OBITUARIES
Cheryl Rose Tate
Dec 8, 2025
Cheryl Rose Tate, 73, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Monday, December 8, 2025.
Cheryl was the only daughter of Robert (Bob) and Frances Tate. She was born on August 31, 1952, and spent her entire life in Kingsport. After graduating from Ketron High School, she worked at Tennessee Eastman until becoming disabled.
Cheryl enjoyed a quiet and creative life. She loved...
John Patrick Scanlan Jr.
Dec 8, 2025
John Patrick Scanlan Jr., 44, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Saturday, December 6, 2025.
John was a devoted father whose greatest joy in life was his children. He loved his family deeply and was cherished by countless relatives and friends who knew him for his generosity, loyalty, and genuine kindness.
A hardworking man, John would gladly give the shirt off his...
Kathy Salyer Goode
Dec 6, 2025
Kathy Louise Salyer Goode, 72, went to be with the Lord on December 6, 2025, at Holston Rehab and Care Center.
Kathy was a 1971 graduated from Church Hill High School. She was a well-loved, joyful waitress at Mountaineer Restaurant in Church Hill.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Dwight Goode; her mother, Edna Salyer Roseberry; her sibling,...
Bobbie Lee Johnson
Dec 4, 2025
Bobby Lee Johnson, 83, of Kingsport, Tennessee, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, December 4, 2025, joining his beloved wife and rejoicing in the presence of the Lord.
Born to Ruby Ryans and Bill Ryans, and later raised by his father, Kenneth Johnson, Bobby built a life grounded in faith, family, and service. He was a graduate of Dobyns-Bennett High School...
Terry Lynn Sutherland
Dec 3, 2025
Terry Sutherland was born to Scott & Eva Sutherland of Kingsport, Tennessee where he spent his life surrounded by the people and places he loved most. He was known for his humor, and his ability to make everyone around him feel welcome. Terry enjoyed good company and making memories with his family, and close friends.
Terry was preceded in death by...
Sara Louise Adkins
Dec 3, 2025
Sara Louise Adkins, 74, passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2025. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend whose warm heart and gentle spirit touched everyone who knew her.
Sara was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Ferguson; her beloved parents, John and Cathryn Glover; and her brother, who she loved dearly, Wayne Glover.
Sara is survived...
Tina Marie Spikes
Dec 2, 2025
Tina Marie Spikes, 46, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
She was born Feb 8th,1979, and grew up in KIngsport, TN. She graduated from Gate City HIgh School and went into the Job Corp after where she served for a year. She Married at the age of 19 and spent the next few year living as a...
Anita Jo Smallwood
Dec 1, 2025
Anita Jo Smallwood, age 70, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Monday, December 1, 2025.
She was born in Kingsport, TN on July 29th, 1955, to the late Buford E. Collette and Dorothy M. (Beare) Robinson. She is also preceded in death by her brothers, Buford "Tiny" Collette Jr. and Frankie Collette.
Anita was a shining light in the lives of all...
Joe Edgar Jennings
Nov 30, 2025
Joe Edgar Jennings, 74, of Kingsport, Tennessee, gained his heavenly wings on November 30, 2025. He was born on September 10, 1951, in Kingsport, where he spent his life surrounded by family, friends, and the simple joys that meant the most to him.
Joe was preceded in death by his parents, Pat Jennings and Lamanda Woods; his beloved sister, Barbara; and...
Darlene Mae Hensley
Nov 30, 2025
Darlene M. Kinsley, age 81, of Kingsport, TN, passed away peacefully at home, while on Hospice Care, surrounded by the love of her family.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, James "Jimmy" Hensley; her son, Scott Hensley in 2021; her parents John and Louise McNew; her brother, Curtis McNew; and her sister, Terisa Cox.
She is survived...
M Jill Jordan
Nov 30, 2025
M. Jill Jordan, 88, of Kingsport, TN, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 30, 2025.
Born in Welch, West Virginia, Jill spent her life surrounded by family, faith, and the simple joys that brought her happiness. She had a lifelong love of music, especially hearing her son Mike preach and the beautiful harmonies of gospel singing, which brought...
Billy Burton Blair Sr.
Nov 30, 2025
Billy Burton Blair, Sr., 78, of Hawkins County, was born on December 10, 1946, and passed away peacefully at his home on November 30, 2025, after a short but intense battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his loving family.
Billy was preceded in death by his parents, Gertie and Irving Blair; and his siblings, Dee, Denver, Jeanette, Oma, Calvin, Polly,...
Margaret D Ewing
Nov 29, 2025
We are saddened to announce the passing of Margaret Debralee Snapp Ewing, who was born to her parents, James B. Snapp Sr. and Sovolia K. Jones Snapp, on July 30, 1957, in Rogersville, Tennessee, and joined them in heaven on November 29, 2025, in Johnson City, Tennessee.
Margaret married Edward Lewis Ewing Sr. in 1974, and together they raised three children:...
David Ray Walker
Nov 28, 2025
David Ray Walker, 61, of Bristol, TN, passed away on Friday, November 28, 2025.
David was a lifelong and devoted member of St. Luke Methodist Church, where his faith was evident through his active participation in church life and activities. His church family was an important part of his daily walk, and his commitment to serving the Lord remained steadfast throughout...
Virginia Louise Rose
Nov 28, 2025
Virginia Rose, born to Chester and Mary Salyers on February 9, 1948, departed this life on November 28, 2025. She was preceded in death by her mother, father, and brother, Chester Brown Salyers Jr., as well as her first husband, James Rose Jr., and her second husband, Michael Wooten.
She is survived by her children, Michael Rose and Tina Ingle; stepchildren,...
Carroll Dean Cox
Nov 28, 2025
Carroll Dean Cox, 78, of Johnson City, TN, passed away on Friday, November 28, 2025.
He is survived by his sister, Joyce Ann Moore, and cousins.
The family will be holding a private graveside.
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.
Rhiannon Elizabeth Moody
Nov 27, 2025
Rhiannon Elizabeth Moody, 27, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on November 27th, 2025.
Rhiannon was born on a stormy spring morning at Holston Valley Medical Center. She came into this world fast and unfortunately, left it just as fast.
She graduated from Sullivan Central High School in 2016, where she was a member of The Cougar Band. She was attending NorthEast State...
Melissa Anne Matthews
Nov 27, 2025
Missy Matthews, 59, of the Van Hill Community, went to be with the Lord peacefully at home November 27th, 2025, surrounded by her family.
Those left to cherish Missy's memory are her loving husband of 34 years, Marty; her son, Travis; her granddaughter, Riley; her brothers, Robert Jones, Jay Bernard, and Michael Bernard; her sister, Regina Bernard; as well as several...
Sheila Ann Parsons
Nov 26, 2025
Born March 12, 1959
With profound love and deep sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, affectionately known as Gigi, on November 26, 2025.
Born on March 12, 1959, Sheila's strength, kindness, and unwavering devotion shaped the very foundation of our family. She left this world peacefully, surrounded by the people she loved most.
Our mother lived with an...
Rhonda Gayle Taylor Dexter
Nov 24, 2025
Rhonda Taylor Dexter was welcomed into the arms of the Lord on Monday, November 24. She is preceded in death by her mother; Martha Taylor, father; Kenneth Taylor as well as her brothers Michael Taylor and James Taylor.
Rhonda enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, Cameron and Emily as well as watching westerns and doing crossword puzzles.
She is survived by her...
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