Juanita Dalton

Juanita Gardner Dalton, 84, of Johnson City, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 22, 2019, at the Johnson City Medical Center. She was a native of Bakersville, North Carolina, daughter of the late John and Darlie Whitson Gardner. Juanita had a contagious laugh and a beautiful smile. She enjoyed reminiscing, laughter, and cooking for her family?especially ?Chicken on the Bone'. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by: her husband, Orie Arthur Dalton Jr.; sister, Nora Suitt; brother, JC Gardner; and sons, Ricky Lynn Dalton and Kirby Wayne Dalton. Survivors include: her daughter, Bobbie Jo Fling and her husband Lee Anthony Fling; Daughter-in-law, Robin Dalton; brothers, Homer, Wade, Roger, and Kenny Gardner; sisters, Louise Myers, Joann Keller, Betty Moxley and Patsy Street; grandchildren, Caylee and Cody Fling, Weston, Randi, Casey, Chelsey and Dustin Dalton; great grandchild, Karsyn Gentile; special niece, Judy Williams, as well as many other nieces, nephews, and cousins whom she loved as her own. A committal service will be held at 2:30 PM on Friday, January 25, 2019, at Mountain Home National Cemetery, officiated by Reverend Greg David. Pallbearers will be selected from those she loved. Friends and family are asked to gather at the cemetery entrance by 2:20 to go in procession. Memories and condolences may be sent to the family via www.morrisbaker.com. Morris-Baker Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2001 Oakland Avenue, Johnson City, is serving the Dalton family. (423) 282-1521