Passings and Obituaries

Willie James Traylor

2012-02-11T18:50:00.000-08:00

Willie James Traylor, passed away Sat. Feb 4th. 2012 in Dallas, Texas.

Survived by his wife Brenda (Spears) Traylor, sons: Michael Traylor and wife Carolyn, Rodney Traylor, daughter: Rhonda Levingston and husband Kevin, 7 grandchildren: Anthony, Breanna, Keauna, Antoinette, Courtney, Konnedy, and Michael ll.

SERVICES
Memorial Service
Saturday, February 11
2:00 PM

Laurel Land Memorial Chapel
6000 S. RL Thornton Freeway
Dallas, TX 75232

Bishop Donald Morrison

2012-02-08T17:39:00.000-08:00

MORRISON Bishop Donald Morrison, age 63, of Columbus, went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, February 1, 2012.

Douglass Junior Class, 1965

Brother Morrison was a native of Kingsport, Tennessee, and attended Douglass High School.

He led the World Church of Jesus Christ since 2003. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps and worked as a Contractor prior to receiving his Call. He enjoyed fishing and bowling and was proud to have won the Pastors' Chili Cook Off last year.

He is survived by his wife, Pastor Lalie Morrison; children, Tiy Johnson, Brandie Morrison, and Don Morrison; step-children, Guytress, Lyplus, and Shanty; eight grandchildren; sisters, Marie and Paige; brothers, Carlos and Freeman.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, February 10, 2012 at the Travelers' Rest Baptist Church, 1533 Cleveland Ave., Columbus, Ohio where friends will be received after 10 a.m. Friday.

Private interment at Dayton National Cemetery, 4100 West Third Street, Dayton, Ohio.

Arrangements by SCHOEDINGER LINDEN MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 2741 Cleveland Ave., Columbus.

Please visit www.schoedinger.com to share memories of Bishop Morrison.

Calvin McKinley Price Jr.

2012-02-05T07:08:00.000-08:00

KINGSPORT — Calvin McKinley Price, Jr. was born Feb. 17, 1957 in Kingsport to the late JoAnn and Calvin M. Price Sr.

He severed his country in the U.S. Navy. Kenny was a member of Mount Zion Tabernacle Holiness Church having severed as the vice president of the Men’s Ministry. He was an active member of the West Virginia and East Tennessee Council and he served as the assistant secretary of the Men’s Ministry and in addition he was a member of the Council’s Security Team.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Frank and Nellie Price; and his maternal grandparents, Conlee and Monnie Maxwell.
He is survived by his four children, Calvin “Tra” Price III, Ms. Victoria
Price, Ms. Isabella Price, and Ms. Tammy Wolfe; his wife of 14 years, Ms. Lavonda Harris Price; two grandchildren; Josh and Tyler, all of Kingsport; four sisters; Ms. Valerie Shivers, Ms. Leslie (Clifton) Carpenter, Ms. JoRita Ferguson, Ms. Melissa ( Richard Sr) Williams all from Church Hill; two brothers, Victor ( Gretta) Simon of Nashville, Tenn. and Calvin Price of Dallas, Tex.; four aunts, Ms. Ola Beatrice Rogers of Gate City, Va. Ms. Minnie Cox, Church Hill, Tenn. Ms. Geneva Ross, Washington D.C., and Ms. Mary Louise Courtney of Kingsport; two uncles, Richard ( Rochelle) Maxwell and Wallace Ross Jr. of Gate City, Va.; special friends, Ms. Becky Hawk and Mr. Bill Powers; and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at price@clarkfc.com or www.clarkfc.com

Funeral services for Mr. Calvin McKinley Price, Jr. will be conducted Monday at 1 pm from Mount Zion Tabernacle Holiness Church 386 Dunbar St. Kingsport, with Dr. Lester Turner officiating.

The family will receive friends from 12 noon until the hour of service.

Burial to follow at the VA National Cemetery, Mt. Home, Tenn.

Calvin McKinley Price, Jr and family are in the care of Clark Funeral Chapel and Cremation Service, Inc. 802-806 East Sevier Ave. Kingsport, Tenn. (423) 245-4971.

Donald (Donnie) Larry Morrison

2012-02-04T18:55:00.000-08:00

Donald (Donnie) Larry Morrison, Douglass High School, Junior Class, 1965

Please stand by for the obituary for our brother and Douglass Alumnus Donnie Morrison. His wife Lala says, the funeral will be Friday, February 10, 2012 at the Travelers Rest Baptist Church, 1533 Cleveland Avenue, Columbus, OH 43211.

Visitation will be from 10 AM to 11 AM on Friday, with the funeral right after.

The Morrison family is in the care of the Schoedinger Funeral Service, Columbus.

Donnie will be buried in the Dayton National VA Cemetery, Dayton, Ohio.

Please watch for the obituary at the PASSINGS AND OBITUARY link.

Calvin McKinley Price Jr.

2012-02-03T16:33:00.001-08:00

KINGSPORT — Calvin McKinley Price Jr. departed this life Wednesday morning (Feb. 1, 2012), at Holly Hill Apartments after a brief illness.

Arrangements are incomplete. Friends may call upon the family at 413 Dunbar St., Kingsport, or 308 Oak St., Church Hill.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at price@clarkfc.com or www.clarkfc.com.

Mr. Calvin McKinley Price Jr. and family are in the care of Clark Funeral Chapel and Cremation Service Inc., 802-806 E. Sevier Ave., Kingsport, Tenn., (423) 245-4971.

Amos Phillips

2012-01-19T07:56:00.000-08:00

Services for Mr. Amos Phillips, 64, 818 Oak St., Apt 224, who went home to be with the Lord at Indian Path Medical Center, will be conducted on Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Ebenezer Baptist Church with the Rev. James Whiteside officiating.

Burial will be private.

Mr. Amos Phillips and family are in the care of Clark Funeral Chapel and Cremation Service, Inc. 802-806 E. Sevier Ave., Kingsport, Tenn. (423) 245-4971.

CSM James Dale Branner (Ret.)

2012-01-10T08:00:00.000-08:00

ABERDEEN, Md. — James was born on July 9, 1929 in White Pine to his parents, Rev. and Mrs. Warren Charles Branner. At the age of 12, he gave his life to Christ and was a member of Salem Mis- sionary Baptist Church in White Pine. After high school, he was called to active duty in the U.S. Army for two years, beginning Aug. 25, 1950. At the end of his two years of service, he attended Swift Memorial Junior College and Knoxville College.

He enlisted again in the U.S. Army through the Army Reserves on April 8, 1958. In his rise from the ranks of Private to the highest enlisted rank of Command Sergeant Major, he served in a variety of leadership positions and assignments during war and peace. His military and civilian schooling cultivated with his earning a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of New York. His awards and decorations include: 2nd Meritorious Service Medal, 2nd Army Commendation Medal, 7th Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal 60, and German Schutzenschnur.

After his military retirement on Aug. 31, 1982, he began his civilian career at Fort Meade, Md., and later at Aberdeen Proving Ground for 12 years. After his retirement on March 31, 1994, he continued his membership in the Protestant worship service in Aberdeen Proving Post Chapel, and was a member of the Protestant men of the chapel. He served as chapel usher and volunteered to do other work as needed. He is a member of Jesse J. Shanks Lodge #137, Prince Hall Military Consistory #304, ASWAN Temple (Shrine) #115, 33rd degree Mason and a member of the U.S. Supreme Council. He is a life-member of the Veterans of Foreign War, Vietnam Veterans of America, and a Disabled American Veterans Association, AARP, and American Legion.

He passed away on January 1, 2012.

He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Margaret Clark Delaney Branner of Aberdeen, Md. (formerly of Rogersville); his sons, Mark Anthony of Perryville, Md., James Steven (Carey Ann) of Brookville, Md., and Ricky O’Brian (Valerie) of Sherwood, Oreg.; seven grandchildren, Shelanda Marie Beville Ellis, Iris Nicole Sconion, Ian Anthony Curtis, Mark Anthony Dale Branner, Miracle Lorriane Rose Branner, Chelsey Lauren Branner and Erick O’Brian Branner; five great-grandchildren: Brandon Bryan Beville, Ariana Marie Beville, Gianna LeShell Ellis, Ina Nicole Sconion Willis, and Ian Joseph Williams; brother, Escoe Branner of Manhattan, N.Y; sisters, Anna Lynn Hattan (Samuel) of Indianapolis, Ind., and Lobelia Martin of Morristown, Dorothy Imogene Alford of Covington, Ga.; special nieces and nephews, Malcolm Branner, Patricia Branner Pierce, Don and Patricia Watts, Terry and Jean Moore, Fonda Kay Summerville and son, and a host of others; special friends Norma Jean Bowers, Fred and Betty Fugate, Imogene Fugate, May Wallace, Roy Dennis, Eddie and Frances Long, Julius Walker, Gerald Matthews, Roy and Carol Tatum, Rev. Cordell Hunter, George and Linda Blake, and a host of other friends.

He was preceded in death by parents, the Rev. and Mrs. Warren Charles Branner; siblings Alvin, Arnold, Rementna, and Ruby.

A viewing will be held at 11 a.m. and a celebration service at 12 noon Saturday, both at Russell Chapel AME Zion Church, 307 N. Hasson St., Rogersville.
Interment will follow at East Lawn Memorial Park, 4997 Memorial Blvd., Kingsport, Tenn. 37664.

Please sign the guestbook at www.eastlawnkingsport.com

Mary Jane Carnes

2012-01-06T07:45:00.000-08:00

Ms. Mary Jane Carnes , 67, Departed this life on Tuesday, January 3, 2012 at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center in Kingsport after an extended illness.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. James & Mrs. Mattie Carnes; brothers, Elijah, James Jr., Robert, Leon, Billy, & Charles; sister, Jeanette Kyle.

Ms. Carnes was a graduate of Douglass High School in Kingsport, Class of '62.

She is survived by her son, Michael; grandson, Shyhiem (who was the love of her life); sister, Dorothy Cunningham, Toledo, Ohio; aunt, Rebecca Hale, Kingsport and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Funeral Services for Mrs. Mary Jane Carnes will be conducted from The Central Baptist Church on Saturday, January 7, 2012 at 12 Noon. with Pastor Ricardo F. Dorcean, officiating. Interment will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery.

Ms. Mary Jane Carnes and family are in the care of Clark Funeral Chapel and Cremation Service, Inc. 802-806 E. Sevier Ave., Kingsport, TN (423) 245-4971

Mrs. Lorrraine Anne (Worley) Perry

2011-12-28T08:36:00.000-08:00

Mrs. Lorrraine Anne (Worley) Perry departed this life on December 23, 2011 at Sinai Grace Hospital in Detroit, MI after a brief illness. She was born August 20, 1944 in Bristol,TN.

She was a former resident of Kingsport, and graduated from Douglass High School in 1964.

She was preceded in death by her mother, 1 sister, 4 brothers and a daughter. She was married to James Perry and to this union 2 sons and 2 daughters were born. She leaves to cherish her memories 2 sons: James and Chandler Perry, 1 daughter: Ms. Monique Virginia Perry and 1 grand daughter: Whitney all of Detroit MI. Two sisters: Ms. Carolyn Worley, Bristol, Va and Ms. Joette ( Willie) Coclough, Johnson City TN. 1 brother Wilbur (Ruby) Worley, Johnson City TN. Several Nieces and Nephews and a host of friends.

Funeral services will be conducted Friday December 30, 2011 at 12:00pm at
the Lee St. Baptist Church, Bristol, TN with Dr. W.A. Johnson, officiating. Burial will follow at the V.A. National Cemetery, Mt. Home TN. The family will receive friends from 11:00am until the hour of service.

Professional services and care of Mrs. Lorraine A. Perry and family are entrusted to R.A.Clark Funeral Service Inc.

Ms. Mariah Deona Maxwell

2011-12-19T07:47:00.001-08:00

NASHVILLE & KINGSPORT — Ms. Mariah Deona Maxwell, 20, of 857 Dale St., Kingsport, departed this life on Saturday (Dec. 17, 2011) at Vanderbilt University Hospital in Nashville, Tenn. after a brief illness.

Ms. Maxwell was a third year biology premed student at the University of Tennessee Chattanooga.

She is survived by her mother, Ms. Juanita Maxwell; father, Charles Maxwell; two brothers, Terence Maxwell, Kingsport, and Jeremy Jolin, Dayton, Ohio; one sister, Ms. Mariah Michelle Maxwell, Kingsport; grandparents, Willie and Lillian Thompson, Chilhowie, Va., and Ms. Linda Wise, Kingsport; aunts, Mrs. Cecily(Andre) Kyle of Knoxville, Tenn., Mrs. Jeanette(Norman) Barber of Helena, Ala.; uncles, Jarrod Thompson, Charlotte, N,C,, Lawrence Thompson, Long Island, N.Y., Willie Thompson, Jr., Chilhowie, Va., Wendell Early, Murfreesboro, Tenn., Rendell Early, Washington D.C.; goddaughter, Ms. Aaliyah Menya; nephew, Solomon Maxwell; and a host of great-aunts, uncles, cousins; and close friends.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until time of service on Friday at Central Baptist Church, 301 Carver St., Kingsport.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Friday at the church with the Rev. Ricardo F. Dorcean officiating.

Interment will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery.

Ms. Mariah Deona Maxwell and family are in the care of Clark Funeral Chapel and Cremation Service, Inc. Kingsport. (423) 245-4971

David Harold Mann

2011-12-18T11:04:00.000-08:00

David Harold Mann, 62, of 1102 Delrose Drive departed this life Saturday
(Dec. 17, 2011, at Wellmont Holston Valley Hospital Medical Center;

Funeral services will be conducted today at 11 a.m. at Central Baptist Church with Pastor Ricardo Dorcean officiating.

Interment will follow at Holston View Cemetery, Weber City, Va .

Professional services and care of Mr David Harold Mann and family are entrused to Clark Funeral Chapel and Cremation Services Inc. (423)245-4971.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at mann@clarkfc.com or www.clarkfc.com

Rev. Lillie Mae McCrary

2011-12-06T08:07:00.000-08:00

NORTON, Va. — Rev. Lillie Mae McCrary, 84, died Friday, (Dec. 2, 2011) in Mountain View Regional Medical Center.

She was a member and assistant pastor at Blackman Chapel AME Zion in Norton.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, Carl McCray and her second husband, Willie McCrary.

She is survived by two daughters, Lena Foster and her husband, David of Coeburn, Ophelia Forney of Norton; four sons, of Norton, Robert Forney Thomas Forney and his wife Edna of Coeburn, Timothy Forney of Norton, Paul Forney and his wife Kim of Norton; daughter-in-law, Wanda Forney of Baltimore, Md.; 30 grandchildren; several great and great-great grandchildren; aunt, Beatrice Livingston; cousin, Breford Hamilton; niece, Carolyn Johnson; special friends, Sadie Coleman, Richard Lomax, T.D. Lassiter, Frieda Sensabaugh and Effella Goodgame.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Hagy & Fawbush Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Wednesday in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Leslie Lee Jr., Rev. Joseph Comage and Rev. Todd French officiating.

Burial will follow in the Oak View Cemetery in Big Stone Gap.

Michael Lynn Hill Jr.

2011-11-19T20:13:00.000-08:00

KINGSPORT — Mr. Michael Leon Hill, Jr. 42 of 929 Dale St. Kingsport, departed this life Thursday (Nov. 17, 2011) at his residence.
A native of Omaha, Neb., he has lived in Kingsport the last one and a half years. He was an employee of Rail link at Eastman.
Surviving are his wife Mrs. Tekeesha Porter-Hill; two sons Savion Robinson Omaha, Neb. and Patrick Porter; one daughter Shiarre Porter; father, Michael Leon Hill Sr., Omaha, Neb.; father and mother-in-law Michael and Glenda Vaughn; two brothers Ernest Hill, Omaha, Neb., Eugene Hill, Omaha, Neb.; and one sister, Imelda Michelle Hill, Omaha, Neb.; and a host of nieces and nephews.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at mhill@clarkfc.com.
Professional services and care of Mr. Michael Lynn Hill and family are entrusted to Clark Funeral Chapel and Cremation Service Inc. 802-806 East Sevier Ave. Kingsport, Tenn..(245-4971)

Mary Johnson

2011-10-23T13:39:00.000-07:00

KINGSPORT — Mary Long Johnson, 94, of Kingsport, passed away on Monday (Oct. 17, 2011) at the Wexford House.

Born in Hawkins County (New Canton), she lived most of her life in Kingsport. She previous attended AME Zion United Methodist Church and was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Willie Johnson; parents, Samuel and Sallie Watterson Long; three sisters and two brothers.

She is survived by her daughters, Brenda Stewart and Wanda Johnson, both of Kingsport; three grandchildren, Nina Stewart, Seana Meddling and Joy Stewart; two great-grandchildren, John Meddling and Peyton Stewart; along with several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. Friday at Carter-Trent Funeral Home, 520 Watauga St., Kingsport.

A service will be held at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Anthony Daniels officiating.

Burial will follow at Oak Hill Memorial Park.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to Fresenius Dialysis, Wexford House, and Amedisys Hospice for their care.

Carter-Trent Funeral Home, downtown Kingsport, is serving the Johnson family.

Mrs. Gladys Hoard

2011-10-21T08:30:00.000-07:00

KINGSPORT — Mrs. Gladys Christine Hoard, 75, 223 Carver St., Kingsport, departed this life on Oct. 18, 2011, at Holston Valley Medical Center.

Mrs. Hoard was a member of Central Baptist Church and made her home here in Kingsport for the past 55 years.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Mr. William Harold Hoard; daughter, Ms. Sandra Hoard; mother, Mrs. Dennie Ford; father, Mr. Ernest Ford Sr.; brother, Mr. Ernest Ford; sisters, Ms. Ann Ford and Ms. Olivia Ford.
Survivors are son, Mr. Howard Hoard and daughter-in-law, the Rev. Mrs. Pamela Hoard; two daughters, Ms. Patricia A. Hoard, Pennington Gap, Va., Ms. Diane L. Hoard Hogans, Midway Park, N.C.; three grandsons, Bryant Hogans, Drew Hoard and Justin Hoard; one granddaughter, Malinda Hogans Love; one brother, Mr. Charles Lewis Ford; one sister, Mrs. Rachel Price; devoted in-laws, Mrs. Doretha (Carrol) Charles, Mrs. Phillip (Linda) Hoard; devoted niece and nephew, Linda and Travis Kincaid; devoted friends, Ms. Beulah Banner, Ms. Marie Thompson and Ms. Ollie Perry.
A funeral service for Mrs. Gladys Christine Hoard will be conducted from Central Baptist Church on Saturday at 3 p.m. with Pastor Ricardo F. Dorcean officiating.
The family will receive friends from 2 p.m. until the hour of service.
The interment service will be conducted from the V.A. National Cemetery on Monday at 2 p.m. The cortège will depart from Central Baptist Church at 1 p.m.
Mrs. Gladys Christine Hoard is in the care of Clark Funeral Chapel and Cremation Service Inc., 802-806 E. Sevier Ave., Kingsport, Tenn. (423) 245-4971.

Deacon Dorris Kincaid

2011-10-13T09:08:00.000-07:00

ROGERSVILLE — Deacon Dorris Kincaid, Aug. 9, 1922, departed this life on Oct. 11, 2011, at Signature Health Care of Rogersville, Tenn.

She was a devoted worker of Hasson Street Christian Church. She held many positions: Sunday school teacher, President of the Senior Choir, Secretary of the Church and Deacon which was her passion. She was a Swift club member, Eastern Star, and Auxillary member.

Deacon Kincaid was an LPN at Hawkins County Memorial Hospital, Wellmont Hospital, Kingsport, and Hamblen County Hospital, Morristown, Tenn. Her medical position went far beyond the walls of any hospital. She was faithful to the community, there was no family that she would turn down; whether it was to take a blood pressure, a temperature, take a traveling family child into her home, or delivering news of a death to a family. She was always there to lend a helping hand.

She was preceded in death by her father, George James; mother, Agnes James; stepmother, Virginia James; brother, George James Jr., and her husband, Andrew Kincaid.

She leaves to mourn, her daughter, Mary Katherine Saunders (Jake Saunders), of Radford, Va.; Andrew (Bud) Kincaid of Rome; and devoted
daughter, Marsha Kincaid, who was there by her side when she took her last breath; several grandchildren; nieces and nephews; special and devoted grandchildren, Jessica Kincaid, Whitesburg, Tenn.; great- granddaughter, Alexis Kincaid, Nicole (Nikki) Franklin (Lucas), granddaughter, of Knoxville, Tenn., who was also there holding her hand at the time of her crossing over.

She was loved deeply by the hearts of friends and relatives, Wanda Jackson and Marissa McKie , became her chosen granddaughters. Their dedicated and supportive kindness will always be remembered, as well as Brenda Rogers, and Conner and Phyllis Lawson were always by the family’s side. The family wishes to thank the Deacons and Elders and members of Hasson Street Christian Church, Pastor Green, former pastor of Russell Chapel A.M.E. Zion Methodist Church, for all his visitations, and all those individuals that loved and supported them through this time of sadness.

The family will receive friends from 12 to 1 p.m. Saturday at Hasson Street Christian Church. Funeral services will follow at the church with Pastor Roy Charles and Pastor LaMarco Cable officiating. Interment will follow at Hawkins County Memorial Gardens.

Online condolences may be made at colbochpricefuneralhome.com. Colboch-Price Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

2011-10-04T07:57:00.001-07:00

James E. Beatty

2011-09-11T06:26:00.000-07:00

KINGDSPORT — James E. Beatty, 82, of Kingsport, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, (Sept.8, 2011) at Brookhaven Manor, Kingsport.

Mr. Beatty was born in Hazard, Ky. and had lived in Kingsport since 1958. He served in the U.S. Army, during the Korean Conflict and was retired from Turner Paving Company. He was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church for over 60 years.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Edith K. Taylor Beatty in 2009; his parents, Marzell and Mary Lucille Henry Beatty; nine sisters and nine brothers.

He is survived by his daughter, Tiffany Beatty Butts and husband, Mark of Kingsport; son, Wesley Austin of Johnson City; grandchildren, Nyashia Grady, Aushiatyyonna Grady, Fredrica Grady, Markita Rodgers and Koda Wesley Austin Jr; three sisters, Minister Grace Sanford of Hampton Va., Revella Combs and husband, Pete of Hazard, Ky., Virginia Hill and husband, Billy of Kingsport; three brothers, Rev. Calvin Beatty of Kingsport, Robert Beatty of Kingsport, Jerry Beatty of Kansas City, Mo.; special sister-in-law, Barbara Ann Hodge; along with several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends Friday from 12 noon to 1 p.m. at Shiloh Baptist Church, 712 E. Sevier Avenue, Kingsport.

A funeral service will follow at 1 p.m. at the church with Rev. Dr. Kenneth Calvert, Rev. Eric Lockett and Rev. Phil Goins officiating.

Music will be provided by the church choir.

Military graveside services will follow at Oak Hill Memorial Park, Kingsport conducted by the American Legion Post # 3 and Post #265 with Tennessee National Guard.

Pallbearers will be the Tennessee National Guard Honor Guard.

The family would like to extend special thanks to Mr. & Mrs. James Henderson, Mr. and Mrs. Jack and Betsy Ann Pierce; the Kingsport Fire and Rescue Department; Dr. David Ginn and the Staff of Brookhaven Manor.

Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.cartertrent.com

Carter-Trent Funeral Home, downtown Kingsport is serving the Beatty family.

Calvin W. Stafford, Sr.

2011-08-26T17:47:00.000-07:00

Calvin Wallace Stafford, Sr., 49, of Chattanooga passed away on August 24, 2011 at a hospital in Chattanooga.

He was preceded in death by his father, Mack A. Stafford of Kingsport; maternal grandparents, Samuel and Frances B. Hairston; paternal grandparents, Foster and Katherine L. Stafford of Rotherwood Heights (Kingsport); brothers, Samuel and Kenneth Hairston.

He is survived by his sons, Courtney S. and Calvin W. Stafford, Jr.; daughter, Ja’Nay L. Stafford; grandchild, Jaida Stafford; mother, Janie L. McClintock; step-father, William M. McCleskey, Jr.; brothers, Alvin G. Stafford, Jesse Grimes, William McCleskey, III; sisters, Maccine Stafford, Deloris (Darrell) Ransom and Pamela Davis; soul-mate, Angie Leslie.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, August 28, 2011 at 1 PM in the chapel of the John P. Franklin Funeral Home, 1101 Dodds Avenue, Chattanooga with Pastor Tommy Joe McCleskey officiating. Interment – Highland Cemetery, Chattanooga..

The body will lie in state from 12 Noon – 1 PM Sunday at the funeral home, 423-622-9995.

2011-08-23T08:06:00.001-07:00

Mrs. Sylvia S. Hutchinson

2011-08-07T09:03:00.000-07:00

BIG STONE GAP, Va. —Mrs. Sylvia Simpson Hutchinson, 77, loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, departed this mortal life for her heavenly home in the wee hours of Friday, (Aug. 5, 2011), at her home.

The majority of her life was spent as a resident of Big Stone Gap, and she was a professional teacher. She earned her Bachelors’ degree from Knoxville College where she was a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, and her Masters’ degree from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. She retired from Wise County Public Schools after 34 years of devoting her life and skills to children.

She was a life-long, devoted member of Mount Hermon Presbyterian Church where she worked in the Missionary Society and served as Elder and choir member. She was a troop leader of Girl Scout Lone Troop Number 1, the first Girl Scout Troop in Big Stone Gap. She was also a member of the Wise County Education Association, the Virginia Education Association, and the National Education Association.

Sylvia was an excellent homemaker and care-giver to her father-in-law, her mother, and two of her aunts.

Mrs. Hutchinson, the daughter of the late John Steward Simpson, Jr., and Florence Morris Simpson, is survived by her husband of 49 years, Edward R. Hutchinson, Sr; two daughters, Karen H. Sanders of Montgomery, Ala., and Kim R. Harkness and husband, Mark of Acworth, Ga.; two sons, Edward R. Hutchinson, Jr., and wife, Lana of Kingsport, and Christopher S. Hutchinson and wife, April Dawn of Big Stone Gap, Va.; twelve grandchildren, Kanika Hutchinson, Keith Hutchinson, Kia Sanders, Mark Harkness II, Kayla Harkness, Derek Harkness, Martika Kyte (Josh), Edward Hutchinson III, Sierra Hutchinson, Skylar Hutchinson, Savannah Hutchinson and Rachel Thompson; two step grandchildren, J. C. Oaks (Heather) and Charlie Oaks; two great-grandchildren, Christian Oaks and Christian Glenn; a host of cousins and in-laws; and a multitude of friends.

The family will receive visitors and friends on Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 pm at Holding Funeral Home (17 E. 3rd St., N) in Big Stone Gap.

The funeral service will be conducted at 1 p.m. on Friday in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Anthony Barnette officiating

Interment will follow the service at Oakview Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Kids Central, Post Office Box 661, Norton, Va. 24273.

To view the obituary and registry on-line, please visit www.holdingfuneralhome.com.

Holding Funeral Home is honored to serve the Hutchinson family.

2011-08-05T08:06:00.000-07:00

Jarrett Allen Hughes

KINGSPORT — Mr. Jarrett Allen Hughes, 24, departed this life Wednesday (Aug. 3, 2011. Mr. Hughes was a lifelong resident of Kingsport.

He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Mr. Eugene Brice; uncle, Mr. Toby Garrett; niece, Ms. Amira Russell; cousins, Mr. Christopher Brice and Ms. Tyonna “Flowers” Brice.

Survivors include his mother, Mrs. Charlotte (Eddie) Erwin, Kingsport; father, Daryl Hughes Sr.; brothers, Tylee (Erica) Henry, Daryl (Kayla) Hughes and Sentel (Ashlee) Brice, all of Kingsport; sister, Monique Henry, Kingsport.

Visitation will be from noon until the hour of service Saturday at Powerful New Life Church.

Funeral services for Mr. Hughes will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. at the church with Elder Hugh Hale officiating.

Burial will follow at Holston View Cemetery, Weber City, Va.

Mr. Hale and family are in the care of Clark Funeral Chapel and Cremation Service Inc. (423) 245-4971.

Jai-Lesa Andreyonna Dulaney

2011-07-16T11:06:00.000-07:00

KINGSPORT — Ms. Jai-Lesa Andreyonna Dulaney, 7, departed this life on July 14, 2011, by means of an automobile accident.

Ms. Jai-Lesa was a member of Central Baptist Church. She attended Jackson Elementary and was a rising 2nd grader and she enjoyed going to the Boys & Girls Club.

She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Mr. James H. Dulaney; and a cousin, Jalisa Fergeson.

Ms. Jai-Lesa leaves to cherish her memory her mother, Ms. Keyonna Dulaney; father, Andrew Byrd; grandmothers, Mary Beatty; Angela Byrd; grandfathers, Michael (Kellye) Dulaney and Windord Byrd, Sr.; one brother, Andrew Trammell; five aunts: and two uncles.

Funeral services for Ms. Jai-Lesa Andreyonna Dulaney will be conducted from the Central Baptist Church on Tuesday, at 12 noon with Pastor Ricardo F. Dorcean, officiating.

The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until the hour of service.

The interment will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery.

Online condolences can be sent to the family at obits@clarkfc. com or at www.clarkfc.com.

Ms. Jai-Lesa Andreyonna Dulaney and family are in the care of Clark Funeral Chapel and Cremation Service, Inc. 802-806 East Sevier Ave. (423) 245-4971.

Dwike (Rusty) McMiller

2011-07-09T09:40:00.000-07:00

JOHNSON CITY — Mr. Dwike (Rusty) McMiller, 57, departed this life Thursday morning (July 7, 2011) at Johnson City Medical Center after a brief illness.

Mr. McMiller was born in Kingsport. He was a son of Rev. George and Elma McMiller, Sr., who has preceded in death, also sister, Marie; bothers, George Jr., Joe Allen, Edward Lee, William and James.

Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Nikki Henderson and her husband, Q; three grandchildren, Jahyria, JC, and Jadah; one sister, Mrs. Shirley Wagstaff; a brother, Marc McMiller; two sisters-inlaw, Mrs. Dorothea McMiller and Mrs. Wanda McMiller; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

The family will receive friends from 12 noon Monday until the hour of service at the Central Baptist Church.

Funeral service will be conducted from the church on Monday at 1 p.m. with Rev. Ricardo Dorcean officiating.

Interment will follow at Holston View Cemetery, Weber City, Va .
Online condolences can may be sent to the family at obits@ clarkfc.com. or on the web: www.clarkfc.com.

Mr. Dwike (Rusty) McMiller and family are in the care of Clark Funeral Chapel and Cremation Service Inc. 802-806 East Sevier Ave. (423) 245-4971.

Richard Wayne Lewis

2011-07-07T07:33:00.000-07:00

KINGSPORT — Richard Wayne Lewis, aka "D. J. Gramer", born Oct. 6, 1970, made his transition on (July 5, 2011) after a brief and sudden illness.

He was born in Kingsport to the (late) Clifford A. Lewis and Sinora H. Lewis of Kingsport.

Left to cherish his memories along with his mother are sisters, Monica
Lewis-Patrick, Mena L. Lewis and Octavia P. Brooks; his dear children, Jocelyn R. Cradic, Jasmine N. Lewis, Justice I. Lewis, and two year old Teesha.

The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. until the hour of service.

Memorial services will be conducted at the Shiloh Baptist Church Friday at 7 p.m. with Dr. Kenneth Calvert officiating.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at obits@clarkfc.com

Mr. Richard W. Lewis and family are in the care of Clark Funeral Chapel and Cremation Service Inc. 802-806 East Sevier Ave. Kingsport, TN. (423) 245-4971 www.clarkfc.com

Rufus Michael Wolfe

2011-07-03T07:12:00.001-07:00

Rufus Michael Wolfe, 57, Kingsport, TN passed away, Friday, July 1, 2011 at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center.

Michael was born in Sullivan County, TN on April 7, 1954, the son of the Julia Scott Wolfe and the late Rufus Wolfe, Jr. He was a member of the Church of Christ and retired from Tennessee Eastman. He was a loving father, son, brother and friend who will be greatly missed.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his wife, Saunders Releford Wolfe and brother, John Wolfe.

Surviving is his daughter, Loris Adams, Charlotte, NC; mother, Julia B. Wolfe, Gate City, VA; one granddaughter; step-sons, Mukiau Releford and wife, Julie, Johnson City, TN, and Mario Releford, Kingsport, TN; fourteen step grandchildren and seven step great grandchildren; sisters, Dora Martin, Kingsport, TN, Ruby Wolfe Rogers and husband, Stanley, Gate City, VA; Sandra Wolfe Hale, Kingsport, TN; Beverly Wolfe Cutler, Gate City, VA; Janice Wolfe Sharpe, Gate City, VA; brothers, Billy J. Wolfe, Weber City, VA; George Wolfe, Kingsport, TN, and Dennis Wolfe and wife, Yvette, Knoxville, TN; special sister-in-law, Patricia Stokley; along with several nieces and nephews.

The body will lie in state on Tuesday, July 5, 2011 at the Church of Christ, Gate City, VA from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

The family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m., Tuesday, July 5, 2011 at the Gate City Funeral Home and other times at the residence of his mother, Julia B. Wolfe, 224 Elliott Drive, Gate City, VA. Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 p.m., in the Gene Falin Memorial Chapel of the funeral home with Brother Mark Harbison officiating. The Wolfe Family Singers will provide the music.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 6, 2011 at Holston View Cemetery, Weber City, VA. Billy J. Wolfe, George Wolfe, Dennis Wolfe, Theo Robinette, Chris Hale, Kim Sensabaugh, Jerome Spriggs, Alonzo Cutler, and Stanley Rogers will serve as pallbearers. Mickey Rogers, and Michael's special step-sons and nephews will serve as honorary pallbearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home at 10:15 a.m., Wednesday, July 6, 2011 to go in procession to the graveside service.

The family requests that anyone who wishes may make a donation to the charity of their choice in Michael's memory.

An online guest registry is available for the family of Michael Rufus Wolfe at www.gatecityfunerals.com.

Gate City Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Michael Rufus Wolfe.

CONDOLENCES:
I am so saddened to hear of Michael's passing. I pray that God will wrap his loving arms around you and give you the comfort only He can provide. Ruby, I have always considered you to be my sweet sister. Janice and Billy Joe, you are very dear to me too. I haven't been in touch as much with the rest of you through the years, but I have always loved your whole family. People just don't get any better than your mom and dad and they raised a family of great kids!!!! God's love radiates from all of you and blesses all that meet you. Please accept my heart-felt sympathy and know that you are in my prayers.
Posted by: Rita Barger, July 03, 2011

I am so sorry Loris for your lost. May the Lord brng you strength, peace and understanding. Praying for you and your family. Love ya much TaJuan Roberts-Browder
Posted by: TaJuan, July 03, 2011

To: The Wolfe family and friends
May God conintue to comfort you during your hour of loss.

To: Min. Lois Adams and the children of the deceased
Know that God still cares and is very near

Dr. B. Hopkins/ EMBC/Monro,e North Carolina
Posted by: Dr. B. Hopkins, July 03, 2011
Beverly, Ruby, Jan, Sandra, Mrs. Julia and all the family,
So sorry for your loss. Praying that God will console you during this time. If there is anything I can do to assist just let me know.
With all my Love,
Mrs. Nancy Rhoton
Posted by: Nancy Rhoton, July 02, 2011

James “Jim” Fanney

2011-06-27T10:47:00.001-07:00

MORRISTOWN — James "Jim" Fanney, born February 16, 1926 went home to be with the Lord on June 14, 2011.

His parents, seven sisters and seven brothers preceded him in death.

To forever cherish his memory, he leaves a son Ed of Kingsport, Tennessee, daughters Rita Ann Shelton of Morristown, Tennessee, Geri (Phelvaree) Smith of Copley, Ohio, also five special granddaughters and three grandsons, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. Also, special and dear friend Ralph Watterson of Kingsport, Tennessee, caretaker and friend Mildred Vinson and special niece Patricia Fanney Clark.

Funeral services will be 3:00 PM on Saturday, June 18, 2011 at the Thorn Hill Baptist Church, Thorn Hill, Tennessee with Pastor Charles Simpson, Rev. James Goins, and Rev. Doyle Castel officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Friends may call at the church on Saturday from 1:00 PM until time of service.

Condolensces may be sent to 905 Lloyd Street, Morristown, Tennessee 37814.

Arrangements by the Westside Chapel Funeral Home in Morristown.

Sgt. David McKinley Worley

2011-06-26T13:11:00.000-07:00

Sgt. David McKinley Worley departed this life on June 12, 2011 at Duke Hospital after a lengthy illness. He was the son of Floyd and Virginia Worley. He was born in Bristol, Tennessee on January 7, 1951.

He was married to Ella Grant and to this union 2 sons were born.

He joined the U.S. Army in 1972 and was discharged in 1984. He was a member of A.S. Hunter Lodge #825.

He was active member of Ebenezer Baptist Church in Durham, NC

He was employed at Rocco Turkey plant, the house of Raeford and Qualey.

He is preceded in death by his mother, 3 brothers and 1 sister.

He leaves to cherish his memory three sons; Keith Worley and Terry Worley of Fayettevelle, NC and Juanvaris Worley of Durham, NC. Four grandchildren David, Melai, Daviona and Brianna of Fayetteville, NC. Three sisters; Carolyn Worley, Bristol, Va. Lorraine(James) Perry Detroit MI. Joette Coclough of Johnson City, TN.

One brother; Wilbur(Ruby) Worley of Johnson City, TN. Former wife: Particia Harper Worley. Several nieces and nephews and a host of friends, special thanks to James Perry, Kenneth Reed, and Tiara McWhorter.

Interment services for Sgt David McKinley Worley will be conducted from the V.A. National Cemetery, Mt. Home, TN, Wednesday June 22, 2011 at 2:00pm.

Military rites will be provided by D.A.V. Chapter #40, Bristol, VA.

The Cortege will depart Kingsport, 806 East Sevier St, at 1:00pm.

William “Bill” Luvene Sr.

2011-06-17T09:02:00.000-07:00

MOUNT CARMEL — William “Bill” Luvene Sr., 59, of Mount Carmel, went to be with the Lord on Monday (June 13, 2011) at Church Hill Healthcare and Rehab Center.

Bill is survived by his wife of 33 years, Mrs. Peggy Luvene; children, William Luvene, Jr., Latanya Casteal, Brian Luvene, Denisha Luvene and Brandon Luvene; eight grandchildren and one on the way; six sisters; two brothers; along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 12 noon Saturday at the Carter-Trent Funeral Home, 1115 Hwy 11W, Church Hill.
A funeral service will be held at 12 noon Saturday in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Derek Bell officiating.
Burial will follow in Liberty Hill Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be family and friends.
You may send online condolences to the family by visiting
www.cartertrent.com.
Carter-Trent Funeral Home, Church Hill is serving the Luvene family.

Mr. Marcus Lewis

2011-06-09T19:18:00.001-07:00

Marcus Lewis, Detroit, Mich.

Mr. Marcus Antonius Lewis, 39, died on June 3, 2011 at Botsford Hospital Detroit, Mich. He was born February 25th, 1972 and passed away June 3rd, 2011.

His Detroit visitation was held Tuesday, June 7th, 2011 at the O. H. Pye, III Funeral Home, with viewing at 11:00AM , Service at 12:00PM at Greater Love Tabernacle C.O.G.I.C., Detroit on Wednesday, June 8th, 2011.

Mr. Lewis' funeral services in Kingsport will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 11, 2011 at the Shiloh Baptist Church, Kingsport. The Rev. Dr. Kenneth Calvert will officiate. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until the hour of service.

R.A. Clark Funeral Service is in charge of the Kingsport arrangements.

Mrs. Eula Leeper

2011-06-04T06:16:00.001-07:00

Mrs. Eula Leeper, 75, of 954 Dale St. departed this life Friday morning, at Holston Valley Hospital after a long illness.

Mrs. Leeper was retired from The Neighborhood Service Center after 34 years of service. She was very active in her church serving as a Sunday School teacher, youth director, choir member, and pianist. She loved singing and never passed up an opportunity to lend her voice whenever called upon. Mrs. Leeper was a member of the Douglass Alumni Association (Sons and Daughters of Douglass) and was also very active with Kingsport Senior Citizens.

Mrs. Leeper was preceded in death by her parents, Mrs. Eula Cartwright and Mr. Thomas H. Cartwright; four brothers, Thomas Edward, Robert, Phillip, and Roy; three sisters, Lorraine Lollar, Emogene C. Hankins, and Shirley Gilmore.

Mrs. Leeper is survived by one daughter, Sheila Leeper; two sons Michael (Gerri) Leeper, and Gary (Milita) Leeper; three grandchildren, Tonya Leeper, Stan Coward, and Kadana Coward; five great grandchildren, Brenton Leeper, Terrell Leeper, Noah Davis, Aeriel Coward, and Josh Amos, Jr.; one brother, John (Donna) Cartwright, Sherman Oaks, CA; one sister, Sylvia (Thomas) Bond, McDonough, GA; and several nieces and nephews.

Services for Mrs. Leeper will be held at the Bethel A.M.E. Zion Church, 812 Maple-Oak Lane, Kingsport, TN on Monday, June 6, 2011, at 2:00p.m.

Elder Charles Hawkins will deliver the eulogy.

Interment will immediately follow at Holston View Cemetery, Weber City, VA. The family will receive friends from 1:00p.m. until the hour of service.

Loftus J. Smith

2011-05-21T11:50:00.000-07:00

Smith, Loftus J. “Smitty” –67, A 34-year resident of Medford, formerly of Boston and Kingsport, Tennesee where he was born and raised, died at home after a long illness on May 21, 2011.

Loftus was the beloved husband of Martha L. (Beaudet) Smith and the loving father of Teresa M. Barrett of Medford and the adoring grandfather of Jevon Roland Barrett. He was the brother of Patricia Lynch of Bellingham and Paula Smith of West Roxbury and the nephew of Pauline Armstrong of West Roxbury. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Loftus is a 1963 graduate of Douglass High School, Kingsport, Tennessee.

Funeral arrangements are private and under the direction of George L. Doherty Funeral Service, Inc, in Somerville.

Smitty was an avid fisherman who enjoyed both fresh and saltwater fishing with his extensive collection of fishing rods. He was also an employee of Massachusetts General Hospital and Sears Roebuck in Boston.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in “Smitty’s name to Hallmark Hospice, Inc., 178 Savin St. Malden, MA 02148.

Ida Lee Bellamy

2011-05-08T07:25:00.000-07:00

BIG STONE GAP, Va. — Ida Lee Bellamy, 96, “Mama Lee” as she was affectionately called, died on Thursday (May 5, 2011) at Heritage Hall Healthcare in Big Stone Gap, following a lengthy illness.

She was born in Carbon Hill, Alabama, on May 25, 1914. She lived most of her life in Roda, Virginia, and Big Stone Gap. She loved to cook and worked many years as a cook at Ray’s Café and the old Monte Vista Hotel. She owned and operated her own restaurant in Pennington Gap, Virginia, called “Bellamy’s Café” in the late 1960s. Ida confessed Christ at a young age and was a member of First Baptist Church in Big Stone Gap, which she attended regularly and often worked in the kitchen.
She was preceded in death by her husband, William Bellamy; her parents, Jim and Ida Bell Darkins Owens; a brother, Charlie Owens; and a sister, Laura Mae Owens.
She leaves to mourn a devoted god-daughter, Teresa L. Hollinger of Big Stone Gap, Va., a great-nephew, Tim Camp of Big Stone Gap and a host of friends.
Friends may call from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. on Tuesday at Holding Funeral Home (17 E. 3rd St., N.) in Big Stone Gap.
The funeral service will follow at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Sandra Jones, Elder Carolyn Smith, Apostle Yanthophalees Jackson and Rev. Mike Rafe officiating.
Burial will follow in the Oak View Cemetery in Big Stone Gap.
On-line condolences may be to www.holdingfuneralhome.com.
Holding Funeral Home is proud to serve the Bellamy family.

Katheryn C. Robinson Hunter

2011-05-01T00:13:00.000-07:00

Katheryn C. Robinson Hunter, 83, of Kingsport went to be with the Lord Friday, April 29, 2011 at The Wexford House.

Katheryn was born in Spring City, TN (Rhea County) and lived in Nashville for several years. She had been a resident in Kingsport since 1997. She was retired from Vanderbilt Medical Center with over 27 years of tireless care giving. Katheryn was a member of Central Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Reuben Hunter; her son, Wayne Jackie Pratt; her father and mother, Jack Robinson and Della Ray Robinson; her brothers and sisters, Elijah Robinson, Flora Robinson and Cecil Hall.

She leaves behind a loving and devoted daughter, Brenda Willis and devoted son in law, Robert E. Willis of Kingsport; two sisters, Nellie Swafford of Kingsport and Augusta Faye Johnson of Harriman, TN; her foster daughter, Norma DeArmond and husband, Carl and their children, Donna and Collette of Harriman, TN; three grandchildren dear to her heart, Darrell Pratt and wife Mary, Sonya Bell, and Anissa Kittrell and husband Tracey; great grandchildren, Jennifer, Margo, Latoya, Brenda, Ray, Indya and Tracey Jr.; along with several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 12 noon to 2 pm on Monday May 2, 2011 at Carter-Trent Funeral Home, 520 Watauga Street, Kingsport or anytime at the residence of her daughter, Brenda Willis, 1060 Wellington Blvd., Kingsport, TN, 37660.

A service will be held at 2 pm in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Lester Turner and Rev. Ricardo Dorcean officiating. Music will be provided by Xavier (Tim) Hall.

A graveside service will follow at Oak Hill Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Tracey Kittrell, Sr., Tracey Kittrell, Jr., Tim Hall and Terry Moore.

The family would like to extend a special “Thank You” to the Wexford House and Hospice Care staff members for their dedication to my mother.

Carter-Trent Funeral Home, downtown Kingsport is serving the Hunter family.

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Mrs. Pearl Jefferies

2011-04-19T08:20:00.000-07:00

KINGSPORT — Mrs. Pearl Lee Jefferies (Mama Pearl), 83, of 233 Carver St., departed this life Sunday (April 17, 2011), at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center after a brief illness.

Mrs. Jefferies was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church, was an active member in the senior choir, Sunday school, Golden Saint, and a past member of the Annie Hickman Club. Mrs. Jefferies was very active with the community youth, known as “Mama Pearl” to the community, giving icees to children.

Mrs. Jefferies was preceded in death by her husband, Mr. James A. Henry; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Lester Bristol; son, James Albert Henry; two daughters, Mrs. Cleo Charles and Mrs. Christine Black.

She leaves to mourn, four daughters, Ms. Mary Lee Henry, Ms. Margaret Kincaid, Mrs. Mary Jane (Stan) Treece, Kingsport, Ms. Carrie Riggins, Nashville, Tenn.; three sons, Mr. Tommy Lee Henry, Mr. James Howard Henry, Kingsport, Mr. Richard Henry, Nashville, Tenn.; special friends, grandson, Tylee (Erica) Henry, Jessica Trent, Charlotte Henry, Tonya Phillips; numerous grandchildren, greatgrandchildren and great-greatgrandchildren; special aunt, Deacon Jennibelle Bristol; and sister, Pinkie Horton.

Special thanks to the staff of Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center and Drs. Kenneth and Linda Calvert. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. till the hour of service Friday at Shiloh Baptist Church. Funeral service will be conducted from the church Friday at noon with the Rev. Dr. Kenneth Calvert officiating. The interment will follow at East Lawn Cemetery.

Marcheta Ford

2011-04-08T17:16:00.000-07:00

CHURCH HILL — Marcheta Lenetta Ford, 58, of Church Hill, departed this life on Wednesday (April 6, 2011), at Select Specialty Hospital in Bristol after a brief illness.

Marcheta was a member of Lyons Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church in Church Hill. She always greeted others with a smile. She enjoyed singing, cooking, sewing and doting on her grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her paternal great-grandparents, George and Sallie Price; maternal grandparents, Effie and Pete Leeper; father, Kenneth Leeper and stepfather, William “Bill” Price.
Marchetta is survived by her loving husband, Richard Allen Ford, of the home; mother, Mary Kate Brice of Church Hill; daughter, Chasidy Ann Ford of Church Hill; stepdaughter, Angel Uribe’ of Kingsport; sister, Dawn Temple of Kingsport; granddaughters, Rory Ford-Mendenhall and Rylee Ford-Cowden of Church Hill; grandsons, Marcus, Lake, Belgium and Maurice; sisters-in-law, Linda Kincaid of Kingsport, Janilla Ford-Lipe and husband, Darrell, of Surgoinsville and Anna Maddox of Greeneville; brothersin-law, Marcellous Rogers and wife, Phyllis, of Greeneville, and Mermon Rogers and wife, Annie, of Greeneville; devoted aunts, Minnie Cox and Zola Leeper, both of Church Hill; aunts, Elsie Horn and Thelma Dulaney of Knoxville and Louise Washington of Sacramento, Calif.; loyal cousins and a host of other relatives and friends.
The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. Sunday at Carter-Trent Funeral Home, 1115 Hwy. 11-W, Church Hill. Friends may also call anytime at the residence.
A funeral service will follow at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Pamela L. Hoard, the Rev. Roy Charles, the Rev. D. Bistan and the Rev. James Snapp officiating.
Burial will follow in Church Hill Memory Gardens.
Pallbearers will be Steve Manis, Randy Leeper, Eddie Cox, Bobby Cox, Ronnie Cox and D.J. Cowden. Honorary pallbearers will be Phillip Price, Frankie Price, William Lyons Jr. and Howard Hoard.
The family would like to extend a sincere and heartfelt thanks to all the healthcare providers that have taken care of Marcheta, with special thanks to Select Specialty Hospital in Bristol, Tenn.
Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.cartertrent.com.
Carter-Trent Funeral Home, Church Hill, is serving the Ford family.

Patrick Robinson Jr.

2011-03-29T07:39:00.000-07:00

BRISTOL, Va. — Patrick Henry Robinson Jr., known as “P.H.,” passed from this earthly life and on to eternal life and peace on March, 28, 2011 following a brief illness.

He was born on July 6, 1916 in Bristol, Va., and was grateful to God for letting him live for 94 years. He graduated from the old Douglass High School in 1934.
He earned his funeral director license in 1948. In 1953, he entered the Atlanta College of Mortuary Science and graduated in 1954. In 1955, his funeral home was incorporated as Robinson Mortuary located in Bristol, Va. In 1982, he became co-owner of Robinson Funeral Services, Inc., in Kingsport.
His personal and professional motto was: In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths. Proverbs 3:6. He grew up in the Lee Street Baptist Church and was a faithful member of the church for 86 years. He trustingly served the church as a deacon and usher, superintendent of the Sunday School, chairman of the Trustee Board and vice-president of the Lee Street Community Child Care Center. Other affiliations included: Member of the Jannie Hammitt Home, Organizer and Founder of the Orion Club (President for five years), member of the Macedonia Lodge #85 F&M Masons. Some of his community service included: member of the Board of Directors of the YMCA, member of the Kiwanis Club (including vice-president), chaplain and life-member the Bristol Boys and Girls Club and founding member of its Honors Board. Over the years he has received many awards for his service including: Man of the Year and Volunteer of the Year from the Bristol Boys and Girls Club, the Zella Moore Honor Award, the George Hixson Fellowship Honor and 41 years of perfect attendance award from the Kiwanis Club. In 2003, he was presented the Recognition Award for Long and Dedicated service to the community by the Bristol Virginia City Council.
Throughout his long life, he was a role model, and a beacon of light to all whom he encountered.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Patrick Henry and Ida White Robinson; loving wife, Bettie Lacy Robinson of 58 years; brother, Charles Frank Robinson; and sister, Rosa Etta Hathaway.
Survivors include a son, Dr. Frank Robinson, Sr.; three daughters, Dr. Maisah (Patricia) Robinson-Smith, Atlanta, Ga., Dr. Ida Robinson-Backmon, Peoria, Ariz. and Ms. Bettina A. Robinson, Douglasville, Ga.; two sons-in law, Mr. Eugene Backmon and Dr. Antar Smith; sister-in-law, Mrs. Eva Harvey, New York City; devoted friend, Mrs. Jewel Bell; six grandchildren, including Eric Robinson of Bristol, Tenn., who was close to his heart; 11 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and a host of other relatives.
A celebration of life for Patrick Henry Robinson Jr. will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday at Lee Street Baptist Church, Bristol, Va., with Dr. W.A. Johnson officiating. The body will lay in repose, beginning at 10 a.m. at the church.
The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. prior to the service at the church.
Interment will follow at Mountain View Cemetery, Bristol, Va.
Pallbearers will be deacons of Lee Street Baptist Church. Honorary pallbearers will be the Kiwanis Club of Bristol, funeral directors of East Tennessee and Southwest Virginia, the Orion Club and Dr. Grat Correll.
Flower bearers will be deaconesses of Lee Street Baptist Church and the Paramount Club.
E-mail condolences may be sent to the family at www.raclarkfuneralservice.com.
Patrick Henry Robinson Jr., and family are in the care of R.A. Clark Funeral Service, Inc. 423-764-8584.

Carol Mae Releford

2011-03-24T07:15:00.001-07:00

TEMPLE, Ga. — Carol Mae Releford, Aug. 26, 1965 – March 15, 2011, went home to be with the Lord after a courageous battle with Lupus. Carol passed away peacefully at her home in Temple, Ga., with her family by her side.

Carol was born and raised in Kingsport before settling in Temple, Ga. She was born the daughter of the late Ruby J. Pierce and Billy Saucers. She was a woman of great faith.

Carol will forever be remembered by her husband Frankie Releford, her loving sisters, Betsy Tompkins of Kingsport,
Susan Beard of Atlanta, Ga., Hedda Beard of Temple, Ga.; devoted
Beard and brothers, Joseph James Beard, both of Kingsport; beloved children, Sanchez Releford of Kings- port, Alloah Releford, Charmaine Releford and Faheem Releford, all of Temple, Ga.; treasured grandchildren, Kaban and Keelen Releford, Imani and Eric Releford; along with a special auntie, more like a sister, Daisy Pierce; and uncles, Willie Joe and Timothy Pierce; and her precious nephews and nieces; as well as a countless of other family and friends who were blessed to know her.

Carol sang like an angel and loved being with her family, loved her friends and deeply enjoyed watching her beloved grandchildren.

Carol Mae Releford touched the lives of many people with her love and generosity, and maintained her trademark kindness and songs of joy all the way throughout her life.

Friends and family are invited to celebrate her life during a memorial service on Sunday, March 27, 2011, at 2 p.m. at the Full Gospel Mission Church on East Sevier Ave.

Please contact family for donations and for further information at (423) 340-6692.

John Edwards III

2011-03-23T07:45:00.000-07:00

KINGSPORT — Mr. John Edwards III, 66, passed away peacefully on Tuesday (March 22, 2011), at his home with his family and his loyal companions, his dogs, Samson and Eve, by his side.
Mr. Edwards was a member of Lee Street Baptist Church, Bristol, Va. He retired from Northeast State. John served in the U.S. Navy, served a tour of duty in Desert Storm and retired from the Naval Reserve. John enjoyed being on the golf course until his health no longer permitted. He also served as president of the Douglass High School Alumni of Bristol, Va.
John was preceded in death by his mother, Mrs. Jeanette Edwards; father, Mr. John Edwards Jr.; sister, Mrs. Barbara A. Edwards; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Ben (Eva) Gammon.
John leaves to mourn his passing and cherish his memory, his two sons; his devoted caretaker, Mr. John (Scotty) Edwards and Mr. William (Billy) Fugate; a special friend and the mother of his children, Mrs. Charlyne Edwards; aunt, Mrs. Josephine Grudger, Decatur, Ga.; and a host of other loving relatives and friends; his golfing partners, Mr. Vernon Smith, the Rev. James Whiteside and Alex Hall; co-workers of Warriors Path Golf Club.
The family also would like to thank Amedisys Hospice for the care and dedicated service they provided for their loved one.
The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until the hour of service on Friday at Lee Street Baptist Church, 1 W. Mary St., Bristol, Va .
Funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday at the church with the Rev. Dr. W.A. Johnson officiating.
The interment will follow at V.A. National Cemetery, Mountain Home, Tenn. Military rites will be conducted by D.A.V. Honor Guard Chapter #40.
Mr. John Edwards III and family are in the care of R.A. Clark Funeral Service Inc. (423) 245-4971 and (423) 764-8584.
www.raclarkfuneralservice.com

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Irene Shoemaker

2011-03-14T07:36:00.000-07:00

GATE CITY, Va. — Irene Shoemaker, 88, Gate City, Va., passed away Saturday (March 12, 2011) at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center.

Irene was born in Tazewell County, Va., on July 4, 1922, to the late Jim and Nannie Johnson. It was in Tazewell County, Va., where she attended school until moving to Gate City, Va., on Oct. 6, 1941, to be with her mother. She loved gardening, caring for pets, and keeping house. She spent 26 years in house service with Inter Mountain Telephone Company, 14 years at the Gate City Laundry Mat, and in 1997 she took on the job of caregiver.
She loved the Atlanta Braves baseball team and watching Tiger Woods play golf. Going to the Fairview Market on Wednesdays and Saturdays was a passion she pursued for 30 years.
She was a member of Hale’s Chapel Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by seven brothers and three sisters.
She is survived by cousins, Virginia Clemons, Tazewell, Va., and Mrs. Fay Vi n e y, Tazewell, Va.; and one granddaughter, Adrianna Latoia “Toy” Shoemaker, Greenville, Tenn.; grandson, Jason Shoemaker; and daughter-in-law, Aubrey Shoemaker, Greeneville, Tenn.
The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. Thursday at the Gate City Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. in the Gene Falin Memorial Chapel of the funeral home with the Rev. Rochelle Maxwell and Pastor Keenan West officiating.
Burial will follow in the Holston View Cemetery, Weber City, Va. Carl Muncey, Bob Payne, Wallace Ross, Jr., and Buster Stacy will serve as pallbearers. James Woods and Wallace Ross Sr. will serve as honorary pallbearers. An online guest registry is available for the Shoemaker family at www.gatecityfunerals.com. Gate City Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Irene Shoemaker.

Rosetta Marie Gulatte

2011-03-14T07:30:00.000-07:00

KINGSPORT — Sister Rosetta Marie Gulatte, 89 of Kingsport, departed this life at Holston Valley Medical Center Saturday (March 12, 2011).

She was preceded in death by her parents, Clara Mooney Snoddy and Talmon Andrew Snoddy; husband, Willie True Gulatt; a devoted son-in-law, Eugene Hood; sisters, Nannie Kate Lee, Mary Alice Grissom and Lillian Cannon.
She is survived by her loving and devoted daughter, Linda Jane Hood, Kingsport; son, Andrew (Mary Anne), Greeneville, Tenn.; grandchildren, Joshua A. Gulatte, Savannah, Ga., Willie Andrew Gulatte, McDonald, Ga., Rashard Gulatte, Rockingham, N.C.; step-grandchildren, Mack Wise, Atlanta, Ga., Sabrina Gay, Baltimore, Md., Jeffery Almond, McDonald, Ga.; nieces, Ada Ruth Moultry, Kingsport, Velma (Arthur) Lemon, Atlanta, Ga., Valerie Lee McCoy, Greeneville, Tenn., Carmella R. Lee, Johnson City, Tenn.; nephews, John Robert Lee, Jr., Hollywood, Fla., Lafayette Lee, Greeneville, Tenn., James (Michelle) Lee Boynton Beach, Fla.; a host of great-nieces and great-nephews; special friends and thanks to Mrs. Ollie Perry and the Shiloh Baptist church family.
Funeral services for Sister Gulatte will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Thursday at Shiloh Baptist Church with, Dr. Rev. Kenneth Calvert officiating.
The internment will follow at Warrensburg Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until the hour of service.
Sister Gulatte and family are in the care of R. A. Clark Funeral Service, Inc.
www.raclarkfuneralservice@yahoo.com, 423-245-4971.

Mrs. Donna Gail Perry

2011-03-13T07:46:00.000-07:00

KINGSPORT — Mrs. Donna Gail Perry, 54, 247 Carver St. Kingsport, departed this life on Thursday, (March 10, 2011) after a long illness at Holston Valley Medical Center.

She was the daughter of the late Mr. James Hoard and Mrs. Mildred Hoard. Mrs. Perry was born on Jan. 8, 1957, in Kingsport, where she lived all her life.

She is survived by her husband, Mr. Henry Perry; two daughters, Ms. Selena Perry and Mrs. Michelle Perry; one granddaughter, Ashant Perry; three sisters, Ms. Brenda Wood, Atlanta, Ga., Mrs. Janet (Grover) Miller and Ms. Deborah Butts; several nephews and nieces; a special best friend and nephew, Mr. Kalid Azizz; closest best friends, Ms. Helen Beatty, Ms. Betty Ann Thomas, Mrs. Glenda Vaughan, Mrs. CeCe Rutledge and Mrs. Tammy Martin and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services Mrs. Donna Gail Perry will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Tuesday at Powerful New Life with, Elder Hugh Hale, officiating.

The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until the hour of service.

The internment will follow at V.A. National Cemetery.

Mrs. Perry and family are in the care of R.A. Clark Funeral Service, Inc.

www.raclarkfuneralservice.com 423-245-4971

2011-03-06T08:24:00.001-08:00

Jack Anderson

2011-03-06T08:17:00.000-08:00

GATE CITY, Va. — Jack Waltern Anderson, 69, Gate City, Va., passed away, Friday, (March 4, 2011) at the Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center.

Jack was born in Scott County on Feb. 24, 1942, and was the son of the late Walter and Maggie Anderson.

Jack attended Weber City Church of God. He retired from the Scott County Sheriff’s Department; was a member of the Copper Creek Ruritan Club where he served on the Board of Directors; and was a lifetime member of the Scott County Lifesaving Crew.

Jack loved putting out his garden every summer, but his favorite thing to do was to ride his great-granddaughter, Olivia, around in his red wagon.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers, Joe D. Anderson, June Wolfe, Mack Wolfe, and Kay Wolfe; and nephews, William “Buckwheat” Anderson, John “John-John” Wolfe, Sam Wolfe, Joe Wolfe, Tim Wolfe, and Ronnie Wolfe; niece, Breanna Lancaster; sisters-in-law, Almedia Robinette, Wanda Estill, and Kathleen Hensley; and special friends, Jip Lawson and Rudy Herron.

He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Patricia “Pinkie” Anderson,

Gate City, Va; sons, Jack “Nicky

Brown” Anderson, Jr., Gate City, Va., Joe Anderson and wife, Sharon, Kingsport, Troye Anderson and wife, Renay, Gate City, Va., and Robert Story , New York; daughters, Contrinia Payne and husband, Bob, Gate City, Va., and Danielle Anderson, Gate City, Va.; grandchildren, Olivia Hoyle, Whitney Kusnco and husband, Ali, Tihlee Anderson, Seth Hale, Lindsey Anderson, and Bryson Anderson; great-grandchildren, Elijah Kusnco, Kaden Kusnco, and Adrianna Lane; sister, Ruby Lawson, Gate City, Va.; brothers-in-law, Offeyette Robinette, Gate City, Va., Norbet Robinette, Ashland, Va., and Theo Robinette, Kingsport ; sisters-in-law, Thelma Anderson, Gate City, Va., Julia Wolfe, Gate City, Va., Blinda Brown, Kingsport, Sheridan Robinette, Kingsport, and Frida Thomas, Phoenix, Ariz.; devoted nephew, Tyrone Anderson; devoted niece, Dr. Alisa Lancaster and husband, Robert, Raleigh, N.C.; special adopted son and daughters, Bo and Kendra Taylor; and son, Jacob, and Denise Duncan; special friends, John and Willie Kilgore, Betty Pendleton and husband, Eugene, Robin McConnell, Ron and Jonikki Cope, Tammy Presley, Ray Carrico, J.R. Doughtery, Junior Saul, Terry Thorpe, John Broadwater, Karen and Kristen Williams, and Sue Hall; along with a host of other nieces, nephews, and friends.

The family will receive friends from 4 to 8 p.m., Monday at the Gate City Funeral Home and other times at the residence of Pinkie Anderson or the residence of Bob and Contrinia Payne.

Funeral services will be conducted at 8 p.m. in the Gene Falin Memorial Chapel of the funeral home with Rev Raymond Hammonds and Rev. Rochelle Maxwell officiating.

Cathy Lane, Rev. Raymond Hammonds, Liz and James Woods, and Arlena Hughes will provide the music.

Graveside services will be conducted at 1 p.m., Tuesday at the Holston View Cemetery.

Ray Carrico, J.R. Dougherty, Terry Thorpe, Billy Jo Wolfe, Ronald Cope, Stanley Rogers, George Wolfe, and John Broadwater will serve as pallbearers. John Kilgore, Buster Stacy, and members of the Scott County Lifesaving Crew will serve as honorary pallbearers.

Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home at 12 noon to go in procession to the graveside service.

The family of Jack Anderson wishes to convey a special thanks to the 5th floor ICU staff of Wellmont Holston Valley; to Amedisys Hospice Chaplain Mike Delham, and to nurse Misty Venette for their love and care.

An online guest registry is available for the Anderson family at www.gatecityfunerals.com.

Gate City Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Jack Anderson.

Mr. Daniel Hall Jr.

2011-02-17T08:14:00.000-08:00

Memorial services for Mr. Daniel Richard (Danny) Hall Jr., 60, who departed this life on Monday (Feb. 14, 2011), will be conducted on Friday at 2 p.m. from Friendship Baptist Church in Greeneville with Pastor Rev. C.C. Mills Jr. officiating. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until the hour of the service.

Mr. Daniel Richard (Danny) Hall Jr., and family are in the care of R.A. Clark Funeral Service Inc. 423-245-4971, www.raclarkfuneralservice.com.

James Jackson

2011-02-11T08:11:00.000-08:00

BIG STONE GAP, Va. — James “Lee Arthur” Jackson departed this life after a long illness on Wednesday (Feb. 9, 2011) at his home in Big Stone Gap, Va .

He was retired after 37 years with Westmoreland Coal Company. Fondly known by co-workers as Little Joe (later Joe – after his father), James will be remember for his dedication to his family and his spiritual walk with the Lord. Known for his singing voice and mild mannerism, he was always a motivator to and an inspiration to all who passed his w a y.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 63 years, Edna Jackson; his parents, Baker Joe and Susie Jackson; one sister, Ezelle Rickman (Arthur); one brother, Willis B, and one daughter, Aeyrer Smithers.

He leaves to mourn one sister, Suszanne Dees (Roger); nine sons, Yanthophalees, Big Stone Gap, Va., Breauster (Brenda), Fort Washington, Md., Larry Hennsey (Charlotte), Manassas, Va., Jakkae, Duffield, Va., Grayland (Tonya), Nashville, Tenn., Arriod (Gwendolyn), Fort Washington, Md., Xavier, Charlottesville, Va., Klaistrae, Lexington, Ky., Eupton (Sherri), Bowie, Md.; four daughters, Eileen, Big Stone Gap, Va., Ivy (Nelson) Adekoya, Grayson, Ga., Ayris, Roanoke, Va., Jamara (Jamar) Davis, Elkton, Va.; one son-in-law, James Smithers; one brother-in-law, Virgil Bandy (Gloria); one very special niece, Saundra Rickman; a very devoted grandson, Brian Zander; 17 grandchildren, three greatgrandchildren; a host of cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.

The family will receive friends at Holding Funeral Home, 17 East Third Street, Big Stone Gap, Va., Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m.

Funeral services will be held at New Hope Assembly Of God, 1405 1st Ave., E. on Monday at 12 p.m. Interment will follow at the Oakview Cemetery. E-mail condolences may be sent to holdingfuneralhome@verizon.net. Holding Funeral Home is serving the Jackson family.

Annie Lee Moss

2011-02-11T08:07:00.000-08:00

KINGSPORT — Annie Lee Moss, 85, of Kingsport, early Monday morning (Feb. 7, 2011) smiled and transitioned from earth to Glory.

She was born on Feb. 26, 1925 to Lillie Ruth Jones and Walter P. Clark; and step-father, Robert Shade Jones in Russellville.

Annie was a charter member and one of the remaining five “Elect Ladies” of Mount Zion Tabernacle Holiness Church, Kingsport. She also was one of the founding members of Full Gospel Mission Church, Kingsport. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Deacon Julius “Dude” Moss; four sisters Kate Jones, Hester Hill, Mary Clark and Frances Jones; and her brother, Joe B. (Jack) Clark.

She leaves to mourn her passing, her daughter, Jean (Terry) Moore, Kingsport; three grandchildren, Michael (Renee Bunche) Moore, Kingsport, Terita (Jonathan) Watson, Richmond, Calif., and TJ (Rebekah McCarty) Moore, Kingsport; six great-grandchildren, Annishia Moore, Toni and Mikesha Bradley, Michael I. Moore, all of Kingsport, Jordan and Jaylin Watson of Richmond, Calif.; one great-great-grandson, Cordé Moore, Kingsport; one sister, Margaret (Retired Command Sgt. Major James) Branner, Aberdeen, Md.; her faithful care-giving nieces and nephews, Patricia (Donald) Watts and Carolyn (Maurice) Butler, all of Kingsport and a host of special nieces and nephews too numerous to name. She was known as a special aunt, mamaw, cousin, and friend to m a n y.

The family would like to give special thanks to Holston Valley Medical Center, Amedisys Home Health, and BMA Dialysis Center for their special care given during her illness. Thanks to all her special neighbors whom she loved dearly at One Wilcox Place.

The family will receive friends at Mount Zion Tabernacle Holiness Church, 386 Dunbar St., Kingsport, on Saturday from 11 to 12 noon or you may also call at the home of her daughter, Jean Moore, 854 Dale St., Kingsport.

A home-going celebration for Elect Lady Annie Lee Moss will follow at 12 noon with Dr. Lester L. Turner Sr. officiating.

Interment services will be held at 4 p.m. at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens, Blountville. The funeral cortege will leave the church at 3:15 p.m. to go in procession.

You may send online condolences to the family by visiting http://www.cartertrent.com/ .

Carter-Trent Funeral Home, downtown Kingsport is serving the Moss family.

Dream Higgins

2011-02-09T08:16:00.000-08:00

KINGSPORT — Dream Higgins, 17, of Kingsport, died suddenly Wednesday (Feb. 2, 2011), at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center.

Born in Chicago, Ill., where she resided most of her life, Dream just recently moved to Kingsport from Lake Mills, Iowa. She was a junior at Dobyns-Bennett High School and while in Lake Mills, she at- tended Lake Mills High School. Dream was active in thespian arts and was awarded State Champion in Literary Reading. She was also the Regional President of FFCLA. While in Lake Mills, Dream worked as a waitress at The Grand Café. She never met a stranger and had such a vibrant personality.

Survivors include her mother, Dr. Yemaya Gilliam, and husband, Anthony, of Kingsport; father, Courtney Higgins of Chicago, Ill.; sister, Destiny Gilliam of Kingsport; brother, Desmond Gilliam of Kingsport; maternal grandparents, Melody and Frederick Banks of Harvey, Ill.; paternal grandparents, Patricia Powell of Chicago, Ill., and William Higgins of Indianapolis, Ind.; maternal great-grandmother, Geneva Powers of Colbert, Ga.; great-aunt, Beverly Higgins of Chicago, Ill.; several aunts, uncles and cousins.

The family will receive friends from 2 to 3 p.m. on Saturday at Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home, Fall Branch. The service will begin at 3 p.m. with Pastor Jim Manis officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Sullivan County Humane Society, 2141 Idle Hour Road, Kingsport, Tenn. 37660.

Please visit www.hamlettdobson.com to leave an online condolence for the family.

Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Homes, Fall Branch, is serving the family of Dream Higgins.

Rev. James Ellis Snapp

2011-01-31T08:04:00.000-08:00

KINGSPORT — Rev. James Ellis Snapp, 64, 949 Dale Street Kingsport, departed this life early Saturday morning, (Jan. 29, 2011) at Wellmont-Holston Valley Medical Center after a brief illness.

Rev. Snapp was a life Citizens of Kingsport, he was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, was the first African American police officer hired by the city of Kingsport; a member of Central Baptist Church and Assistant Pastor at Central Baptist Church. Rev. Snapp served as Chaplin of Vietnam Veterans of America and volunteered for the Red Cross.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Snapp.

He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Janie Mae Snapp; six daughters, Ms. Mary Elizabeth Snapp, Mrs. Shirley Long, Mrs. Teresa Harold, Mrs. Tammy
Franklin, Mrs. Peggy Britt and Mrs. Jeannie Bernard; 19 grandchildren; father, Mr. Charles A. Ellis Snapp; one brother, Mr. Arthur L. Snapp and a host of friends of other relatives.

Funeral service for Rev. James Ellis Snapp will be conducted on Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the Central Baptist Church with Pastor Ricardo F. Dorcean, officiating.

The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. until the hour of service.

The interment service will be conducted at the V.A. National Cemetery on Thursday at 2 p.m. The cortege will depart Central Baptist Church at 1 p.m.

Rev. James Ellis Snapp and family are in the care of R.A. Clark Funeral Service, Inc. 423-245-4971 http://www.raclarkfuneralservice.com/

Mr. Lawrence C. Jones

2010-12-26T07:34:00.000-08:00

ELIZABETHTON — Mr. Lawrence C. Jones, 75, formerly of Kingsport, departed this life on Friday morning (Dec. 25, 2010), at Life Care Center Elizabethton, Tenn., after a lengthy illness.

Mr. Jones was born on May 11, 1935, in Greensboro, Ala., and was a graduate of Douglass High School in Kingsport. Mr. Jones served in the United States Army for 25 years.

He was a member of Central Baptist Church where he served on the usher board.

He was preceded in death by his parents, mother, Mrs. Mary Hutcherson; brother, Mr. Fletcher Hutcherson Jr.; sister, Mrs. Loretta Valentine; aunt, Ovetta Gaines.

Mr. Jones leaves to celebrate his homegoing: one sister, Mrs. Ora Lee Richardson; aunt, Mrs. Beulah Banner; and members of the family, the Rev. Bobby Hill and the Rev. Dr. Anthony Daniels, Wayne and Jerry Green; several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. till the hour of service at Central Baptist Church.

Funeral service for Mr. Jones will be conducted at noon on Friday at the church with Pastor Ricardo F. Dorecan and the Rev. Dr. Anthony Daniels.

Graveside service will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Monday at V.A. National Cemetery. The cortege will depart from Central Baptist Church at 1 p.m.

Friends may call the home of Mrs. Beulah Banner 1011 Douglass Street in Riverview, Kingsport.

Mr. Jones and family are in the care of R.A. Clark Funeral Service Inc. 423-245-4971.

http://www.raclarkfuneralservice.com/

Mrs. Chiquita Owens

2010-12-26T07:31:00.000-08:00

BRISTOL, Tenn. — Mrs. Chiquita Louise English Owens was born June 6, 1932 in Bristol, Tenn. to Mrs. Edna D. and Carl English. She departed this life after a brief illness on (Dec. 23, 2010) at Bristol Wellmont Regional Medical Center.
She was employed at University Hospital of Cleveland, and retired from Hough Norwood Clinic of Cleveland, Ohio. She was currently employed part -time by Sunhouse of Bristol, Va.

Mrs. Owens received Christ at an early age at Lee Street Baptist Church. She participate in Sunday School and B.T.U. She was a graduate of Douglass High School of Bristol, VA and a Certified Phlebotomist under the National Phlebotomy Association.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Mr. Harvey Owens and father, Mr. Carl English.

She leaves to cherish her memories:

mother, Mrs. Edna English of Bristol, Va.; one favorite brother, Mr. Carlton (Eva Mae) English of Ft. Washington, Md.; seven sisters, Ms. Brenda English of Petersburg, Va., Ms. Piccola English of Hillsville, Va., Mrs. Clara Dulaney, Mrs. Vivian (Douglass) Releford of Kingsport, Mrs. Theresa (Emanuel) Courtland of Strongsville, Ohio, Mrs. Billie D. Anderson of Bristol, Tenn., and Ms. Gloria English of Bristol, Va.; one aunt, Mrs. Lydia Goodbread of Anniston, Ala.; three nieces Angela and Debra English of Washington, D.C., and Carla Releford of Knoxville, Tenn.; two nephews, Michael Dulaney, Kingsport, Tenn. and Carlton Releford of Knoxville, Tenn; Skeet is also survived by and a host of cousins; great nieces and nephews; and friends including James Henry of Kingsport, Mary Ann Wright and Marian Price,

The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. till the hour of service.

Funeral services for Mrs.Owens will be conducted at 12 noon on Tuesday at Lee Street Baptist Church with Dr. W.A. Johnson, officiating.

The interment will follow at Mt. View Cemetery.

Mrs. Owens and family are in the care of R.A. Clark Funeral Service, Inc. 423-764-8584, http://www.raclarkfuneralservice.com/

Bobby “Tuggy” Smith

2010-12-21T23:41:00.000-08:00

KINGSPORT — Bobby Gene “Tuggy” Smith, 69, of Kingsport, went to be the Lord (Dec. 20, 2010), at Holston Valley Medical Center.

He was born May 23, 1941, in Greeneville. He was a member of Full Gospel Mission and enjoyed singing with his high tenor voice. Bobby was a excellent football player for Swift High School in Rogersville.

He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Mr. Cephas and Mrs. Angel (Crum) Smith; maternal grandparents, Mr. John and Mrs. Vannie Crum; paternal grandparents, Mr. Alfred and Mrs. Fannie Smith; and a brother-in-law, Mr. Johnny Swagerty. He leaves to mourn one son, Victor McMiller; grandchildren, Matthew Phillips of Kingsport and Victor McMiller Jr. of Detroit, Mich.; two sisters, the Rev. Geraldine Swagerty and Carolyn (Larry) Maxwell of Kingsport; uncle, Luchion (Buddio) Crum, of Moshiem; nieces, Letitia (Edward) Hayes, Delisa Hale, Camellia (Lawrence) Myrick, Johnnie Mae Swagerty; devoted caregiver and niece, Angel Blye, Angie (James) Morris, Alabama, Crystal Lee of Kingsport; and a host of great-nieces, great-nephews and relatives.

The family appreciates Mr. David Berry of Berry’s Pharmacy.

Friends may call anytime at the residence of his niece, Letitia and Edwards Hayes, 853 Dale St., Kingsport.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete.

Mr. Smith and family are in the care of R.A. Clark Funeral Service Inc. www.raclarkfuneralservice.com 423-245-4971.

Mr. Herbert Carter

2010-12-21T08:25:00.000-08:00

BRISTOL, Va. — Mr. Herbert Burton (H.B.) Carter, 88, 823 Maple Street, Bristol, Va., departed this life on Friday (Dec. 17, 2010) at James H Quillen VA. Medical Center, Mountain Home, Tenn. after a brief illness.

Mr. Carter was born in Thorpe, W.Va. He made his home in Bristol for several years, Mr. Carter was a veteran of the U.S. Army, a member of Lee Street Baptist Church where he served on the Men’s Usher Board and retired from Cowan Brothers.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. Charles and Mrs. Mary Carter; two brothers, Mr. Wifred H. Carter and Mr. William E. Carter.

Survived by two daughters, Mrs. Maria Carter (James “Pete”) Redmon and Mrs. Teresa C. (Thomas) Brown; three grandchildren, Robynn Chavez, Teresa Francesconi and Bradley L. Carter; four great-grandchildren, James Francesconi, Brianne Rhoton, Ally Rhoton and Jalyn Carter; one sister, Mrs. Charmie G. Horton; aunt and his special friend, Mrs. Lillie B. Carter.

The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until the hour of service at Lee Street Baptist Church. Services will be conducted at 12 noon on Thursday at the church with Dr. W.A. Johnson officiating.

The interment will follow at V.A. National Cemetery Mountain Home, Tenn.

Mr. Herbert Burton (H.B.) Carter and family are in the care of R.A. Clark Funeral Service, Inc. 423-764-8584. www.raclarkfuneralservice.com.

Anna Hale Collins

2010-12-18T20:16:00.000-08:00

ROGERSVILLE — Anna Louella Hale Collins, 62, of Rogersville, passed away Tuesday (Dec. 14, 2010) at her residence.

She attended Powerful New Life Church. She was a great giver to others and enjoyed sewing. Anna was born Sept. 2, 1948, in Huntington, W.Va.

She was the daughter of the late James William and Novella Elizabeth Hale. She was one of six children. She was also preceded in death by two brothers, John Edward Hale of Bristol and James William Hale Jr. of Rogersville.

She leaves to mourn her death two sisters, Mary Elizabeth Fain of Kingsport and Barbara Jean Fugate of Rogersville; one brother, Pastor Hugh Allen Hale and wife, Lorie of Rogersville; and a host of nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends anytime at the residence of her sister, Barbara Jean Fugate, and from 1 to 2 p.m. Monday at Colboch-Price Funeral Home.

Funeral services will follow at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Hugh Allen Hale and the Rev. Neal Ewing officiating.

Interment will follow in Mitchell Crest Cemetery.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.colbochpricefuneralhome.com.

Colboch-Price Funeral Home in Rogersville is honored to be serving the Collins family.

Mrs. Shirley Bond-Rogers

2010-12-09T07:52:00.000-08:00

KINGSPORT — Mrs. Shirley Ann Bond-Rogers, 74, departed this life on Wednesday (Dec. 8, 2010), at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center. Mrs. Rogers was born March 22, 1936.

Shirley was a very happy, family-oriented person; she loved to spend time in her garden, and preparing the perfect meal, she was loved by many, and will never be forgotten. She had a very devoted and cohesive family. She attended Stillman College in Tuscaloosa, Ala., for two years. And she retired from Baysmont Asbury Place.

Shirley is preceded in death by her father, Mr. Oscar Bond, and daughter, Nadine Rogers.

She is survived by her son, Mr. Conrad Bond; sister, Regina (Isiah) Gray; stepchildren, Gregory, Denise, and Dennis (Camilla) Rogers of Knoxville, Tenn.; mother, Evangelist Willie B. Evans Bond; grandchildren (that she raised) Marcus, Anthony, and Niesha Rogers; great-granddaughter, Ja’maya Fluellen; five uncles, Mr. Orvel (Beatrice) Bond, Mr. William Evens, Mr. Hugh Hodge, Mr. John (Members) Bond of Fayetteville, N.C., and Mr. Escoe Branner of New York, N.Y.; two nieces, Mrs. Jacquelyn Releford, Mrs. Nikki Dully; great nieces, Ronisha Dully and Ja’Necqua Releford; great nephews, Kameron Cox and Ja’Veonn Dully, and a host of cousins and friends.

Special friends and affiliations were Shirley Lollar Patterson, Gladys Davis Thomas, Deloris Blye and the Coffee Club (Mona Sensabaugh and Iris Rhoton).

Special heartfelt thanks from the Bond-Rogers family to Holston Valley Emergency Room and Wilcox Hall for all of the care, support, and prayers given to Shirley and her family.

Thanks for the many prayers, concerned calls, and visits from the community.

Friends may call the home of Regina and Isiah Gray’s, 3412 Stafford St., Kingsport, Tenn.

In lieu of flowers make donation to the Nadine Rogers Foundation, 3412 Stafford St., Kingsport, Tenn. 37660, in care of Regina Gray.

Memorial service for Mrs. Shirley Ann Bond-Rogers will be conducted at 2 p.m., Pierce Chapel A.M.E. Cemetery, at 2 p.m. on Saturday with Pastor Joseph Comage, officiating.

Mrs. Shirley Ann Bond-Rogers and family are in the care of R.A. Clark Funeral Service Inc. http://www.raclarkfuneralservice.com/ 423-245-4971

Eula V. Harris

2010-12-08T09:35:00.000-08:00

Eula V. Carpenter Harris, 68, of Kingsport, went home to be with the Lord Thursday morning, December 2, 2010, at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center, Kingsport after a long illness.

She was born in Batesvile, Mississipppi, was a former resident of Memphis and had lived in Kingsport for the past ten years. Mrs. Harris was a member of the Great Comunion Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Needon Harris; her parents, Olen T. and Sarah Austin Carpenter; two sisters, Sarah Smith, Mary Carpenter; six brothers, Chester Carpenter, James Carpenter, Thomas Carpenter, David Carpenter, Aubrey Carpenter and Jimmy Carpenter and daugher-in-law, Erma Jean Hill.

Survivors include her daughters, Alicia Hill and Cassandra Hill of the home; four sons, Needon Harris of Memphis, Derrick Hill of Nashville, Darren Hill and Jeffrey Hill both of the home; six grandchildren, Corderious Hill, Sylicia Bryson, Daylon Bryson, Destiny Hill, Deriona HIll and Darren Hill, Jr.; four brothers, William Carpenter of Kingsport, Clifton Carpenter and wife, Leslie of Church Hill, James Carpenter of Anchorage, Alaska and Larry D. Carpenter of Kingsport along with several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

Due to inclement weather a committal service will be held at 1 pm on Tuesday, December 7, 2010 at Carter-Trent Funeral Home, 520 Watauga Street with Pastor Matthew Thomas, officiating.

Carter-Trent Funeral Home, downtown Kingsport is serving the Harris family.

Damon Gilbraith

2010-11-25T08:07:00.000-08:00

ROGERSVILLE — Damon Gilbraith, 46, of Rogersville, passed away on Saturday (Nov. 20, 2010), at his home after an extended illness.

Damon will be remembered for his passion for family, friends and fishing.

He was preceded in death by parents, Irvin B. and Stella Jo Gilbraith; brother, Thomas Gilbraith; and a sister, Ella Gilbraith.

He is survived by wife, Vickie Gilbraith; children, Robert W. Williams , Zachary E. Williams, and Arika Smith of Rogersville; sisters, Stella (Tommy) Logan of Rogersville, Tamma (Dwight) Irving of Spencer, Okla., Beverly (Phillip) Snapp of Rogersville; brothers, Joe John (Elaine) of Atlanta, Ga., Roger (Edith) Gilbraith of Rogersville, Benjamin Gilbraith of Rogersville; nieces, Arlanda Wilson, Sonya Gilbraith, Stephanie Logan; nephews, Andre’ Gilbraith, Bryan Logan and Brandon Snapp of Rogersville; and a host of other family and friends.

Our family wishes to extend deepest gratitude to those who made themselves available to Damon during his illness and for sentiments, phone calls, food and visits.

The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. Friday (Nov. 26, 2010) at Dockery Funeral Home Inc., 117 E. Third South St., Morristown.

A memorial service will be held on Friday (Nov. 26, 2010), at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel.

George Campbell, Jr.

2010-11-11T07:10:00.000-08:00

Graveside services for Mr. George Washington Campbell Jr. (Junebug), 84, who departed this life on Nov. 6, 2010, will be conducted at noon today, November 11, 2010, at East Lawn Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at anytime at 334 Louis St.

The cortege will depart from 334 Louis St., Kingsport, at 11:15 a.m. today to go to the graveside service.

Mr. George Washington Campbell Jr. and family are in the care of R.A. Clark Funeral Service, Inc. 423-245-4971, www.raclarkfuneralservice.com.

Shelia P. Morton

2010-10-15T07:39:00.000-07:00

KINGSPORT — Sheila P. Morton, 55, of Kingsport, went home to be with her Lord on Friday (Oct. 8, 2010) at Indian Path Medical Center.

Shelia was born Aug. 23, 1955, in Washington, D.C., to the late Walter Clark and Priscilla Clark Hall. She was a native of Washington, D.C. Sheila was the mother of one child, and one grandson, whom she loved unconditionally. She was a loving mother, sister, and friend to all who knew her.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Neil Morton Sr.; and a brother, Leroy Johnson.

Sheila is survived by one d a u g h t e r,

Jameca Wilson of Washington, D.C.; one grandson, Marc A. Beatty Jr.; a special friend and companion, Alan Lane; three sisters, Tryphena Whitfield, Leona Sanders and husband, Robert, Vanessa Powers and husband, Louis; three brothers, Andre Clark, Walter Clark and Orlando Clark; special friends, Harold J. Coleman Sr., James David Young Sr., and Linda Maxwell Wise.

A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday in the chapel of Carter-Trent Funeral Home, 520 Watauga St., Kingsport, with the Rev. Dr. Anthony Daniels officiating.

Music will be provided by Trina Johnson serving as the soloist.

Repast will be held at the home of Linda Maxwell Wise, 908 Teasel Drive, Apt. #2, Kingsport, Tenn. 37660, immediately following the services.

Carter-Trent Funeral Home, downtown Kingsport, is serving the Morton family.

Leonie Dor’Ann Williams

2010-10-13T06:54:00.000-07:00

KINGSPORT — Leonie Dor’Ann Annette Williams, age one month and 3 days, went home to be with the Lord at Holston Valley Medical Center on Oct. 9, 2010.

She was preceded in death by maternal grandfather, Leon Williams Sr.; maternal great-grandfather, Wyman Johnson; maternal great-grandmother, Annette Johnson.
She is survived by her mother, La-Toya Williams and father, Travis Hester; brother, Tyree Williams; grandmother, Suzette Beatty; aunt and uncle, Patrice Williams and Tyrone Rogers; aunt and uncle, Stephanie Mode and Stephen Williams and uncle Jeremy Williams; and a host of greataunts and uncles, and cousins.
Graveside services will be Thursday at 1 p.m. at East Lawn Memorial Park with the Rev. Charles Hawkins officiating. Family and friends are asked to gather at the graveside by 12:45 p.m.
Memorial services will follow at 3 p.m. at Bethel A.M.E. Zion Church with the Rev. Charles Hawkins officiating.
East Lawn Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Williams family.

Bertie Sue Ruffin

2010-10-12T07:28:00.000-07:00

Bertie Sue Ruffin was born in Jefferson County, Tennessee, the first child of Milton
C. Ruffin and Oakadel Leeper Ruffin both who preceded her in death. Bertie went
home to be with the Lord on October 6, 2010 in Christiana Hospital surrounded by
her daughters.

Bertie completed elementary and high school in Hawkins County, Tennessee and graduated as valedictorian from Swift High School. She was reading by age 4 and developed a love of books. After completing high school she moved to
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where she attended the Franklin Institute of Technology and became an X-Ray technologist for a number of years. Years later, Bertie attended University of Pennsylvania where she studied English Literature. Bertie was a Christian and attended church all her life. She was a member of First African Baptist Church for several years before joining Mount Hebron Baptist Church where she remained faithful until relocating to Delaware. She enjoyed hearing the choirs and reading the Bible.

Once Bertie moved to Delaware, she took pride in her volunteer work at the Middletown
Senior Center.

Bertie was affectionately known as “Bobbie” to her brothers, sisters and longtime
friends. She became involved in various social organizations in Philadelphia where
she met Patrick Mayazi. From this union were three children whom she took pride
in raising: Nema, Amina and Maisha.

Bertie was a devoted, loving mother, sister and friend. She enhanced the lives of her family in so many ways. She taught them laughter, perseverance and to recognize the important things in life. She always stressed the need for a good education and was always very involved in helping her children with homework and studying. Bertie enjoyed spending time with her family and sharing the family history. Bertie cared about her neighbors and would lend a hand to anyone in need.

Bertie loved classical music like Tchaikovsky and good soul music like the
Commodores, Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye. Bertie was easy going, charismatic, fun
to be around and had a great sense of humor.

Bertie leaves to cherish her memory three daughters, Nema Manuel(Brian) of Laurel
Maryland, Amina Mayazi-Saunders (Scott) of Middletown, Delaware, Maisha Mayazi
(Brian), of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She is survived by two sisters Barbra Ruffin
Boston of San Francisco, California, Constance Ruffin Darling of Denver, Colorado, two brothers, Milton Ronald Ruffin of Asheville, North Carolina and Roy Cassius Ruffin of Atlanta, Georgia, one sister-in-law Pamela Ruffin. She also leaves three very special grandchildren: Akili Gemina, Mekhi Giovanni, and Nia Simone. Also mourning her loss are two precious aunts: Luther Mae Bragg of West Hartford, Connecticut and Natalie Morris of White Pine, Tennessee, several cousins, Shelby, Mary Edith, Carolyn Sue of Hartford Connecticut, Dwayne, Sheila and Gayle of Tennessee. She also leaves to mourn special nephew Roy Ruffin, and a host of nieces, nephews and friends and a childhood friend, Jenni Belle Bristol of Kingsport, Tennessee and one special dog, Cinnamon whom she loved dearly.

The funeral service will be held on Friday, October 15, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. The service will take place at the Trinity AME Church located at 27 E. Lockwood Street in Middletown, DE 19709. The repast is at Amina's home located at 40 Watson Lane in Middletown, DE 19709.

Serving the Mayazi-Ruffin family is the Congo Funeral Home located at 201 N. Gray Avenue in Wilmington, DE 19805. The phone number is 302-652-8887.

A florist near Amina's home is Elana's Broad Street Florist and Gifts. The address is 500 N. Broad Street in Middletown, DE 19709 and the phone number is 302 285 0801.

Mr. Connie Swann Jr.

2010-10-08T07:32:00.000-07:00

CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. — Mr. Connie Benjamin Harris Swann, 66, of Clarksville, Tenn., departed this life due to an automobile accident on Monday (Oct. 4, 2010) in Springfield, Tenn.

Mr. Swann was a graduate of Swift Memorial High School, Rogersville.
Mr. Swann was a decorated soldier in the U.S. Army. He was awarded among other medals the Purple Heart and Silver Star for Valor in Battle while serving in Vi e t n a m .
Preceded in death by his wife, Mrs. Alfreda Swann; father, Mr. Ben H. Swann, Sr. and mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Lucille Looney Swann.
Survived by his two sons, Mr. Lonnie Looney, South Carolina and Mr. Benjamin Bellamy, Elizabethton; one daughter, Mrs. Rhonda Looney Brown Rogersville; five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; two brothers, Mr. Carl E. Swann, Kingsport and Mr. Vernon L. Swann, Corinth, Tex.; three sisters, Mrs. Willie Mae (William) Hickman, Kingsport, Mrs. Barbara H. Greene, Church Hill and Ms. Marva A. Swann, Nashville, Tenn.; best cousin, Mrs. Margaret Johnson and devoted friend, Pam (Miss Bones) Swaggerty and Mr. Darnell Holmes; and a host of other relatives and friends.
The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. till the hour of service on Sunday at Carter-Trent Funeral Home. Services will be conducted at 3 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home chapel.
The interment will be conducted at the V.A. National Cemetery, Mt. Home on Monday at 9 a.m. The cortege will depart at 8 a.m. from Mr. Carl’s Place of business on Lincoln Street.
Mr. Swann and family are in the care of R.A. Clark Funeral Service, Inc. 423-245-4971. www.raclarkfuneralservice.com.

Mr. George C. Smith

2010-09-14T07:15:00.001-07:00

KINGSPORT — Mr. George C. Smith, 67, 734 Myrtle St., departed this life on Monday (Sept. 13, 2010) at the Wexford House.
Funeral services for Mr. Smith will take place in Cleveland, Ohio on Wednesday (Sept. 25, 2010) at Pernel Jones & Sons Funeral Home, 7120 Cedar Avenue Cleveland, Ohio 216-431-9205.
Mr. Smith and family are in the care of R.A. Clark Funeral Service, Inc. 423-245-4971. www.raclarkfuneralservice.com & Pernel Jones & Sons Funeral Home Cleveland, Ohio.

Illinoise Mitchell

2010-08-27T07:48:00.000-07:00

BIG STONE GAP, Va. — Illinoise Tucker Mitchell, 99, entered into Heavenly rest on Tuesday (Aug. 24, 2010) at her residence.
She was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church. She lived most of her life in this area.

Illinoise was retired from The Bread and Chicken House formerly located in Big Stone Gap. She was one of the original founders of the business and served as a master baker and pastry decorator until her retirement.
Other endeavors she undertook during her life were serving on The Lonesome Pine Hospital Board of Directors for 20 years, a past Director of the Big Stone Gap Aware Program, an Inspector at Trigiani Garment Factory, cafeteria manager at the former Bland High School, housekeeper of Allandale Mansion, past Worthy Matron of Harold Chapter 180 Order of the Eastern Star.
She was very active in United Methodist Church and United Methodist Women, she taught Sunday school for 30 years, she was a certified lay leader for the Methodist church. She graduated from Morristown College and attended high school at Bethune-Cookman School for young women in North Carolina.
She was preceded in death by her parents, the Rev. S.L. and Elizabeth Hall Tucker; sister, Bertha Long; her husband, the Rev. Albert S. Mitchell; her nephews, J.B. Long, J.C. Long; and niece, Billie Jean Grier.
She is survived by her daughter, Alberta E. Mitchell of Big Stone Gap; her grandson, Kevin Mitchell of Kingsport; three greatgrandchildren, Aaron Davidson, Amber Aliff and Sarah Aliff of Kingsport and five great-great-grandchildren. Other survivors are nieces, Valeria Long, Lanham, Md., Ruth Hardin, Knoxville, Vivian Varner and husband, Lee, of Knoxville, Tenn., Darlene Curry, Waldorf, Md., Sheila Purnell and husband, John of Cincinnati, Ohio, Patricia Dulaney of Knoxville, Tenn.; nephews, Tim Long of Knoxville Tenn., Butch Long and wife, Carol, Quentin Long, Joseph Long Jr. and Virgil Long, all of Knoxville, Tenn. As well as a host of greatnieces and nephews; and special friend and road partner, Peggy Lane.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Trinity United Methodist Church, East First and Wyandotte, Big Stone Gap.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday at the church.
Graveside services will follow in the Oak View Cemetery, Big Stone Gap. Pallbearers will be family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations maybe made to the MEOC Fuel Fund or the Nutrition Fund, P.O. Box 888, Big Stone Gap, Va. 24219.
Online condolences maybe sent at gilliamfuneralhome.com.
Gilliam Funeral Home, Big Stone Gap, is serving the Mitchell family.

Jessie M. Logan Gamble

2010-08-24T07:40:00.000-07:00

KINGSPORT — Jessie M. Logan Gamble, 80, of Kingsport, departed this life peacefully at her residence on Friday (Aug. 20, 2010).

Ms. Gamble was of the Baptist faith. She was a graduate of Douglass High School. She continued her education at Swift Memorial Junior College where she received her degree. Jessie retired from the Kingsport Press.
Ms. Gamble was preceded in death by her parents, Avery and Zinnia Moore Logan; an infant son, Peter; and her sister, Mary Frances Logan.
Surviving is her daughter, Kay Gamble of the home; two sons, Mark Gamble and Tyler Logan, both of Kingsport; three grandchildren, Brandon Gamble, Jamar Hardy and Brandi Gamble; five great-grandchildren; one sister, Ruth Ford of Johnson City; two brothers, Herman Logan and Avery Logan, Jr., both of Kingsport; and a host of nieces, nephews, friends and loved ones.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to her friend, Kay Hall.
The family will receive friends in the J. Wayne Hamilton Memorial Chapel of Oak Hill Funeral Home on Wednesday from 10 to 11 a.m.
Funeral services will follow at 11 a.m. with Rev. Matthew Thomas officiating.
Graveside services will follow in the Garden of Christus in Oak Hill Memorial Park. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers The staff of Oak Hill Memorial Park, Funerals and Cremations is honored to serve the family of Jessie M. Logan Gamble. An online guest registry may be signed at http://www.oakhillmemorialpark.com.

Evangelist Deborah Louise Releford

2010-08-19T07:28:00.000-07:00

KINGSPORT — Evangelist Deborah Louise Releford, 53, 412 Dunbar St., departed this life Sunday evening (Aug. 15, 2010) at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center after a brief illness.

Evangelist Releford was born in Kingsport and was a graduate of Dobyns-Bennett High School. Evangelist Releford was a member of Central Baptist Church and a member of Kingsport Ministerial Alliance.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Kate Releford; father, Bravell Franklin McClintock; sister, Bravene Lee; grandparents, Richard and Lillie Mae Releford.
Surviving are her brothers, Gary Releford, Knoxville, Tenn., Andre (Jo Ann) Releford, Blacksburg, Va., Giles B. McClintock and William H. (Twinkle) McClintock; sisters, India Releford, Ilesia Anderson and Jackie (Carl) Scott of Kingsport; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to noon Saturday at Central Baptist Church with funeral services following at noon with the Rev. Ricardo F. Dorcean officiating.
Interment will follow at Mitchell Crest Cemetery in Rogersville.
Evangelist Deborah Louise Releford and family are in the care of R.A. Clark Funeral Service Inc., 423-245-4971. www.raclarkfuneralservice.com.

Mrs. Dorothy White

2010-08-09T07:01:00.001-07:00

KINGSPORT — Mrs. Dorothy Edna White, 84, 1240 Riverside Ave., Kingsport, departed this life on Aug. 4, 2010 at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center after brief illness.
Mrs. White attended Powerful New Life Church.
Mrs. White is preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Josiah White, Jr.; father, Mr. Paul Keaton; mother, Mrs. Mary Edna Keaton; two sisters, Mrs. Patricia Harris and Helen E. Keaton; three (infant) brothers; one niece, Mrs. Janice Harris.
She leaves to cherish her memory, one son, Mr. Josiah (Felisha) White, III; one daughter, Mary Donita White; one grandchild, Jomyjiah Jo’Lesha White; one step grandchild, Cora M. Patrick; brother-in-law, Mr. Charles Harris; one sister-in-law, Miss Bernice Horton; niece, Karen (Howard) Grantham; three nephews, Mr. Larry Keaton, Mr. David Keaton and Mr. Daniel Harris; a host of other relatives and friends.
The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until the hour of service Saturday at Mt. Zion Holiness Church.
Funeral services will be conducted at 12 noon on Saturday at the church with Elder Lester Turner and Elder Hugh Hale officiating.
Interment will follow at Holston View Cemetery, Weber City, VA.
Mrs. White and family are in the care of R.A. Clark Funeral Service, Inc. 423-245-4971. www.raclarkfuneralservice.com.

Cynthia S. Brice-Fugate and Howard Fugate

2010-08-06T07:53:00.000-07:00

ROGERSVILLE — Cynthia S. Brice-Fugate, born Dec. 2, 1958, to the late Mary Dorothy Ewing and the late Robert Hoard Sr., departed this life with her husband of 27 years, Howard L. Fugate, Monday (Aug. 2, 2010).

Cynthia grew up in the Petersburg community and was a member of Petersburg A.M.E. Zion Church where she took pride in participating in whatever was asked of her. She loved cooking and reading. Most days you could find her working in her plants which she loved.
She was also preceded in death by her grandparents, Leola and Walter Brice; sister, Karen Brice; and uncles, William Lawrence Brice and Donnie Lynn Brice Sr. Her dogs, Sir James, Tiberius, and Tilley, perished with her and Howard. Her departure is a great loss to her entire family and her church family.
She leaves to cherish her memory her loving daughters, Pascha N. Williams (Reggie), of Carrollton, Ga., and Shandra L. Fanney (Artie), of Morristown. She also leaves to cherish her memory her greatest joys, her five grandchildren, Autumn, Reggie II, Anthony, Bria, and Adrianna; sisters, Stella Darlene and Melissa Diane Ewing, Marcella Thompson, Nettie B. Snapp and Kaye Henderson; brothers, James Leroy and Herbert Eugene Ewing, Spencer, Robert Jr. and Gary W. Hoard; aunts, Shirley Looney and Stella Pyles; uncles, Walter Edward, James Lee and Charles Brice; very special second parents, Fred Jr. and Betty Fugate; and a host of cousins and friends. Acknowledging special friends and “children,” Wendy Bullington, Quenten Martin, Jessica Motley, Ron and Mylinda Kerr.
The family will also receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Colboch-Price Funeral Home. The family will receive friends anytime at her daughter’s home, 2775 Helton Gaby Road, Morristown, and her aunt, Stella Pyles, 500 Watterson St., Rogersville.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Earnest Easterly and Elder James Allen officiating and special speaker, Evangelist Beady Fugate.
Interment will follow in the Brice Family Cemetery.
Those who wish may send online condolences to the family at www.colbochpricefuneralhome.com.
Colboch-Price Funeral Home in Rogersville is honored to be serving the Fugate family.

ROGERSVILLE — Howard Lee Fugate, born March 5, 1958, to Fred Fugate Jr, and Betty E. Watterson Fugate, departed this life with his wife of 27 years, Cynthia S. Brice Fugate, Monday (Aug. 2, 2010).

He attended schools on military bases in Florida, Ohio, and Germany, completing his education in Surgoinsville. Howard was employed at DTR in Midway, Tenn.
Howard was preceded in death by his grandparents, Fred Sr. and Louise Fugate and Clinton and Fannie Watterson.
In addition to his parents, Howard leaves to cherish his memory his stepchildren, Pascha N. Williams (Reggie), of Carrollton, Ga., and Shandra L. Fanney (Artie), of Morristown; brothers, Fred Fugate III (Beady), of Montgomery, Ala., Anthony Fugate, of Kingsport and Steven Fugate (Anna Marie), of Charlotte, N.C.; five grandchildren, Autumn, Reggie II, Anthony, Bria and Adrianna; a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. His departure is a great loss to his entire family.
The family will receive friends anytime at the home of his parents, 3949 Thornton Drive, Kingsport. The family will also receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Colboch-Price Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the chapel of the funeral home with the Rev. Earnest Easterly and Elder James Allen officiating and special speaker, Evangelist Beady Fugate. Interment will follow in the Brice Family Cemetery. Those who wish may send online condolences to the family at www.colbochpricefuneralhome.com. Colboch-Price Funeral Home in Rogersville is honored to be serving the Fugate family.

Jerome Pierce, Sr.

2010-07-24T17:57:00.000-07:00

KINGSPORT — Jerome Pierce Sr., 89, of Kingsport, went to be with the Lord Saturday (July 24, 2010) with his family by his side.
A Kingsport native, he was the son of the late Albert Jerome Pierce and Lena Fitzgerald Pierce. He was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church. Mr. Pierce served in World War II and was a member of American Legion Post #123. He retired from the City of Kingsport and also retired as a community barber. An avid sports fan, he had a great love for baseball and was known as “Grand-Daddy” by family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 40 years, Elizabeth “Lizzie” Pierce; sisters, Virginia, Alice, Fannie and Mae; brothers, William, Albert, Edward, Fred, Jake, Thomas and Charles.
He leaves to cherish fond memories, three daughters, Staralee (Raymond) Morris of Lithonia, Ga., the Rev. Sherry Kinchloe of the home, Aleea Tarplin, Stockbridge, Ga.; one son, Jerome (Blossom) Pierce Jr. of Kingsport; five grandchildren, Tyrome Avery, Cameron Grimes, Elizabeth “Beth” Pierce, Bernard Tarplin Jr. and Byron Pierce Tarplin; and one great-grandson, Pierce Cameron Grimes. He is also survived by brother, Jack (Betsy) Pierce, Kingsport; nephew, A.J. Strong of Connecticut; sister-inlaw, Orlean Pierce of Washington, D.C.; and a host of relatives and friends.

The family will receive friends from noon to 1 p.m. Thursday at Shiloh Baptist Church, Kingsport.
A service will be held at 1 p.m. at the church with the Rev. Dr. Kenneth Calvert officiating. Eulogy will be provided by Elder Charles Hawkins.
A military graveside service will follow at Pierce Family Chapel Cemetery in Horse Creek, Tenn., with the Hawkins County Color Guard conducting the rites.
Color Guard will serve as pallbearers. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.cartertrent.com. Carter-Trent Funeral Home, downtown Kingsport, is serving the Pierce family.

EDITOR'S NOTE: A few years ago, Mr. Jerome gave a Riverview Oral History, remembering life growing up and raising a family in the Riverview Community. In his honor and memory, please click here to read Mr. Jerome's archived Oral History.

Mary E. Hoskin Hampton

2010-07-20T06:56:00.001-07:00

KINGSPORT — Mary E. Hoskin Hampton, 83, of Kingsport, went home Friday (July 16, 2010) at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center.
Mary was born in Knoxville Tenn. to the late Sam Hoskin and Edith Hoskin.
She was married to the late Robert Buford Hampton and resided in Stonega, Va. Mary worked as a head start teacher for young children in Appalachia Elementary School which she enjoyed. Mary enjoyed singing. Mary was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church where she sung in the Mass Choir.
In addition to her parents, she was preceeded in death by her husband, Robert Buford Hampton; brother, Bobby Hoskin; sister, Barbara Jean Squire; (daughter), Shirley Bethea; (sons), James Hampton, Buford Hampton Jr., Johnny Hampton; grandson, Donald Hampton; great-granddaughter, Mckenzie Lyons; nephew, Tony Squire; three brothers-in-law, Bobby Zanders, Eugene Dinkins and Charles Milbro; one son-in-law, Russel Watterson S r.
She leaves to cherish fond memories, (seven daughters), Ruthie Wells, Plainsfield N.J., Mary Bond, Kingsport, Doris Williams and husband, Johnny Williams, Jenkins Ky., Patricia Stover and husband, Charles Stover, Kingsport, Anita Cox and husband, Edward Cox, Church Hill, Peggy Turner and husband, Lawrence Turner, Kingsport and Brenda Watterson, Kingsport; (three sons), Robert O. Hampton and wife, Jenney Hampton, Cincinatti Ohio, Ronald Hampton and wife, Sharon Hampton, Cincinatti Ohio and William Hampton, Kingsport; (four sisters), Lucille Zanders, Ruth Hoskin, Juanita Dinkins and Wilma Milbro, all of Big Stone Gap, Va.; (brother), Samuel Hoskin Jr., Richmond Va.; 26 grandchildren; and a host of nieces nephews and great-grand children.
Visitation will be conducted on Wednesday from noon until 2 p.m. at the Shiloh Baptist Church.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Wednesday at the church with Pastor Kenneth Calvert officiating.
Burial will follow in Oak Hill Memorial Park with sons-in-law and grandsons serving as pallbearers.
The staff of Oak Hill Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Mrs. Mary Hampton.

Dorothy "Dot" Anderson

2010-07-18T07:01:00.000-07:00

ANDERSON, DOROTHY ANN "DOT" - age 73, of Knoxville, TN, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, July 14, 2010. Preceded in death by: parents, Samuel McClellan and Margaret Bryant; daughters, Deborah and Christy Anderson. Survivors: stepfather, Ernest Bryant; sons, John (Sharon) Anderson and Edward Anderson, of Norcross, GA; daughters, Vickie (Floyd) Oderson, of Scottsboro, AL, Angela, Marva, and Deanna Anderson; sisters, Barbara Savler, Emma Taylor, DeeDee (Frank) Horton, Judy (Jacob) Carter, Linda Kinte and Neda Williams; 20 grandchildren; and 42 great-grandchildren. The family would like to extend thanks to the Medical Staff, family and friends for their love and support. The family will receive friends from 12:00-1:00 p.m. Monday, July 19, 2010, at Community Evangelistic Church (CEC) 2650 Boyds Bridge Pike, Knoxville, TN with Elder Reginald Strong officiating. Interment to follow at Mt. Olive Cemetery. Services to conclude with a full dove release. Arrangements by Unity Mortuary. Mrs. Anderson's guestbook can be signed on-line:www.unitymortuaryknox.com

Claudia Hardy Maxwell

2010-07-01T22:36:00.000-07:00

KINGSPORT — Claudia Yvonne Hardy Maxwell, 61, of Greensboro, N.C., went to be home with her Lord on Wednesday (June 30, 2010) at Regional Cancer Center in Greensboro, N.C.

She was born in Sullivan County (Kingsport) and moved to North Carolina in 1989. She was a graduate of Douglass High School in 1961 and then attended ETSU. She retired from the State of North Carolina, Child Advocate of Guardian ad Litem.
She was a member of Recovery All Christian Temple in Winston-Salem, N.C.
She was preceded in death by her father, Luther L. Hardy; brother-in-law and sister, John and Thelma Jean Robinson; and brother, Leroy Hardy.
Survivors include her daughter, Alyria Maxwell and partner, Bruce France, of Greensboro, N.C.; four sons, Larry Maxwell Jr. and wife, Dina, of Kingsport, Courtney Webster of Kingsport, Milton Morgan of Nashville, and Jay Dennis of Kingsport; seven grandchildren, Skyy Dugger, Quintesa Snapp, Zachary Maxwell, Donte Maxwell, Samantha Bray, Natasha Newberry and Casey Newberry; five greatgrandchildren and five great-greatgrandchildren; her mother, Mildred E. Swafford Hardy of Kingsport; two brothers, John Hardy and wife, Betty, and Robert Hardy, all of Kingsport; best friend and honorary sister, Pastor Cora Hamilton; along with several nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday at Central Baptist Church, 301 Carver St., Kingsport. Funeral services will follow in the church at 11 a.m. with Pastor Eunice A. Woods officiating.
Music will be provided by the Recovery All Christian Temple Choir.
Burial will follow at Oak Hill Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be her family and friends. Online condolences may be sent to he family by visiting www.cartertrent.com . Carter-Trent Funeral Home, downtown Kingsport, is serving the Maxwell family.

Mrs. Deborah Jean Davis

2010-06-15T12:10:00.000-07:00

KINGSPORT — Mrs. Deborah Jean Davis, 58, of 201 Carver Street, departed this life Tuesday (June 8, 2010) afternoon at her residence.

Born in Kingsport to the parents of Helen C. Spears and Vance R. Campbell.
She attended Dobyns Bennett High School. Mrs. Davis was employed at OEO and Kingsport Press for 25 years.
Mrs. Davis was an active member of Central Baptist Church and a former member of Valley Street Baptist Church, Abingdon, Va. She was a member of the Elite Club, Kingsport; former member of Douglass H.S. Marching Band.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Mr. Marshall Davis; father, Mr. Vance R. Campbell; mother, Mrs. Helen C. Spears; and grandmother, Mrs. Lizzie Russell.
She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Tammy W. (Phillip) Campbell Adams; several steps sons; two grandchildren, NaTana H. Campbell and Zyioo V. Adams; one sister, Mrs. Joslyn Denese (Carlous) Morrison; special sisters, Vicky Smith, Patricia Stockly, Nellie Foster, Dana Skaggs, Beverly Turner; and one special daughter, Mary L. Beatty; Special life partner, Charles Walkins.
Funeral services will be conducted from Central Baptist Church 2 p.m. Monday with Pastor Ricardo F. Dorcean officiating.
The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until the hour of service. Interment will follow at Zion Hill Cemetery.
Mrs. Davis and family are in the care of R.A. Clark Funeral Service, Inc. 423-245-4971 www.raclarkfuneralservice.com

Rosemary Webb

2010-06-11T08:42:00.000-07:00

MEDIA, Pa. — Rosemary Webb, 88, Media, Pa., died June 6, 2010. She was a longtime member of St. Paul AME Zion Church. She was the daughter of the late John H. Garnett and Lois Mayo Garnett. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lowell A. Webb Sr., and two siblings and two sons-in-law; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Surviving are two daughters, Sylvia Mills of Chester and Olivia Swafford, Kingsport; one son, Lowell A. Webb, Hockessin, Del.; two brothers, Charles Garnett Bear, Del., and William Webb, Ridley Twp., Pa.; two sisters, Lois M. Lawson, whom she raised, of Chester, and Philomenia Peterson, Newark, Del.
The family will receive friends from 9 to 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Paul AME Zion Church, 712 Washington Ave., Media, Pa.
Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church.
Interment will be Rolling Green Cemetery.
Earl L. Foster Funeral Home, Chester, Pa., is in charge of arrangements.

Martha A. Faulkerson

2010-06-02T17:58:00.000-07:00

ROGERSVILLE — Martha A. Faulkerson, 88, passed away on Monday (May 31, 2010) at Wexford House after an extended illness.

She was a member of Russell Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church. Mrs. Faulkerson was preceded in death by her husband, Charles G. Faulkerson.
Survivors include her daughter, Venora A. Rodgers and husband, William, of Pittsford, N.Y.; three sons, Charles Faulkerson and wife, Johnie Mae, of Erie, Pa., Allan Faulkerson and wife, Carolyn, of Kingsport, and Joe Faulkerson of Houston, Texas; 10 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren; and a number of nieces and nephews.
Calling hours are from 1 to 2 p.m. Saturday at Russell Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church and other times at the home of Allan and Carolyn Faulkerson, 905 E. Sevier Ave., Kingsport.
Funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday at the church with the Rev. Irving Greene officiating.
Burial will follow at Hawkins County Memorial Gardens.
Broome Funeral Home, Rogersville is serving the Faulkerson family.

Jessica Lerin Flack

2010-05-15T21:28:00.000-07:00

Jessica Lerin Flack, 23, of Johnson City went to be with the lord May 7th, 2010 in Johnson City.

She was the first born twin. She graduated Science Hill High School in 2004.

She attended ETSU & was employed with Aid & Assist. She was to graduate with a BS in children’s education in Dec. of 2010.

She loved children, attending school, shopping & spending time with her friends & family. She attended Thankful Baptist Church. Everyone who knew her were truly Blessed by her wisdom, honesty & sense of humor & compassion. She epitomized strength & beauty. She was a wonderful daughter, sister & friend.

Survivors include twin brother Jason Matthew Flack; sister Marlee Flack; step sister Whitney Brooks Pinkston; mother Sheila Pinkston & husband Doug Pinkston; father Derek Flack & wife Heather Flack, all of Johnson City; great grandmother Carolyn Brady of Johnson city; grandparents AG & Joyce Church of Johnson City; Donny Flack of Kingsport & Freida Flack of Nashville. Also several cousins, nieces & nephews.

Funeral services will be conducted from the Morris-Baker South Chapel at 1:00 pm Thursday, May 13, 2010. Burial services will follow in the Monte Vista Memorial Park. Active pallbearers will be Jeret Whitson, Matt White, Steven White, Greg White, Brandon Ward and Demetrius Lattney.

For those who wish, the family suggests memorials be made to Niswonger Children’s Hospital, 2335 Knob Creek Road, Suite 101, Johnson City, TN 37604.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm on Thursday, May 13.

Online condolences may be sent to the family via www.morrisbaker.com.

Arrangements are by Morris-Baker Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2001 Oakland Ave., Johnson City. 423-282-1521

Mrs. Elnora M. Simpson

2010-05-12T07:42:00.001-07:00

KINGSPORT — Evangelist Elnora M. Simpson, 76, Kingsport, departed this life Saturday (May 8, 2010).

She was born Sept. 16, 1933, in Kingsport, to Irene Horton and Sonny Pierce. She was a graduate of Douglass High School. She served faithfully in several capacities at Mount Zion Tabernacle Holiness Church. She was currently the superintendent of the Sunday school, former president of the Women’s Auxiliary, assistant pianist, co-sponsor for the Pastor’s Appreciation Committee for 20 years, a licensed evangelist of the Pentecostal Assemblies of the World Inc., and Evangelist Simpson served at Mount Zion Tabernacle faithfully for 35 plus years.
She retired after 20 years of faithful service as a custodial assistant at Mafair United Methodist Church, Sept. 15, 2000.
She was married to Ralph Simpson who preceded her in death.
She is survived by her two children, Freddie Lynn Horton and Glenda (Michael) Vaughn; her granddaugh - ter, Keisha (Keith) Hill of Nebraska; two great- Shiarre and grandchildren, Patrick “PJ” Porter of Nebraska; stepsisters, Annie Pierce and Betty Pierce; stepbrothers, Jeffrey Pierce and Cecil Pierce; a host of special cousins, dear sisters and brothers in Christ, her Mount Zion Tabernacle Church family; and special friend, Mr. Ellis Snapp.
The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. Thursday until time of service at Mount Zion Holiness Church.
Funeral service will be held Thursday at noon at the church with Pastor Lester Turner officiating.
Interment service will follow at East Lawn Cemetery.
Elnora M. Simpson and family are in the care of R.A. Clark Funeral Service, Inc. 423-245-4971 www.raclarkfuneralservice.com.

Mrs. Wilma V. Gaines

2010-05-08T17:06:00.000-07:00

KINGSPORT — Mrs. Wilma V. Henderson Gaines, 81, 2701 E. Center St., Apt. 300, departed this life on Thursday (May 6, 2010) at the Wellmont Bristol Hospice House.

Mrs. Gaines was born in Madisonville, Tenn., and made her home in Kingsport for the past 50 years. She was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church and she was the wife of the late Rev. James B. Gaines. Mrs. Gaines was involved in many activities at the Kiwanis Towers where she resided for the past 18 years.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. James B. Gaines; one son, Herald Gaines; father, Mr. Leonard Gaines and mother, Flora Henderson; six brothers and one sister.
Survived by one son, Mr. James Lovell Gaines, Detroit, Mich.; three grandchildren, Mrs. Tina Gaines (Henry) Stokely, Kingsport, Ms. Lovelle Gaines, Detroit, Mich., and Mr. Christopher Gaines, Detroit, Mich.; three sisters, Mrs. Gena Jackson, Knoxville, Tenn., Mrs. Novella (Paul) Caldwell, Inver Grove, Minn., and Mrs. Magnolia Blair, Madisonville, Tenn.; one brother, Mr. Harold Henderson, Sterling Heights, Mich.; special friends, Mrs. Bernice Hardy, Kingsport, Mrs. Betty Jo Cody, Morristown; and many friends at Kiwanis Towers.
The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. until the hour of service on Monday at Shiloh Baptist Church.
Services will be conducted on Monday at 7 p.m. at church with the Rev. Dr. Kenneth Calvert officiating.
The interment service will conducted at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Park City Cemetery in Madisonville, Tenn. The cortege will depart the church at 9 a.m.
Mrs. Wilma Gaines and family are in the care of R.A. Clark Funeral Service, Inc. 423-245-4971 www.raclarkfuneralservice.com.

Mr. William T. Dulaney

2010-04-13T08:10:00.000-07:00

SALISBURY, N.C. — Mr. William T. Dulaney, 66, formerly of Bristol, Va., departed this life on Friday (April 9, 2010) at the W.G. (Bill) V.A. Medical Center in Salisbury, N.C.

Mr. Dulaney was born Feb. 26, 1944 in Bristol, Tenn. He attended Douglass Elementary and High School. He was a natural musician and enjoyed both piano and saxophone. Mr. Dulaney was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps.
Mr. Dulaney was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. Fred Dulaney, Sr. and Mrs. Catherine Grubb Dulaney; brothers, Kenneth, Fred, Jr. and Robert.
Survivors are Ms. Mary Dulaney, Charlotte, N.C. with whom he resided for many years; Mrs. JoAnn (Benjamin) Long, Huntsville, Alabama.; Mr. Frank (Ellen) Dulaney, Kingsport; Mr. James Dulaney, Decatur, Ga.; Lisa (Kamal) Hopkins, Charlotte, N.C. and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday at Lee Street Baptist Church.
Interment will follow at 2 p.m. at the V.A. National Cemetery, Mountain Home, Tenn. Military rites by D.A.V. Chapter #40.
Our website is www.raclarkfuneralservice.com
Mr. William T. Dulaney and family are in the care of R.A. Clark Funeral Service, Inc. Bristol, Tenn., 423-764-8584.

2010-03-27T08:26:00.000-07:00

In Memory of Jamaar Sensabaugh

2010-03-22T07:35:00.000-07:00

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In Memory of Perry Long

2010-03-21T18:59:00.000-07:00

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Passing of Pastor Frederick Gordon's Brother

2010-03-17T22:23:00.000-07:00

A brother of Rev. Frederick Gordon passed away on Sunday March 14, 2010. Folks in Riverview probably did not know his brother but since Rev. Gordon was a former pastor of the Central Baptist Church, Kingsport, please lift Rev. Gordon up in prayer as he goes through this difficult time.

His name is Vincent Alexander Gordon and a memorial service is scheduled for this evening {Thursday March 18, 2010} at 7:00pm at the Bethel A Baptist Church in Brevard, NC with Rev. Frederick Gordon where Rev. Gordon is pastor, and will be officiating this service. Calls are welcome to Rev. Gordon at 828/884-4412.

Dirl Justice Bristol

2010-03-16T07:18:00.000-07:00

BRISTOL Dirl Justice Bristol, 71, entered into rest Friday, March 12, 2010 in Jacksonville, Florida. A former resident of Kingsport, Tennessee, Mr. Justice also attended Douglass High School. A celebration of life service will be held 11:00 AM, Wednesday, March 17th at the Mary Rose Chapel, 2212 Emerson Street. Professional services provided by Sarah L. Carter's Funeral Home, 2212 Emerson St., Jacksonville, (904) 399-4150.

Mrs. Marie Sensabaugh Pruitt

2010-03-10T08:01:00.001-08:00

KINGSPORT — Mrs. Marie A. Sensabaugh Pruitt, 46, gently closed her eyes and went to sleep in the arms of Jesus on Monday (March 8, 2010) at her home after a lengthy illness.

Born on Aug. 16, 1963, in Kingsport, she graduated from Dobyns-Bennett High School in 1981 and later went on to graduate from Barton’s School of Cosmetology in Kingsport. She was employed at Marcleen’s Beauty Salon in Church Hill and was also a certified nursing assistant working in Kingsport, Sulligent, Ala., and Aberdeen, Miss.
She married in 1996 and resided in Mississippi until she returned to this area in 2006.
Marie was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. James W. Sensabaugh and Mrs. Josephine McKinney Sensabaugh; grandparents, Mr. Nicholas and Mrs. Cora McKinney, Mrs. Willie Mae Sensabaugh, Mrs. Margaret and Mr. Richard Sensabaugh; and several aunts and uncles.
Survived by a very special godson, Dimingo (Sarah) Hale and sons; husband, Mr. Robert Pruitt Jr. Mississippi; sisters, Mrs. Cora (Rick) Taylor, Mrs. Dorothy Sensabaugh and Mrs. LaMona Derr; brother, Mr. James P. Sensabaugh, nieces and nephews, Daryl A. Hughes, II (Kayla), James Adrian Sensabaugh, Krystal Derr, Jessica and Brittany Sensabaugh; great niece, Tiara Hughes; and a host aunts, uncles and cousins.
The family will receive friends Saturday from noon till the hour of service at the Full Gospel Mission Church 740 E. Sevier Ave. Friends may call her sister’s residence at 1229 Garden Drive at any time.
Funeral service for Mrs. Marie A. Sensabaugh Pruitt will be conducted Saturday at 1 p.m. from the church with Pastor Gearldine Swagerty officiating.
Interment will follow at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens.
Mrs. Pruitt and family are in the care of R.A. Clark Funeral Service Inc. www.raclarkfuneralservice.com 423-245-4971.

Mrs. Betty J. Bond Dickens

2010-03-10T07:57:00.001-08:00

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — Mrs. Betty J. Dickens, of Atlantic City, N.J., passed away on March 5, 2010, at Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital in Atlantic City after a brief illness.

Betty was born and raised in Kingsport, and moved to Atlantic City while in her early twenties. She attended Nursing School and worked at Atlantic City Medical Center as a nurse for 33 years, retiring in December 1994. Betty was a faithful member of Union Baptist Temple, and a former deaconess.
The youngest of 12 siblings, Betty was preceded in death by her parents, Alfred and Virginia Bond; sisters, Louvenia Beason, Theresa Dykes, Olivia Lockett, Lenora Bowditch and Roselene Bond; and brothers, Eldridge “Bud” Bond, Milton Bond, Oscar Bond and William “Matt” Bond.
Betty is survived by her devoted husband,
Thomas, the love of her life and her life partner for more than 47 years; daughter, Angelia; brothers, Orvel Bond and wife, Beatrice, and John “JD” Bond and wife, Members; sistersin-law, Marlene Weaver, Joyce Bond and Willie Bond; nieces, nephews and special friends.
Friends may call at the home of Carl and Chynet Hale, Betty’s niece, 1018 E. Sevier St.
Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Saturday at Shiloh Baptist Church, 712 E. Sevier St., with Dr. Kenneth Calvert officiating. Friends may call between 10 and 11 a.m. prior to the service.
Interment will follow at the Pierce-Bond Cemetery.
The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses, and staff at Atlantic City Medical Center and Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital for their care of Betty during her illness.
Please visit www.hamlettdobson.com to leave online condolences for the family.
Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Homes, Kingsport, is serving the family of Betty Dickens.

Perry Douglas Long

2010-02-18T07:17:00.000-08:00

KINGSPORT — Perry Douglas Long, 42, of Kingsport, went to be at peace with Jesus on Saturday (Feb. 13, 2010) after a brief illness.

Born in Kingsport, where he lived most of his life, Perry graduated from Dobyns-Bennett High School and entered the U.S. Army shortly after graduation. While in high school, Perry played football and ran track. He had worked at Tele-Optics for many years and was currently working as a Systems Analyst at Eastman Chemical Company. Perry was a loving husband, father, son, brother, son-in-law, and friend.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Maurice “Reese” Long.
Perry is survived by his wife, Melanie Jaye McKinney-Long, of the home; daughter,
Taylor Jaye Long of the home; sons, Jaryd Thacker of Church Hill and Bryson McKinney Long of the home; mother, Mary Elizabeth Long of Kingsport; sister, Melisa Long of Kingsport; brother, Phillip “Meech” Long of Birmingham, Ala.; and one nephew and two nieces.
A celebration of life service will be held on Friday at 4 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of the First Presbyterian Church, Kingsport, with the Rev. Frank Waldo and the Rev. Donny Wade officiating.
In lieu of flowers and gifts, memorial contributions may be made to the family to assist with living expenses. Contributions can be sent to Dean Tyree or Tina Bowen King, c/o Varsity Trophies, 2018 E. Center St., Kingsport, Tenn. 37664 or to Amy Barrett, c/o ACFCU (Appalachian Community Federal Credit Union), 460 W. Center St.; Kingsport, Tenn. 37664.
Please visit www.hamlettdobson.com to send an online condolence.
Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Homes, Kingsport, is serving the family of Perry Douglas Long.

Mr. B.L. Underwood III

2010-02-17T07:02:00.000-08:00

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Mr. Barney Lafayette (B.L.) Underwood III, Washington, D.C., departed this life early Saturday morning (Feb. 13, 2010) at his residence in Washington, D.C.

Born March 14, 1948, in Kingsport, Mr. Underwood has been in Washington, D.C., for the past 40 years. He attended Morristown College in Morristown and was a veteran of the U.S. Army. At the time of his death, he was an employee of Post Office Service in Merrifield, Va. 22116 as one of the supervisors.
He was preceded in death by his father, Lafayette Underwood; mother, Mrs. Helen Underwood Fain; stepfather, Mr. Charles Fain; brother, Charles Reginald (Reggie) Underwood; brother-inlaw, Mr. Clarence Abbott.
Left to mourn are his two sons, Cory Underwood, Chattanooga, Tenn., and Eric Underwood; three sisters, Mrs. Lillian (Clifford) Leeper and Mrs. Sandra Wilmer, both of Church Hill, and Mrs. Bonnie Jean Abbott, Washington, D.C.; one sister-in-law, Mrs. Marilyn Underwood, Church Hill; several nieces and nephews; several cousins, grandchildren; grandnephew and nieces; two aunts, Shirley (Willie) Liggett, Arlington, Va., and Ethel Ruth Russell, Kingsport; special friends, Andrea Watterson, Kingsport, Sandra Branch, Maryland, and Shirley (Cookie) Cureton and family of Washington, D.C.
The family will receive friends from 11:30 a.m. Friday until the hour of service at Bethel A.M.E. Zion Church.
Funeral services will be conducted at 12:30 p.m. Friday at the church with the Rev. Charles Hawkins officiating.
Interment will be at the V.A. National Cemetery, Mountain Home, Tenn.
Mr. Underwood and family are in the care of R.A. Clark Funeral Service, Inc. 423-245-4971. www.raclarkfuneralservice.com.

Perry D. Long

2010-02-16T07:52:00.001-08:00

KINGSPORT — Perry Douglas Long, 42, of Kingsport, went to be with Jesus on Saturday (Feb. 13, 2010).
Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Homes, Kingsport.
Please visit www.hamlettdobson.com to leave an online condolence.

Lina Hendricks McCord

2010-02-10T17:16:00.000-08:00

THIS WAS WILBUR HENDRICKS, SR.'S SISTER

McCORD, Lina Hendricks Age 86 of Nashville. January 29, 2010. Retired executive with the United Methodist Church's national education agency.

Earned degrees from Morristown (Tenn.) College and Tennessee State University. Member of Clark Memorial United Methodist Church in Nashville for more than 60 years.

Remembered as the consummate hostess and loving surrogate mother to college students and other young people. Her husband, Jerry D. McCord II, three brothers and one sister preceded in death.

Survived by one sister, Lillian Ann Walton; a son and daughter, Jerry D. (Kathy) McCord III and Lina Cheryl (Vernon) Acklin; two grandsons, Jerry D. "D.J." (Bridget) McCord IV and William M.A. "Tony" McCord; two granddaughters, Skyler Bonné Acklin and Lina Camryn Acklin; one great-granddaughter, Lauren D. McCord; four nieces, Bunella (Richard) Brown, Janice (Ronnie) Cunningham, Gaynell (Fred) McIver, Mary Ella (Tony) Jackson; four nephews, Clyde Collins, Wilbur (Carolyn) Hendricks, Jr., Gallie (Tina) Hendricks; Thomas (Tracey) Hendricks; a first cousin, Ada Sue Fletcher (and other beloved relatives in the Sheffey, Gentry and McCord families); and devoted friends, Peggy Wilson, and Mac and Henrietta McAllister.

Viewing Friday, February 5, 2010 from 12 Noon - 7 p.m., at Clark Memorial United Methodist Church, 1014 - 14th Avenue North and Saturday, February 6, 2010 from 10-11 a.m., with funeral to follow at Gordon Memorial United Methodist Church, 2334 Herman St. Interment Monday, February 8, 2010 at 10 a.m., at Middle Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Jerry & Lina McCord Scholarship Fund at Clark Memorial United Methodist Church or to the Lina H. McCord Student Ambassador Program, the United Methodist Church Board of Higher Education and Ministry, P.O. Box 340007, Nashville, TN 37203. LEWIS & WRIGHT FUNERAL DIRECTORS, 2500 Clarksville Hwy., (615) 255-2371. www.lewisandwright.com

Annette Burnette Johnson

2010-02-04T08:30:00.000-08:00

KINGSPORT — Annette Burnette Johnson, 68, of Kingsport, surrounded by loved ones, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday (Feb. 1, 2010) at Select Specialty Hospital in Bristol, Tenn. Mrs. Johnson was born Feb. 10, 1941, to the late Jack and Lena Ervin Burnette in Kingsport. She graduated from Douglas High School in 1959. She retired from Parks-Belk/Proffitt’s after 34 years of service.
She was a faithful member of Bethel A.M.E. Zion Church, where she served on the trustee board and Leader of Leaders, as well as several other committees.
Mrs. Johnson was preceded in death by her loving husband, Mr. Wyman Johnson; son, Wyman “Butch” Johnson Jr.; siblings, Phyllis Jackson, Jackie Hicks and Winfred Burnettel and mother-inlaw, Mrs. Elberta Johnson.
Survivors include her two children, Mrs. Suzette Beatty and 1st Sgt., William F. Johnson (retired), both of Kingsport;
three sisters, Gwendolyn
Norwood,
Shirley (Wallace) Powers of Chattanooga, and Deborah Malone of Kingsport; brother, Major Burnette of Delaware; four grandchildren, Stephen Williams, Latoya Williams, Patrice Williams and Brittany Johnson; six greatgrandchildren; sisters-in-law, Doretha Johnson, Delores Denny and Ann Johnson; brothers-inlaw, Caprus (Debbie) Johnson, Paul Johnson and Carter Johnson; aunt, Brooksie Burnette of Winchester, Va.; and a host of other relatives and friends.
The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. Friday at the Bethel A.M.E. Zion Church, 812 Maple Oak Lane, Kingsport, or at 837 Dale St., Kingsport.
Funeral services will be conducted in the church at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Charles H. Hawkins and the Rev. Joseph Comage officiating. Music will be provided by the church choir.
Burial will follow at Oak Hill Memorial Park.
Pallbearers will be family and friends. Honorary pallbearers will be the trustee board members and the class leaders of the church.
Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.cartertrent.com.
Carter-Trent Funeral Home, downtown Kingsport, is serving the Johnson family.

Helen Roberta Patterson

2010-01-29T22:31:00.000-08:00

Helen Roberta Patterson, born January 25, 1927 in Kingsport, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, January 26, 2010 at the Scioto Community Nursing Home in Columbus (Obetz), Ohio at the age of 83.

She is the daughter of the late James and Ella Stafford of Kingsport, Tennessee. She is preceded in death by husband Henry Patterson, Sr. and daughter-in-law Adrienne Patterson.

Mrs. Helen accepted Christ at an early age, she was a devoted member of Asbury North United Methodist Church and served on numerous committees within the United Methodist Church. She started the first Head Start Program in Kingsport, Tennessee.
When she arrived in Columbus, she began working for the Head Start Program at Milo Grogan. She became the Director at Inner Urban Day Care.

She is survived by 4 sons, Henry Patterson Jr. (Sue), Michael Patterson (Scherry), Robert Patterson, and Tracy Patterson; 14 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great grandchild; 2 sisters-in-law, Barbara Patterson and Pauline Armstrong; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Family will receive friends Monday, February 1, 2010 at the Asbury North United Methodist Church, 1586 Clifton Avenue, Columbus, at 10 A-M until time of service, 11 A-M. Rev. Greg Herndon, officiating. Interment: Glen Rest Memorial Estate.

Arrangements entrusted to SMITH MORTUARY, 2830 Cleveland Ave., Columbus, Ohio.
Published in The Columbus Dispatch on January 30, 2010

James Anthony Eckel

2010-01-26T07:40:00.000-08:00

MORRISTOWN — James Anthony Eckel, “Woosie”, departed this life Jan. 24, 2010 at his Morristown, Tenn. home.
He was born Nov. 12, 1931 in Morristown, Tenn., son of the late Anthony and Sallie J. Eckel.
Mr. Eckel was a well known high school administrator, teacher and coach in Tennessee. He graduated from Morristown College High School, Morristown College and Knoxville College. He also received a Master's Degree in Education from Tennessee State University. Mr. Eckel was a veteran of the United States Armed Services. He began his high school teaching and coaching career in Alamo, Tenn., then as a math teacher and coach at the former Morristown West Hight School (currently West Elementary) for 12 years, then moved to Morristown East High School for two years before relocating to Kingsport's Dobyns-Bennett High School as a teacher, assistant principal and coach for over 25 years.
Mr. Eckel was very involved in the community and active in several organizations including Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity, the Kiwanis Club, NAACP, Reunion of the Age, Tee to Green Golf Club and the Democratic Party.
He was preceded in death by his brothers, Howard, William, Raymond and Ralph; and sisters, Lou, Martha Jane and Nell Eckel.
Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Mary Ann Stewart Eckel; son, James Anthony Eckel Jr. and his wife, Roslyn of Raleigh, N.C.; and two grandchildren, James Anthony III and Linsey Dylan Eckel of Raleigh, N.C.; sisters-in-law, Mae Long, Celia Williams (Richard) and Sara Dailey of Morirstown, Josephine Scrugg (Julius) of Huntsville, Ala. and Troy Stewart, Jr. of Morristown; and many loving cousins, nieces, nephews and other friends and acquaintances.
The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m Thursday at First United Methodist Church at 101 East First North Street, Morristown.
Funeral services will be Thursday at the church at 2 p.m. Interment will follow at the Hamblen Memory Gardens Morristown, Tenn. Dockery Funeral Home, Inc. of Morristown, is in charge of arrangements.

Mr. Clyde Releford Jr.

2009-12-17T06:52:00.001-08:00

KINGSPORT — Mr. Clyde Releford Jr. departed this life on Monday (Dec. 14, 2009) at his residence after a brief illness. Mr. Releford was born in Norton, Va., and was member of Central Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Mrs. Kathelene Releford; father, Mr. Clyde Releford; grandmother, Mrs. Elizabeth Wilson; one sister, Mrs. Sanders Wolfe; and one brother, Edward Lee Releford.
Survived by two sons, Mahia Releford and James Releford Greer; five grandchildren; one great-grandchild; one sister, Ms. Patricia Ann Stokely; several nieces and nephews; greatnephews and nieces; very special friend, Canice McMiller.
Friends may call at the sister’s residence, Ms. Patricia Ann Stokely.
The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until the hour of service on Monday at Central Baptist Church. Friends may call at anytime residence of his sister on Wheatly St.
Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday at the church with Pastor Ricardo R. Dorcean officiating.
Mr. Releford will lie in state at the church from 9 a.m. until the hour of service.
Interment will follow at East Lawn Cemetery.
Mr. Releford and family are in the care of R.A. Clark Funeral Service Inc. 423-245-4971. www.raclarkfuneralservice.com

Mrs. Cleo K. Charles

2009-12-12T10:07:00.000-08:00

KINGSPORT — Mrs. Cleo K. Charles, 64, of Kingsport, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday (Dec. 9, 2009).
She was born on July 30, 1945, in Rutherfordton, N.C., and was a member of Central Baptist Church of Kingsport. She was a graduate of Douglass High School.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Hattie Bristol and father, James Henry; sisters, Christine Black and Orzina Smith; brothers, Norman Hill, Jimmy Carpenter; and half brother, James Henry.
She leaves to cherish her memories, her husband, Arthur F. Charles, Jr.; children, Charles Bristol Carpenter (Angelette), Alesia M. Carpenter, Bushonna Early (Wendell), Terry Carpenter, all of Nashville, Tenn., Darron Carpenter (Anntionette) of Texas; step-daughters, Michelle Butts (Lorenzo), Tia Charles; 16 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren; sisters, Evelyn Logan (Avery), Mary J. Treece (Stanford); half-sisters, Mary L. Henry, Carrie L. Henry, Margaret Kincaid; brothers, William A. Carpenter, James H. Henry and Clifton Carpenter (Leslie), all of Kingsport; half-brother, Tommy Henry. Cleo is further survived by several loving nieces and nephews; uncles and aunts; and sisters and brothers-in-law; and a loving Mama Pearl.
Visitation will be held on Monday from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Central Baptist Church, 301 Carver Street, Kingsport, Tenn. 37660.
Funeral services will follow with Rev. Lester C. Lattany of Mt. Zion Baptist Church.
Graveside services will follow at Zion Hills Cemetery in Surgoinsville.
Family and friends will be pallbearers.
The staff of Oak Hill is honored to serve the family of Cleo K. Charles.
An online guest registry may be signed at http://www.oakhillmemorialpark.com.

Cleo. Henry Carpenter Charles

2009-12-11T21:50:00.000-08:00

To family/friends:

Today (Friday, Dec. 11, 2009), I got a phone call from Sherman Sensabaugh on the death of Cleo. Henry Carpenter Charles (wife of Arthur F. Charles, Jr.) of Rotherwood Heights, (Kingsport), TN. She had been in Nashville, Tn. (Vanderbilt University) ungoing treatment(s) for cancer. Sherman did not have any details of funeral, visitation or a celebration of life ceremony; however, I will pass that info. along when I get it.

Please remember Arthur & Cleo Charles' family in your thoughts and prayers.

p.s. 'Gin/Marie:.....This is Eric Henry (Black)'s aunt (his mother's sister)

Sincerely,
Eddie, e-mail: eddie_charles2001@yahoo.com or eddiecharlesjr@hotmail.com

"God is our refuge and strength"---Psalms 46:1
Jesus gave His life for us. All He asks is our faith in return.

Virginia Leeper

2009-11-30T07:45:00.001-08:00

KINGSPORT — Virginia Carletha Pierce (Comage) Leeper, 86, of East Sevier Ave., went to be with the Lord at her residence Saturday (Nov. 28, 2009) after an extended illness. Mrs. Leeper was a lifelong resident of Kingsport. She was the last surviving girl of the Pierce family. Virginia was employed by the Kingsport Press and retired after 18 years of service. She was one of the oldest continual members of the Shiloh Baptist Church. Mrs. Leeper loved the Lord and loved her church. She served as a choir member, and on Missionary Society. She was a member of the Eastern Star.
She will always be remembered for her big smile, showing those beautiful dimples and offering a helping hand. She would always make you feel welcome at her home.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Moses Comage and later by James Leeper; her parents, Albert and Lena Pierce; sisters, Alice, Fannie and Mae; brothers, William, Albert, Edward, Fred, Jake, Thomas and Charles.
She is survived by her daughters, Ms. Doreather Woolcock of California, Alice Christine Hamilton of Kingsport; her son, Rev. Joseph M. Comage and wife, Sharon of Mount Carmel; brothers, Jack Pierce and wife, Betsy Ann, Jerome Pierce, both of Kingsport; nephew A.J. Strong of Connecticut; sister-in-law, Orlean Pierce of Washington; and a special friend, Anna Ruth Coley of Florida. Along with 11 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren, Virginia leaves behind many nieces, nephews, cousins and other loved ones.
The family will receive friends anytime at the residence of 1006 E. Sevier Ave., Kingsport. The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday at Shiloh Baptist Church. The family will also receive friends anytime at the residence of 1006 E. Sevier Avenue, Kingsport.
The A service will be held at 11 a.m. at the church with the Rev. Doug Tweed officiating.
Burial will follow at Pierce Family Chapel Cemetery in Horse Creek.
The family extends thanks to hospice nurses and all involved in her care. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.cartertrent.com. Carter-Trent Funeral Home, downtown Kingsport is serving the Leeper family.