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  Gene Adkins, age 76, of Blountville, Tennessee
went to be with the Lord early Monday morning, October 13, 2008, at his home with his family members surrounding him.

He was born October 8, 1932, in Bursville, North Carolina. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, retiring after 23 years of service. He drove for Mason-Dixon for 10 years. He was a member of Indian Springs Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Horace and Bobbie Adkins;a grandson, David Matthews; and a daughter-in-law, Debbie Adkins.

He is survived by his loving wife, Tomiko Adkins. Also surviving are his sons, Keith and wife Cathy Adkins of Blountville, the Rev. Ed and wife Cindy Adkins of Kingsport and David Adkins of Rome, Georgia; daughters, Carrol Adkins of Benton, Tennessee, Kay and husband Pat Hurd of Mt. Carmel, Tennessee and Barbara "Chibi" and husband Wayne Fields of England; brother, Dennis and wife Macie Adkins of Blountville and Kenneth Adkins of Erwin; fourteen grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Special thanks to Amedisys Hospice Services.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Thursday at Tri-Cities Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at 8:00 pm at the funeral home Chapel with the son, Rev. Ed Adkins officiating. Military graveside services will be conducted at 1:00 pm, Friday at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens by the American Legion Hammond Post #3, Gate City Post #265 and Tennessee National Guard Reserves.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Adkins family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
  James "Pete" Ball, of Bristol, Tennessee
went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, November 28, 2009 at his residence. He was a beloved father, grandfather, and brother. He was a member of House of Prayer Worship Center in Bristol. He was an avid golfer and was of member of Tri-Cities Golf Course where he had many special friends. He served his country in the Vietnam War.

Mr Ball was preceded in death by his parents, Ira and Sadie Daughtery Ball; two brothers, Alvin and Roy Ball; and two sisters Jean and Jane Ball.

Surviving is his son, Mark and wife Becky Smith of Watauga, Tennessee; grandchildren, Marissa Hensley, Noah Smith, and Jonah Smith; three brothers, Harold Ball of Richmond, Indiana, Melvin and wife Dottie Ball of Bristol, Tennessee, and Junior and wife Joyce Ball of Blountville, Tennessee; sisters, Ruby Carmack of Kingsport, Tennessee, Evelyn Shipley, Eleanor and husband Charlie Lipscomb, Shirley Tranum, and Mae Minton all of Bristol, Tennessee; and several nieces and nephews.

The family of James "Pete" Ball will receive friends from 5:00 to 8:00 PM Monday, November 30, 2009 at Tri-Cities Funeral Home with Funeral services being conducted at 8:00 PM in the Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Jimmy Phillips officiating. Military graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 AM Tuesday, December 1, 2009 at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens with services being conducted by American Legion Hammond Post #3, Gate City Post #265, and the Tennessee Army National Guard.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Ball family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
  Lloyd Barnett, age 80, of Blountville, Tennessee
passed away on Monday, September 7, 2009. He was the son of the late James and Annie Walker Barnett. He was a resident of Davy, West Virginia for most of his life, living in Blountville, Tennessee the past four years. He was a retired coal miner. Lloyd enjoyed West Virginia football and Cincinnati Reds baseball. He was a member of United Mine Workers of America. He was of the Baptist faith.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his two brothers, James and Howard Barnett. He is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Sue Sarks Barnett; three sons, Darrell and his wife Wendy Barnett of Colorado Springs, CO, Donnie and his wife Melissa Barnett of Jonesborough, TN, and Lloyd Barnett, Jr. of Lowville, NY; one daughter, Janine Barnett and her fiance' Will Burgan of Blountville, TN; ten grandchildren, Donnie Jr. (DJ), Ashley, Brett, Kelsey, Bradley, Austin, Jadon, Joshua, Nathan, and Savannah Barnett; one brother, Freddy and his wife Francis Barnett of White Sulphur Springs, WV; five sisters, Hazel McNew of Davy, WV, Betty Haynes of Spring Lake, NC, Jean Welch, and Joan Jacobs and husband Robert both of Madison, TN, Priscilla Lockhart and husband Mike of Eustis, Fla; and several neices and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 12 PM until 2 PM Friday at Tri-Cities Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 PM in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Bob Ferguson officiating. Interment will follow at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Barnett Family. For more information please contact Tri-Cities Funeral Home at 423-323-5167.

 
  Gary E. Bishop, age 49, of Maryland
went home to be with his Earthly Father and His Heavenly Father Saturday, April 18, 2009 at Suburban Hospital in Bethesda, Maryland. A lifelong resident of Maryland, he worked for the United States Postal Service. He was a Christian.

He was preceded in death by his father, Corbin Bishop, who passed away on September 22, 2001. Survivors include his mother, Velma Lois Bishop, of Gaithersburg, Maryland; Aunt, Jean and husband Bobby Cox of Germantown, Maryland; Uncle, Harold and wife Partha Maness of Gray, Tennessee; Numerous cousins to include two special cousins, Brandy Danielle Wissinger of Maryland and Wilma Jean Davis of Kingsport, Tennessee. He leaves behind his special pet, German Shepherd, Max.

The family will receive friends from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM Thursday, April 23, 2009, with funeral services being conducted at 2:00 PM in the Tri-Cities Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Wayne Baker officiating. Music will be provided by Alvin Goins and the choir of Pleasant View Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Tri-Cities Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be Mark Wissinger, Joseph Bishop, Rex Vance, Mitchell Maness, Ronnie Maness, and Jim Ray Maness.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Bishop family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
  Carl F. Bowery, age 74, of Kingsport, Tennessee
was welcomed into the arms of God on Thursday, July 24, 2008 at Holston Valley Medical Center.

A native of Sullivan County, Carl retired from Eastman Kodak Organic Chemicals in 1990 and served his country in the US Army. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and thoroughly enjoyed life. Carl was a devoted husband, father and grandfather.

He was preceded in death by his father, Carl F. Bowery, Sr. and mother, Sarah E. Bowery; and a son, Michael W. Bowery.

Surviving are his loving and devoted wife, M. Vileta Bowery; daughter, Melissa B. Jones and husband Bob; granddaughters, Sarah H. Jones and husband Jason, Leslie Cheyenne Bowery and grandson, Mikel Seth Bowery; great-grandchildren, Kelsi Collins and Jordan Collins; sister, Doris Hungate; brothers, Willard Bowery and wife Judy, Ed Bowery and wife Lois and RL Bowery and wife Mary Ruth; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Carl also leaves behind his beloved animals, Boze, Nubbins, Buttons; and numerous other animals.

The family would like to thank the staff and physicians at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center for their kindness and care shown to Carl and his family. In honoring Carl's wishes there will be a graveside service only at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens on Saturday at 1 pm.

The family has requested that anyone attending the graveside service, please arrive at the cemetery by 12:45 pm, Saturday. The Rev. Clarence Bear will officiate the service. Pallbearers will be Orville Lee Huff, James W. Huff, Jr., Todd Godsey, Bud Wingfield, JP Roller and Wayne Goodman.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Bowery Family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
  Barbara E. Boyd, age 84, of Elizabethton, Tennessee
passed away quietly on May 18 at Ivy Hall Nursing Home with her husband at her side. She is now at eternal rest in the arms of the Lord. Born in Brooklyn, NY Barbara married James Boyd in 1945. The couple resided in Long Island, NY until 2005 when they moved to Elizabethton, TN. Barbara was a loving mother to anyone in need, and giving to all in every way she could. She dedicated her life to serving God and doing good for others selflessly.

She is survived by her husband, James Boyd; daughters, Nancy Parisi and Delphia Easton; sons William Boyd and Clyde Easton; grandchildren, Rene, Christine, Frances, Jennifer, Scott, Michelle, and Allyson; and seven great- granchildren.

She will be remembered May 26, 2009 at the Seventh Day Adventist Church of Roan Mountain, Tennessee with Pastor Harley Roth officiating. Visitation will be from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM with funeral services following. Burial will follow in Grindstaff cemetery in Elizabethton.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Boyd Family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
  Joseph Edward Campbell, age 77, of Bluff City
passed away Monday, September 22, 2008 at Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was a lifelong resident of Sullivan County. He worked for RC Horner Produce Company and was self-employed until his retirement. He was a member of West Hills Baptist Church. Joseph was also a member of Woodmen of the World and Travelers.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ervin, Sr. and Gracie Fields Campbell; two brothers, Ervin, Jr. Campbell and Gordon Jim Campbell. His survivors include his wife, Mary Lee Poston Campbell; three sisters, Mary and husband Theo Boyd, Rachel Campbell all of Bristol and Peggy and husband Willie Grogan of Atlanta, Georgia; several nieces and nephews.

Family will receive friends from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., Wednesday, September 24, 2008 at Tri-Cities Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, September 24, 2008 in the funeral home Chapel. Entombment will follow in Tri-Cities Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be the Deacons of West Hills Baptist Church. Honorary pallbearers will be Loodie Booher, Sam Ableseth, Dean Millwood, Mark Millwood, Hugh Bowman, Paul Crowe and Barrett Dye.

For more information, please call 423-323-5167. Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Campbell Family.

 
  Warren G. Carroll, age 87, of Piney Flats
passed away Tuesday (November 4, 2008) at his residence after a lengthy illness. He was born in Darby, Va., and had been a resident of Sullivan County for the last 30 years. He was a veteran of the US Army and was self-employed as a landscaper. He was a member of the American Legion and was an avid fisherman.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Sturm and Lillie Ellen Hardwick Carroll; two brothers, Andrew Carroll and Sturm Carroll; and a sister Georgia Rutherford. He is survived by his wife, Judy Carroll; three sons, Warren G. "Skip" Carroll Jr., Charles Carroll, both of Pennsylvania, and Bruce Carroll of Piney Flats; one daughter, Cynthia Carroll Hall of Mississippi; two step-daughters, Heather and husband John Sullivan of Wilmington, NC and Tori Rutherford of Louisiana; seven grandchildren; and fifteen great-grandchildren; one brother, Delano and wife Valeria Carroll of Gray; one sister, Christine Williams of Gate City, Va.; and several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 PM today at Tri-Cities Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Bridge Home No Kill Animal Rescue, PO Box 654, Blountville, TN 37617.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Warren G. Carroll. For more information please call 423-323-5167.

 
  Jerry Lee Carter, of Kingsport, Tennessee
and the Fordtwon community went to be with Jesus on Saturday, March 14, 2009 at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center.

He was born in Russell County, Virginia and had been a resident of the area most of his life. He was retired from Eastman Chemical Company, where he was a chemical operator. As a member of Harmony Baptist Church, he was very active in the choir.

Jerry was preceded in death by his first wife, Jean Carter, who he was married to for 32 years; also preceding are his parents, Sam and Orpha Gamble Carter.

Survivors include his wife, Carolyn Carter, of the home; son, Paul Carter, of Bristol, TN; two step-sons, Shane and wife Amber Lavinder of Kingsport, and Josh and wife Carole Trente of Cookeville, TN; daughter, Pam and husband Charles Long of Clinton, TN ; two step-daughters, Deanne and husband Todd Bishop of Kingsport and Angela and husband Bob Watson of Limestone, TN; brother, Ted and wife Juanita Carter of Kingsport; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; also his faithful friend and companion "Buddy".

The family will receive friends from 5:00 until 8:00 pm at Tri-Cities Funeral Home. Graveside services will be conducted at 2:00 pm March 17, 2009 at Tri-Cities Memoray Gardens. Pallbearers and honorary pallbearers will be family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude's Research Hospital. 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or to Harmony Baptist Home Missions, 1177 Harmony Road, Jonesborough, TN 37659. Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Carter family.

 
  Hugh M. Chesebro, age 69, of Bluff City, Tennessee
was called home on Thursday, December 10, 2009 after a courageous battle with lung cancer. Hugh was born September 6, 1940 in Sherburne, New York. He was a Veteran having served in the US Air Force from 1959 to 1963. Mr. Chesebro will be remembered by many friends and co-workers at Save-A-Lot in Bristol, Tennessee where he worked prior to his illness.

Preceding him in death were his father, Ted Chesebro; mother, Bertha Gold Weeden; beloved step-father, Otis Weeden; infant granddaughter, Clair Chesebro; sister, Geneva Winchell; four brothers, Robert, Harry, Russell and Ted Chesebro; two brothers in law, Harold Winchell and Robert Caserta.

He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Chesebro of the home; daughter, Melissa and husband Grady Young of Spencer, Virginia; son, Hugh Paul and wife Amy Chesebro of Bristol, Tennessee; "Daughter" Amy Murphy of Sherburne, New York; "Son" Doug Bennett of Holmesville, New York; three granddaughters, Angelica Young, Amanda Young and her fiance Randall Alcorn, Bryanna Young all of Spencer, Virginia; three sisters, Doris Caserta, Barbara and husband Dick Elliott, Sandy and husband Kay Weeden; two brothers, Donald and wife MaryLynn Chesebro, Gordon and wife Debbie Weeden; sister in law, Debbie and husband Larry Relyea; many special nephews, nieces, great-nephews and nieces, and great-great nephews and nieces.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, December 19, 2009 at 2pm at Addilynn Memorial United Methodist Church, 3225 Avoca Rd., Bristol, Tennessee 37620 where Mr. Chesebro was a member. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Wellmont Hospice House of Bristol, 280 Steeles Rd, Bristol, Tennessee 37620 or Addilynn United Methodist Church at 3225 Avoca Rd., Bristol, Tennessee 37620 or St. Jude's Children's Hospital, 501 St. Judes Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Chesebro Family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
  Danny (Dan) Ray Christian, age 55, of Mt. Carmel, Tennessee
also known as Bear, Danny D and Smilin' Dan the Sunshine Man
having completed his journey, moved from his temporary life to his permanant mansion with his Dear Heavenly Father on November 10, 2009.

He was preceded in death by his former wife Dianne Christian Cain in 2003 and their son, Joshua Matthew Christian in 2002.

Dan is survived by his parents, Claude Ray and Stella McLain Christian of Mt. Carmel; one brother, Gordon R. and wife Donna Christian of Gray, Tennessee; one niece, Sarah Christian of Gray, Tennessee; several aunts and cousins.

He was a graduate of Church Hill High School, Class of 1972. He served his Lord Jesus through several pastorates and mission organizations, both foreign and stateside. It was Dan's wish that all of his family and friends be invited to a Celebration of Life Service to be held at Grace Fellowship Church in Kingsport, 1 Grace Point, Kingsport, TN, with services being held on Thursday, November 12, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. with Bobby Reynolds officiating and music will be provided by the Church Praise Team and all of Dan's special friends. The family will be available to receive friends immediately following services.

Special thanks to the entire staff at the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center and Community Center, your loving compassion and care were greatly appreciated and unsurpassed.

The family request in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Grace Fellowship Church. For more information and directions to the Church, please call 423-323-5167. Tri-Cities Funeral Home is proud to serve the Christian Family.

 
  Jennie Ortelle Clevenger, age 86, of Kingsport, Tennessee
died Monday, July 7, 2008 at her residence following a brief illness.

She was born February 24, 1922 in Sevier County, Tennessee. She is the daughter of the late Lloyd and Mamie Sisk Forrester. Ortelle spent several years as a teacher's aide at the Palmer Memorial Center in Kingsport, Tennessee. She was an avid racing fan and an avid UT Volunteer Fan. Ortelle was once married to the late AB Clevenger, Sr.

She is preceded in death also by her sisters, Lucille, Irene and Vivian. Surviving are three sons, AB and Debbie Clevenger of Blountville, Tennessee, Fred Clevenger and companion Sandra Smith, Elmo and wife Gloria Clevenger, both of Kingsport, Tennessee. Also surviving are five grandsons, Bryant and wife Kathy Clevenger of Annapolis, Maryland, Mark Clevenger of Kingsport, Tennessee, Tim and wife Penny Clevenger of Johnson City, Tennessee, Mike Clevenger of Orange, Virginia and Jason and wife Charmain Clevenger of Boston, Massachussetts. Six great-grandchildren and three great-great granddaughters. One sister, Patricia and husband CE Strange of Dandridge, Tennessee.

The family of Ortelle Clevenger would like to send a special thanks to Patricia Clevenger and Wellmont Hospice of Bristol for their special care during her illness.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm, Wednesday at the Tri-Cities Funeral Home. The family asks that memorial contributions be made to the Palmer Memorial Center, 1609 Ft. Henry Dr., Kingsport, Tennessee 37664.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Ortelle Clevenger Family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
  Sharon Light Coker, age 50, of Kingsport, Tennessee
died Tuesday, June 3, 2008 at Indian Path Medical Center after an extended illness. She was a lifelong resident of Kingsport, and attended New Covenant Pentecostal Church.

Sharon was preceded in death by her father, Herman Light in 1984; son , Kade Isbel in 2001; and daughter Mika Isbel in 2004.

She is survived by her mother Betty Light of Kingsport; two sons, Adam Isbel and Zachary Coker, both of Kingsport; a sister, Patty Light of Kingsport; and three brothers, Ronnie and wife Donna Light and Terry and wife Kathy Light , both of Arab, Alabama, David and wife Teresa Light of Kingsport; six grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

A private family graveside service will be conducted at 2:00 PM today at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens with the Rev. John Walters officiating.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Sharon Light Coker. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

  Billy Ray Comer, age 61, of Blountville, Tennessee
passed away Friday (Dec. 18, 2009) at Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was born in Bristol, Tennessee, was a lifelong resident of the area and was a maintenance supervisor for Touchstone Wireless. Bill was a Vietnam Veteran serving in the US Army and was also an avid horseman.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Hugh Amos Mallett and Virginia Comer Mallett; a daughter, Becky Comer; and two sisters, Betty Comer and Bertha Manis. Survivors include sisters, Florence and husband Mitch Chastain of Bristol, Tennessee and Pauline Vermillion of Rogersville, Tennessee; brothers, Ray and wife Betty Mallett of Johnson City, Tennessee and James and wife Liz Mallett of Surgoinsville, Tennessee; and several nieces and nephews.

The family of Billy Ray Comer will receive friends from 5pm - 7pm, December 21, 2009 at Tri-Cities Funeral Home. Military graveside services will be conducted 11am, Tuesday, December 22, 2009 at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens by American Legion Hammond, Post #3, Gate City, Post #265 and the Tennessee Army National Guard.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is proud to serve the Comer Family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.
 
Blessed Are The Pure In Heart For They Shall See God

Laura Ellen Cross, age 95, of Blountville, Tennessee
passed away Friday, October 16, 2009 at Hospice House of Bristol. A native and lifelong resident of Sullivan County, she was a homemaker and loved taking care of her grandkids. Laura was a member of New Hope Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Hugh Lee Roberts and Etta Goodman Roberts; her loving husband, B. Cross; her sons, Weldon Cross and Wilbur Cross; brothers, Lee Roberts, Clifton Roberts, and Argie Roberts; sisters, Blanche Miller and Fannie Grace; and her brother-in-law, King Cross.

Survivors include her sons, Dean and wife Yoko Cross of Biloxi, Mississippi, Jerry and wife Willette Cross of Blountville, Tennessee; daughters include Anna Bee and husband Cliff DeHart of Bristol, Tennessee, Irma and husband Bob Dugger of Blountville, Tennessee; brothers, Brady Roberts and Hubert and wife Amy Roberts both of Johnson City, Tennessee; one sister, Elsie Whitsteine of Johnson City, Tennessee; five grandchildren, Gary Cross, Larry and wife Donna Cross, Dena and husband Robbie Clark, Bambi and husband Bobby Krtausch and Shannon Hicks; seven great-grandchildren, Larry Cross, Jr., Jake Cross, Tyler Cross, Chase Cunningham, Grayson Krtausch, Ethan Krtausch and Rachel Krtausch; and several nieces and nephews.

The family of Laura Ellen Cross will receive friends from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm, Sunday, October 18, 2009 at Tri-Cities Funeral Home with services to follow at 3:00 pm in the Chapel with the Rev. Truman Ferguson officiating. Entombment will follow in Tri-Cities Memory Gardens Mausoleum. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 508 Princeton Rd., Suite 102, Johnson City, TN 37601 or to Hospice House of Bristol, 280 Steeles Rd., Bristol, Tennessee 37620.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Cross family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
 
  Michael Vincent DeMatteo, age 62, of Kingsport, Tennessee
went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 6, 2008 at Holston Valley Medical Center. He was born in Bronx, NY and has been in Kingsport since 1993. He was a chef for the Sit "n" Bull Restaurant in Gray, Tennessee. He was of the Catholic faith.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew and Mary DeMatteo and a step-daughter, Robbie Drinnon in June, 2007.

Survivors include his loving wife, Wanda DeMatteo, of the home; step-daughter, Lisa and husband Johnny Short of Kingsport; step-son, Jeff and wife Mary Keymon, of Kingsport; sister, Carmela and husband Wayne Barry of Wallingford, Connecticutt; step-grandchildren, Tonyia Leroy, Heather Webb, Rebecca Drinnon and Brittany Drinnon all of Kingsport; step-great-grandchildren, Kyle Webb and Ciara Webb of Kingsport; nephews, Wayne Christopher Barry and Timothy Michael Barry of Wallingford, Connecticutt.

Funeral services for Michael will be conducted at 11:00 AM Monday at Tri-Cities Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Scotty Sexton officiating. Burial will follow in Tri-Cities Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 9:00 PM Sunday at Tri-Cities Funeral Home.

Tri-Cities Funeral home is honored to serve the DeMatteo family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
 
  Gerald Edwards, age 60, of Gray, Tennessee
went to be with the Lord Monday November 9, 2009 at Indian Path Medical Center. He was born July 22, 1949 in Kingsport, Tennessee the son of Warner and Bernice (Wagner) Edwards. Gerald has been a lifelong resident of this area. Gerald enjoyed many things but he will be remembered by his family and friends as an avid hunter and fisherman. He was also owner and operator of Affordable Truck Repair. He was of the Baptist faith.

He is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Glenna Edwards of the home; two daughters, Dawn Bailey of Virginia Beach, Virginia and Shannon Edwards of West Virginia; a son, Anthony Edwards of Kingsport; parents, Warner and Bernice Edwards of Kingsport; one sister, Carolyn and husband Endle Greene of Kingsport; two brothers; Larry Edwards of Kingsport and Bobby and wife Jan Edwards of Blountville; three grandchildren, Bryanna Bailey, Janell Fletcher and Joseph Fletcher; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Gerald's family will receive friends Tuesday November 10, 2009 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Tri-Cities Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted following visitation at 8:00 PM in the Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. David Salley officiating. Graveside services will be Wednesday November 11, at 2:00 PM in Tri-Cities Memory Gardens, where family and friends are asked to meet by 1:45 PM.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Edwards family. For more information. Please call 423-323-5167.

 
  Mazie Estep, age 69, of Blountville, Tennessee
went to be with the Lord Wednesday, November 4, 2009, at Wellmont Hospice House of Bristol. Born in Feds Creek, Kentucky, she had been a resident of the area for the last 43 years. She was a homemaker and of the Baptist Faith.

Mazie was preceded in death by her parents, Vernon and Bertie Taylor Rowe.

Survivors include her husband, Paul Estep, of the home; sons, Paul Eddie Estep and Jay and wife Debbie Estep all of Blountville; daughters, Susie and husband Sam Goodson, Wanda and husband Mike McGann, all of Bristol, Virginia, Jeannie and husband Roger Moore, Lorraine and husband Daniel Minnick, Sandra Cook and husband Keith Carr all of Blountville, Tennessee, and Wendy and husband Tim Fisk of Bluff City, Tennessee;seventeen grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; brother, Harold Rowe of Kentucky; sisters, Thelma and husband Chet Harvey of Indiana, Leona and husband David Moody of Ohio, Estea Ramey and husband Tommy of Kentucky and Lucy and husband Ernie Rowe of Arkansas; and several nieces and nephews.

The family of Mazie Estep will receive friends from 5:00 until 8:00 PM Saturday, November 7, 2009 at Tri-Cities Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 PM Sunday, November 8, 2009 at Tri-Cities Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Sam Haynes officiating. Entombment will follow in Tri-Cities Funeral Home Mausoleum. The family request that memorial contributions be made to Wellmont Hospice House of Bristol, 280 Steeles Road, Bristol, Tennessee 37620.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Estep family. For more information, you may call 423-323-5167.

 
  Genevieve (Jenny) Fincher,
passed away Thursday, June 26, 2008 at Wexford House after a period of declining health. She had been a resident of the Colonial Heights Wellington Place assisted living since Dec. 2005, and entered the Wexford House in Sept. 2007.

Jenny was the daughter of the late Orlan N. and Nannie B. Fincher. She is also preceded in death by her brother, Kenneth E. Fincher and her sister, Glenna F. Sells.

Jenny was a 1942 graduate of Dobyns-Bennett High School, and was employed at Tennessee Eastman for several years, and then employed by Piedmont Airlines at the Tri-City Airport. She later transferred to Winston-Salem, NC, and retired in 1987 as a supervisor, then returned to Kingsport to live. Before Jenny started having health problems, she attended Kingsport Community Church and the Reflections Sunday School class.

Jenny is survived by her sister-in-law, Betty C. Fincher, of Kingsport; nieces, Tracie Fincher, of Kingsport, and Terri Fincher McCormick and husband Bill of Hickory, NC; and a great-niece, Chelsea McCormick of Hickory, NC.

The family of Genevieve (Jenny) Fincher would like to thank the employees of Wellington Place, Wexford House, and Adventa Hospice for their great care of Jenny during her declining health and illness.

Honoring Jenny's wishes and request to be cremated, there will be no visitation or memorial service. The family will have a private memorial and committal service at a later date at Tri-Cities Funeral Home Chapel and Mausoleum, with the Rev. Mark Stayton officiating.

In lieu of flowers, any memorial contributions may be made to New Clothes for Kids, PO Box 215, Kingsport, Tennessee, 37662, or the charity of ones choice.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements and is honored to serve the family of Genevieve (Jenny) Fincher. For more information please call Tri-Cities Funeral Home at 423-323-5167.

 
  Wallace Driskell, of Piney Flats, Tennessee
passed away Friday, January 23, 2009. He was born in Sheffield , Alabama. Wallace was involved in church and community activities including the Buffalo Ruritan Club. He was preceded in death by his parents, John Cleburne Driskell and Ruth Ponder Driskell, two sisters, Robin Ann Driskell and Alice Wynn Driskell, and a brother James Daniel Driskell.

Wallace is survived by his loving wife, Katie Driskell; sons, William Eric Driskell of Aurora, Colorado and David Lynn and wife Abby Driskell of Alabama; daughter, Regetta Ruth Driskell; step-son, Ian Blackburn of Knoxville, Tennessee; brother, Paul Sidney and wife Carole Driskell of Sheffield, Alabama; one granddaughter, Madison Lynn Driskell; one niece, Cathrine and husband Chris White; one nephew, Rev. Timothy and wife Angie Driskell.

The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00 pm Monday January 26, 2009 at Tri-Cities Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm from the funeral home chapel with Pastor Dan Theiben officiating. Burial will follow in Tri-Cities Memory Gardens. Honorary pall bearers will be Lynn Crussell, Sewell Mackins, Danny Blakley, Rudy Burnett, Bob Hall and Doc Malone.

Memorial contributions may be made to Journeys End No Kill Animal Society, 2541 Sullivan Gardens Parkway, Kingsport, TN 37660 or to Wynn Wood Wildlife Rehab, 150 Cecil Estep Rd., Elizabethton, TN 37643. Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Driskell family. For more information, please call (423)323-5167.

 
 
  Lloyd Melban Fish, age 86, of Kingsport, Tennessee
went to be with the Lord at 8 am, Tuesday, July 15, 2008 at his residence after 8 years of declining health and Alzheimers. Mr. Fish was born in Sullivan County and was a resident of Kingsport all of his life. He retired from AFG in 1984 and was a US Army Veteran serving during WWII. Mr. Fish was of the Baptist Faith and was saved April 24, 1994.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Juanita Lane Fish on February 18, 2000; his parents, Simon and Georgia Fish; and two brothers, Sidney Fish and Merwyn Fish. Survivors include his daughter and son-in-law, Janette and Jim Smith of Kingsport; son and daughter-in-law, David Myron and Connie Fish of Kingsport; three grandchildren, Mark and wife Alesia Fish of Church Hill, Randy and wife Tonya Fish and Wesley Smith all of Kingsport; two great-grandchildren, Tanner Alley and Tucker Alley; Two honorary great-grandchildren, Levi Herron and Caleb Herron; brother, Aubry Fish of Kingsport; sisters, Valda Francis and husband Bob (deceased) and Lyndall and Samuel Hite of Kingsport; one sister-in-law, Eileen Fish of Jonesborough; several nieces and nephews.

The family of Lloyd Fish wishes to thank Caris Hospice of Johnson City and all of their staff for all of their kind services, care and support. The family would also like to send a special thank you to his caregivers, Patsy Bates (sister-in-law) and Waneta Dockter. You have touched our hearts with all the special care you gave to our dad. Special thanks also to Dr. Dale Solomon and his staff and Wellmont Wound Clinic for all of the care and support during dad's illness.

The family of Lloyd Fish will receive friends from 6 pm to 8 pm, Thursday at Tri-Cities Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at 8 pm in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Riley Boy officiating.

Military graveside services will be conducted at 11 am, Friday in Tri-Cities Memory Gardens with military rites conducted by American Legion Hammond Post #3, the Gate City American Legion Post #254 and the Tennessee National Guard officiating.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Fish Family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
  Lillie Mae (Northcutt) Fleenor, age 70 of Piney Flats, Tennessee
passed away Tuesday morning, March 3, 2009 at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center after a prolonged bout with a terminal illness.

A native of Blytheville, Arkansas, she made her home in a variety of other places throughout her life, including Alaska, Missouri and New Mexico before settling in East Tennessee in 1987 where she and her husband retired for the remainder of her days.

A born again Christian, she was a proud member of the Temple Baptist Church in Bristol, Tennessee and though our hearts are saddened by her loss here on earth, we rejoice in the fact that she sits at our Savior's feet. The circle will remain unbroken through the daily witness of her life and the mercy of our Lord.

Family that preceded her in death include her parents, mother, Willie Mae Connell; father, Coy E. Northcutt; four brothers, Orville, Hubert, E.J. and Billy; one sister, Clara Bell. She is survived by her husband of fifty years, retired Air Force CMSgt. Joe Brady Fleenor, Sr. of the home; sons, Joe Fleenor, Jr. of Piney Flats and Mark Alan and wife Grace Fleenor of Germany; only daughter, Angela Lynn Fleenor of Piney Flats. Surviving siblings include two sisters, Geneva Caldwell of Gurdon, Arkansas and Betty Jean Grant of Jonesboro, Arkansas. She leaves behind a continuing legacy of love to nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Family will receive friends and loved ones from 5:00pm to 8:00pm, Thursday, March 5, 2009 at Tri-Cities Funeral Home in Blountville, Tennessee. Funeral services will be held at 2:00pm, Friday, March 6, 2009 in the Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Leroy Fleenor and Rev. Brandon Canter officiating. Burial to follow in Tri-Cities Memory Gardens. Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Fleenor family. For more information, please call (423) 323-5167.

 
  Wanda Ford, age 70, of Blountville, Tennesee
went to be with ther Heavenly Father on Monday (September 29, 2008) at the Wexford House, after a brief illness. She was born in Kingsport and was a lifelong resident of Sullivan County. She was a member of Liberty Baptist Church in Bristol, Tennessee. She was a very talented artist and was active with Reach for Recovery.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Ford, who passed away in 2000. Survivors include her daughters, Kay Ford and Lori and husband Lee Sullivan, both of Blountville; sons, Charles, Jr. and wife Kathy Ford of Olathe, Kansas and Kenny Ford of Kingsport; sisters, Mary and husband Jerry McAmis, and Emogene Sneed, both of Kingsport; brothers, Sam and wife Mae Cox of Blountville and Clark Cox of Alabama; grandchildren, Christina and husband Bryan Toben, David Ford, John Ford, Ally Ford, all of Kansas; great-grandchildren, Becca Toben and Reece Toben, both of Kansas; special sisters-in-law, Eva June Bethany of Blountville and Leona Bethany of North Carolina; and a special cousin, JD King of Bluff City.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 PM Thursday at the Tri-Cities Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at 8 PM on Thursday in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Stan Anderson officiating. A graveside service will be conducted at 2 PM Friday at the Beulah Baptist Church Cemetery on Dunlap Road. Honorary pallbearers will be Butch Brown, Bryan Shipley, Roger Bowers, Jeff Bammon, Matt Folkner, Randy Phelps, John Kelsey, Peanut Branson, John Ford, and David Ford.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Ford family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
  Marvin P. Gibson, age 79, of Blountville, Tennessee
went home to be with Jesus on Thursday (June 12, 2008) at Greystone Healthcare Center after a period of declining health.

Marvin was born in Scott County, Va., but had been a resident of East Tennessee most of his life. He was of the Apostolic faith, a farmer, and an avid coon hunter.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Arch and Flora Smith Gibson. He is survived by his wife, Helen Gibson of the home; son, Tony Gibson, Kingsport; daughters, Norma and husband Bruce Bennett of Mississippi, Virginia and husband, Mike Gardner of Gray, Peggy and husband, Rich Trivett, of Bristol, Va. ; brothers, Joe Gibson of Sullivan Gardens, Gary and wife, Pat Gibson, Elmer and wife, Charlotte Gibson, both of Kingsport; sister Addie Kress of Greeneville, TN; grandchildren, Robert Meador, Kim Fairley, Michael Gardner II, Amanda Gardner;and eight great-grandchildren.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 PM Monday at the Tri-Cities Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 AM Tuesday in the chapel of the funeral home with the Rev. Leroy Fleenor and Rev. Arthur Collins officiating. Music will be provided by Jack and Barbara Martin and Larry Ryans. Burial will follow at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Marvin P. Gibson. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
 
  Albert George Gilliam, age 76, of Blountville, Tennessee
went to be with the Lord Monday morning, June 8, 2009 at Indian Path Medical Center after a brief battle with cancer. He was a native and lifelong resident of Sullivan County. He worked in sales. He was a member of Fellowship Freewill Baptist Church and attended Fort Robinson Baptist Church. He was an outdoor enthusiast who loved carpentry work and loved to travel. He was a loving grandfather and was a special caregiver to his loving wife Doris who passed away in January, 2009.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Christopher C. and Laura Robinson Gilliam Hilliard; his loving wife, Doris Mae Gilliam; a brother, Milburn Gilliam; and a sister, Virginia Hubman. Survivors include a son, Danny Gilliam of Kingsport; three brothers, Napoleon "Nap" Gilliam, Ivan Gilliam and R.C. Gilliam all of Kingsport; a sister Elanor and husband Charles Short of Kingsport; two grandchildren, Nicole Frye and Chelsea Gilliam of Kingsport; two great-grandchildren, Kennedy Frye and Isaiha Stuart of Kingsport; sister-in-laws, Patsy and husband Donald Barnette of Gray, TN, Ruth Overbay of Kingsport, Brenda and husband Ken Martin of Newnan, GA; brother-in-law, Charles and wife Rosa Nell Hommell of Kingsport.

The family will receive friends from 6 PM until 9 PM Wednesday June 10, 2009 at Tri-Cities Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 AM Thursday June 11, 2009 with the Rev. Wrightly Salling, Rev. Johnny Gibson, and Rev. Jeff Wallen officiating. Music will be provided by True Faith Quartet. Burial will follow in Tri-Cities Memory Gardens. Pall Bearers will be Bruce Blevins, Dorman Blizzard, Donald Barnette, Ken Martin and Charles Short.

A special thank you to Indian Path Hospital ICU and the nursing staff on the 4th floor. Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Gilliam family. For more information, please contact Tri-Cities Funeral Home at (423) 323-5167.

 
  Betty Jo (Shelley) Gilliam, age 72, of Kingsport, Tennessee
went to be with Jesus on Wednesday (May 22, 2008) at Holston Valley Medical Center. She was born on June 11, 1935 in Kingsport. She attended Litz Manor Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Eva Lee and Jack Shelley, Sr.; brothers, Jack Shelley, Jr., and Billy Shelley; and sister, Geraldine (Jerry) Adams. She is survived by her sons, Jack Gilliam, Danny and wife Teri Gilliam, all of Kingsport; daughters, Teresa McClure and husband, Scott of Youngsville, NC, Shelly and husband Rick Sparrow of Kingsport; seven grandchildren, Joshua, Jack Jr. "J.J.", Brittany, Jaclyn, Whitney, Summer and Skye; five great-gandchildren; sister, Phyllis Moore; several nieces and nephews; and a very special and long time friend, Emma "Sis" Hyder Dobbins, of Medford, NY.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 11 AM to 1 PM in the Litz Manor Baptist Church. Funeral services will follow at 1 PM with Pastor Bill Steele officiating. Entombment will follow at Oak Hill Memorial Park.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Gilliam family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
  Doris Mae Gilliam, age 72, of Blountville, Tennesee
went to be with the Lord Monday night, January 26, 2009 with her loving husband of 54 years and her loving family by her side after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's. She was born in Scott County, Virginia and lived most of her life in Sullivan County. She was a member of Fellowship Freewill Baptist Church and attended Higher Ground Baptist Church before her illness. She was very passionate about her grandchildren and she loved working in her flowers. She worked for ITT North Electric for 15 years.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Hughie Lee and Dessie Casteel Hommel, an infant sister, Janette Hommel and one brother, Paris Wayne Hommel. Survivors include her husband, Albert Gilliam of the home; one son, Danny Gilliam of Kingsport; one brother, Charles and wife Rosa Nell Hommel of Kingsport; three sisters, Ruth Overbay of Kingsport, Patsy Jean and husband Donald Barnette of Gray, Brenda Kaye and husband Kenneth Martin of Newnan, Georgia; two grandchildren, Nicole Frye and Chelsea Gilliam, both of Kingsport; two great-grandchildren, Kennedy Frye and Isaiha Stuart, both of Kingsport; and several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm Wednesday, January 28, 2009 at Tri-Cities Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Thursday, January 29, 2009 at Tri-Cities Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Johnny Gibson and the Rev. Wrightly Salling officiating. Burial will follow in Tri-Cities Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be Ken Martin, Jeff Hommell, Randy Simpson, Bruce Blevins, Ray Hubman, and Dorman Blizzard.

The family would like to send their sincere thanks to the staff and nurses at Wexford House, the hospice nurses, Dr. Robert Funke and all their loving friends for all their prayers and support during their time of need. Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Gilliam family . For more information please contact Tri-Cities Funeral Home at (423) 323-5167.

 
  Homer Cletis Greene, age 85, of Colonial Heights, Tennessee
passed away at 2:30 AM Saturday, April 11, 2009 at the VA Medical Center surrounded by his loving family . Homer was a lfelong resident of Sullivan County. He attended Blountville High School and ETSU. Homer was in the automoblie sales business until his retirement in 2001. He was a veteran of World War II, having served in the 752 Engineers. He was a lifetime member of VFW, American Legion, Moose, and Elks, and was of the Methodist Faith.

Homer was preceded in death by his parents, Daniel Logan Greene and Julia Kate Smith Greene; one brother, John Henry Greene; and sisters, Sylvia (PeeWee) Jordan and June Faye Joyner.

Homer is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Lois Greene; his daughter, Crystal Greene and husband Chris Danos of Marietta, Georgia; his son Cletis and wife Susan Greene of Church Hill, TN. Also surviving are his grandchildren; Christopher Danos, Nicholas Danos, Daniel Greene, and Caleb Greene; sister, Pat Greene and husband Gus Tuck of Marietta, GA; brothers, Charles Greene of Little River Academy, Texas, Danny Bud and wife Joanna Greene of Church Hill, TN , and Richie Lee Greene of Rogersville, TN. Also surviving are several neices and nephews.

The family of Homer Cletis Greene will receive friends from 12:00 Noon until 2:00 PM Monday April 13, 2009 at Tri-Cities Funeral Home Chapel with services being conducted at 2:00 PM with Rev. Lonnie Wooten Jr. officiating. Military graveside services at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens will be conducted by American Legion Hammond Post # 3 and Gate City Post # 265. Pallbearers will be family and friends.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital, 501 St. Judes Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or to the charity of ones choice. For more information please call Tri-Cities Funeral Home at 423-323-5167. Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Greene family.

 
 
  Joan M. Cross Greninger, age 88, of Johnson City, Tennessee
passed away Friday morning, June 19, 2009, at her residence after an extended illness. She was born June 15, 1921 in Altoona, Pennsylvania and was the daughter of the late William and Katherine Craft Cross. Joan graduated from Altoona High School and had a year of Nursing Training. She worked for Dr. Bloom in Altoona Mercy Hospital in Altoona Greater Southeast Hospital in D.C. and Southern MD Hospital in Clinton, Maryland. She was also a member of the Order of the Eastern Star and on the Advisory Board for the Altoona Chapter Order of Rainbow for Girls. She was an avid Redskins fan. Later in life she was a world traveler. With her husband, Edwin, she saw the Greek Isles and Singapore to name a couple and enjoyed many cruises.

Other members of her family preceding her in death are brothers, Richard Cross and William Cross; Sister-in-law, Gladys Cross; son-in-law, Robert Stevens; grandsons, William C. Sadler, II and Scott Alan Stevens. Joan was blessed to have been married to four wonderful men, Edwin Greninger, who passed away 2007, Wilford Melcher, who passed away in 1990, William Sadler, who passed away in 1964, and Warren King, who was a B-17 Bomber Pilot and was shot down and killed in WWII, on April 23, 1944. Survivors include her son, William I. Sadler and wife Patricia, of Maryland; daughter, Diane E. Cummings and husband Bobby of Florida; grandsons, William Sadler and Joshua Sadler; Granddaughters, Cindy Rogerson and husband Jeremy, Heather Yon and husband Bill, and Michelle Stevens; Great-grandchildren, Rachel Hannah, Brynn Yon, Emily Yon and David Rogerson; Nephews, William Cross and wife Peggy; neice, Barbara Keys and husband Ford; great-nephews, William Cross and wife Beth, Brian Cross and wife Jennifer; great-neices, Kim Trango and husband Jim, and Juliet Keys; great-grandneices, Madison Cross and Catherine Cross.

The family will receive friends and loved ones from 12:00 pm to 2:00pm, Friday, June 26, 2009 at Tri-Cities Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm in the funeral home Chapel with Rev. James Nipper officiating. Burial will follow in the Monte Vista Cemetery in Johnson City, Tennessee. Pallbearers will be Bill Sadler, Joshua Sadler, Will Sadler and Jeremy Rogerson. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Tri-Cities Funeral Home to help defray cost of funeral expenses. The family would like to say a very special thank you to Frederick and Rosemary Greninger, Dea Morck, and all friends and neighbors who donated to her care. Also a very special thank you goes to Senior Citizens Services, Terry Gilliam, Nancy Sloan, and all the many caregivers who have taken care of her and donated their time to help keep her at home as she and her husband had wished.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Greninger Family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
  Mary Alice Snavely Griffin. age 58, of Kingsport, Tennessee
passed away Saturday, August 1, 2009 at Indian Path Medical Center. She was a native and lifelong resident of Kingsport, and was of the Baptist faith. Mary Alice proudly served her country in the United States Army National Guard Reserves. She was a homemaker and enjoyed making crafts.

Preceding her in death are her parents, Patrick Henry Snavely and Mary Avona Watson Snavely. She is also preceded by one brother and two sisters. Survivors include her husband, Tommy Allen Griffin, Sr. of Kingsport, Tennessee. One son, Jamie Lee Snavely Griffin of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. One daughter, Tommie Jean Cybil Snavely Singleton and husband Anton of Kingsport, Tennessee. Brothers include James Snavely and wife Peggy of Blountville, Tennessee, Henry Snavely and wife Barbara of Florida, John Snavely and wife Rosemarie of Blountville, Tennessee, Charlie Snavely and wife Emmalyn of North Carolina. Two sisters, Ann Spears of Kingsport, Tennessee, Catherine Browder of Bluff City, Tennessee and Nancy Ray and husband Pete of Arkansas. One grandson, Felix Ash Snavely Singleton of Kingsport, Tennessee. Also surviving are several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

A memorial service for Mary Alice Snavely Griffin will be conducted at 8:00 p.m., Thursday, August 6, 2009, at Tri-Cities Funeral Home, with the family receiving friends from 7:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Services will be conducted in the Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Mike Owens officiating. Military services will follow immediately with American Legion Hammond Post #3, Gate City Post #265 and the Tennessee National Guard conducting services.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Griffin family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
  Juanita Grimm, age 85, of Gray, Tennessee
Went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 17, 2009 at Wellington Place of Colonial Heights following a brief illness. She was formerly employed at Eastman Kodak before becoming a full time homemaker. She loved cooking for her family and enjoyed spending time with her sisters, nieces, nephews, children and grandchildren. She was of the Baptist faith.

Juanita was born on April 3, 1923 in Tazewell County, Virginia and was the daughter of the late William James (Will) and Bessie Powers Williams. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by six brothers: Willie, Claude, Paul, Millard, Raymond and Howard Williams and two sisters: Mrs. Rosie Jackson and Mrs. Katherine Fuller.

Juanita is survived by her husband of sixty years, Steward E. Grimm; one son, Chuck and wife Diana Grimm of Kingsport; two daughters, Reba and husband Mike Thompson, Kammy and husband Sam Cook both of Kingsport, Tennessee; seven grandchildren, Becky and husband David Bridges, Greg and wife Lauren Thompson, Julie and husband Vi Jay Kumar, Josh Grimm, Alicia Cook, Hannah Cook and Lauren Cook; two great grandchildren, Aiden and Campbell Bridges; two sisters, Mrs. Ezzel Gates of Tazewell, Virginia and Mrs. Pearl Mitchell of Abingdon, Virginia; one brother, David Williams of Florida; several nieces and nephews.

The family of Juanita Grimm will receive friends from 6-8 pm Thursday, February 19, 2009 at Tri-Cities Funeral Home with funeral services being conducted at 8pm from the funeral home chapel with Dr. Gene Lasley officiating. Graveside services will be conducted at 1pm Friday, February 20, 2009 at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens.

The family would like to express heartfelt thanks to special friends and staff at Wellington Place, Amedisys Hospice and Dr. Ronald Hunter. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Holston United Methodist Home for Children, PO Box 188, Greeneville, Tennessee 37744. Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Grimm family. For more information please contact Tri-Cities Funeral Home at 423-323-5167.

 
  John Anthony Gust, Sr., age 64, of Kingsport, Tennessee
passed away Monday, October 5, 2009 at his residence. He was born Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, November 5, 1944. He moved to Kingsport 42 years ago coming from Chicago, Illinois. John retired from Tennessee Eastman Chemical Company 9 years ago after being employed there for 33 years. He was a member of St. Dominic's Catholic Church, he was also a member of Knights of Columbus.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Patti Gust; parents, Peter Anthony Gust and Rennetta Shefka Gust; and sister, Margaret Knowlton. He is survived by son, John Gust, Jr. of Johnson City, Tennessee; two step-sons, Chuck and wife Kathleen Wright and Bryan Wright, all of Gray, Tennessee; daughter, Kim Nottingham of Kingsport, Tennessee; step-daughter, Cheri and husband Tad Broyles of Jonesborough, Tennessee; one granddaughter, Natalie Nottingham of Kingsport, Tennessee.

Funeral Mass will be offered at 11:30 am, Friday, October 9, 2009 at St. Dominics Catholic Church with Father Mike Nolan officiating.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Gust family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
  Patti Gust, age 63, of Kingsport, Tennessee
passed away Tuesday, July 15, 2008 at her residence. She was born in Norfolk, Virginia, and had been a resident of Kingsport since 1972, coming from Portsmouth, Virginia. Patti was a retired nurse and teacher and a member of St. Dominic's Catholic Church. She was a member of Presidents Pride at East Tennessee State University.

She is survived by her husband, John A. Gust, Sr. of the home; three sons, Chuck and wife Kathleen Wright and Bryan Wright, both of Gray and John Gust, Jr. of Kingsport; daughters, Kim Nottingham of Kingsport and Cheri Broyles of Jonesborough; brothers, Jeff Latimer of Avon, NC and Michael S. Latimer of Pirates Cove, Bahama; four grandchildren, Bryan Howell, Shara Howell, Ashley Wright,and Natalie Nottingham;and three great-grandchildren; Jabin Howell, Valen Howell, and Brooklyn Howell.

A funeral mass will be offered on Friday at 1 PM in the St. Dominic's Catholic Church in the small chapel with Father Charles Burton officiating. A gathering will be held Saturday at 7 PM at the Domtar Cabin to celebrate Patti's life.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Gust family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
  James S. (Pap) Hamilton Jr., age 78, of Kingsport, Tennessee
went to be with the Lord Wednesday, December 23, 2009 at Wellmont Hospice House of Bristol. He was born July 16, 1931 son of the late Stewart Hamilton Sr. and Luella Owens Hamilton.

James was a lifelong resident of Pactolus community and a member of Pactolus United Methodist Church. He was also a life member of the V.F.W. and a member of the Eagles. One of the things that James loved to do was spend time visiting with his army buddies.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sons, Randy Keith Hamilton in 2002 and John Conley Hamilton in 2006; two brothers, Robert Hamilton and Ralph Hamilton. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Wilma June Sells Hamilton of the home; four grandchildren, Jonathon Eric Hamilton, Sarah Elizabeth and husband Dustin Alley, John Conley Hamilton II, and Reilley James Hamilton; two step-grandchildren, Taylor Quinn and Lindsey Quinn; sister, Etta Mernita Owens of Kingsport; several nieces and nephews.

Committal services will be held for James Monday, December 28, 2009 at 1:00 PM in Tri-Cities Funeral Home Main Chapel with Rev. Eric Starr officiating. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Pactolus United Methodist Church, 121 Pactolus Road, Kingsport, Tennessee, 37663.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Hamilton family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
  Pauline Hamilton, age 92, of Blountville, Tennessee
passed away Monday evening November 17, 2008 at Greystone Healthcare after a brief illness. Born in Kalama, Washington, she has been a resident of the Blountville area for the last 60 years coming from California. She was a member of the Wheeler United Methodist Church where she was active as a member of the United Methodist Women and also a Sunday school teacher. She was very loyal and held many offices at the church. She was involved in the FCE organization of the church. She did volunteer work at Greystone Healthcare every week while she was able and also a private sitter for Upjohn.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert (Mack) Hamilton, and a son, Dennis D. Hamilton.

She is survived by her son Max Hamilton of Blountville and two daughter-in laws, Mary Jane Johnson and Freda Hamilton Darnell both of Blountville, her grandson, Rocky Johnson of Kingsport, two granddaughters, Jill and husband Randel Taylor of Blountville, and Amy and husband Aaron Hartsock of Bristol, Tennessee, two great-grand-children, Lilly Anna Taylor of Blountville, and Zoe Belle Hartsock of Bristol, and several nieces and nephews.

Graveside services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens with the Rev. Stuart Albee officiating. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Wheelers United Methodist Church. A celebration of life will be conducted at 7 p.m. at the church with the Rev. Stuart Albee officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wheeler United Methodist Church. Funeral arrangements for the Hamilton family are being provided by Tri-Cities Funeral Home of Blountville. For more information please call (423) 323-5167.

 
  Haden Hammonds, age 86, of Bristol, Tennessee
died Sunday, May 25, 2008 at NHC Healthcare in Johnson City, Tennesee. He was born in Pikeville, Kentucky, but had spent most of his life in the area. Mr. Hammonds was a World War II Veteran. He was a construction worker, and was of the Baptist faith.

Mr. Hammonds is survived by his loving wife, Margie Hammonds, of Johnson City. Also surviving are three sons, Henry Hammonds and companion Jo Anna Eggers of Jonesborough, Tenn, Lee and wife Judy Hammonds of Kingsport, and Ricky and wife Roseanna Hammonds of Bristol, Virginia; five grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be conducted at 2 PM Wednesday in the Tri-Cities Funeral Home Chapel with Chaplain Harold McNabb officiating. Military graveside services will follow by American Legion Hammond Post # 3, and the Gate City Post # 265 in the Tri-Cities Memory Gardens. The military will also serve as pallbearers.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Hammonds family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
  Margie Hammonds, age 79, of Bristol, Tennessee
went to be with her Heavenly Father on Friday June 27, 2008 at NHC Healthcare in Johnson City, after an extended illness. She was born in Pikeville, Kentucky and had been a resident of this area most of her life. She attended the Church of God.

Margie was preceded in death by her husband, Haden Hammonds, Jr, who passed away on May 25, 2008. Survivors include her sons, Henry Ray Hammonds and companion Jo Anna Eggers of Jonesborough, TN, Elmer Lee and wife Judy Hammonds of Kingsport, TN and Ricky Dean and wife Roseanna Hammonds of Bristol, VA; two brothers, Elmer Jesse Varney of Kingsport and Donald Ray Varney of Atlanta; five grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

The family of Margie Hammonds will receive friends from 6 to 8 PM Sunday June 29, 2008, at Tri-Cities Funeral Home. Graveside services will be conducted at 10:30 AM Monday, June 30, 2008 at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens with Rev. TIm Cole officiating.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Hammonds family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
  George F. Hawkins, age 89, of Jonesborough
Forever Free
My struggles are over, I'll fight no more, I lost the battle, but I won the war. Victory is sweet, as I bow here at his feet, don't cry for me, I am forever free! By: Jeff Branham
George was born October 13, 1919 to Augusta Taylor Hawkins McMullins and James Hawkins. He was raised on the river in Hiltons, Virginia having moved to Kingsport as a young adult. He lived in Washington County, Tennessee for the last 49 years.

George proudly served his country in the US Army serving in WW2 as a crewman for the Anti-Aircraft Automatic Weapons Unit, serving in the Asiatic-Pacific Theatre and the Phillippine Liberation. After the war, he returned to Kingsport and worked 42 years for Eastman Kodak. He retired to farm and to enjoy his family, his horses and hunting dogs.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Augusta and Henry McMullins; his first wife, Sue Rhoten Hawkins; sister, Earla Hawkins Bolas; and brother, JD McMullins.

George was a devoted husband to his wife, Ethel Ryan Hawkins. He was the best of Fathers to his Children, Susan and George Rutledge, Karen and Eddie Gates, and Brent and Karen Sue Hawkins. Also a wonderful Grandfather to his Grandchildren, Mindy Sue Rutledge, Mikell Garland, Katelyn Millard, McKayla Hawkins, George Gates, and Dillon Gates. He is survived by Brothers, Lewis and wife Tippie McMullins, Hubert and wife Margie McMullins; Sister-in-Law, Joyce McMullins; and several special nieces and nephews. Special thanks to Dr. Ronald and Jennifer Hunter and staff and friends, Donna and Paula.

Visitiation is 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, Thursday, June 4, 2009 at Tri-Cities Funeral Home Chapel. Graveside services are to follow at 12:15 pm in Tri-Cities Memory Gardens with Rev. Jodie Ihfe officiating. Military graveside services will be conducted by American Legion Hammonds Post #3, Gate City Post #265, and the Tennessee Army National Guard. Pallbearers are Brent Hawkins, Mikell Garland, Eddie Gates, Dillon Gates, George Rutledge, Gary McMullins, Johnny McClellan, Mark Brian, and Stan Heaton. Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Hawkins Family. For more information please contact Tri-Cities Funeral Home at 423-323-5167.

 
  Micah Wayne Henson, age 29, of Mt. Carmel
went home to be with the Lord, Tuesday, February 17, 2009 at Vanderbilt Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee. He was born in Ann Arbor, Michigan and has been a resident of this area for the last 22 years. He was a member of Tabernacle Baptist Church in Kingsport and also traveled with his family spreading the message of Jesus through word and song. He was a gospel singer/songwriter and instrumentalist and composed many songs that are still being enjoyed and will continue to be enjoyed by all of God's people for years to come. Though the passing of Micah is sad for God's people, the Henson family will continue to carry on his legacy through the preaching and singing of God's word.

Micah is survived by his parents, Evangelist Roger and wife Kay Henson, both of the home; two sisters, Kimberly and Renae Henson, both of the home; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends.

The family will receive friends on Friday, February 20, 2009 starting at 5pm at Tabernacle Baptist Church in Kingsport, Tennessee. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 pm Saturday, February 21, 2009 at Tabernacle Baptist Church with Pastor Cecil Sturgill, Preacher Brian McBride, Preacher Joe Arthur and Preacher Tony Hutson officiating. Graveside service will be conducted by Preacher Preston Moore will follow at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens in Blountville, Tennessee. Pallbearers will be Ricky Gravley, Stacy Penland, Terrell Hopkins, Tim McVey, Greg Hodges, Danny Mundy, Dean McNeese, Brent Stancil, Jon Jenkins and Jeffery Ledbetter, Jr. Honorary Pallbearers will be cousins.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Henson family. In lieu of flowers, friends may make contributions in care of the Henson family to Tri-Cities Funeral Home, PO Box 6, Blountville, Tennessee. For more information, please call Tri-Cities Funeral Home at 423-323-5167.

 
  Dale Hicks, age 93, of Blountville,
went to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 30, 2009 at Wellmont Hospice House in Bristol with a precious granddaughter, Donna by his side.

Dale was a lifelong resident of Sullivan County. He was of the Christian faith. Dale enjoyed many things including farming, the coal business, antique automobiles, going for rides and feeding the ducks at the Veteran's Memorial Park. Also, he enjoyed the many hours he spent with his buddies at Hardee's in Bristol.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Virginia Pauline Hicks; parents, Robert Taylor Hicks and Lula Elizabeth Cash Hicks; and two sisters, Barbara Hicks and Flora Dunn.

Survivors include his son, Donald H. Hicks and his wife Mary Jean of Blountville; two brothers, Howard Ken Hicks and wife Ruth of Kingsport and Herman Hicks of Blountville;a sister, Hazel Slaughter of Blountville; two granddaughters, Donna Lane and husband Kevin of Blountville and Brenda Minor; several great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

The family will receive friends on Saturday August 1, 2009 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Tri-Cities Funeral Home. Graveside services will be conducted Sunday August 2, 2009 at 2:00 PM at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens with Kevin Lane speaking. Family and friends are asked to meet by 1:45 PM.

For more information please call 423-323-5167. Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Hicks Family.

 
  Ronnie Horton, Sr., age 44, of Blountville,
went to be with the Lord Sunday, October 19, 2008.

Graveside services will be conducted at 1 PM today at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Bobbie Sutphin, PO Box 8361, Gray, TN, 37615.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Horton family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
  Helen Wright Houser, age 78
went to be with the Lord, Friday morning (Sept. 19, 2008) at her home after a brief illness. Helen was born on August 21, 1930 to the late Luke and Anne Wright, she was a lovely christian wife, mother, sister and grandmother who taught the senior women's class at West Colonial Hill's Baptist Church for 25 plus years. At the time of her death she was a member and loved participating in Sunday School and Bible Study at Bethel Baptist Church. Helen was a gifted artist making quilts, afghans, paintings, and jewelry for family and friends.

She was preceded in death by the love of her life, John H. Houser, in 1990.Surviving are daughters, Becki Houser Ball and husband Chuck, and Chris Houser Doran both of Kingsport; the great joys of her life whom she babysat anytime and all the time were her four grandchildren, Matthew Ball and Kelly Ball both of Kingsport, and Brandon and wife Gretchen Doran of California and Adam Doran of North Dakota; the special light of her life for the last eight years was her great grandson, Noah Bradley Hood of Kingsport; also surviving are her sister and caregiver Wanda Houser and husband Allen of Kingsport; also surviving are brothers, Tom and wife Virginia Wright of Chattanooga, J.D. and wife Leila Houser, Fred and wife Jean Hamilton, Denver and wife Charlene Houser, all of Kingsport, Lynn and wife Barbara Houser of Plant City, Florida; and also survived by many special nieces and nephews and her adopted daughter, caregiver and good friend Kathy Gilbert of Kingsport.

The family would like to thank all the wonderful doctors and nurses at Indian Path Hospital, especially Dr. Marta Wyatt and the nurses on the fourth and sixth floors. You were all angels to Mama and to us caregivers. Thank you to Amedisys Hospice Team, Annette, Eleanor, Sheila, Sandra, Doreen and Chaplain Pelham. God Bless You All.

A celebration of Helen's life and memorial service will be held for family, friends and all who wish to attend at Bethel Baptist Church on Tuesday at 7 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Bethel Baptist Church, P.O. Box 5456, Kingsport, Tennessee 37663. For more information, please call Tri-Cities Funeral Home at 423-323-5167.

 
  Retha B. Ingram, 80, of Kingsport,
went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 26, 2009 at Indian Path Medical Center after a brief illness. She was born in Lebanon, Virginia and had been a resident of the Colonial Heights Community for the last 50 years. She retired from Tennessee Eastman. She was of the Baptist faith.

Survivors include her husband, Jack Ingram of the home; daughter, Jackie Ingram of Bristol, Tennessee; and a host of friends.

Graveside services will be conducted at 10:00 am, Saturday, August 29, 2009 at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens with Rev. Truman Ferguson officiating.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Ingram family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
  Nancy Cross Jennings, 68, of Bristol,
went to be with the Lord, Sunday morning, June 14, 2009 at her residence after a courageous battle with cancer. She was a member of Rock Hill Baptist Church and worked in housekeeping at the Cambridge House.

She was born July 1, 1940 in Bristol, Tennessee and was the daughter of the late William Bill Cross and Sina Snow Cross. She is also preceded in death by her husband, James "Jim" Jennings and sisters Gladys Cross and Marie Perry and her brother Dub Cross. Survivors include her sons, Tommy and wife Clara Leonard and Charles Leonard both of Bristol, Tennessee and stepson, Joseph Jennings of Florida; one sister, Ellen Shelton of Bristol, Virginia; four brothers, Cecil Cross, Zeb and wife Sandra Cross and Glen and wife Lois Cross all of Bristol, Tennessee and Earl and wife Beatrice Cross of Piney Flats, Tennessee; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren and several neices and nephews.

The family of Nancy Cross Jennings will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm, Monday, June 15, 2009 at Tri-Cities Funeral Home with funeral services being conducted at 8:00 pm in the Tri-Cities Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Eddie Crusenberry officiating. Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 am, Tuesday, June 16, 2009 at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens. The family would like to thank the wonderful Wellmont Hospice Nurses for all of their help, and a special "thank you" to the nursing staff of Wellmont Bristol Regional Hospital, 2nd & 4th Floor.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Jennings family. For more information, please call Tri-Cities Funeral Home at 423-323-5167.

 
  Doris Evelyn Jones, age 63, of Jonesborough,
passed away Thursday afternoon, June 4, 2009 at Johnson City Medical Center.

She recently moved to Jonesborough, Tennessee in the past month; having previously resided in Cordele, Georgia. She was of the Baptist Faith.

Doris is survived by her significant other, David Bowman of Jonesborough, Tennessee; two sons, Mike Jones of Dover, Florida and Terry Andrews of Cochran, Georgia; two daughters, Marsha and husband George Myers of Telford, Tennessee and Tammy Martin (Chuck Christmas) of Vienna, Georgia; brother, Joe and wife Carol Barrett of Denver, North Carolina; two sisters, Louise and husband Alfred Rogers of Lily, Georgia and Phyllis and husband Bobby Daniels of Vienna, Georgia; eight grandchildren, Stephen Forsythe, Jeffrey Hardee, Jessica Floyd, Carmen Cooper, Christy Jones, Autumn Andrews, Thomas Stewart and Tabitha Kimbrell, seven great-grandchildren, Ainslee Forsythe, Summer Dodson, Austin Floyd, Hannah Forsythe, Thomas Jacob Stewart, Jr., Brooklyn Elaine Floyd and Katie Cooper; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Saturday, June 6, 2009 at New Victory Baptist Church; 527 Conklin Rd.; Jonesborough, Tennessee 37659. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:30 pm, Sunday, June 7, 2009 at the church with Rev. Lester Morelock officiating. Interment to follow in New Victory Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be family and friends.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Jones Family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
  Helen Wine Garst Jones, age 91
died Sunday (October 26, 2008) at Wexford House in Kingsport. Born Feb. 5, 1917 at the home of her parents, Pierce Samuel Garst and Bertha Wine Garst in Blountville, She was a lifelong resident of Sullivan County.

A graduate of Holston High School and East Tennessee Teachers College (Now East Tennessee State University), she taught in Sullivan County for 10 years. After her teaching career, she spent her time serving others through her church, Pleasant Church of the Brethren. She instilled her love of education and books through her work with the PTA, in which she as a life-time member, and the Sullivan County and Watauga Regional Library Boards. She was chairman of the Sullivan County Board when the current Blountville Branch Library was built. She was active in her community by participating in the Fairview Community Club and Fairview Home Demonstration Club, serving as a 4-H Leader and as a secretary of the Sullivan County Fair Association.

In 1941, she married Charles Elmer Jones who preceded her in death in 1977. She was also preceded in death by one granddaughter, Sarah Jones; one sister, Georgia Jones; and three brothers, Paul Garst, J.C. Garst and Sam Henry Garst.

She is survived by her four children and their spouses, Sam and Susie Jones of Kingsport, Ann Heuberger of Austin, Texas, Susan and Gladwyn Bowlin of Stockbridge, Georgia, Becky and Alan Booker of Greeneville, Tennessee. Also surviving are her six grandchildren, Frannie Jones of Richmond, VA., Ben Bowlin of Atlanta, Georgia., Michael Heuberger of Bryan, Texas, Andrew and Rachel Jones of Kingsport and Emily Booker of Cookeville, Tennessee. She is also survived by one sister, Winnie Sproles of Piney Flats; and one brother and sister-in-law, Wilbur and Christine Garst of Blountville.

The family will receive friends from 1 to 3 p.m., Tuesday at Pleasant Hill Church of the Brethren in Blountville. Funeral services will be conducted at 3 p.m., Tuesday at the church. Burial will follow in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Blountville. Memorial contributions may be made to a library of one's choice in the name of Helen Garst Jones.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Jones' Family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
  Jerry Alvin Jones, age 56, of Muddy Creek Rd. in Piney Flats,
passed away unexpectedly at his residence, Monday, May 18, 2009. Jerry was born in Bristol, Virginia and was a lifelong resident of the area. He attended Blountville Christian Church and he was a member of Pleasant Hill Church of the Brethren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George Delmar Jones and Rachel Elizabeth Smith Jones. He is survived by his sister, Janet and husband Dean Sells of Kingsport; two nephews, Justin Bradford Sells and Derrick Benjamin Sells, both of Kingsport; and several cousins.

Funeral services will be conducted at 3pm Thursday, May 21, 2009 at Pleasant Hill Church of the Brethren in Blountville with the Rev. Dan Chase and Pastor Robbie Shaffer officiating. The family will receive friends from 1pm to 3pm at the church. Burial is to follow in the church cemetery. Music will be provided by Ronnie Smith and Gary Smith. Pallbearers are Ronnie Smith, David Jones, Danny Garst, Mike Garst, Dustin Sells and Derrick Sells. Honorary pallbearers are Clyde Smith and Eford Barnette. Memorial contributions can be made to the Blountville Christian Church Building Fund; 1680 Blountville Blvd., Blountville, TN 37617.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Jones family. For more information, please contact us at 423-323-5167.

 
  Chasity L. Lange, age 30, of Blountville
passed away at 8:15 am Sunday morning, April 26, 2009. She was a life long resident of the area. She graduated from Sullivan Central High School with Honors. She was a member of the Shekinah Church Ministries.

She is preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Walter Fleenor and paternal grandparents, Robert & Margaret Benderman. She is survived by her husband, Zachary Lange of the home; daughter, Emily Abigail Shaw of the home; son, Zachary Seth Lange of the home; mother, Kathy and husband Mark Lindamood of Blountville; father, Charles and wife Bonnie Benderman of Blountville; brother, Shane Benderman of Blountville; step-brother, Matthew and wife Ashley Lindamood of Columbia, SC; maternal grandmother, Frances Fleenor of Blountville; step-grandparents, Joe and wife Bob Lindamood of Blountville; father-in-law, Richard Michael and wife Bonnie Lange of Gray; mother-in-law, Pamela Sue Lange of Blountville; one niece, Emma Lindamood of Columbia, SC; several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Special thanks to Amedisys Hospice for their compassion and care, and to a special loving angel, Sandra Laney.

The family will receive friends from 5pm to 8pm, Wednesday, April 29, 2009 at Shekinah Church, 394 Glory Rd., Blountville, TN. with funeral services being conducted at 8pm with Pastor Andre Mauerman and Pastor Jane Lambert officiating. Graveside services will be conducted at 11am Thursday, April 30, 2009 at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital; 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Lange Family. For more information, please contact us at 423-323-5167.

 
  Donna Ruth Linkous Lawson, age 58, of Kingsport
went to her Heavenly home, Saturday, February 7, 2009, at Indian Path Medical Center. Donna was a lifelong resident of Kingsport, a homemaker and a member of Varney Fundamental Christian Church in Varney, WV.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Mable Greene Linkous; sisters, Dura Fay Linkous Barrett and Sharon Kay Linkous Doran. Survivors include her husband, Don Lawson of the home; Father, William Perry Linkous of Kingsport; sons, William Preston Griffith of Kingsport and Donnie and wife Kay Lawson of Church Hill; daughters, Donna Jackson and Angela Gail Lawson of Kingsport; sister, Patty and husband Mike Winslow of Ypsilanti, MI; eleven grandchildren; one niece; one nephew; and Donna's very close friends, Debra Greene, Susan Taylor and Kathy Loggans.

The Lawson family will receive friends from 7 to 9 pm Tuesday, February 10, 2009 at Tri-Cities Funeral Home Chapel with services to follow. Brother Garland Tipton and Brother Tommy Williams will be officiating. Graveside services will be conducted at 2pm, Wednesday, February 11, 2009 at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens, 2630 Hwy 75, Blountville, TN. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Varney Fundamental Christian Church, PO Box 1, Varney, WV 25696. Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Lawson family.

 
  Alfred E. Mann, of Kingsport
passed away Friday, July 31, 2009 at his residence from complications of heart disease. He was born in Scott County, Virginia and had lived in Kingsport since 1954. Alfred retired in 1991 from Mead Corporation where he worked in a supervisory position.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Walter Scott Mann and Mary Osborne Mann; his youngest son, Alfred Shane Mann; his oldest brother, Fred Mann; and his youngest brother, Walter Scott Mann, Jr.

Survivors include his wife, Peggy J. Baker Mann, whom he was married to for 59 years; three sons, Terry L. Mann and wife Judy of Kingsport, Tony L. Mann and wife Kathy of Blountville and Ronald K. Mann of Church Hill; sister-in-law, Lucy Mann and children Jeff Mann and Teresa Sluss all of Dungannon, VA; six grandchildren, Carol L. Mann of Kingsport, Mike A. Mann of Colorado, Anthony L. Mann and Rachael McLean both of Blountville, Benjamin Mann of Alaska and Rebekah McSwain of North Carolina; eight great-grandchildren, Margaret Friedrichs and Isabella Keen both of Kingsport, Matthew McSwain, Hannah McSwain, and Jacob McSwain all of North Carolina, Holly McLean and Olivia McLean both of Blountville; special cousins, Lowell Osborne, Julie Osborne, and Freddy Osborne all of Dungannon , VA.

The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Sunday August 2, 2009 at Tri-Cities Funeral Home with funeral services conducted at 12:00 PM with the Reverend Truman Ferguson officiating. Music will be provided by Isabella Keen. Pallbearers will be Terry Mann, Ronnie Mann, Anthony Mann, Kyle Cates, and Andrew Friedrichs. Burial will follow in Tri-Cities Memory Gardens.

The family would like to send their heart felt thanks to Hospice and Apria for all their care and love. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692.

For more information, please call Tri-Cities Funeral Home at 423-323-5167. Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Mann family.

 
  Jack Edward Martin, age 73, of Kingsport
passed away Tuesday, August 18, 2009 at Indian Path Medical Center. He was born on September 26, 1935 in Tazewell County, Virginia and was the son of the late William Garland Martin and Katie Uva Nipper Martin. He resided in Kingsport for most of his life. Jack proudly served his country in the US Army.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters, Effie Martin Hicks, Audrey Hicks and Gaynelle Roller and one brother, Garland Martin.

Jack is survived by the mother of his children, Jerry Hickman of Kingsport; one daughter, Jacqueline Jones and her husband Tim of Kingsport; two sons, Jack Allen Martin of Kingsport, Mack Edward Peters and his wife Lori of Greeneville; three sisters, Katheryn Conner of Kingsport, Joann Chavira and her husband Pete of Houston, Texas, Dorothy Bragg and her husband Johnny of Jonesborough; four brothers, Larry Allen Martin and his wife Linda Kay, Timothy Martin, Bill Martin and Orville Martin all of Kingsport; five grandchildren, Tim Jones, Chad Jones, Dustin Jones, Macy Peters and Tommy Peters; several neices and nephews and a very special little buddy, Lee.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Friday at Tri-Cities Funeral Home and any time at Larry and Linda Martin's house. Funeral services will be conducted at 8:00 pm, Friday in the Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Paul E. Stanley officiating. Music will be provided by Phyllis Otey. Military commital services will be conducted 11:00 am, Saturday in Tri-Cities Memory Gardens, conducted by the American Legion Hammond Post# 3, Gate City Post# 265 and Tennessee Army National Guard.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Martin Family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
  Arlene Mason, age 81, of Kingsport
passed away March 8, 2009. She was a resident of Brookhaven Manor. Born and raised in Kansas, she moved to Tennessee 14 years ago to be closer to her daughter.

Arlene was a great mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Mason, her parents, Walter and Mildred Roediger, her sister, Bernice Rieman and her brother, Jerry Roediger.

Surviving are her daughters, Brenda and husband Steve McGathey and Linda Mason and fiance Gary Minton, all of Kingsport; sons, Chuck and wife Tammy Mason of Arizona, Walter Mason of Kansas; grandchildren, Cody and Cory McGathey of Kingsport, Kelly and husband Jeff Kalsbeek, Joe and wife Cassie Mason, all of Arizona and Charlie Hooper of Alaska. Great-grandchildren; Kyliegh Clayton, Mason and Colby, all of Arizona.

Private family graveside services will be conducted, Monday, March 9, 2009, at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens. Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Mason Family.

 
  Guy F. Massey, Sr., age 96, of Blountville
entered into eternal rest this day, December 4, 2009. He was born in Sullivan County, Tennessee and a life long resident, there of. He worked for Tennessee Eastman Company in the S Team and Power Services Division. He retired from TEC after 39 years of service. He was also an avid farmer who continued to farm long after his retirement from TEC. He enjoyed fishing whenever time allowed and whenever possible.

Mr. Massey was preceded in death by his parents, George and Elizabeth Massey; wife, Ethel Massey; seven brothers, Earnest Massey, Howard Massey, Frank Massey, Clarance Massey, Carl Massey, Merideth Massey and Lee Massey; three sisters, Nannie Coffman, Iva Smith, Thelma Welch; son-in-law, Buford Smith; grandson, Josh Massey; great-grandson, John Andrew Cooley.

He is survived by one brother, Denver "Bill" Massey; sister, Mary Kendrick; two daughters, Elva Smith and Euola Justice; one son, Guy F. Massey, Jr.; daughter-in-law, Brigitte Massey; four grandsons, Robert Massey, Ronnie Justice, Edward Smith, Randy Smith; four granddaughters, Jennifer Cooley, Janet Justice, Rose Mary Gregg, Tracy Vinson; several nieces, nephews and great-grandchildren.

The family of Guy F. Massey, Sr. will receive friends Sunday, December 6, 2009 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Tri-Cities Funeral Home. Burial, with no services, will take place the following day, Monday, December 7, 2009 at 11:00 am.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Guy Massey, Jr., Robert Massey, Ronnie Justice, David Carter, Steve Litz and Roy Baker. There will be no funeral or graveside services upon the request of the deceased Mr. Massey.

Memorial contributions can be made to Wheeler United Methodist Church at 211 Sanders St., Blountville, Tennessee 37617. Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Massey Family. For more information, please call Tri-Cities Funeral Home at 423-323-5167.

 
  Garland Scott McCready, age 83, of Kingsport
passed away Saturday, September 19, 2009 at Holston Valley Medical Center. Born in Saltville, Virginia, he had been a resident of Kingsport for the last 40 years. Garland retired from Eastman Kodak in May of 1987 after working in the Organic Chemical Dept. for 19 years. He was a veteran of the United States Army.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Charlotte McCready who passed away March 18, 2007; parents, Ben McCready and Allie Bise McCready. Survivors include his sons, Charlie McCready of the home, David McCready of Kingsport, Tennessee and Jimmy (Bo) McCready and wife Amy of the home. Also surviving is his sister, Nadine Dempsey of Saltville, Virginia; and his very special grandsons, Brandon McCready and Tyler McCready; several nieces and nephews.

The family of Garland Scott McCready will receive friends from 1:00 to 2:00 pm, Tuesday at Tri-Cities Funeral Home with funeral services being conducted at 2:00 pm in the Chapel of the funeral home with Rev. Michael Carter officiating. Entombment will follow in Tri-Cities Memory Gardens Mausoleum.

The family would like to thank everyone in the Dialysis Center at Indian Path Medical Center for all your care and concern.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the McCready family. For more information, please call Tri-Cities Funeral Home at 423-323-5167.

 
  Jesse Lynn Milhorn, age 65, of Blountville, Tennessee
passed away at his residence Monday, August 4, 2008.

Jesse was a lifelong resident of Blountville. He was a graduate of Holston High School in 1961. He retired from the Kingsport Press Composition Department after 40 years of service. Jessee served his country in Vietnam in the U.S. Army. Jesse was an avid fisherman, loved to play golf and watch the Volunteers play ball.

He is preceded in death by his father, Carl Milhorn; and a brother, Don Milhorn.
Survivors include his daughter, Jessica Milhorn and fiance, Simms Umberger of Johnson City. Also surviving are his mother, Eloise Milhorn of Blountville; sister, Betty and husband Ernie Mosley of Blountville, Tennessee; brother, Jack and wife Cheryl Milhorn of Blountville, Tennessee; sister-in-law, Dorothy Milhorn of Blountville, Tennessee; four nieces and two nephews.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 pm Thursday at Tri-Cities Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at 8 pm, Thursday in the chapel of the funeral home with the Rev. Stuart Albee and Rev. Samuel Siebo officiating.

Military graveside services will be conducted at 11 am, Friday at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens, with services conducted by the American Legion Hammond Post #3, the Gate City Post #265 and the Tennessee National Guard. Pallbearers will be Jim Morris, Paul Brady, Johnny Burton, Brian Milhorn, Church Milhorn, Terry Milhorn and Ralph Bowery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Faith Cathedral Ministries, 117 W. Fairview Ave., Johnson City, Tennessee 37604.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Jesse Lynn Milhorn Family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
  John Lee (Big John) Musser, Sr, age 61,
passed away Tuesday, July 7, 2009, at Holston Valley Medical Center with his family by his side. A native and lifelong resident of Kingsport, he played and umpired softball at Fordtwon Ruritan, and loved to fish and hunt with his sons, son-in-laws and grandsons. He enjoyed wrestling. He loved working with Tennessee Walking Horses in which he worked as a groomer. John is preceded in death by his parents, Gilford and Beulah Slagle Musser, his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Lewis (L.C.) and Ella Reynolds Kiser; brothers, Michael L. Musser and Jackie W. Musser; sister, Betty J. Wagner; nephews, Larry Allen Musser, Jr. and Roger Allen Musser; and Step-grandson, Robbie Allen Clark.

Survivors include his wife of 42 years, Jane Musser, of the home; daughters, Angela Markin of the home, Rose and husband Jimmy Wright, Sr., Buffy and husband Roger Wright Sr., all of Kingsport; sons, John Lee Musser, Jr. and wife Kathy of Kingsport, and Jason Musser and wife Tiffany of Church Hill; grandchildren, Jimmy Wright Jr. and fiance, Kathleen, Roger Dale Wright, Jr and fiance Jessica, John David Wright and fiance Mandy, Ashley Wright and fiance, Stephen, Mikey Wright and girlfriend Lindsay, Laura Musser, Lee Musser, Casey Musser, Chase Musser, Devan Roberts, D.J. Musser, Seth Ball, Trinity Musser, Brayden Musser, and Alexis Musser; a special and adored great granddaughter, Kayelynn Elisabeth Wright and a special great grandchild, Baby Wright, due in December 2009; step-granddaughters, Amy Byrd and husband, David, Clara Kerns and husband, Buddy, Kerigan Meade; step-great-granddaughters, Megan Byrd and Carla Kerns; Sister, Frances Kiser and husband Larry of Gray; brothers, Larry Musser and wife Betty of Knotts Island, North Carolina, Bill Musser and wife Barb of Kingsport and Charles Musser and wife Barb of Louden, Tennessee; sister-in-law, Susan Musser of Bluff City; good friend, John Taylor; several Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Nieces, and Nephews, and John's Special Poodle, Reva.

The family of John Lee (Big John) Musser, Sr will receive friends from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM Saturday July 11, 2009 at Tri-Cities Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted ar 2:00 PM Sunday, July 12, 2009 from the Tri-Cities Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Jamie A. Reynolds officiating. Burial will follow in Tri-Cities Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be Jimmy A. Wright, Jr., Roger Dale Wright, Jr., David Wright, Mikey Wright, Lee Musser, Stephen Collins, Ricky Kiser, Mike Barnes, Mike carter, Matt McCloud, John Hurley and Michael Musser. Honorary pallbearers will be Trinity Musser, Chase Musser, Devan Roberts, D.J. Musser, Brayden Musser, and Seth Ball.

For more information, please call Tri-Cities Funeral Home at 423-323-5167. Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Musser family.

 
  Lois J. Musser, age 72,
passed away at the Wellmont Hospice House in Bristol, Tennessee on Tuesday morning, November 18, 2008. She was the daughter of the late Dave and Welma Ryan. She was also preceded in death be her brother, Bobby Ryan of California.

Mrs. Musser lived her entire life in Bristol, Tennessee and is survived by her husband, Joe J. Musser; two sons, Joey Musser and wife Debbie of Bristol, Virginia and David D. Musser and wife Linda of Blountville, Tennessee; grandchildren, Hannah and Cody Musser; a brother, Fred Ryan and wife Martha of Bristol, Tennessee; a special nephew, Chuck Ryan; and special nieces, Beverly Cram and Karen Berlin of California.

Funeral services will be conducted at the Tri-Cities Funeral Home Chapel at 8 p.m. Friday, November 21, 2008, with Pastor Gary Garland officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Tri-Cities Funeral Home.
Special thank you to the nurses and staff of the Bristol Wellmont Hospice House.
Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Musser family. For more information, please call (423) 323-5167.

 
  Donald E. Neal, age 85, of Bristol, Tennessee
went to be with the Lord, Wednesday, October 21, 2009 at the Hospice House of Bristol. He was born in Lebanon, Indiana on December 17, 1923 and was the son of the late Lloyd and Mary Eunice Ray Neal. In 1985, he retired from truck driving where he had drove for more than 39 years, including driving for Exide. He relocated to Bristol, Tennessee in 1989.

Preceding him in death is his brother, Robert Neal. Donald was a Veteran of the United States Army. Survivors include his wife of 39 years, Jackie Neal; sons, Steven and wife Collen Neal of Lebanon, Indiana and Joshua and wife Robin Neal of Kingsport, Tennessee; daughters, Shirley and husband Keith Schlichter of Leander, Texas and Christy Estes of Bristol, Tennessee; eight grandchildren;sister, Donnagene Daughtery of Fresno, California; several nieces and nephews.

The family of Donald E. Neal will receive friends from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm, Friday, October 23, 2009 at Tri-Cities Funeral Home with funeral services being conducted at 7:00 pm at the Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Jennings Dotson officiating. Military graveside services will be conducted at 2:00 pm, Saturday, October 24, 2009 at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens with American Legion Hammond Post #3, Gate City Post #265 and the Tennessee Army National Guard.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Neal Family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
  Frederick Joseph O'Brien, age 67, of Piney Flats, Tennesee
entered into eternal rest Monday, December 20, 2009 at Indian Path Hospital. Fred was born May 7, 1942 in Daviess County, Montgomery, Indiana, son of the late Joseph Austin O'Brien and Mary Bernadett Doyle.

He worked for 32 years at Merrick Scale in Passaic, New Jersey and was currently working as a Wal-Mart associate where he had acquired many special friendships.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two sons, Donald Joseph O'Brien in1989 and Jerald Austin O'Brien in 1993; one brother, George O'Brien. Fred's survivors include his wife, Carol O'Brien of Indianapolis, Indiana; daughter, Morjorie and husband David Gyles of Jonesborough, Tennessee; two grandchildren, Abrianna an Katrina Gyles of Jonesborough, Tennessee; sister, Catherine and husband Norman Matthews of Montgomery, Indiana; brother, Robert and wife Dot Grannon of Montgomery, Indiana; and several nieces and nephews.

The family of Frederick O'Brien will receive friends Wednesday, December 23, 2009 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM with services to follow at 8:00 PM in the chapel with Father Paul Valleroy officiating. Committal services will be held Thursday, December 24, 2009 at 11:00 PM at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens Chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Liver Foundation, 75 Maiden Lane, Suite 603, New York, New York 10038.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the O'Brien family. For more information you may call 423-323-5167.

 
  Jesse T. (JT) Ogan, age 82, of Blountville, Tennesee
passed away Tuesday morning at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center. A native of Claiborne County, Tennesse, he had lived in Airport Acres of Sullivan County since 1967. He retired from Consolidated Freightways and Mason-Dixon Freight Lines as a truck driver after 30 years of service.

He was a member of Beulah Baptist Church. JT was also a member of Holston Masonic Lodge #559, Frances Haun Order of Eastern Star # 467, Knoxville Scottish Rite and was a Charter Member of Jericho Shrine Temple, he was a member of Retirees Chapter of Teamster local #549, a life member of VFW Post # 4933 and a member of the National Rifle Association. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Chittum Ogan; his parents, William Robert and Della Wright Ogan; sisters, (infant) Lois Ogan and Bonnie Lauthner; brother, Bob Ogan and grandson, Nathan Ogan.

Surviving are his four sons, Rodney Ogan, Douglas and wife Karen Ogan, Victor and wife Leta Ogan, Richard and wife Melony Ogan; one daughter, Dina and husband Mike Sullivan all of Sullivan county; seven grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; two brothers, Lewis Ogan of Tazwell, John and wife Barbara Ogan of Powell, Tennessee; one sister, Betty Neely of Powell, Tennessee; one sister-in-law, Edith Ogan of Heiskell, Tennessee, and several nieces and nephews.

The family of JT Ogan will receive friends Friday, November 27, 2009 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Tri-Cities Funeral Home with funeral services being conducted at 8:00 PM in the Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Al South officiating. A masonic service will follow with Holston Masonic Lodge #559. Military graveside services will be conducted at 2:00 PM Saturday, November 28, 2009 at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens with American Legion Hammond Post No. 3, Gate City Post No. 265, and the Tennesse Army National Guard.

The military will serve as Mr. Ogan's pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be David Killebrew, Jacob Ogan, Eugene Marshall, Gary Black, Harold Lawrence, Wayne Whitson, Bill Boyd, Kenneth Cox, Loy Faulk, Mike Owens and Everett Sells.

For more information, please call 423-323-5167. Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Ogan family.

 
  Deborah (Debbie) A. Olinger, age 47, of Blountville, Tennessee
went to be with her Heavenly Father on Wednesday (Aug. 6, 2008) at her residence after a lengthy illness. Born in Bristol, Virginia, she was a lifelong resident of Blountville. She was a member of Wheeler United Methodist Church. Debbie was a very creative person who loved to draw and loved to decorate cakes, she was a caregiver to her youngest sister, Melissa and also a caregiver to the children and elderly in her community. She was a very special caregiver to Thelma Barnes.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Lee Marshal and Rosie Harr Olinger. Survivors include two sisters, Vickie Olinger and Melissa Olinger, both of Blountville; four brothers, Gary and wife Kathy Olinger of Blountville, Wayne and wife Jennifer Olinger of Kingsport, Bobby and wife Brenda Olinger of Gray and Jim Olinger of the home; one niece, Rachel and husband Brian Stone of Winfield, West Virginia; three nephews, Robbie and wife Kathy Olinger of Blountville, Jason and wife Becky Olinger of Kingsport, Josh Olinger of Oakland, TN; three great-nieces, Gracie Olinger, Emma Olinger and Lauren Stone; one great-nephew, Wyatt Olinger; aunts and uncles, Richard and wife Kay Harr, Shirley and husband Bob Roberson, Howard and wife Ina Olinger; several cousins; and her favorite pet, Sammy.

The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m., Saturday at Tri-Cities Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at 7 p.m., Saturday in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Stuart Albee and the Rev. Al South officiating.

Graveside services will be conducted at 2 p.m., Sunday at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be Robbie Olinger, Jason Olinger, Josh Olinger, Brian Stone, Harold Corn and Jerry Emmert.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Wheeler United Methodist Church at 211 Sanders St., Blountville, TN or of one's choice.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Olinger Family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
  Larry Orfield, age 59, of Blountville, Tennessee
passed away Sunday morning, March 8, 2009, at Holston Valley Medical Center. He was born in Bristol, Tennessee and was a lifelong resident of the area. He was of the Methodist Faith. He worked for Carr Brothers Construction for many years.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Rodney and Kathryn Hyler Orfield. He is survived by his significant other, Mary Cody; his ex-wife, Gloria Metcalf of Perry, Georgia; sons, Bob and wife Valerie Orfield of Johnson City, Matthew and wife Tomoko Orfield of Japan; daughter, Pam Orfield of Macon, Georgia; brothers, Jerry Orfield of Morristown, Tennessee and Jean Orfield of Savannah, Georgia; sister, Barbara Orfield of Bristol; grandchildren, Tyler and Holly Orfield.

Graveside services will be conducted at 2:00pm, Wednesday, March 11, 2009 at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens with Rev. Stuart Albee officiating. Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Orfield Family. For more information, please call (423) 323-5167.

 
  Ralph Edward (Bud) Penley, age 50, of Bristol, Tennessee
went to be with the Lord Thursday August 20, 2009 at Johnson City Medical Center after a brief illness. He was a lifelong resident of the area and was employed at Food City in Blountville, TN in maintenance.

He was of the Baptist faith. He loved children, Nascar and fishing and loved taking rides through the country.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Pat Thomas Penley and Pauline Hite Penley. Also preceding him was a brother, Scott Dean Penley in 1997.

Survivors include his fiance, Susan Davison of Bristol; brothers, Pat Penley Jr. and wife Becky, Frank Penley and wife Nannie, Micheal Penley and wife Connie, Billy Ray Penley, and Bobby Lee Penley, all of Bristol; sisters, Dorothy Balthis and husband Tom, Sue Penley, and Donna Penley, all of Blountville; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and one special niece, Angie Faidley of Blountville.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Monday August 24, 2009 at Tri-Cities Funeral Home, with funeral services being conducted at 7:00 PM in the Funeral Home Chapel. Graveside services will be conducted at 2:00 PM Tuesday at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens in Blountville, TN. Honorary pallbearers will be Willie Mallory, Bruce Wells, Jeff Steele, Ernest Haynes, Louie Faidley, Stevie Mallory, Wes Steele, and Co-workers at Food City in Blountville.Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Penley Family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
 
  Roselyn Peters, age 68, of Bristol, Tennessee
passed away Sunday December 14, 2008 at Greystone Healthcare Center after an extended illness. Born in Tazewell, Va. She had been a resident of the area since the 60’s coming from Durham, NC. She was of the Methodist faith. She was very active in the Mountain Empire Chapter of the Red Cross, where she was the recipient of the Clara Barton award, and the recipient of the Tribute to Women Through the YWCA For Merits Through the Red Cross.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Cyrus Emil Peters in 1982. She is survived by her son, Perry and wife Tracy Peters of Kingsport; daughter, Karen and husband Mike Belcher of Bristol, TN; brother, Jack Gillespie of Great Falls, VA; sister, Helen Wilson of Florida; four grandchildren, Storm Belcher, Lucas Belcher, Emily Belcher, and Drew Wilson; several nieces and nephews; a special friend Jim Brown of Asheville, NC.

Memorial services will be conducted at 5:30 p.m. Friday at Addilynn Memorial United Methodist Church in Bristol, TN with Pastor Lloyd Jones officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions should be made to Mountain Empire Chapter of the Red Cross at 14298 Lee Hwy Bristol, VA 24202. Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Peters family. For more information please call (423) 323-5167.

 
  Sarah Ellen Presnell, age 78, of Kingsport, Tennessee,
died after a brief illness with her family by her side on Mother's Day 2008. She has now joined her Heavenly Father. She was born in Tazewell, VA. Daughter of the late Thomas and Louisa Childress-Whitt. She attended Grace Baptist Church.

Loving wife and mother whose greatest joy in life was her family and helping others. She was a blessing to everyone she touched and will be greatly missed.

Survivors include her husband, William Frazier Presnell, Sr.; two daughters, Diana Presnell of Kingsport and Mary Presnell-Steadman and husband, Steven "Corkie" of Blountville; three sons, William Presnell, Jr. and wife, Yvonne of Church Hill; Robert Presnell and wife, Linda of Livonia, MI., James Presnell and wife, Donna of Canton, MI.; twelve grandchildren, Chadd Presnell and wife, Rachel of Atlanta, GA., Graig Adkins and Sarah of Zephyrhills, FL., Rachel Head and husband, Junior of Kingsport, Michele Swanson and husband, Derek of Ferndale, MI., Shawn Presnell and Melissa Presnell of Canton, MI., Robert Presnell, Jr and Sarah Bondie of Livonia, MI., Amy Whitworth of Kingsport, Emily and Madison Presnell of Church Hill and Chris Steadman of Blountville; ten great-grandchildren, Gage and Chase Presnell, Brittany, Tanner and Hailey Whitworth, Felix Swanson, Brian and Gabe Head, Emily Hawkins and Kyla Presnell.

The family of Sarah Presnell will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM today at Tri-Cities Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 AM Wednesday in the chapel of the funeral home with Pastors Jim Moore and Larry Horne officiating. Burial will follow in Tri-Cities Memory Gardens. Pallbearers include Chadd Presnell, Graig Adkins, Junior Head, Shawn Presnell, Robert Presnell, Jr., and Chris Steadman of Blountville.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to "Darrell's Dream " Boundless playground at Warriors' Path State Park , c/o 477 Steadman Road, Blountville, TN 37617.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Sarah Ellen Presnell.

 
  Nathan Lynn Quinn, age 6 wks, of Greeneville, Tennessee,
Angel of Mommy and Daddy, went to be with Jesus on Monday, October 12, 2009 at Johnson City Medical Center.

Nathan was born August 31, 2009 and was the son of Randall Lynn Quinn and Tiffany Leann Sanders. Also surviving are maternal grandparents, Billy and Melissa Sanders of Greeneville, Tennessee; paternal grandparents, Gene and Brenda Martin of North Carolina; marternal great-grandparents, Mattie Brandon of Greeneville, Tennessee and Junior and Mae Sanders of Blountville, Tennessee; four aunts, Anita Church, Danielle Sanders and Angela Pearson all of Greeneville, Tennessee, Heather Sanders of Kingsport, Tennessee; two uncles, Justin Dykes of Kingsport, Tennessee and Anthony Martin of North Carolina; three cousins, Brianna Sanders, Isaac Church and Dean Cutshall.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 PM Thursday October 15, 2009 at Tri-Cities Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 PM in the Funeral Home Chapel wit Rev. Paul Brickey and Rev. Gary Necessary officiating. Graveside services will be conducted at 2:00 PM Friday at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Quillen family . For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
  Gladys M. Reynolds, age 90, of Jonesborough
passed away Saturday evening, March 7, 2009, at Johnson City Medical Center. She was born in Elk Park, North Carolina, but lived most of her life in Jonesborough, Tennessee and worked as a CNA at The Veteran's Hospital in Johnson City, Tennessee. For the last eight years, she has spent a majority of her days residing in Reynoldsburg, Ohio. She was of the Baptist Faith. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister.

Gladys is survived by her sons, Sid Reynolds and fiance Gloria of Reynoldsburg, Ohio, Orlin and wife Martha Reynolds of Kingsport, Tennessee and Danny and wife Lenny Reynolds of Jonesborough, Tennessee; daughter, Gladys Joan Hall and significant other, Buddy of Shawsville, Virginia; sister, Helen Hampton of Hillsboro, Ohio; nine grandchildren and several great-grandchildren.

Family will recieve friends, 6:00pm to 9:00pm, Thursday, March 12, 2009 at Tri-Cities Funeral Home in Blountville, Tennessee. Funeral services will be held at 2:00pm, Friday, March 13, 2009 in the Tri-Cities Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Paul Dixon officiating. Graveside services will follow in Tri-Cities Memory Gardens. Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Reynolds Family.

 
  John C. Riley, Jr., age 84,
died Monday, December 1, 2008. He was born in Lee Valley, Tennessee and was the son of the late John C. Riley, Sr. and Elizabeth Mae Shaw Riley. He serve in the US Army and was a veteran of World War II. He retired from Dupont where he was an electrician.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Janet Smith Riley; a son, Douglas Riley; and a brother, Billy Joe Riley.
Surviving are his loving companion, Docia Collins; a son and daughter-in-law, Barry L. and Carolyn Riley of Rising Fawn, Ga.; a daughter and son-in-law, Sherry Leaird Meetze and John Meetze of Camden, S.C.; sisters, Mary Opal Sherfey and Jewel Gragg; nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. Friday in the Tri-Cities Funeral Home Chapel. Military Graveside services will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Friday at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens with the American Legion Hammond Post No. 3, Gate City Post No. 265 and TN National Guard Reserves. Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of John C. Riley, Jr. For More information please call (423) 323-5167.

 
  Michael Riley, age 55, of Blountville, Tennessee,
passed away Tuesday at his residence. Michael was born in War, West Virginia October 22, 1954 the son of Ralph and Mary (Gravely) Riley. He moved to this area 45 years ago. He was employed by Century Link formerly know as Embarq. Michael attended Orebank Freewill Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by his father, Ralph Riley.

Michael is survived by his loving wife, Becky Sykes Riley; daughter, Kelly Riley of the home; mother, Mary Gravely Riley of Blountville, Tennessee; two brothers, Donald and wife Christine Riley of Houston, Arkansas, Thomas and wife Annette of Atlanta, Georgia; father and mother-in-law, Harry and Dot Sykes of Kingsport, Tennessee; three nephews, Daniel Riley, Noah Riley, and Nathan Riley; three nieces, Ashley Irby, Lauren Riley and Whitney McCoy; several aunts, uncles and cousins.

The family will receive friends Friday November 6, 2009 from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM at Tri-Cities Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at 8:00 PM in the Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Leb Thornburg officiating. Graveside services will be Saturday November 7, 2009 at 2:00 PM in Tri-Cities Memory Gardens where family and friends are asked to meet at the graveside by 1:45 PM.

Pallbearers will be Roger Smith, Donnie McCoy, Randall Millard, Bobby Stevens, Steve Grant and Matt Melvin. Honorary pallbearers will be Daniel Riley, Noah Riley, and Nathan Riley.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Riley family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
  Gaynes Jackie Rose, age 63, of Athens, Tennessee,
passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2009 at Athens Regional Medical Center of natural causes.

He was a native of Clintwood, Virginia and a resident of McMinn County for over 30 years. He was a retired machine operator for TVA/Kingston Steam Plant and a United States Veteran. He was preceded in death by his wife of 42 years, Martha Virginia Adkins Rose; and two brothers, J.C. Rose and Joe Rose. Survivors include a daughter; Denise and husband Richie Gregory of Decatur, Tennessee; son, Eddie Rose of Athens, Tennessee; twin brother, Mackie Rose of Clintwood, Virginia; sister, Jean and husband Houston Chester of Clintwood, Virginia; six grandchildren; Nick Galyon, Kairee and husband James Cansler, Ben Gregory, Carmen Rose, Candace Rose, Amy Rose all of Athens, Tennessee; one great-grandchild, Ivy Cansler of Athens, Tennessee and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Funeral services are being conducted at 8:00 p.m., Friday, May 22, 2009 at Restoration Church; 3115 Hwy 39, Athens, Tennessee with visitation from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Church. Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, May 23, 2009 at Rose Family Cemetery; 2094 Rock House Rd., Coeburn, Virginia. Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Rose Family. For more information, please call (423) 323-5167.

 
  Jerry Dean Ross, age 74
passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2009 at Brookhaven Manor. As a very avid woodworker, Jerry spent many hours making things with his hands.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents , Elmer and Ruby Masters Ross and one brother, Donald Ross. He was survived by his loving wife, Regina Sluss Mullins Ross of the home; daughter, Deana Lee Ross Phillippi and husband Glenn of Winter Haven, Florida; son, Jerry Dean Lynch of Rehoboth, Deleware; stepson, Richard Mullins of Bristol, Virginia; two sisters, Evelyn Ross Jones and husband Don of Marion, North Carolina and Millie Hollenbach of Colombia, South Carolina; three brothers, Eston Ross and wife Margaret of Marion, North Carolina, Jack Ross and wife Ruth of Marion, Virginia and Leonard Ross of Troutville, Virginia; and two grandchildren.

The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM Friday , September 18, 2009 at Tri-Cities Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at 4:00 PM Friday in the funeral home chapel with Mike Pelham and Eddie Smith officiating. Inurnment will take place in the Wall of Prayer at Tri-Cities New Mausoleum at a later date.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Ross Family. For more information, please 423-323-5167.

 
  Gene Edward Shell, age 69
took flight at 5:00 pm, Friday to be home with his Lord and his loving and special wife, Donna Hood Shell who preceded him. He was also preceded by his father, Lige Shell and mother, Nellie Shell.

Survivors include his brother Jimmy Shell; niece, Patty Shell Lankford and great niece, Emerald Lankford, all of Athens, Tennessee. He is also survived by Donna's mother and father, Cecil and Beatrice Hood and family, and a very special friend of Donna and Gene, Gail Ferrell.

Gene was a graduate of Trevecca Nazarene University with a degree in pastoral ministry. As an ordained minister he was pastor of Harmon Memorial Church of the Nazarene in Erwin, Tennessee for several years. He also served several years in ministry and teaching at Elizabethton Church of the Nazarene.

Pallbearers and honorary pallbearers will be Gene's friends from Elizabethton Church of the Nazarene. The body will lie in state at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens Chapel (today Sunday) starting at 2:00 pm. The Funeral will be conducted at 3:00 pm. Visitation of family and friends will continue after the service.

Memorial contributions may be made to Elizabethton Church of the Nazarene Building Fund.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Shell Family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
  Donna L. Shupe, age 49, of Blountville, Tennessee,
passed away Saturday, December 13, 2008 at Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Center after a lengthy illness. Born in Norton, Va., she had been a resident of Coeburn most of her life, having recently moved to Blountville.
She is preceded in death by her parents, James T. Shupe and Betty Ruth Sproles shupe. Survivors include her daughter, Hannah Shupe, of Coeburn, Va.; two brothers, Tommy and wife Betty Shupe, and Billy Shupe, both of Blountville; several cousins, nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the Tri-Cities Funeral Home. The funeral service will be conducted at 8 p.m. in the chapel of the funeral home with the Rev. Gary Hodges officiating. Graveside services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Tri-Cities Memory Gardens. Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Shupe family. For more information please call (423) 323-5167.
 
  Darris Eugene "Dougger" Skeen, age 49, of Kingsport,
passed away at 7:12 AM Friday, May 30, 2008 at Indian Path Medical Center after a long battle with Pick's Disease.

He was a very loving and energetic man who will be dearly missed by his loved ones. He was a lifelong resident of Kingsport, and a former employee of Thouin Enterprises and Shuler Plumbing. He had been attending Tabernacle Baptist Church prior to his illness.

Darris was preceded in death by his parents, William Lacy Skeen and Myrtle Ellen Skeen.

Surviving are his daughters, Jessica Stallard and Whitney Skeen, both of Kingsport; son Raymond Skeen, of Kingsport; three grandchildren; brothers, Leamon Skeen and wife, Regina, and Greg Skeen, both of Kingsport; sisters, Brenda Gross and husband, Bud, of Johnson City, and Joyce Osborne and husband, Mike, of Kingsport; along with numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends at the brothers house, Leamon Skeen. Graveside services will be conducted at 3 PM Monday at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens with the Rev. Cecil Sturgill officiating. Pallbearers will be Chris Sturgill, Peter Childress, Patrick Churchwell, Mark Collingsworth, Darren Pitts, John Fields, Gorden Fields, and Daniel Reed.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Darris Eugene "Dougger" Skeen. For more information please call 423-323-5167.

 
 
  Dolores Smith, age 69, of Kingsport, Tennessee,
passed away September 26, 2009 at her residence surrounded by her family. She has lived here for a year and a half coming from Marianna, Florida. Dolores was a member of PEO Chapter AX of Sanford, Florida.

She was prededed in death by her husband, James Russell Smith in 1996. Dolores is survived by two daughters, Sheri Young and Lisa Smith both of Kingsport; and one grandson, Christopher Fowler.

Her memorial service will be conducted at 2:00 PM Wednesday, September 30, 2009 at Tri-Cities Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Truman Ferguson officiating.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Smith family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
 
  James W. "Jimmy" Smith, age 65, of Kingsport, Tennessee,
passed away unexpectedly at his home Sunday morning, March 8, 2009. He was born in Scott County, Viriginia, and lived most of his life in Kingsport. He was retired from Quebecor in the distribution department. He is a veteran of the US Army. Jimmy was of the Baptist faith.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Beechard and wife Easter Rasnack Smith; brother, Claude "Sonny" Smith; and sister-in-law, Charlotte Smith. He is survived by his loving wife, Janette Smith of the home; son, Wesley Smith of Kingsport; two brothers, Teddy and wife Ann Smith and Tom and wife Debbie Smith, both of Big Moccasin Community; four sisters, Marie Smith and Bertha and husband James Cassell, both of Hilton, Viriginia, Barbara and husband Frank Smith of Gate City, Virginia, Peggy and husband Larry Hartsock of Nicholsville, Virginia.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 am, Tuesday, March 10, 2009, at Tri-Cities Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Riley Boy officiating. Military graveside services are to follow with Hammond Post# 3 at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens. Nephews are to serve as pall bearers. Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Smith Family.

 
  Margie Adkins Stanley, age 84, of Bluff City, Tennessee
went to be with the Lord, Sunday morning, September 13, 2009, surrounded by her loving family. She was born February 28, 1925 in Coeburn, Virginia to the late Amos Clay and Rachel Keith Adkins. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who unselfishly dedicated her life to her husband, children and grandchildren. She was a member of Heartland Fellowhip (Church of God of Prophecy) in Elizabethton, Tennessee. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her grandson, Christopher William Stanley.

She is survived by her loving husband of 67 years, Virgil Dayton Stanley; one daughter, Linda Stanley Powers and husband James of Knoxville, Tennessee; three sons, Danny Stanley and wife Portia of Bluff City, Tennessee, Bill Stanley and wife Madeleine of Chattanooga, Tennessee and Phillip Stanley and wife Jessica of Bluff City, Tennessee; nine grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren; sisters, Eula Culberson of Greenville, North Carolina and Crystal Meade of Coeburn, Virginia.

The family of Margie Adkins Stanley will receive friends Tuesday, September 15, 2009 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Heartland Fellowship (Church of God of Prophecy), 211 Heartland Way, Elizabethton, Tennessee 37643 with funeral services being conducted at 8:00 pm with Pastor Marvin Slagle officiating. Private commital and entombment services will be conducted Wednesday, September 16, 2009 with Pastor Marvin Slagle at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens Mausoleum. Flowers will be appreciated or memorial contributions may be made to Heartland Fellowship, PO Box 241, Hampton, Tennessee 37658. The family would like to send a special thanks to Amedisys Hospice for their care.

For more information or directions to the Church, please call Tri-Cities Funeral Home at 423-323-5167. Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Stanley family.

 
  Patricia Annette Hughey Taylor, age 68, of Waynesville, North Carolina
passed away Wednesday, May 6, 2009 at John F. Keever Solace Center in Asheville, NC.

A lifelong resident of Western North Carolina, she was a member of Antioch Baptist Church of Waynesville, North Carolina.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Liston Hugh "Bill" Hughey and Gladys Huntsinger Hughey; one brother, Richard Mark "Dickie" Hughey; and two sons, Michael Anthony Fulcher and Jonathan Allen "Pud" Page.

Survivors include son, Thomas Edward Fulcher, Jr. of Mills River, North Carolina; three daughters, Cynthia Hughey Rackley of Mills River, North Carolina, Rebecca Page and husband Randall Pickenpaugh of Waynesville, North Carolina, and Melissa Hughey Magee of Florida; three brothers, William David Hughey of Brevard, North Carolina, L.H. Hughey of Mynda, Georgia, and Larry Eugene Hughey of Weaverville, North Carolina; sister, Mary Ann Gibson of Mills River, North Carolina; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; seven nieces and nephews; several great-nieces and a nephew; and numerous cousins.

The family will receive friends all day Friday, May 8, 2009 at the home of the daughter, Mary Ann Gibson; 62 Hughey Dr. in Mills River, North Carolina.

Services will be conducted at 2pm Saturday, May 9, 2009 at Boyleston Baptist Church in Mills River with Butch Stillwell and Dale Evans officiating. Burial will follow in Boyleston Baptist Church Cemetery.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home in Blountville, Tennessee is honored to serve the Taylor Family. For more information please call Tri-Cities Funeral Home at 423-323-5167.

 
  Zoola M. Tharp, age 86, of Colombia Station, Ohio formerly of Church Hill, TN
went to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 22, 2008, after a brief illness. Born in Kentucky, she had been a resident of Church Hill for the last 40 years moving recently to Colombia Station to be near her daughter. She was a member of Apostolic House of Glory in Colombia Station, Ohio. She attended Goshen Valley Holiness Church of Jesus Christ while in Church Hill, TN.

She is preceded in death by her grandson, Steven James Robert Tharp in 1976. Survivors include her husband, Raymond R. Tharp, of Colombia Station, Ohio; son, Raymond and wife Sue Deyell Tharp of Sarasota, Florida; daughters, Doreen and husband Glenn Varner of Church Hill, Tennessee, Pauline and husband Richard Kuhns of Colombia Station, Ohio; special granddaughter, Glenda Voight who took care of her grandparents for many years; eighteen grandchildren; twenty-four great-grandchildren; eight great-great-grandchildren; sister, Eileen Block of Eighty Four, Pennsylvania; several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Thursday at Tri-Cities Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 pm Friday in the Chapel of the funeral home with the Rev. Paul Brickey officiating. Burial will follow in Tri-Cities Memory Gardens.Tri-Cities Funeral Home is proud to serve the Tharp family. For more information, you may call 423-323-5167.

 
  Harley E. Tweed, Jr., age 67, of Logan, West Virginia
Mr. Tweed of Justice Addition was born on August 12, 1942 in Bristol, Tennessee. He was the son of Mrs. Virginia Poe Tweed and the late Harley E. Tweed, Sr. of Bristol, Virginia.

He was promoted to his Heavenly home on Thursday, September 17, 2009 at his residence. Mr. Tweed was a veteran with the United States Air Force during the Vietnam conflict. He was a retired social worker and was awarded many commendations for his service as a faithful public servant. Harley enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, fishing, flea markets and yard sales. He served as a Lay Pastor at various churches and was a member of the West Logan Missionary Baptist Church in West Logan, West Virginia.

Additional survivors include his devoted wife, of 42 years, Linda Massey Tweed. He was best friends with his son, Timothy and wife Virginia Tweed of Louisville, Kentucky. He was "Pap Harley" to his grandsons, Shawn and Ethan Tweed; three sisters, Hazel Montgomery of Bristol, Tennessee, Penny Humphrey of Clemmons, North Carolina and Betty Arnold of Blountville, Tennessee. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and a friend to many.

Services were conducted at 2pm Sunday at Evans Funeral Home & Cremation Services at Chapmanville, West Virginia with Rev. Robert Morris officiating. Military services were conducted at the funeral home chapel. Friends called between noon and 2pm Sunday at Evans Funeral Home Chapel at Chapmanville.

For more information, you may call 423-323-5167.

 
  Jacquelyn Lee White, age 66, of Telford, Tennessee
died Monday, May 12, 2008 at Johnson City Medical Center. Born in Salem, Ohio, she had been in the Telford area since 1972 coming from Utica, New York. She was of the Catholic faith. She was a volunteer for the American Red Cross, Girl Scouts of America, Boy Scouts of America and was involved in the Golden Nuggett Square Dancing Club.

She was preceded in death by her father, Howard Ronald Simmons and her mother, Virginia Lannon Simmons. She was a homemaker. Survivors include her husband, John Ronald White who worked for Sperry for many years; a son, Michael White of Arizona; two daughters, Mary Katherine White of Telford, Tennessee and Rhonda Jane Morrison of Johnson City, Tennessee; a brother, Howard Ronald Simmons, Jr. of Pennsylvania; sisters, Linda Tice and Carol Majors, both of Pennsylvania; and her grandchildren, Denine Elizabeth Katherine Lee White, James Tybirius Morrison and Jason Tiresias Morrison.

The family will receive friends, Friday, May 16, 2008, from 6 pm to 9 pm at Tri-Cities Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 am, Saturday at Tri-Cities Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens.

Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice. Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the White Family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
  Edna "Rachel" Shuford Williams, age 22, of the Faiview Community,
passed away Monday, October 13, 2008.

She was the beloved daughter of David and Rita Wheeler Shuford. She was sister to Laura Whitson and her husband, Dale of Fairview, Jonathan Shuford and his wife, Jessica of Fairview and Jody Shuford and his wife, Cynthia of Cruso. She was aunt to Levi and Judah Whitson and Todd and Natalie Shuford. She was mommy to her pet chihuahua, Chloe. She was granddaughter to Howard and Birdell Wheeler of Cruso and Elden and Vada Shuford of Cruso. She was niece and cousin to many. She was deeply loved and will be deeply missed.

The Family will receive friends from 12 PM to 2 PM Saturday at Grace Freewill Baptist Church in Cruso, NC. Funeral services will follow at 2 PM at Grace Freewill Baptist Church with Rev. David Green and Rev. Dwayne Riddle officiating.

Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the Williams family. For more information, please call 423-323-5167.

 
  Brenda Lee Crowe Woodby, age 27, of Gray, Tennessee
passed away Tuesday evening, November 25, 2008 in Johnson City Medical Center after an extended illness. She was a native and lifelong resident of Kingsport and attended Tri-Cities Apostolic Church. She was preceded in death by her mother, Bobby Peters Crowe.

Survivors include her husband Stanley Woodby of the home; her father, James Shipley of Gray; two step-sons, Seth Woodby and Chase Woodby both of Elizabethton; two brothers, Billy and wife Lisa Puckett of Kingsport, and Wiley of Jupiter, Tennessee; sister, Rose Mathes of Fall Branch; several nieces and nephews; two special nieces, Betty and Penny Puckett; one special nephew, Billy Puckett.

The family will receive friends Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Tri-Cties Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Friday with Rick Bower officiating. Graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday at Tri-Cities Memory Gardens. Tri-Cities Funeral Home is honored to serve the family. For more information please call (423) 323- 5167.