OBITUARIES

Doris Jean Collins

Doris Jean Collins

Nov 11, 2018

Doris Jean Collins, 70, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Sunday, November 11th, 2018. She was born in Martinsburg, West Virginia. Doris met her husband, Dennis, in Florida. They lived in Florida off and on, North Carolina, and then to Kingsport to retire. Doris was a gifted creative soul who enjoyed playing music, singing, and knitting. She loved her...

Dwight "Otis" Whaley

Dwight "Otis" Whaley

Nov 10, 2018

Dwight "Otis" Whaley, 61, of Kingsport, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 10th, 2018 at his residence after an extended illness. He enjoyed Amateur Radio and he earned several rewards with Kingsport Radio Club. Dwight was a member of Colonial Heights United Methodist Church and he loved being with his family. He is preceded in death...

Myniesha Yolanda Smith

Myniesha Yolanda Smith

Nov 9, 2018

Myniesha Yolanda (Coward) Smith, wife of the late Timothy Smith, went home to be with the Lord on November 9th, 2018 after a lengthy illness. Born to Helen (Coward) Howard and Calvin Jones on July 22nd, 1980. She attended Brockton Public Schools before moving to Tennessee where she graduated McMinn County High School. She attended North East Community College...

Buddy Taylor Broyles

Buddy Taylor Broyles

Nov 8, 2018

Buddy Taylor Broyles (80), of Kingsport, Tennessee went to be with the Lord after a lengthy illness. Buddy was born in Greeneville, Tennessee in 1938 to Lowry and Mildred Broyles. Buddy had a life long love of golf and bowling. Buddy began working as a teen setting pins at the first bowling alley in Kingsport on Five Points. He...

Charles Emmit Schnell

Charles Emmit Schnell

Nov 8, 2018

Charles Emmit Schnell, 84, passed away on Thursday, November 8, 2018. Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to serve the Schnell family.

Janet Sue Geranmayeh

Janet Sue Geranmayeh

Nov 8, 2018

Janet Sue Geranmayeh, age 61, of Rock Hill, S.C., passed on Nov. 8, 2018 at Carolinas Medical Center - Main in Charlotte, N.C. She was a wife, mother, sister and great friend of many. Janet enjoyed horses, good times, good friends and good food, also cooking and art, as well as family. She was born May 21, 1957. She...

Delores "Jean" Pearcy

Delores "Jean" Pearcy

Nov 7, 2018

Delores "Jean" Pearcy, 62, of Church Hill, TN, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 7, 2018 unexpectedly at Holston Valley Medical Center. She was born in Kingsport, TN and has been a resident of this area all of her life. She was a member of Way of Life Baptist Church for many years. Jean loved to...

Gregory Lacey Skeen

Gregory Lacey Skeen

Nov 6, 2018

Gregory Lacey Skeen, 63, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Tuesday, November 6, 2018 at Holston Manor Nursing Home after an extended illness. Born in Virginia, he lived all of his life in Kingsport. Gregory was a self employed painter and he loved old cars, football, and he loved and adored his family and friends. Gregory is preceded in...

Steven Wayne Marafchik

Steven Wayne Marafchik

Nov 6, 2018

Steven Wayne Marafchik, 55, passed away on Tuesday, November 6, 2018. Steven was travelling through the area from Los Angeles, CA. Services will be held in California at a later time. Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to be serving the Marafchik family.

Alma Jeanette Watson

Alma Jeanette Watson

Nov 5, 2018

Alma Jeanette Watson, 87, of Kingsport, TN passed away of natural causes on November 4th, 2018. Alma was born in Chicago, Illinois in 1931 to Wendel and Anna Dorner where she grew up until moving to Ohio in 1951. She was employed by the Ohio Edison Company as a secretary for 10 years. She loved animals, especially dogs and...

Carrie Ann Cole

Carrie Ann Cole

Nov 5, 2018

Carrie Ann Cole, 42, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Monday, November 5, 2018. She is survived by her husband, Dwayne Cole; daughter, Katie Cole; son, Dalton Cavin; grandson, Michael Cavin; parents, Kenny and Myra Bryson; mother and father in law, Bobby and Lisa Cole; grandmother, Judy Walls; sister, Audra Smith and Bobby; brother, Brandon Bryson and Amy; nieces...

Dovie Jean Guy

Dovie Jean Guy

Nov 4, 2018

Dovie Jean Guy, 79, of Weber City, VA, went to be with the Lord on November 4th, 2018. She was born in Scott County, VA where she lived most of her life. She graduated Dungannon High School and went on to attend Mtn Empire College. She was a teachers aid for many years. She spent most of her life...

Lynn “Julio” Edward Akers

Lynn “Julio” Edward Akers

Nov 4, 2018

Lynn “Julio” Edward Akers, 55, of Bristol, TN, passed away on Saturday, November 4th, 2018. He was born in Bristol, TN. He graduated Sullivan Central High School. He worked at I-81 Motorsports exit 44 and did roofing with his brother. Lynn was preceded in death by his parents, James and Elizabeth Akers; brothers, James Franklin Akers, William Westly Akers;...

Thelma Louise Mccauley

Thelma Louise Mccauley

Nov 4, 2018

Thelma Eloise (Lou Lou) Ball McCauley, 49, of Bristol, VA, passed away on Sunday, November 4th, 2018, at Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was born in Bristol, TN and was raised in the area. She loved her cat "Boots". She loved making people smile and be happy. She loved her family with all her heart. She is preceded in...

Shelvie Jean Griswold

Shelvie Jean Griswold

Oct 28, 2018

"But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint." (Isaiah 40:31) Shelvie Jean Griswold, age 80, transitioned to her heavenly home on October 28, 2018, in Kingsport, Tennessee, surrounded by her family. She was born...

Ronnie Lynn Hite

Ronnie Lynn Hite

Oct 25, 2018

Ronnie Lynn Hite Sr., age 54, of Kingsport, TN, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 25, 2018 after an extended illness. He was a lifelong resident of Kingsport and a carpenter by trade. He was of the baptist faith. He attended Sullivan South High School and Ronnie loved racing, riding his motorcycles, and Tennessee football. He...

Richard Bob Lee

Richard Bob Lee

Oct 24, 2018

Richard Bob Lee, 57, of Kingsport, passed away at his residence unexpectedly on October 24th, 2018. He was born in Mannheim, Germany then moved to Owensboro, KY and spent the last 20 years living in Kingsport, TN. Richard proudly served in the United States Army. He worked the last 15 years as a chef at Chop House. He was...

Edgar Rennie Catellier

Edgar Rennie Catellier

Oct 23, 2018

Edgar Rennie Catellier, age 71, of Church Hill, TN, passed away on Tuesday, October 23, 2018 at Asbury Place in Kingsport, TN after a brief illness. He was born in Pontiac, Michigan. He was a volunteer for Amedisys Hospice and Holston Valley Medical Center. He loved working with horses, reading and University of Michigan college football and basketball. He...

Connie Lynne Cook

Connie Lynne Cook

Oct 21, 2018

Connie Lynne Cook, age 51, of Glade Springs, VA, passed away October 21st, 2018 at her home. She was happiest while spending time with family, friends and her dog, Marchie. Connie enjoyed taking care of her horses. She loved flowers and plants of all kind and always kept her flower beds full. She was born on April 8, 1967....

Timothy Ray Gilreath

Timothy Ray Gilreath

Oct 20, 2018

Timothy Ray Gilreath, 50, of Kingsport, Tn went to be with The Lord on Saturday, October 20th, 2018 at Holston Valley Medical Center. He was a avid Steelers fan and Vols fan. He is preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents. Survivors include his parents, Billy and Faye Gilreath (Kingsport, Tn); children, Heather Ervin and husband Josh,...

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