OBITUARIES
Don Radford Ketron
Dec 12, 2023
2 Timothy 4:7 I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith. Don Ketron was more than a professional, an employee of a place of business or a regular worker. Among places blessed to have him work for them were the Kingsport Press, Berry Construction, and Hunt Assisted Living. If you knew...
David Merle Lantz
Dec 11, 2023
David Lantz, passed away peacefully next to his wife of 37 years on December 11, 2023. In those 37 years of marriage, they shared 3 beautiful kids, 5 grandchildren, and raised two god children. He is preceded in death by his mom and dad, Eunice Jean and William Arthur Lantz; and his mother in law, Audrey "sis" Beeson. He...
Steven Cradic
Dec 8, 2023
Steven Cradic Sr., 70, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 8, 2023, in Rogersville, TN surrounded by his loved ones. He brought joy to all who knew him with his passion for his family and friends. Steve "Beardy", was an avid hunter and fisherman, having a love of the great outdoors. He enjoyed sports of all kinds. Especially watching...
Wayne Fortner
Dec 8, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert Wayne Fortner, who departed from this world and entered the presence of Jesus on December 8, 2023. Wayne was born on September 1, 1959, to Stuart and Cathren Fortner in Bristol, TN. His life was marked by love for God and others, quiet humility, kindness, and sacrificial service....
Roberta Blanche Fallen
Dec 8, 2023
Roberta Blanche Fallen, 61, a native of Fairfield, Ohio passed away on December 8, 2023. Bobbi was the daughter of Arnold and Virginia Fallen. She graduated from Fairfield High School Class of 1980 and earned a BBA [Bachelor of Business Administration] degree from Thomas More University, followed by a career as a Medical Office Administrator She is preceded in...
Peggy Joan Hoilman
Dec 8, 2023
Peggy was born in Baltimore, MD and moved to Tennessee after the death of her 3-year-old daughter, Paula Arndt.. Later she moved to S.C. for five years before returning back to the mountains of Tennessee, where her heart was. She was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur "Bob" Henderson Barnette and Margaret Marie McInturff Barnette; daughter Paula Arndt;...
Bonnie Lee Hnat
Dec 8, 2023
Bonnie Lee Hnat, 77, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Friday December 8, 2023, after a long battle with cancer. Bonnie was born Vonna Lee Dunlop in McKeesport, PA, and was adopted by Robert R. Crissman and Eleanor (Crawford) Crissman who changed her name to Bonnie Lee. After their passing at a young age, Bonnie spent her teen years in...
Virginia Mat Smith
Dec 7, 2023
Virginia "Jenny" Mat Smith, 69, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Thursday, December 7, 2023. Jenny was born in Kingsport, Tennessee, to Otis "Bud/" Patsy Louise Greever. She married Danny Lee Smith and the couple had three sons, Sherril, Christopher, and Michael. She loved her family deeply, and she also loved her dogs. Jenny will be fondly remembered for...
Suzanne Green Leonard
Dec 6, 2023
Suzanne G Leonard, 81, of Bristol, TN, passed away on Wednesday, December 6, 2023. Arrangements are incomplete at this time. Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to serve the family.
Rebecca Amy Mcdavid
Dec 5, 2023
Rebecca "Amy" McDavid was called unexpectedly to be in the arms of her Heavenly Father on December 5, 2023. Amy was born to Nova and Crawford McDavid in the mountains of Kingsport, Tennessee, on November 1, 1966. Within these mountains of East Tennessee/Southwest Virginia, Amy lived her whole life. There is nowhere else in the world she would rather...
Janice Lynn Stewart
Dec 5, 2023
Janice Lynn Stewart, 59, of Kingsport, TN passed away December 5, 2023, at Holston Medical Valley Center in Kingsport, TN following heart surgery. Janice was born in Aurora, IL at Copley Memorial Hospital 09/17/1964. Janice loved family and friends. She always had a smile for everyone, loved to travel and especially loved all animals. She was an inspiration to...
Betty Jean Rung
Dec 4, 2023
Betty "BJ" Rung 74, originally of Batavia NY, passed away December 4th, 2023. Betty is preceded in death by her parents, Marjorie and Elliott Rung, and also siblings Diane Iacopelli and Mary Lou Rung. She leaves behind a legacy of love and memories that will forever be treasured by her surviving loved ones, including her daughter, Cheryl Hardenbrook, son...
Misty Leeann Bowser
Dec 3, 2023
On December 3, 2023, Misty Bowser passed away at the age of 49, after a brief battle with cancer. Misty was the biological mother of four children, Allen Dean, Amber Johnson, Dustin Dean and Michael Fields. However, many people considered Misty their surrogate mother. Misty loved her kids and her four beautiful grandchildren, Payton Dean, Alex Graham, Aubrey Dean...
Kristy Dawn Kindle
Dec 2, 2023
In Loving Memory of Kristy Dawn Kindle May 25, 1976 - December 2, 2023 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Kristy Dawn Kindle, aged 47, of Kingsport, TN, who left us on Saturday, December 2, 2023. Kristy was a remarkable soul, known for her vibrant and outgoing personality. Her kind heart, creativity, and expressiveness...
Virgia Wallen
Dec 2, 2023
Virgie Wallen, 88, of Church Hill, TN, passed away on Saturday, December 2, 2023 at the home. Virgie was born one of many children to Truman France and Martha Hart France in Copper Creek, Virginia. Growing up, she attended Tipton Chapel in Copper Creek. Virgie married Ed Wallen and the couple enjoyed over fifty years together. They had four...
Dorothy Mae Rector
Dec 2, 2023
Dorothy Mae Rector, 89, of Chuckey, TN, passed away on Saturday, December 2, 2023. Born to Andrew and Nellie Tipton Rector in Sullivan County, Tennessee, Dorothy Mae moved to Greene County as a young girl, where she lived the rest of her life. Dorothy Mae loved flowers and enjoyed her garden and bird watching, especially the "red birds." Dorothy...
Charles Edward Atkins
Dec 2, 2023
Jobe 1:21 Naked came I out of my mother's womb and naked shall I return thither: The Lord gave and the Lord hath taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord. Charles is now reunited with his beloved wife of 47 years, Donna Morse Atkins, in eternal rest. He also joins his parents, Charles Sr. and Lena Atkins,...
Bobby Glen Bullock
Dec 1, 2023
Bobby Glen Bullock, born on February 2nd, 1968, embarked on his heavenly journey to be with the Lord on Friday, December 2nd, 2023 at his home in Kingsport, TN. Bobby was a treasured member of our community, his warm heart, generosity, and delightful sense of humor endeared him to many. He leaves behind a legacy of kindness and laughter...
David Eugene Sexton
Dec 1, 2023
We're writing this with heavy hearts and in loving memory of David Eugene Sexton, who passed away on December 1, 2023, at Holston Valley Medical Center in Kingsport, TN. When David wasn't calling to check on one of his kids, he was likely found riding around on his Harley Davidson, building a new piece of furniture, or having a...
Donna Ann Collins
Dec 1, 2023
Donna Ann Collins, 65, of Weber City, VA, passed away on Friday, December 1st, 2023. She was born in Colombus, Mississippi in 1958. She lived most of her life in Church Hill, Tennessee and was a graduate of Church Hill High School class 1976. Donna was a sweet soul who loved her children and especially her grand children. Her...
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