OBITUARIES

John David Loshbaugh

John David Loshbaugh

Feb 18, 2026

John David Loshbaugh was born November 20, 1949, in Bandon, Oregon, to Ennis and Viola Prewitt Loshbaugh, joining three siblings aged 17-23. He passed away February 18, 2026, at Mountain Home Veterans Hospital in Johnson City, Tennessee, from dementia and cancer. A 1968 graduate of Pacific H.S. in Port Orford, Oregon, John joined the Navy and was deployed to Vietnam...

Sandra Kay Thomas

Sandra Kay Thomas

Feb 18, 2026

On April 11, 1947, Sandra Kay Dixon Thomas was born at home in Tell City, Indiana, to Irene Rose Dixon and Cletus E Dixon. The first of five to be born in this family. Sandy went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, February 18th, 2026 in Kingsport, Tennessee. Sandy was a Christian and loved the Lord. She graduated high...

Teresa Creagh Jester

Teresa Creagh Jester

Feb 16, 2026

Today, Monday, February 16, 2026, the world lost a really great woman, Teresa lived a life of service and devotion to not just her family, but to everyone she encountered, whether it was a stranger or someone she knew.

It is with heavy broken hearts that we announce the passing of Teresa Creagh Jester of Blountville, Tn. She passed after...

Susan Ann McCammon

Susan Ann McCammon

Feb 14, 2026

Susan Ann Caruthers McCammon, 68, of Tennessee, was born on December 10, 1957, in Memphis. She passed away on Valentine's Day after a two-year battle with cancer, a diagnosis that came the same week she lost her husband, Barry Wade McCammon.

She was preceded in death by her parents Charles Brewster Caruthers & George Ann Edgerly Caruthers and by her husband,...

Wanda Sue Brown

Wanda Sue Brown

Feb 14, 2026

Wanda Sue Gibson Brown, age 67, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2026. Born on December 11, 1958, in Sneedville, Hancock County, Tennessee.

Wanda was known for her faith in God, kindness, and love for her family.

She was preceded in death by her father, Richard William Gibson; her mother, Mary Stewart Wolfe; her brothers, Ray, Roy, Silas, Coy, James, and Donald...

Alicia Denise Tolbert

Alicia Denise Tolbert

Feb 12, 2026

Alicia Denise Tolbert, 56, of Marion, VA, passed away on Thursday, February 12, 2026.

She spent most of her life nursing and taking care of others in her role as an LPN. Alicia loved Winnie the Pooh, going out to eat, and spending time with her grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her father, James Lewis.

She is survived by her...

Anna Fay Christian

Anna Fay Christian

Feb 11, 2026

Anna Fay Christian, 84, of Kingpsort, passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2026.

Anna was a quiet and gentle soul who, for the most part, kept to herself and devoted her time to tending her home and caring for her family. She found comfort in simple living and took pride in maintaining a warm and welcoming household. Above all else, she...

Lisa Ann Kuhn

Lisa Ann Kuhn

Feb 11, 2026

Lisa Ann Kuhn, 63, of Fall Branch, TN, passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2026.

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Lisa Ann Kuhn. With her departure, we remember a life lived with immense love and dedication to her cherished loved ones.

The fifth child of the late Elvin and Mary Jo Kinsler, Lisa would spend...

Ruby Jean Swain

Ruby Jean Swain

Feb 10, 2026

Ruby Jean Swain passed away peacefully in her sleep on February 10, 2026, surrounded by her children and grandchildren.

Born Ruby Jean Bales in Raven, Virginia, she later moved with her family to Norfolk, Virginia, where she attended and graduated from Norview High School. Through her church's outreach ministry to Navy service members on leave, she met Timothy David Swain. The...

Gloria Jeanne Banach

Gloria Jeanne Banach

Feb 9, 2026

Gloria Jeanne Banach (née Gaudette), age 78, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2026, in Jonesborough, Tennessee. Born on January 20, 1948, in St. Albans, Vermont, Gloria lived a life filled with love, dedication, and generosity.

Gloria retired after a fulfilling 25-year career at Walmart, where her hard work and commitment left a lasting impression on those she worked with. Outside...

Sandra Barbara Barkus

Sandra Barbara Barkus

Feb 9, 2026

Sandra "Sandi" Barbara Barkus (née Barrett), 79, of Kingsport, TN, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, February 9, 2026, in hospice care at the Village of Allandale Assisted Living. Sandra and her husband had recently moved to Kingsport to be closer to their daughter and son-in-law. Born February 18, 1946, to the late Robert and Margaret Barrett...

Peggy Sue Johnson

Peggy Sue Johnson

Feb 8, 2026

Peggy Sue Johnson went to be with her heavenly Father on Sunday, February 8 at NHC Healthcare in Kingsport following a period of declining health.

Sue was a native of Hiltons, VA. She was the daughter of Claude and Mary Bowlin. She was preceded in death by her husband of 39 years, Elmer Johnson, siblings Jean Wilson, Bill Bowlin, Elder...

David Lynn Hunt

David Lynn Hunt

Feb 7, 2026

David Lynn Hunt, age 79, of Surgoinsville passed away February 7th at his home.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ed and Evelyn Hunt, brother Richard Hunt, and son Ken Hunt.

Left to cherish his memories are his partner of 26 years, Rita Greer; son Wayne Hunt; brother and sister-in-law Jack and Brenda Hunt of Kingsport; sister and brother-in-law Peggy...

Rachel Nicole Brockwell

Rachel Nicole Brockwell

Feb 6, 2026

Rachel Nicole Brockwell, 42, of Kingsport, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, February 6, 2026, after a lengthy illness. Though her physical journey has ended, the imprint she leaves behind is enduring and profound.

Rachel was vivacious and charismatic, unmistakably an individual in every sense of the word. She was unapologetically herself-steadfast, confident, and genuine-and those qualities drew people to her. She...

Patsy Ann Davis

Patsy Ann Davis

Feb 4, 2026

A limb has fallen from our family tree.

Patsy Ann (Dolen) Davis, 91. departed her earthly bounds and joined the Angels in Heaven on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at Johnson City Medical Center after an extended illness, with her children by her side.

Patsy had been a resident of Sullivan County for over 60 years and was a former employee of Eastman...

Lisa Ann Seay

Lisa Ann Seay

Feb 4, 2026

Lisa King Seay, 62, of Kingsport, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2026, surrounded by the family she spent her life providing for and protecting. Her passing followed a courageous six-week battle with a rare form of pneumonia, a fight she met with the same grit and quiet strength that defined her 62 years. A woman who lived entirely on...

Barbara Lynn McGreger McCurry

Barbara Lynn McGreger McCurry

Feb 3, 2026

Barbara "Barbie" Lynn McGreger McCurry, 67, of Kingsport, TN, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 3, 2026.

Born on August 21, 1958, Barbie lived a life rooted in faith and service to others. She was a devoted and loving mother to her son, Matthew, whom she cherished deeply and faithfully taught about Jesus. Her love for her son...

Gina Susan Leonard

Gina Susan Leonard

Feb 3, 2026

Gina "Susan" Leonard, 69, of Blountville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Susan was a devoted wife, mother, sister, and friend whose warmth filled every room she entered. She was fiercely proud of her family and found her greatest joy in being together, especially when she was hosting. Holidays at The...

Kenneth Fredrick Kanipes Jr.

Kenneth Fredrick Kanipes Jr.

Feb 2, 2026

Kenneth Fredrick Kanipes Jr., 61, of Clinton, TN, passed away on Monday, February 2, 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.

Clifton Wayne Hutton

Clifton Wayne Hutton

Feb 2, 2026

Clifton "Cliff" Wayne Hutton was born on August 11, 1958 and passed from this world on February 2, 2026.

He was blessed to be born to David and Virginia Hutton. His siblings included four brothers: Randy, Craig, Gregory, and Travis Hutton; and one sister Becky Rosenbaum. His family was extended by marriage to include Gary Rosenbaum, Beth Hutton, Gene Booher, Jane...