Obituaries

Vicki Hensley Carrico

Vicki Hensley Carrico

Aug 19, 2024

Vicki Hensley Carrico, 43 of Kingsport, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 19, 2024. Vicki was a graduate of Tennessee School for the Deaf in Knoxville. She was a member of Gap 180 Ministries.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Donald & Janelle Eula Shelton Hensley and Ronald Ray Lawrence.

Vicki is survived by her husband, Eddie...

Ileeta Joann Hackler Byrd

Ileeta Joann Hackler Byrd

Aug 19, 2024

Ileeta JoAnn Hackler Byrd, 85, of Kingsport, went to be with the Lord Monday, August 19, 2024, with her children by her side. JoAnn was born in Elk Creek, VA, on June 19, 1939, to parents, Fred and Eliza Hackler. She moved to Kingsport as a young child and was a lifelong resident of Orebank. JoAnn was a dedicated member...

Margaret Jane Johnson

Margaret Jane Johnson

Aug 19, 2024

Margaret Jane Johnson, age 83 of Blountville, TN, died peacefully in the early morning hours on August 19, 2024. Born and raised in Sullivan County, she was a graduate of Holston High School. Margaret was a lifelong member of Wheeler Methodist Church, a devoted Christian and loved flower gardening. She made arrangements for her church, weddings and almost every special...

Kenny Michael Short

Kenny Michael Short

Aug 18, 2024

Kenny Michael Short, 71, of Gate City, VA was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on August 18, 2024. Kenny was born in Kingsport where he attended Dobyns-Bennett High School. Following his time at Dobyns-Bennett, he worked as a security guard at the airport and then alongside his father, Homer, he drove for the Kingsport Limousine Service where he hauled...

Johnny R. Spriggs

Johnny R. Spriggs

Aug 17, 2024

Johnny R. Spriggs, 86, of Kingsport, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 17, 2024 with his family by his side. Johnny was born on September 25, 1937 in Meadowview, VA and lived in Kingsport since his childhood. He was a graduate of Sullivan High School, class of ’56. He attended UT on a football scholarship and attended ETSU. Johnny retired...

Shirley May Bradley Houser

Shirley May Bradley Houser

Aug 16, 2024

Shirley May Bradley Houser, 88, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother of Kingsport, Tennessee, entered the gates of Heaven, Friday August 16, 2024. Her faithful son Rob by her side as she took her last breath, she was also surrounded by her loving family in the days leading to her passing. 

 Shirley was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. She was married...

Lorraine Cox

Lorraine Cox

Aug 16, 2024

Lorraine Cox, age 65, of Gray, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord on Friday, August 16, 2024. Lorraine attended Sulphur Springs School and Daniel Boone High School. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend to all who knew her. Lorraine loved to raise roses. 

She is preceded in death by her parents, Jay Littleton and Polly Miller; brothers,...

Marjorie Hicks

Marjorie Hicks

Aug 14, 2024

Majorie “Tootsie” Hicks was born on July 4th, 1938 in Sullivan County, TN, and she passed on August 14th, 2024. Tootsie was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Tootsie enjoyed spending time with her family. In the summer you could find her fishing with her son Dale and grandson Jason. She had a passion for cooking and watching a good...

Jo Ann Hite

Jo Ann Hite

Aug 14, 2024

Jo Ann Hite, 79, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2024. Jo was known for her profound love of nature, particularly her passion for flowers, gardening, and the joy she found in watching birds. Her home was a vibrant testament to her green thumb, a sanctuary where her plants flourished under her careful nurturing.

A devoted fan of Jeff Gordon and...

Roy Howard Poore

Roy Howard Poore

Aug 14, 2024

Roy Howard Poore, of Jonesborough, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, while surrounded by his loving family. He went to be with his Lord and Savior at 74 years of age. Roy was a fun-loving man with a love for his church and Lord, all people, all kinds of music, lawnmowers, and all things grass!

He...

Donald M. Dingus

Donald M. Dingus

Aug 13, 2024

Donald M. Dingus, 83, of Kingsport, passed away at his home on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. He was born February 20, 1941, in Big Stone Gap, VA, to the late Dewey and Stella Dingus. Don retired from Kingsport Press after 41 years of service. He served in the U.S. Army and was a Vietnam Veteran. Don attended Heritage First Church...

Mark Allen Chapman

Mark Allen Chapman

Aug 13, 2024

Mark Allen Chapman of Kingsport, passed away, Tuesday, August 13, 2024. Born on January 30, 1966 in Kingsport to parents, John Wayne and Harriet Earley Chapman. He was an avid UT football fan and was proud to wear orange and white to support his favorite team. Mark enjoyed going on car rides, going to see animals, shopping trips and watching...

Bill McClure Gothard

Bill McClure Gothard

Aug 13, 2024

Bill McClure Gothard, 93, of Kingsport, passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at Holston Valley Medical Center. Born in Sale Creek, TN he spent most of his life in Sullivan County and was a graduate of Holston High School. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corp during the Korean war and retired from Eastman Kodak. After...

Austin Glenn Summey

Austin Glenn Summey

Aug 12, 2024

Austin Glenn Summey, 29, of Church Hill passed away unexpectedly, Monday, August 12, 2024. He was born to parents, Ralph and Kathy Summey on May 3, 1995 in Fort Campbell, KY. He was a graduate of Volunteer High School and worked at Burger King. Austin shared a special bond with his mamaw, and his mom was his best friend. He...

Irwin Christopher Gross, Jr.

Irwin Christopher Gross, Jr.

Aug 11, 2024

Irwin Christopher Gross, Jr., 89, of Kingsport, died Sunday morning, August 11, 2024, at home peacefully after coping with Parkinson’s Disease for the last 5 years. Born in Oak Park, IL, he was a graduate of Oak Park and River Forest High School ‘52, M.I.T. ‘56, and Wharton School of Business. Irwin was married in 1962 to his wife, Ann...

Danny "Harry" Williams

Danny "Harry" Williams

Aug 11, 2024

Danny Williams, 74, of the Indian Springs Community, passed away Sunday, August 11, 2024. Born in Kingsport, Danny grew up in Yuma, VA, and graduated from Gate City High School. He married his wife of 51 years, Kathy in 1973. Danny worked at the press for 37 years in the folding department. He was a simple man of few words,...

Frances Herald Musick

Frances Herald Musick

Aug 11, 2024

Frances Herald Musick, 83, of the Harmony Community, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 11, 2024 at her home. Born in Tazewell County, VA, she was a graduate of Tazewell High School, Class of 1958. Following high school, she worked at Blue Grass Supply Co. in Tazewell. Frances married Ernest Elden Musick in 1964. They moved to...

Karen Denise Dean "Mama Dean"

Karen Denise Dean "Mama Dean"

Aug 10, 2024

Karen Denise Dean “Mama Dean” 57, of Kingsport, passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2024 after a courageous two year fight with cancer. 

Karen was born November 30, 1966 in Kingsport, where she remained a life long resident. A mighty Raider and proud Bloomingdalian, Karen was part of the class of ’85 (Alumni) at Sullivan North High School. She not only...

Mark "Freddie" Green

Mark "Freddie" Green

Aug 9, 2024

Mark “Freddie” Green, 51, of Kingsport passed away Friday, August 9, 2024 surrounded by his friends and family. Born on September 1, 1972, he was a lifelong resident of Kingsport. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army and was deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan. Freddie had a fun-loving spirit and enjoyed giving his friends and family nicknames. He...

Jean Pageau Wininger

Jean Pageau Wininger

Aug 9, 2024

Jean Pageau Wininger was born February 17, 1950, in Rochester, New Hampshire and passed peacefully in her sleep on Friday, August 9, 2024 in Kingsport, TN. 

She grew up in New Hampshire before moving to Fairfax, VA., where she met and married JD Wininger. Together they moved to Kingsport, TN where they lived for many years. 

She is predeceased by her husband,...

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