OBITUARIES
Oscar Neal Byington
Jul 2, 2026
Oscar Neal Byington, 74, of Gate City, VA, went to find rest in the arms of Christ on Thursday, July 2, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Neal was born and raised in this area and spent his life here among the people and places he loved. He was very proud of his service in the United States...
Elmer Ellis Antley
Jul 1, 2026
Elmer Ellis Antley
9/14/1965 Wednesday, July 1, 2026
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Elmer Ellis Antley, 60, of Jonesborough, TN, went to be with the Lord at his home in Jonesborough, Tennessee. He was born on September 14th, 1965 to the late Ellis Carl and Nina Sue Antley.
Sam E.E. Antley was born Elmer Ellis Antley, a name he later set aside in favor of the one by...
William Phillip Yezek IV
Jun 30, 2026
William Phillip Yezek IV, affectionately known to friends and family as "Chip," passed away on June 30, 2026, at Holston Valley Medical Center after a lengthy illness.
Chip was born on September 25, 1969, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to William P. Yezek III and Toni Gale Yezek (née Elder).
He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Toni; his paternal grandparents,...
Barton Maier Smith
Jun 29, 2026
Barton Maier Smith, 86, of Johnson City, TN, passed away on Monday, June 29, 2026.
Barton was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was married 64 years to his loving wife, Wendy and they raised two sons, Bart & Bret. He was affectionately known as the "most wonderful man that I've ever met" by his wife.
He is preceded in death...
Mitzi Louise Covington
Jun 29, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mitzi Louise Covington, 72, of Greeneville, TN, on Monday, June 29, 2026 surrounded by her children.
Born on March 19, 1954, in Greeneville, Mitzi lived a life defined by kindness, strength, and unwavering love for those around her. She dedicated many years as a LPN at Frontier Health, where...
Charlette Dawson Phillips
Jun 29, 2026
Charlette Dawson Phillips 77 of Kingsport, TN, went to be with the Lord, on Monday June 29, 2026, at Holston Valley Medical Center, after a lengthy illness. Charlette was born September 13,1948, to the late Virginia Dawson Fancher and stepfather Gerald Fancher. A graduate of Dobyns-Bennett High School, Charlette retired from Eastman Chemical Company with 25+ years of service. She...
Robert Perry
Jun 29, 2026
Robert Perry, 68, of Bluff City, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, June 29, 2026.
Robert was a devoted father who deeply loved his two sons, Heath and Hunter. He found joy in music and could often be heard listening to and singing his favorite songs. He enjoyed playing basketball, softball, and golf with friends and family, creating...
Eddie Eugene Jackson
Jun 29, 2026
Eddie Eugene Jackson, 77, of Kingsport, TN, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 29, 2026, surrounded by his loving children.
A lifelong resident of the Kingsport area, Eddie lived a simple life, but it was a life filled with hard work, humor, and love for the people around him. He was the kind of man who believed in staying busy, taking...
Barbara Tompkins
Jun 29, 2026
Barbara Henley Tompkins, lovingly known as "Ninny" to her family, passed away peacefully on June 29th, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was born on July 5th, 1944, in Kingsport, TN to parents Winnie and Chris Henley.
Barbara was a devoted woman of faith and a true prayer warrior. She was deeply involved in her church and found joy in serving...
Joann Cobb Giles
Jun 28, 2026
Joann Cobb Giles, 85, died on Sunday, June 28, 2026, at her son's home in Blountville, Tennessee. She was born December 1, 1940, to the late Spencer Lamar and Hazel Warner Cobb.
She was proceeded in death by her husband, George Lawrence Giles.
She is survived by her two sons, Douglas Spencer Giles (Sandy) of Blountville, Tennessee and David Calvin Giles...
Larry Steven Scism
Jun 27, 2026
In Loving Memory of Larry Steven Scism
Larry Steven Scism, age 56, of Greenville, Tennessee, passed away on June 27, 2026. Born on December 24, 1969, Steven lived a life filled with love for his family, the outdoors, and music. Steven will be remembered for his love of fishing, hunting, and the simple joys of nature. An avid outdoorsman, he...
Robert Dewayne Cowden
Jun 26, 2026
Robert "Bob" Dewayne Cowden, of Fall Branch, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 26, 2026, at the age of 63.
Bob was an avid outdoorsman who found his greatest peace on the water with a fishing rod in hand. Fishing was more than a hobby, it was a passion that brought him joy and created...
Justin Steven Bowen
Jun 26, 2026
Justin Steven Bowen, 39, of Kingsport, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, June 26, 2026, at Holston Valley Medical Center after a long and courageous battle with diabetes, surrounded by the love of his family.
Justin was truly one of a kind. His kind heart, genuine spirit, and easygoing nature touched countless lives. He had a way of making others feel welcomed...
Larry David Wilkinson
Jun 25, 2026
Larry David Wilkinson, 78, of Kingsport, TN, peacefully passed away after a lengthy illness on Thursday, June 25, 2026.
Larry was a lifelong resident of Kingsport and proud 1967 graduate of Dobyns-Bennett High School, he carried with him the kind of hometown roots that never really leave a person. His life was built here, among family, friends, familiar roads, old stories,...
Jack William Stallard
Jun 23, 2026
Jack William Stallard, 76, of Bristol, Virginia, went to be with the Lord on June 23, 2026, surrounded by the love of the family and friends who meant so much to him.
Born on April 27, 1950, in Abingdon, Virginia, Jack lived a life rooted in faith, family, hard work, and quiet service to others. He was the son of the...
Linda Lou Householder
Jun 22, 2026
Linda Lou Householder, 84, of Kingsport, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, June 22, 2026. Born on December 4, 1941, Linda lived a life filled with love, faith, and devotion to her family. She especially cherished time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who brought her so much joy. She also loved her church family, reading, and gardening, and found happiness in...
Wayne James Brickey
Jun 20, 2026
On February 23, 1944, Wayne James Brickey was born near Fort Blackmore in Scott County, Virginia. His homecoming was June 20, 2026, with his loving wife of 37 years by his side. After his father returned from WWII, they moved to Gate City, Virginia. He played football at Gate City High School and graduated in 1962. He had many fond...
Sandra Joan Smith
Jun 19, 2026
Sandra Joan Smith, age 87, of Kingsport, Tennessee, formerly of Goshen, Indiana, went home to be with the Lord on June 19, 2026. She was born on August 5, 1938, in Ligonier, Indiana, to the late John and Edith Guthrie.
Sandra was a faithful follower of Jesus and lived a life marked by quiet strength, devotion, and love for her family....
Wanda Jo Cradic
Jun 19, 2026
Wanda Jo Cradic, 80, of Church Hill, TN. inherited a renewed celestial body on June 19th, 2026, embraced by her loved ones. Wanda was a lifelong resident of the tri-cities region. Born March 28th, 1946 at Holston Valley Community Hospital. Wanda was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother. She attended ETSU while being a full-time...
Hans Fredrick Moody
Jun 18, 2026
Hans Fredrick "Fred" Moody, born February 15, 1947, in Terre Haute, Indiana, passed away surrounded by the love of his family and friends.
Fred proudly served his country as a United States Navy veteran during the Vietnam War. Following his military service, he worked for many years as an independent general contractor until his retirement.
Fred was married for 50 years to...
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