OBITUARIES
Rachel Carolyn Cunningham
Oct 26, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Rachel Carolyn Cunningham (Begley Donelson), on Sunday October 26, 2025, at BRMC at the age of 82. She lived a full and beautiful life .
Her parents were Mary Ruth Kern and John Nelson Donelson. She was born on February 27, 1943, and shared a birthday with her beloved daughter....
John Philip Schaffner
Oct 25, 2025
John Philip Schaffner, 61, of Roan Mountain, TN, passed away on Saturday, October 25, 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.
James Gamble
Oct 25, 2025
James Gamble, 70, of Kingsport, TN, entered eternal rest on Saturday, October 25, 2025.
James was born and raised in Kingsport, Tennessee to Billy and Nannie Gamble. He was a proud member of Calvary Baptist Church for 34 years and cherished his faith deeply. James worked for JP Stevens for many years, where he was known for his skill and reliability....
Bernice Woods Stafford
Oct 23, 2025
Bernice Woods Stafford, 64, a lifelong resident of Kingsport, Tennessee, was called home in the early morning hours of Wednesday, October 22nd, due to natural causes.
Born the eldest of five children, Bernice had four younger brothers: James, Doug, Gary, and Jeff. She dedicated her life to serving others, working for many years as a waitress and Certified Nursing Assistant before...
David Donell Mitchell
Oct 23, 2025
David Mitchell, 41, went to be with the Lord on October 23, 2025.
He leaves behind a legacy of love, warmth, and unforgettable joy. David is survived by his four beloved children - Jeremiah Mitchell, Bryant Taylor, Nylah Mitchell, and Jaydis Mitchell - as well as his devoted mother, Pamela Mitchell. Known for his infectious smile and generous spirit, David...
Susan Carol Crowder
Oct 22, 2025
Susan C. (Carol) Crowder, 79, of Johnson City, TN passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at Johnson City Medical Center after a long illness.
Carol was a native of Erwin, TN and graduated from Unicoi County High School. Carol married Robert H. (Bob) Crowder and dedicated her life to being a homemaker, and mother to two children. Carol had the...
Shirley Joyce O'Connor
Oct 21, 2025
Shirley "Sherrie" (Jenkins) O'Connor passed away on October 21st, 2025, at the Johnson City Medical Center after a lengthy illness. She was born in Bluff City, Tennessee on December 18th, 1940, to Clifton and Dorothy Jenkins.
Sherrie grew up in the Chinquapin Grove community, she was a member of Chinquapin Grove Baptist Church, and graduated from Bluff City High School.
In the...
Eva Spring Spitzer
Oct 20, 2025
Eva Spitzer, 68, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Monday, October 20, 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.
A.J. Barnett
Oct 20, 2025
A.J. Barnett, 85, of Erwin, TN, went to be with the Lord on Monday, October 20, 2025.
A.J. grew up and attended school in Poplar, North Carolina. In 1962, he met the love of his life, Mary Faye, in the Rock Creek and Norton Hollow area of Erwin, Tennessee, and the two were married on May 9, 1963. They shared fifty...
Tina Renee Brewer
Oct 18, 2025
Tina R Brewer, 61, of Kingsport, TN peacefully passed away on October 18th, 2025. She was born October 25, 1963, in Kingsport TN.
Tina was a graduate of Dobyns Bennett High School, Northeast State Tech, and received her BA at East Tennessee State University. She loved DB football, 80's music, and was very artistic.
She is survived by her sister, Tracy...
Earl Duane Williams
Oct 18, 2025
Earl Duane Williams, born on October 21, 1953, went on to be with the Lord on October 18, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Duane was a lifelong resident of Kingsport, TN where he was a minister, teacher and worship leader for over 40 years. He also, had the pleasure to minister the word of God overseas in Haiti,...
Eleanor Louise Detamore
Oct 18, 2025
Eleanor Louise "Nanny" Detamore, 86, of Kingsport, TN, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Wexford House surrounded by family.
Nanny was born on November 29, 1938, in Wilsonburg, West Virginia, to the late Ethel Pauline Shingleton and Emmit Dennison. She was adopted and lovingly raised by Losha Louise Wolfe and Mack Wolfe.
She worked for Radford Army Ammunition Plant...
Craig Monroe Stambaugh Sr.
Oct 16, 2025
In Loving Memory of Craig Stambaugh Sr, Of Bluff City, TN, Born on August 19, 1944.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Craig Stambaugh Sr, a proud veteran, devoted family member, and courageous fighter, who passed away peacefully on October 16th, 2025 surrounded by his loved ones.
Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Craig and Darlene shared 63 years...
Pamela Julia Vanhoy
Oct 15, 2025
Pamela Julia Vanhoy, 52, of Watauga, TN, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, October 15, 2025.
Pamela was born in West Virginia and graduated from Ripley High School, where she proudly cheered on the sidelines as a cheerleader. She and her husband, Travis, were high school sweethearts and shared 35 wonderful years together. More than anything, Pamela loved...
Rebecca Carol Spivey
Oct 14, 2025
Rebecca Carol Spivey, 50, of Duffield, VA, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.
Rebecca was born and raised in Kingsport, Tennessee, where her bright smile and kind heart first began touching lives. She attended Walters State Community College in Morristown, and it was soon after that she met the love of her life, Rickie Spivey. The...
Sandy Lea Rush
Oct 13, 2025
Sandy Lea Rush, age 54, went home to be with the Lord on October 13, 2025, at Bristol Regional Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Welch, West Virginia, Sandy spent most of her life in Bluff City, Tennessee, where she built a life full of love, laughter, and adventure. She was the beloved daughter of Brenda Mae Stacy...
Thomas Martin McCloud
Oct 13, 2025
Thomas Martin McCloud, age 67, of Surgoinsville, passed away peacefully at home on October 13, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on November 6, 1957, he was the son of the late Bruce and Ruth McCloud. He is preceded in death by his cherished son, Jeremiah McCloud; beloved step- granddaughter, Kinsley Housewright; as well as George, Sandra, and Louise McCloud.
Thomas...
Roy Ivan McClelland
Oct 12, 2025
Roy Ivan McClelland, 85, of Oak Hill, West Virginia, passed away on Sunday, October 12, 2025.
Very early Sunday morning, Mom's only brother passed from this world into the arms of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We do not mourn his passing, for we know we will see him again in heaven one day. For now, we find comfort knowing...
Beulah Ann Simpson
Oct 12, 2025
Beulah Ann Simpson, 75, of Church Hill, TN, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 12, 2025. Beulah was born and raised in Dry Creek, Virginia, and attended Rye Cove High School. In 1973, she married the love of her life, Terry K. Simpson.
A proud and savvy entrepreneur, Beulah successfully ran two businesses and later retired from Sears....
Michael Ray Cagle
Oct 12, 2025
Michael Ray Cagle
9/19/1960 - 10/12/2025
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Michael Ray Cagle, 65, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Sunday, October 12th, 2025.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Hershel Cagle and Tempest Kay (Arms); twin sister, Lisa Marshall; sister, Jackie Dangelo.
He is survived by his wife, Alice; sons, Dallas Knapp, Patrick Knapp and wife Haley; daughters, Mary Jane Kerns and fiance Brandon, Sabrina...
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