Johnny Allen Barbour
Oct 3, 2026
Johnny Allen Barbour, 62, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at Holston Valley Medical.
He was born in Kingsport, TN on October 24, 1963. He worked in the construction business in the Tri-Cities area during his working career.
Johnny was preceded in death by his father, Marvin Bingham; his brother, Marvin Christopher Bingham.
Surviving are his mother, Shirley Mae...
Charles Wayne Miller
Oct 3, 2026
Charles "Wayne" Miller, 84, born February 27, 1942, went home to be with Jesus on Saturday, October 3, 2026.
Wayne was born in Greeneville, TN to E. Ray and Grace Noe Miller. He worked at Kingsport Press for nearly 40 years and retired in 2003.
He was a member of First Baptist Church of Weber City, now called Gateway Baptist Church since...
Larry Dale Norrod
Sep 24, 2026
Larry Dale Norrod, 73, of Kingsport, TN, passed away at his home on Thursday, September 24, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on October 22, 1952, in Kingsport, TN.
Larry will be remembered as a devoted family man and a man of steady faith and strong interests. He retired from Palace Vending, and he also served his country...
Freida Carol McConnell
Sep 20, 2026
Freida Carol McConnell, 78, of Weber City, VA, passed away at home on Sunday, September 20, 2026, surrounded by her loving family after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on February 17, 1948, in Clinchport, Virginia.
Carol will be remembered as a woman of deep care and quiet strength. She retired as a nurse, a calling that reflected her...
Mary Kathleen McCoy
Sep 13, 2026
Mary Kathleen McCoy, 72, of Gate City, VA, passed away on Sunday, September 13, 2026, in Kingsport, TN. She was born on January 24, 1954, in Kingsport, TN and throughout her life she was known for the love she gave so freely to those around her.
Mary was a truck driver and a homemaker, and in every part of her life...
Alethea Anne Henderson
Sep 10, 2026
Alethea Anne Henderson, 78, of Gate City, VA, born June 13, 1948, in Kingsport, TN, passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family.
Alethea lived a life centered on devotion to those she loved. She retired as a postal worker with the United States Postal Service, a role that reflected her steady commitment and...
Randall "Randy" Scott Edwards
Sep 9, 2026
Randall “Randy” Scott Edwards, 62, of Gate City, VA, passed away on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, in Kingsport, TN after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on May 21, 1964, in Kingsport, TN.
Randy will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend. He was dedicated employee at Komatsu (Joy) in Duffield, VA, for several...
David Wayne McCracken
Sep 9, 2026
David Wayne McCracken, born March 16th, 1970, of Kingsport, TN went home to be with the Lord on September 9th, 2026 after a brief but brutal battle with cancer. He was a beloved husband, father, son, brother and friend.
He is survived by his loving wife of 24 years, Rebecca McCracken, daughter Aimee McCracken, son David McCracken, father Jackie McCracken, sister...
Lesa Castle
Sep 6, 2026
Lesa Castle, 65, of Gate City, VA, passed peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, September 6, 2026.Lesa loved cooking, taking road trips, and especially spending an evening playing bingo. She enjoyed the simple things in life—good food, a good game of cards, an adventure with people she loved, and time spent with family and friends. Above all, one of her...
Brenda Kay Stokes
Sep 5, 2026
Brenda Kay Stokes, 75, of Gate City, VA, born May 17, 1951 went home to be with her Heavenly Father on Saturday, September 5, 2026, following a tragic accident.
To know Brenda was to love her. Affectionately known to her family as “Aunt Bee” she was one of the sweetest, kindest and most caring people you could ever have the privilege...
Charles "Jiggs" Willis, Sr.
Sep 4, 2026
Charles “Jiggs” Willis, Sr., of Weber City, VA, passed away Friday, September 4, 2026, at the age of 93. He was born on January 24, 1933, in Lynch, Kentucky.
Jiggs lived a life marked by steady work, faithful service, and deep devotion to his family and community. He retired from Mead Paper, where he worked in the maintenance department. For more...
Gary Kenneth Maness
Aug 28, 2026
Gary Kenneth Maness, 79, passed away on Friday, August 28, 2026, in Johnson City, TN. He was born on January 29, 1947, in Kingsport, TN, and spent his life in Sullivan and Hawkins Counties.
Gary served his country in the U.S. Navy, a service that remained an important part of his life. He also worked at Holston Defense and Palace Vending....
Venus Faye Vincent
Aug 28, 2026
Venus Faye Vincent, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 28, 2026 at Nova Health Care surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on July 14, 1942, in Duffield, Virginia, and lived a life marked by devotion to her family, faithful service to her community, and a steady, caring presence to those who knew and loved her.
Venus retired from the U.S....
Wilma Beatrice Davis McConnell
Aug 26, 2026
Wilma Beatrice Davis McConnell
Wilma Davis McConnell was born August 2, 1942, in Blackwater, Virginia, to Guy and Zelma Davis. She grew up there alongside her brother, Don, surrounded by the mountains and communities that would always feel like home.
From an early age, Wilma was bright, determined, and full of possibility. She graduated as valedictorian from Blackwater High School, played basketball,...
Frankie Blalock Smith
Aug 16, 2026
Frankie Blalock Smith, born October 12, 1944, passed away peacefully at her home on August 16, 2026. Frankie's warmth, compassion, and steadfast devotion to those she loved defined her throughout a life beautifully lived.
Frankie spent over thirty years as a dedicated employee of JC Penney, where her unwavering commitment and caring spirit touched the lives of countless customers and colleagues....
Jacqueline Denise "Jackie" Rose Surber
Aug 11, 2026
Jacqueline Denise "Jackie" Rose Surber, 61, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital, Nashville, TN.
Jackie was born in Bristol, TN, a daughter of the late Whitney "Whit" Clay Carter and Marlena Francis Smith Carter. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her late husband Donald Lynn Rose;...
Mary Ellen Price
Aug 9, 2026
Mary Ellen Price, beloved wife, mother, grandma, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 9, 2026, in Bristol, TN. Born on August 24, 1940, in Speers Ferry, VA, Mary was a cherished daughter of Evan and Lula Phillips.
Throughout her rich and full life, Mary embodied kindness, warmth, and a steadfast devotion to family and faith. She was known among...
Glen Hartsock
Jul 30, 2026
With profound respect and deep sorrow, the family of Glen Hartsock announces his peaceful passing at his home on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at the age of 82. Born on December 3, 1943, Glen’s life was marked by unwavering dedication to his family, his faith, and his community, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished by all who knew...
Dwight A. Bishop
Jul 28, 2026
Dwight A. Bishop, 72, of Duffield, Virginia, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at his residence.
He was born October 22, 1953, in Duffield, Virginia, a son of the late Roy R. Bishop and Edith Kindle Bishop.
Dwight's life was rooted in music, and each chapter was more unique than the last. He loved sharing stories...
Mary "Ruth" Hillman
Jul 23, 2026
In Loving Memory of Mary “Ruth” Hillman
With heavy hearts, Mary “Ruth” Hillman, passed peacefully on July 23rd, at the age of 90, surrounded by her loving family.
Ruth was born on October 29, 1935.
She is survived by her beloved husband of 71 years, Thomas Hillman; her children, Randy Hillman and his wife, Lynn, Teresa Moody and her husband, Gerald, and Sharon...
