OBITUARIES
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....
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...
Billy Glenn Blizzard
Jul 11, 2026
Billy Glenn Blizzard, 61, of Surgoinsville, Tennessee, passed away on July 11, 2026.
Billy enjoyed the simple pleasures in life. He loved listening to music, riding motorcycles, fishing, and, most of all, spending time with his grandchildren. He will be remembered for the love he had for his family and the memories he created with those who knew him.
He was preceded...
David Lynn Renshaw
Jul 11, 2026
David Lynn Renshaw, 83, of Erwin, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Born in Salisbury, Maryland, David spent his early years there before attending the University of Maryland, where he earned a degree in Electrical Engineering. In 1965, he proudly answered the call to serve his country by joining the United States Army, where he served as a translator....
Daniel Stewart Vestal
Jul 10, 2026
Daniel "Danny" Stewart Vestal, 61, of Blountville, TN, went to be with the Lord on Friday, July 10th, 2026.
Danny was born in Bristol, TN in 1964 and resided in the area all his life. He spent most of his life working for the City of Bristol Parks and Recreation Department where he started part time at the age of 16....
Heather Tittle Lockett
Jul 8, 2026
Heather Tittle Lockett, 54, of Greeneville, TN, passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at Holston Valley Medical Center.
Heather was born on June 1, 1972, in Richmond, VA. She was the child of Thurman and Louise Tittle. Heather will be remembered for her infectious smile, always welcoming her home to anyone who needed it.
She is survived by Brian Hall,...
John Carl Baldwin Jr.
Jul 7, 2026
John Carl Baldwin Jr., 58, of Blountville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at Bristol Regional Hospital on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, following a lengthy illness, with family by his side.
John was a devoted husband, father, son, brother, and friend whose kind heart left a lasting impression on everyone he met. A member of Living by Faith Church, he lived with a...
Robert Joe Davis
Jul 6, 2026
Robert (Joey) Davis, 54, of Church Hill, TN, passed away on Monday, July 6, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Jackie Davis; his mother, Joyce Davis; his grandparents, Joe and Mary Price; and his grandparents, Boss and Pauline Davis.
Those left to cherish his memory include his beloved wife, Michele Davis; his father, Paul Davis; his brother, Mark Davis;...
Teresa Marie Olinger
Jul 3, 2026
Teresa Marie Olinger, 72, went home to be with the Lord and was greeted by her special sister, Fran, on July 3, 2026. She was born January 19, 1954 in Kingsport to the late Rev. RJ and Maedale Osborne.
Left to cherish Teresa's memory are her son, Jeff (Karrie) Walker; her daughter, Jamie (Josh) Rosenbalm; her grandchildren, Bo Walker, Cora Walker,...
Joshua John Stout
Jul 3, 2026
Joshua John Stout, 39, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Friday, July 3, 2026.
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.
Donald James Brickner
Jul 3, 2026
Donald James Brickner, 79, of Gray TN and lifelong resident of Beaver Falls, PA, passed away July 3, 2026 at Holston Valley Medical Center, Kingsport TN, after a short battle with cancer.
Don was the eldest son born on April 2, 1947 to James and Adelia Brickner, and grew up on College Hill. After graduating from Beaver Falls Area High...
Jessica Rochelle McMurray
Jul 3, 2026
Jessica Rochelle McMurray, 37, of Kingsport, TN, gained her angel wings on Friday, July 3, 2026, after an extended illness.
Those left to cherish Jessy's memory are her 2 daughters, Elli Grace and Anna Brynn McMurray; her mother, Donna Haynes Devault and stepfather, Robert "Bob" Devault; her brother, Jackson (Noel) McCurry; her uncle, Stephen Haynes; her estranged husband, Randall McMurray; her...
John Henry Richardson Jr.
Jul 2, 2026
John Henry Richardson was born on September 26, 1949 and passed away on July 2, 2026. He was a painter by trade and a baseball player in his spare time. John was a big prankster.
He is proceeded in death by his parents John and Birdie.
We moved him to VA with us from SC. John loved snacks. His favorite...
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...
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