Obituaries
Ron Burgoyne
Nov 25, 2020
“I’ve lived a life that’s full. I’ve traveled each and every highway. But more, much more than this, I did it my way” – Frank Sinatra
Ronnie Allen Burgoyne passed away peaceful the afternoon of November 25, 2020 at the home of a close loved one. A loving father, brother and uncle, he was always encouraging others to laugh and...
Rebecca Lurene Light
Nov 23, 2020
Rebecca Lurene Light, 92, of the Chimney Top Community, went to be with the Lord on Monday, November 23, 2020. She worked a long hard life and had many friends and loved ones.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Rebecca Arnold; husbands, Glen McLain and Marvin Light Sr.; son, Marvin Light, Jr; and sisters, Violet Myers...
Jack Berry
Nov 23, 2020
Jack Berry, a child of God and beloved husband of Effie Carver Berry passed on November 23, 2020. He was born October 31, 1941 to Jess and Mollie Ford Berry. Jack retired from Eastman Chemical Company in 1996 after 31 years of service. He was an avid tennis player who played until his health declined due to Parkinson’s Disease. He...
Gary Lynn Kilgore
Nov 23, 2020
Gary Lynn Kilgore, of Kingsport, went to be with His God Monday, November 23, 2020. He attended Dobyns-Bennett where he excelled in basketball, University of Tennessee and ETSU. He loved watching UT sports and listening to Elvis. He prided himself on serving his country. Gary retired from Eastman and owned Primerica Financial Services for 38 years. He was a member...
Bruce Allen Rau
Nov 22, 2020
On Sunday, November 22, 2020 as the sun was setting, Bruce Allen Rau was received from the arms of his loving wife into the arms of our Lord. Bruce was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and a very special friend to many.
Bruce was 77 years old. He was born in Middletown, CT on April 12, 1943. He was raised...
Edward Lynn Steffey
Nov 22, 2020
Edward Lynn Steffey crossed the River to his forever home on November 22, 2020, with his family by his side. He had fought the good fight against Parkinsons Disease, as an effect of Agent Orange, and was ready to meet his Maker. “NOT EVERYONE WHO LOST HIS LIFE IN VIETNAM DIED THERE; NOT EVERYONE WHO CAME HOME FROM VIETNAM EVER...
Abby Nichole Pearson
Nov 21, 2020
Abby Nichole Pearson, 39, Kingsport, passed away November 21, 2020 following a lengthy extended illness.
Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced at a later date.
Roy Baumgardner
Nov 21, 2020
Roy Baumgardner, 68, Kingsport went to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 21, 2020.
He is preceded in death by his father, Doyle Baumgardner; sister, Doris Baumgardner.
Roy is survived by his wife of 34 years,Connie Baumgardner; mother, Ruby Sams; children, Bobby and Windy Kistner, Jamie and Leighann Kistner, and Misty Baumgardner; grandchildren; David, Brooke, Ashley, Bradley,...
Darlene Starnes
Nov 21, 2020
Darlene Starnes, 65, of Kingsport, went to be with the Lord on Monday, November 21, 2020, after an extended illness. She was a loving mother, mamaw, and friend to everyone she knew. She was well respected by her community. Darlene’s house was always open for a hot meal or a good conversation. She will surely be missed, but her loving...
Terry Lee McClain
Nov 19, 2020
Terry Lee McClain, aged 68, passed away at his home on Thursday November 19, 2020. Terry was born in Sullivan County on March 17, 1952 to Roy “Buzz” McClain and Lois McClain. He graduated from Sullivan West High School and worked for various construction contractors at the Eastman for 44 years. Terry was an evangelist preacher 40 years ministering at...
John Morris
Nov 19, 2020
John Morris, 68, died Thursday, November 19, 2020, after a long period of declining health. He attended the University of Florida and graduated from Furman University with a B.S. in Chemistry in 1974 and began working at Eastman Kodak with polyesters and fibers. John was a Senior Research Chemist and later a Principal Information Scientist and Intellectual Property Manager in...
Jacob Vance Williams
Nov 19, 2020
Jake Williams, 25, of Kingsport, was called home Thursday morning, November 19, 2020, peacefully at his home. He was born in Washington County, where he had lived his entire life, and was a graduate of Daniel Boone High School Class of 2013. Jake loved to travel, and enjoyed life and people.
He was preceded in death by his father, Tim...
Reba Nell Johnson Shelby
Nov 19, 2020
Reba Nell Johnson Shelby, age 94, went to be with her Lord Thursday, November 19, 2020. She was born September 13, 1926, in Bee Branch, Arkansas. Reba was the seventh of none children, born to Harry and Nettie Rowe Johnson.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald; son, Gordon; and seven of her nine siblings.
Reba is survived...
John Richardson
Nov 18, 2020
John T. Richardson, 89, Kingsport, passed away peacefully Wednesday morning, November 18, 2020 at VA Mountain Home. John was born in Kingsport and had lived here his entire life. He was a graduate of Dobyns-Bennett High School and ETSU. After graduation he entered the Air Force and served four years. He was a sales manager for Prudential Insurance for...
Danny Fleming
Nov 16, 2020
Dana Alexander "Danny" Fleming, 63, passed away unexpectedly at his home on November 16, 2020. He was the son of Mary Kathrynn Bacon Fleming and the late Roy Curtis Fleming of Fall Branch. Danny grew up in Fall Branch and was a graduate of Daniel Boone High School. He was a gifted musician and graduated in 1983 from Virginia Intermont...
Joshua David Arnold
Nov 16, 2020
Joshua David Arnold, 38, Fall Branch, went to be with the Lord on Monday, November 16, 2020 at Johnson City Medical Center. Born in Kingsport, he had resided for most of his life in Fall Branch. He was a graduate of Daniel Boone High School, class of 2000.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Rev. James...
Annette Thornburg
Nov 15, 2020
Annette Thornburg, 62, of Kingsport, died Sunday, November 15, 2020, at Holston Valley Medical Center, after an apparent heart attack. She was a lifelong resident of Kingsport and was a 1976 graduate of Dobyns-Bennett High School. Annette was presently employed with Town and Country Realty in Kingsport, where she worked for several years. She was a member of Colonial Heights...
Gary Max (Birdie) Hays
Nov 15, 2020
Gary Max (Birdie) Hays, age 77 of Limestone, TN, went to be with the Lord Sunday, November 15, 2020 after a lengthy illness. He was a Veteran of the US Army having served in Vietnam. He retired from Greeneville Ship Builders and was an avid outdoorsman.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie and Gladys Hays; 2 brothers,...
Blanche Hutson Salley
Nov 15, 2020
Blanche Hutson Salley, 89, of Kingsport, was called home Sunday, November 15, 2020 following an extended illness. Blanche was born in Hawkins County, TN and had resided in Kingsport for most of her life. She was a homemaker and attended Old Kingsport Presbyterian Church and First Assembly of God. Blanche loved working with flowers.
She was preceded in death by...
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