Johnson City, TN. Obituaries

Shalhla Maine

Dec 1, 2024

Shalhla Maine, 62, Carter County, Tennessee went to be with the Lord peacefully at home on December 1, 2024.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Timothy Maine; daughter, Tekisha Maine; son, Timothy Jeremiah Daniel Maine; and grandparents, William and Beryl Taylor.

 Left to cherish her memory are: her mother, Elizabeth Langeroudi; daughter, Crystal Smith (William “Jay”); grandchildren, Noah Feathers and...

George Nile Bowman, Jr.

Nov 29, 2024

Matthew 25:23 - “Well done, good and faithful servant...” 

George Nile Bowman Jr., 94, of Johnson City, TN, devoted husband, loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed from this earth into the arms of his lord, Jesus Christ, early Friday morning, November 29, 2024, on the day of his 67th wedding anniversary at the place he loved the most, his farm in...

James Vernon "Jimbo" Broce

Nov 26, 2024

James Vernon “Jimbo” Broce, 69, of Bristol, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday November 26, 2024, from Abundant Christian Living Community in Johnson City.

James was born into the loving home of Jimmy R. Broce and Katie Louise Wheeler Broce in Bristol, Tennessee in 1955.

He was a proud Sullivan East Patriot Alumni. After graduation, he attended Northeast State...

Rodger Powell

Nov 26, 2024

Rodger O'Neil Powell, 

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Rodger O'Neil Powell, a beloved husband, father, and minister, who departed this world peacefully on November 26, 2024, in Johnson City, Tennessee, at the age of 81. Born on January 19, 1943, in Columbus, Ohio, Rodger dedicated his life to the service of others and the faithful...

Myoka Bolton Widener

Nov 24, 2024

Myoka Bolton Widener, passed away unexpectedly on November 24, 2024, at the age of 71. She was born on November 21, 1953, in Carter County, Tennessee.

She was a proud '71 graduate of Science Hill High School, where she was a talented Majorette and saxophone player. After High School she pursued a degree from East Tennessee State University, in Dental Hygiene,...

Richard Boyd

Nov 21, 2024

Richard Porter Boyd passed on 11/21/2024 at 80 years. He was born in Wakefield, Mass 11/16/1944 to Bertha A. Thayer and her husband Gordon Boyd.

He loved playing sports and was part of a winning high school Massachusetts football team honored at the White House by President John F. Kennedy. He served in the Air Force security service in Vietnam where...

Phyllis Paulantonio

Nov 21, 2024

Phyllis Ann Paulantonio, 91, of Johnson City, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2024, at her home. Originally from Long Island, New York, Phyllis pursued a career in nursing after graduating in 1953 from Buffalo General Hospital. Throughout her impressive career in the medical industry, she worked at various hospitals on Long Island, including Hempstead General Hospital and Deepdale...

Patsy Shepherd

Nov 19, 2024

Patsy Loraine Shepherd, age 85, went to meet her husband and her lord on November 19, 2024, after a long battle with Parkinsons.

She was born to Conrad and Juanita Fagan on June 20, 1939, and grew up on a farm in Telford TN. She graduated from Jonesborough High School and then married the love of her life Jackie...

Elizabeth Ann Stanley Johnson

Nov 19, 2024

Elizabeth "Liz" Ann Stanley Johnson, age 70, of Johnson City, Tennessee, and Clintwood, Virginia, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, November 19, 2024.

Liz was born on September 17, 1954, in Clintwood, Virginia, to Ray and Pauline Stanley. She graduated from Ervinton High School and attended Mountain Empire Community College where she received her associate's degree in respiratory therapy....

Virginia Caudle

Nov 19, 2024

Virginia A. Fox Caudle, affectionately known as Gen Gen, passed away at the age of 98. Born at home in Limestone, Tennessee, on June 7, 1926, Virginia was the heart and soul of her family. She cherished time spent with her beloved daughters, Gaile Caudle, Cindi Watts (and husband Jay Watts), and Lisa Blevins (and husband David Blevins), and found...

Betty Shell Livingston Grindstaff

Nov 16, 2024

Betty Shell Livingston Grindstaff, daughter of J. Fletcher Shell and Verna Curd Shell was born on June 24, 1930, and passed away peacefully on November 16, 2024 at her home. She was a member of Southside Baptist Church for over 60 years, where she sang in the church choir and the trio. Betty also volunteered at MSHA (Ballad) for over...

Donna Sue Wise

Nov 13, 2024

Donna Sue (Illman) Wise, of Johnson City, Tennessee, 82, passed away peacefully on November 13, 2024, at the Johnson City Medical Center. 

 She was born in Quincy, Illinois to the late Arthur and Gladys (Bolton) Illman.

 Sue earned a Bachelor’s degree from Lincoln Christian College in Lincoln, Illinois and a Master’s degree from Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana. 

 Sue lived a life of...

Martha Taylor

Nov 9, 2024

Martha Eugenia Speed Taylor, 95, went to be with her Lord and Savior on November 9, 2024.

Martha Gene was a lifelong resident of Johnson City. She was married for 74 years to

her loving husband, Alfred Summers Taylor. Together they had three daughters: Susan

Kelly Taylor (Greenville, South Carolina), Kathryn Anita Taylor (Mexico City), and

Patricia Love Taylor (Grand Junction, Colorado with her...

William Russell (Bill) (Rusty) Degroat, Jr.

Nov 7, 2024

William Russell Degroat, Jr. passed away Thursday, November 7, 2024, at his residence.

Bill was born in 1939 in Johnson City, Tennessee. He was preceded in death by his mother, Virginia Matthews; his father, William Russell Degroat, Sr; one grandson, Cody Michael Degroat; special friends, Ben Erwin, Rick Metcalf, and Gary Cox.

Bill is survived by his wife, Joyce (Joy) Estes Degroat,...

Phillip Mical Dalton Sr.

Nov 7, 2024

Mr. Phillip Mical Dalton Sr., 73, Johnson City, Tennessee, passed away peacefully Thursday, November 7, 2024, at the James A. Quillen V.A. Medical Center Hospital, after an extended illness.

He is preceded in death by his parents Oscar and Gladys Dalton; in - laws Charlie and Mary Carver; Sister Peggy Burch and husband Mike; brother in laws Robert "Buck" Carver and...

Lydia Janette Hamel

Nov 5, 2024

Lydia Janette “Jann” Hamel left this world for a far better place on Tuesday, November 6, 2024. Jann was preceded in death by her parents, Joe and June Jones; her older brother, Gail Jones; and her devoted rascal of a dog, Chica. Jann is survived by her two daughters, Sydney and Mallory; three granddaughters, Clara, Hannah and Sadie; a sister,...

Michael Barwick

Nov 5, 2024

Mike Barwick, 78, of Carter County, passed away earlier this week at his home following a long illness. Mike was born in Pueblo, Colorado on September 23, 1946 and was the son of the late John Freeman Barwick and Elizabeth Clark Barwick, both of Washington County.

 Mike moved to East Tennessee when he was 9 and attended the local public schools...

Mildred Graham Pierce

Nov 3, 2024

Mildred Graham Pierce, age 85, of Louisville, KY, was born on June 27, 1939, in Campbellsville, KY. This spirited soul lived a life that touched many hearts. A devoted mother, doting grandmother, homemaker, and friend, Mildred peacefully passed away on November 3, 2024, at her residence in Johnson City, TN, surrounded by loved ones.

Mildred loved fashion and was always well...

Jeffery Dennis Rakes

Nov 1, 2024

Jeffery D. "Jeff" Rakes, 68, of Piney Flats, TN, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 1, 2024, at Bristol Regional Medical Center following a heart attack earlier in the day. Jeff was born in Greenville, SC, and later settled in Piney Flats, TN. He spent many years living in the sunshine state of Florida, including Orlando and Deltona. Jeff, a...

Rebecca Jones Moore

Oct 31, 2024

Rebecca “Becky” Jones Moore, age 70, of Johnson City, Tennessee, passed away at home with her family by her side on Thursday, October 31, 2024.

Becky was born on November 18, 1953, in Kingsport, Tennessee, to the late Robert Edward Jones and Mellie Shelton Jones. She graduated from Dobyns-Bennett High School in 1971. She attended Nave Paramedical School and earned her...