OBITUARIES

Jan 11, 2025

David Lawrence Rex, 89, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2025.

Services will be private.

Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to serve the family, online condolences can be shared with the family on our website at www.trinitymemorialcenters.com.

Jan 10, 2025

Charles "Charlie" Edward Bowers, 77, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on January 10, 2025.

Charlie was born on April 10, 1947 in Elizabethton, TN to Coy and Maggie Bowers. He was a fun-loving, kind hearted, and generous soul whose smile lit up every room. He was always joking and full of mischief. To know Charlie was...

Jan 9, 2025

Jan 7, 2025

Ronnie Lee Peters, 66, of Bristol, TN, passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2025.

Services will be private.

Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to serve the family, online condolences can be shared with the family on our website at www.trinitymemorialcenters.com.

Jan 7, 2025

Carolyn Judith Davis, 80, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, surrounded by her family.

She was born in Hiltons, VA, to the late Earl and Willie (Sayler) Hickam. Carolyn was also preceded in death by her grandparents, Will and Essie Saylers, and Luther and Nancy Hickam; and her in-laws, Robert and Margaret Davis.

Carolyn was a graduate of...

Jan 6, 2025

Melanie Meashel Valentine, born on February 23, 1979, passed away on January 6, 2025, at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville, Tennessee. At the time of her passing, she was surrounded by her beloved children and her significant other.

Melanie was the cherished daughter of Deborah and Daniel Hodge; and a devoted mother to her three sons, Jeremiah Hodge,...

Jan 5, 2025

On January 5th, 2025 Hobert Wayne Starnes closed his eyes on this world and opened them in paradise. He was born on May 20th, 1948 in Kingsport, TN. At the age of 3, he contracted Polio, was separated from his family, spent the next 18 months in an iron lung and a lifetime overcoming the disease's aftermath. Told he would...

Jan 4, 2025

Michael Stephen Garnett Jr, 53, of Bristol, TN, passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2025.

Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to serve the family, online condolences can be shared with the family on our website at www.trinitymemorialcenters.com.

Jan 4, 2025

Mary Anne Glass, 70, of Hampton, TN, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 4th, 2025.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Earl Glass; parents, Carl and Effie Taylor; sons, Richard Taylor, Phillip Glass.

She is survived by her daughters, Tabitha Roark and husband Andy, Misty Briggs and husband Stephen, Kathy Lyda, Tammy Glass, Donna Curry; sons, Timothy...

Jan 4, 2025

Linda Gail Sutphin, 75, of Telford, TN, passed away on Saturday, January 4th, 2025.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Frank Johnson and Willie Johnson; brothers, Larry, Ed, and Jimmy Johnson; sister, Sandy McCray.

She is survived by her daughter, Patricia Briggs and husband Randy; sons, Larry Dodson, Shane Dodson; grandchildren, Courtney Briggs, Blake Briggs, Dustin Dodson; great grandchild, Bella...

Jan 2, 2025

Blanche C. Lightner, 80, of Fall Branch, TN, passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2025.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Phil Lightner, Sr.; her parents, John H. Crawford, Sr. and Iona Crawford; her brothers, Raymond Crawford, Robert Crawford, Bill Crawford, Austin Crawford, Kermit Crawford, Charles Crawford, Jack Crawford; and her sister, Helen Hite.

Those left to cherish Blanche's memory...

Jan 1, 2025

Edith Winstead, 64, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2025.

Services will be private.

Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to serve the family, online condolences can be shared with the family on our website at www.trinitymemorialcenters.com.

Dec 30, 2024

https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/3158/obituaries/edit/6384060/obituary-writer>Archie Ray Fleenor, age 71, of Blountville, TN, went to be with the Lord on December 30, 2024, at home, surrounded by his loved ones.

Ray enjoyed gardening, watching Nascar and spending time with his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert and Mabel Fleenor; a son, Tommy Fleenor; one brother; and three sisters.

Survivors include his wife...

Dec 30, 2024

Monica Ann Gibson, 43, gained her wings and entered the gates of Heaven unexpectedly at her residence on December 30th, 2024. She was a 1999 graduate of Volunteer High School. She graduated in 2009 from Northeast State Community College with her Nursing Degree. She pursued various fields of nursing for the last 15 years in the Intensive Critical Care, Home...

Dec 30, 2024

Randy Lee Owens, 55, of Limestone, TN, passed away peacefully in his home on Monday, December 30, 2024.

Born in Greeneville, Tennessee but resided in the heart of Limestone for many years, Randy was very well known for working on the dairy farm, in the garage with his sons, or coaching girls on the softball field.

He is preceded in death by...

Dec 29, 2024

Sandra Arlene Perry, 80, of Kingsport, TN, was welcomed by her Savior on Sunday, December 29, 2024 at Life Care Center of Gray after courageously battling her medical conditions for two years, with her devoted and loving husband of 61 years by her side.

Sandy's faith, constant smile, kind soul, and positive attitude was a source of inspiration for those who...

Dec 29, 2024

Richard Poston, at the age of 58, went to meet his Lord and Savior surrounded by his family on December 29, 2024, in Bristol, Tennessee.

He leaves behind his children, Richard "Scott" Poston and Stacie Swanson; former wife, Jamie Poston; grandchildren, Isaiah and Adeline Swanson; and several nephews, cousins, and aunts. He was preceded in death by his parents, Billy...

Dec 28, 2024

Ronny Lee Reid, 87, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on December 28, 2024, with his family by his side.

Ron was born on April 3, 1937, in Spanishburg, WV, to the late Nash and Janie Reid. He was a devoted father, grandfather, and friend and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his children, Cindy Belcher,...

Dec 27, 2024

Rhonda Sue Austin, 58, of Midway, TN, passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024.

She was a very caring, loving individual who would do anything for anyone.

She is preceded in death by her father, Tommy Austin; grandmother, Helen Austin; several uncles; and grandson, Jacoby Good.

She is survived by her daughter, Corlette Davis; mother, Carolyn Davis; brothers, Tommy Davis and wife Lori,...

Dec 26, 2024

Toby R. Silvers, aged 48, of Kingsport, TN, and formerly of Johnson City, TN, passed away on Thursday, December 26, 2024.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Brenda Silvers; his grandmothers, Phyllis Russell Boozer, and Joyce Silvers; as well as several uncles and aunts.

Toby was a lifelong construction worker, having worked in both Tennessee and Florida.

Those left to cherish...