousands of fans worldwide. Mark was a...