Obituaries
Stefin Riggins
Jan 28, 2022
Stefin Riggins, 52, of Kingsport, died Friday afternoon at his parent’s home due to a cardic arrest. Stefin was born in Kingsport and graduated from Dobyn’s Bennett High School, class of 87, where he loved soccer and band. He loved his family, Dobyn’s Bennett, UT and Tennessee Titans. Stefin retired from Southwest Airlines.
He is survived by his former wife,...
Melvin Cox
Jan 26, 2022
Melvin Howard Cox, 67, of Jonesborough, TN, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, January 26, 2022. He was born in Kingsport, TN, on March 14, 1954 and graduated from Central High School, Class of 1973.
On April 20, 1974, Melvin married the love of his life, Tina Lynn Coffman. Almost 48 years now, their love...
Patsy Neeley
Jan 24, 2022
Patsy E. Neeley, age 85, of Gray, TN, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, January 24, 2022 at The Blake at Kingsport. Born in Kingsport on September 29, 1936, a daughter of the late Earl D. and Ruth I. Jones, she had resided in this area her entire life. She graduated from Church Hill High School. Patsy...
Sam Shelton
Jan 24, 2022
Samuel “Sam” Michael Shelton, 47, of Blountville, unexpectedly went home to be with the Lord on Monday, January 24, 2022. Sam was born at Tripler Army Medical Center in Honolulu, HI, on February 5, 1974 to Owen M. Shelton and Nina L. Shelton. He was a graduate of Sullivan Central High School. Sam was self-employed and took great pride in...
Joanne Kidd Daugherty
Jan 23, 2022
Joanne Kidd Daugherty, 90, Kingsport, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday afternoon, January 23, 2022, following a brief illness. Joanne was a lifelong resident of Sullivan County and was a graduate of Dobyns-Bennett High School. She was a dental assistant until retiring. Joanne was a member of Mt. View United Methodist Church.
She was preceded in death by...
Michael Scott Addington
Jan 22, 2022
Michael Scott Addington, 60, died unexpectedly January 22, 2022 at home in Nashville, TN. He was born January 8, 1962 in Kingsport, TN, the son of Darryl S. Addington and Linda (Leach) Addington. Scott (Michael) graduated high school from Charlotte Latin in Charlotte, NC and received a BS Degree in Horticulture from the University of Tennessee.
In addition to his...
Howard Lee Sanders
Jan 21, 2022
“Death takes the body. God takes the soul. Our mind holds the memories. Our heart keeps the love. Our faith lets us know we will meet again.”
Howard Lee Sanders, age 94, of Blountville, Tennessee, passed away on January 20, 2022. Born in Kingsport, he was the son of Frank H. Sanders and Anna Lee Cleek Sanders and spent the majority...
Sylvia M Hughes
Jan 21, 2022
Great grandma and former Army wife, Sylvia Hughes’ zest for life did not come to an end with her death. Sylvia passed away peacefully on January 21, 2022 after a life filled with family, friends, faith, and adventure. She made the world a better place and each family member carries on a spark from her in their heart. She was...
Arlene Olterman
Jan 20, 2022
Arlene Bolton Olterman (formerly of Kingsport, TN), a beloved wife, mother, Nana, and teacher passed away at her home in Acworth, GA, the afternoon of January 20, 2022.
Arlene was the daughter of John W. “Bill” Bolton and Tressie Bolton and was born and raised in Kingsport, TN. She attended Lynn View High School and graduated in the class of...
Lona Ruth Fields
Jan 19, 2022
To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord – 2 Corinthians 5:8
Lona Ruth Fields, “Granny", lifelong resident of Kingsport, went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, January 19th, 2022 at Holston Valley Medical Center at the age of 75 after an extended illness. A faithful member of Gravelly Baptist Church, she loved the...
Sue Frazier
Jan 18, 2022
Sue Frazier, 101, Rogersville, formerly of Kingsport, passed away on Tuesday, January 18, 2022. She was a long time waitress at the Moose Lodge here in Kingsport.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred N. Frazier; son, Ted Lee Frazier; grandson, Travis Frazier; granddaughter, Tara Frazier; and 3 sisters and 2 brothers. Sue is survived by 3 sons,...
Dorothy J. Simpson
Jan 17, 2022
Dorothy J. Simpson died Monday, January 17, 2022 in Texas following a period of declining health. A graduate of Dobyns-Bennett High School, Dorothy worked for a short time at Tennessee Eastman Company. Dorothy had resided in Kingsport until moving to Texas where she resided until her death.
A graveside service will be held at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, January 25,...
Thomas Eugene Chambliss
Jan 15, 2022
Tom Chambliss, 59, Blountville, passed away on Saturday, January 15, 2022 at his home. Tom was a retired US Air Force Veteran. He was formerly employed with Line Power Company in Bristol, VA.
He was preceded in death by his father, Rodney Chambliss, and sister, Carol Chambliss. Tom is survived by his wife, Judy Chambliss; daughters, Misty Trent and Emily...
John Fuller Dykes, Sr.
Jan 14, 2022
John Fuller Dykes, Sr., 60, of Kingsport, passed away Thursday, January 6, 2022. He worked construction all his life as a drywall installer until his health required him to retire. He was a loving father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. He will be dearly missed.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Brenda Kay Dykes. John is survived by his...
Barbara K Shelley
Jan 14, 2022
Barbara K. Shelley, 52, of Kingsport went home to be with the Lord on Friday, January 14, 2022 at Holston Valley Medical Center. Born in Kingsport on January 14, 1970, a daughter of the late William and Nellie Hicks, she has resided in this area her entire life. She married Frank Shelley in 1996. Barbara attended Buffalo Ridge Baptist Church....
Dorothy Bennett Newsome
Jan 14, 2022
Dorothy Bennett Newsome, 92, of Kingsport, died peacefully on Friday, January 14, 2022 at NHC Cool Springs, Franklin, TN, surrounded by her family. Born in Philadelphia, PA, she had resided in Kingsport since she was 5 years old. Dorothy was a graduate of Dobyns-Bennett High School and Marion College where she received her Associates Degree in Business. Dorothy was a...
Suella "Sue" Robinette Pope
Jan 13, 2022
Sue R. Pope, 91, Kingsport, was called home to be with her Heavenly Father on Thursday, January 13, 2022, at her home surrounded by her loving family after a lengthy illness. She was born in Hawkins County on April 2, 1930, and graduated from Baileyton High School and Whitney Business College in Kingsport. She married Vergil in 1950 and became...
Jack Dixon Blanton
Jan 13, 2022
Jack Dixon Blanton, 82, went to be with the Lord and his loving wife Susan on Thursday, January 13, 2022.
Born in 1939, Jack spent his career at Eastman where he was the Supervisor of Orders and Planning. An avid Tennessee Volunteer fan, Jack attended numerous football and basketball games with friends, family, and especially with his son, Jackson....
Mary Ann Jordan Stout
Jan 13, 2022
Mary Ann Jordan Stout died peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on Thursday, January 13, 2022 after a short illness. Mary Ann was a native Texan and spent her childhood in George West, TX. She attended Southwest Texas State University and the University of Tennessee. She met her future husband, Dorman Stout, on a blind date and they were married...
Paul Wayne Shelton
Jan 12, 2022
Paul Wayne Shelton, 77, joined his beloved mother, Willie Mowell Shelton, and grandparents, Dorsie and Lillian Mowell, in their heavenly home on Wednesday, January 12, 2022. Unfortunately, Alzheimer’s took Paul from his friends and family long before his body succumbed to time and the ravages of the disease.
He was born in Kingsport on June 10, 1944. Paul was raised...
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