Obituaries
William "Bunny" Edward Farmer
Sep 3, 2022
William Edward Farmer, 68, of Kingsport, passed away unexpectedly on September 3, 2022, after experiencing difficulties from a medical condition. He was a loving father who enjoyed spending time with family, the outdoors, and working with his hands.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Lona Jones; father, Lloyd Jones; daughter, Melissa Hicks; brothers, Dean Farmer, Darrell Farmer,...
James Ross Walker, III
Sep 3, 2022
James Ross Walker III, 57, passed away on Saturday morning, September 3, 2022, at Cumberland Heights Treatment Center in Nashville, TN. Born and raised in Kingsport, Ross dedicated over thirty years of his life to counseling the youth at Vance and Robinson Middle Schools, Frontier Health, and Camelot Care Center, as well as advocating for Mental Health Awareness. Ross always...
Johnny Hodge
Sep 2, 2022
Johnny Hodge, 58, of Kingsport, passed away early Friday morning, September 2, 2022, following a brief illness. Johnny was born in Kingsport and had lived here his entire life. He was an avid race car enthusiast.
He was preceded in death by his father, William Eugene Hodge.
Johnny is survived by his significant other, Vickie Sullivan; daughter, Courtney Hodge; son,...
Robert Glenn Spangler
Sep 1, 2022
Robert Glenn Spangler, 76, of Kingsport, passed away Thursday, September 1, 2022. As a lifelong resident of the Kingsport community, Robert attended Sullivan High School before joining the Air Force at age 17, where he served in Vietnam. Robert’s life was simple, but his years were filled with family, friends, and fond memories.
He was preceded in death by his...
Allen D. Ferguson
Aug 30, 2022
Allen D. Ferguson, 85, of Kingsport, TN, was called by Jesus to heaven on August 30, 2022 in the comfort and peace of his home with family at his side. Allen loved the Lord and taught Sunday School classes for many years at Harmony Baptist Church where he also served as Music Leader for 40 years. Allen enjoyed spending time...
Dr. B. Wayne Lanthorn
Aug 30, 2022
Bruce Wayne Lanthorn, Jr., was born August 2, 1945, and died on August 30, 2022, at his home and embraced by his family.
Wayne was raised in Helena, Montana, and he cherished memories of hunting ducks and geese with his father and brothers. He loved his mother’s wit and tenacity, true to her Irish heritage—and he inherited these traits. ...
Lynn Crowe
Aug 30, 2022
Lynn Crowe, 80, of Blountville, passed away on Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Lynn was a lifelong resident of Blountville and graduated from Blountville High School class of 1960. He retired from Smith Mechanical following over 30 years of service. Lynn was an active member of Wheeler United Methodist Church where he served...
Doris Fish
Aug 29, 2022
Doris Fish, 75, of Johnson City, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 29, 2022 at Johnson City Medical Center.
Doris was a loving wife, mother, sister and aunt. She was the youngest of 14 children. Doris loved flower gardening and watching the birds. She will be missed greatly by her family and all who knew her.
Doris is survived by...
Norman Eugene Compton
Aug 28, 2022
Norman Eugene Compton of Harmony community, only son of Ralph and Ethel Hensley Compton, born on June 17, 1948, in Kingsport Tennessee, passed away at Mountain Home, VA, Sunday morning, August 28, 2022. He retired from Eastman Chemical Company after 35 years as a pipe fitter from apprenticeship to senior management. Norman established Pipeworks in 1992 and operated through...
Bonnie Kay Boochard
Aug 27, 2022
Bonnie Kay Boochard passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, August 27, 2022, after suffering from a lengthy illness. Bonnie was a loving wife, mother, great grandmother who always put her family first.
Bonnie was born in Greenville, MI, and raised in Lakeview, MI, where she graduated from high school in 1966. She was a great artistic talent and...
Estelita Keller
Aug 26, 2022
Estelita Keller, 83, of Kingsport, went to her heavenly home on Friday, August 26, 2022. She was a dedicated Diabetes Association member, receiving the Jimmy Eller Volunteer Award for unselfish service to the diabetic population of the community. Estelita was a charter member of Higher Ground Baptist Church. She was an avid homemaker and had many hobbies including gardening, painting...
Susan "Susie" Seiler
Aug 25, 2022
Susie Seiler, 74, passed away on Thursday, August 25, 2022, at Johnson City Medical Center.
A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, September 17, 2022, at 2:00 p.m., at First Presbyterian Church, Kingsport, with Dr. William M. Shelton officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First Presbyterian Church, 100 W. Church Circle, Kingsport,...
Lora B. Morelock
Aug 25, 2022
Lora Belle Morelock, 91, of Kingsport, TN, passed away suddenly Thursday, August 25, 2022, at Holston Valley Medical Center. She was born in Hawkins County, TN, to David and Bonnie Crawford and lived in Sullivan County most of her life. Lora retired from Phillips Electronics in 1994. Lora loved to cook, work in her flowers, and was an avid animal...
Ruth Clark
Aug 22, 2022
Ruth Clark, 81, of Kingsport, went home to be with the Lord Monday, August 22, 2022, at Holston Valley Medical Center following a period of declining health. Born in Zearing, IL on September 15,1940, a daughter of the late Tom and Blanche Minnick, she had resided in this area for the last two and a half years, moving from Hattiesburg,...
Brenda Jean Lord
Aug 22, 2022
Brenda Jean Ellis Lord, 76, passed away August 22, 2022. Born in Kingsport on October 25, 1945, a daughter of the late Walter M. and Florence Phillips Ellis, she had resided in this area her entire life. Brenda was a homemaker and a member of Mt. Carmel United Methodist Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death...
Willard Ramey
Aug 21, 2022
Willard Ramey, 83, of Kingsport, passed away August 21, 2022, following a period of declining health. Born and raised in Hawkins County, he has lived in Sullivan County most of his life. He worked as a carpenter for many years. He loved flea markets, antique cars, and working in the garden. Willard attended Way of Life Baptist Church, for many...
Margaret Jane Depew
Aug 19, 2022
Margaret "Sasi" Depew, 69, went to her forever home with the Lord, Friday, August 19th, 2022. She was born February 12, 1953, in Jacksonville, Florida. Later moved to Kingsport, graduated from Dobyns-Bennett, Virginia Intermont, and The University of Tennessee. In 1964, her family moved to Pineola Ave., where she met the love of her life, Stan Depew. She was 11...
Patricia "Trish" Lynn Franklin Graham
Aug 19, 2022
Patricia (Trish) Lynn Franklin Graham, 69, of Kingsport, died at Holston Valley Medical Center on Friday, August 19, 2022.
Born in Sevierville, TN, she had resided in Kingsport most of her life. Patricia had worked as a CNA for many years. She was a member of Glenwood Community Church in Hiltons, VA for over 30 years. Patricia enjoyed spending time...
George W. Epps
Aug 18, 2022
George W. Epps, 92, of Kingsport, TN, peacefully went to be with his Lord and Savior on August 18, 2022, in the comfort of his home. He was a faithful man who loved reading his Bible, fishing, spending time with his family and telling stories. George was a Marine Corp veteran, and a member of the American Legion Color Guard,...
Betty Lou Bates
Aug 18, 2022
September 2, 1938 - August 18, 2022
Betty Lou Bates, 83, of Kingsport, passed away peacefully at the home on Thursday, August 18, 2022, after a brief illness. She resided in Kingsport her entire life and graduated from Ketron High School in 1956. Betty Lou had several interests and loved her cats. She enjoyed cooking and baking and was an...
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