OBITUARIES
Betty Jean Rung
Dec 4, 2023
Betty "BJ" Rung 74, originally of Batavia NY, passed away December 4th, 2023. Betty is preceded in death by her parents, Marjorie and Elliott Rung, and also siblings Diane Iacopelli and Mary Lou Rung. She leaves behind a legacy of love and memories that will forever be treasured by her surviving loved ones, including her daughter, Cheryl Hardenbrook, son...
Misty Leeann Bowser
Dec 3, 2023
On December 3, 2023, Misty Bowser passed away at the age of 49, after a brief battle with cancer. Misty was the biological mother of four children, Allen Dean, Amber Johnson, Dustin Dean and Michael Fields. However, many people considered Misty their surrogate mother. Misty loved her kids and her four beautiful grandchildren, Payton Dean, Alex Graham, Aubrey Dean...
Dorothy Mae Rector
Dec 2, 2023
Dorothy Mae Rector, 89, of Chuckey, TN, passed away on Saturday, December 2, 2023. Born to Andrew and Nellie Tipton Rector in Sullivan County, Tennessee, Dorothy Mae moved to Greene County as a young girl, where she lived the rest of her life. Dorothy Mae loved flowers and enjoyed her garden and bird watching, especially the "red birds." Dorothy...
Kristy Dawn Kindle
Dec 2, 2023
In Loving Memory of Kristy Dawn Kindle May 25, 1976 - December 2, 2023 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Kristy Dawn Kindle, aged 47, of Kingsport, TN, who left us on Saturday, December 2, 2023. Kristy was a remarkable soul, known for her vibrant and outgoing personality. Her kind heart, creativity, and expressiveness...
Virgia Wallen
Dec 2, 2023
Virgie Wallen, 88, of Church Hill, TN, passed away on Saturday, December 2, 2023 at the home. Virgie was born one of many children to Truman France and Martha Hart France in Copper Creek, Virginia. Growing up, she attended Tipton Chapel in Copper Creek. Virgie married Ed Wallen and the couple enjoyed over fifty years together. They had four...
Charles Edward Atkins
Dec 2, 2023
Jobe 1:21 Naked came I out of my mother's womb and naked shall I return thither: The Lord gave and the Lord hath taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord. Charles is now reunited with his beloved wife of 47 years, Donna Morse Atkins, in eternal rest. He also joins his parents, Charles Sr. and Lena Atkins,...
Donna Ann Collins
Dec 1, 2023
Donna Ann Collins, 65, of Weber City, VA, passed away on Friday, December 1st, 2023. She was born in Colombus, Mississippi in 1958. She lived most of her life in Church Hill, Tennessee and was a graduate of Church Hill High School class 1976. Donna was a sweet soul who loved her children and especially her grand children. Her...
Bobby Glen Bullock
Dec 1, 2023
Bobby Glen Bullock, born on February 2nd, 1968, embarked on his heavenly journey to be with the Lord on Friday, December 2nd, 2023 at his home in Kingsport, TN. Bobby was a treasured member of our community, his warm heart, generosity, and delightful sense of humor endeared him to many. He leaves behind a legacy of kindness and laughter...
David Eugene Sexton
Dec 1, 2023
We're writing this with heavy hearts and in loving memory of David Eugene Sexton, who passed away on December 1, 2023, at Holston Valley Medical Center in Kingsport, TN. When David wasn't calling to check on one of his kids, he was likely found riding around on his Harley Davidson, building a new piece of furniture, or having a...
Austin Tanner Chase Cassidy
Nov 30, 2023
Austin Tanner Chase Cassidy (aka: Bubba and Little Man), 27, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Thursday, November 30, 2023, unexpectedly. Austin was born in Kingsport, TN, on October 8, 1996. He was preceded in death by his great grandmother Eva Mae Cassidy (Mother), his beloved grandmother Mary Ann Cassidy (MiMi) who Austin loved very much, and his great...
Sylvia Ann West
Nov 30, 2023
Sylvia Ann West, 69, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Thursday, November 30, 2023. Obituary coming soon. Graveside service will be held at Immanuel Lutheran Church Cemetery on Wednesday December 6th at 11:00 am with Pastor Will Shewey officiating. Memorial service will be held at Shades of Grace UMC on Friday December 8th at noon with Pastor Will Shewey...
Carl Everette Cleek
Nov 29, 2023
Carl Everette Cleek, 71, of Church Hill, TN, passed away on Wednesday, November 29, 2023. Born in Sullivan County to Warren and Violet Cleek, Carl grew up in Gate City, Virginia. He went on to proudly serve his country in the US Army in the Vietnam War. After his service, he worked as a lineman in the cable optic...
David Grant Turpin
Nov 27, 2023
Our beloved David Grant Turpin, age 74, passed peacefully on Monday, November 27, 2023. David was unconditionally loved and supported by his wife of 52 years, Pamela Caudell Turpin, and his daughters, sons-in-law, and grandchildren Ashley, Greg, and Collins LaFon of Bristol, TN, and Lora, Eric, Roan, and Milo Leininger of Greensboro, NC. David was born March 3, 1949,...
Shirley Diane Lester Willis
Nov 24, 2023
Shirley Diane Willis (Steadman), of Kingsport, TN, went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 24th, 2023, surrounded by her family at her home. Born in Welch, West Virginia, Shirley had lived in Kingsport since 1974, and was retired from Senior Home Health Care. She is preceded in death by her parents, Dillard and Ollie Vanover Lester; sisters,...
Curtis Allen Hodge
Nov 22, 2023
Curtis Allen Hodge, 60, of Johnson City, TN, passed away on Wednesday, November 22, 2023. Curtis was known, primarily, as a devoted and loving grandfather to all of his grandchildren. He was also an avid fisherman and loved woodworking and building birdhouses. Curtis was also a biker, who loved to ride his Harley. Cookouts and family time were a...
Debra Ann Davis
Nov 20, 2023
In Loving Memory of Debra Ann Davis Debra Ann Davis, a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great grandmother, passed away on November 20th, 2023, at the age of 70. She was truly a beacon of love and compassion in the world, leaving behind a legacy of warmth and kindness that will forever be cherished. Debra's life journey led...
James Walter Rukkila
Nov 20, 2023
James Walter Rukkila, 74, of Gate City, VA, passed away on Monday, November 20, 2023. Services will be private. Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to serve the family.
Donna Lee Davis
Nov 18, 2023
Donna Lee Davis, 55, of Bluff City, TN, passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2023. Originally from Cecil County, Maryland, Donna recently relocated to Tennessee, where she continued her thirty-five year career as a school bus driver. Donna loved her dog, and her grand babies. Donna is preceded in death by her mother, Ann Stuart; husband, Robert Davis; son,...
Janice Jeffers
Nov 17, 2023
Isaiah 54:17 No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper; and every tongue that shall rise against thee in judgment thou shalt condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, and their righteousness is of me, saith the Lord. Janice Marie Rowland-Jeffers, 77, of Kingsport, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, November 17, 2023, after a...
Robert Henry Nelson
Nov 16, 2023
Robert "Bobby" Henry Nelson III, 65, of Bristol, TN, passed away on Thursday, November 16, 2023. Born to Robert Nelson II and Janice Nelson in Bristol, Tennessee, Bobby spent his life in northeast Tennessee. He was skilled in his craft as a brick mason from which he had just recently retired. Bobby had three children, Bobby, Josh, and Jerry....
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