OBITUARIES
Johnson City, TN. Obituaries
Local obituaries for Johnson City and Washington County, TN.
Rita Fields
Mar 3, 2025
Rita Ollis Fields, age 79, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, March 3, 2025, after a lengthy battle with cancer.
Rita was born January 23, 1946 into the home of Audie and Bertha Ollis in Newland, North Carolina, where she graduated from Cranberry High School.
After her marriage to Gordon Zane Fields in 1964, the couple moved to Johnson...
Okie Lacey
Mar 3, 2025
Obituary for Alexander O. K. Lacey,
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Alexander O. K. Lacey, affectionately known as "Okie" who left us on March 3, 2025. Born in Johnson City, TN, Okie was a beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend who made an unforgettable impact on everyone he met.
After earning his associate's degree, Okie...
Dr. Steven Dean Stacy
Mar 1, 2025
Dr. Steven Dean Stacy, age 63 of Boone, the Foscoe Community, passed away Saturday, March 1, 2025.
Dean was a Godly man and showed it in the way he lived. Always generous, kind, loving, playful, and a hard worker. He wanted the best for his patients, fellow workers, family and friends.
He had a selfless love for his wife, Patty, and was...
Carolyn " Carol" Richardson
Feb 28, 2025
Carolyn "Carol" Richardson, age 87 of Johnson City, Tennessee passed away on February 28, 2025 at The Courtyards Senior Living. She was born on November 5, 1937 in Baltimore, Maryland to the late Harry and Rose Lahner.
She was a lifelong Catholic and member at St. Mary's for the past 18 years. Carol will be remembered as a good wife, mother,...
Keith Butler
Feb 28, 2025
Royce "Keith" Butler, age 70 of Jonesborough, Tennessee passed away unexpectedly on February 28, 2025. He was born to the late William "Jr." and Blonda Butler on February 27, 1955 in Johnson City, Tennessee.
Keith was a devoted husband to his beloved wife, Cathy Butler, and a proud father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He had a remarkable knack for making people laugh,...
William Scott Champney, PhD
Feb 27, 2025
WillIiam Scott Champney passed away Thursday, February 27, 2025, at the Johnson City Medical Center with his wife, Judy, by his side. Scott was born in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late William Brooks Champney and Betty Champney. He graduated from the University of Rochester with a B.S. in Biology and from the State University of New York at Buffalo with...
Richard Heath
Feb 25, 2025
Richard Heath passed away suddenly on Tuesday, February 25, 2025. Born on July 1, 1978, Richard lived a life full of passion, kindness, and dedication.
Growing up, Richard achieved the rank of Eagle Scout, a testament to his perseverance and strong character. He was also a talented athlete, representing the United States in golf at the Special Olympics in Athens, Greece,...
Grant Leffel
Feb 23, 2025
Grant Leffel, 40, of Johnson City, TN passed away on February 23, 2025. Grant was a long-time resident of Johnson City and a graduate of Science Hill High School.
A remarkably talented musician and song writer, Grant started making music from a young age and connected with others over music for decades. Along with a God-given talent for music, Grant...
Norma Cannon
Feb 19, 2025
Obituary for Norma Jean Cannon
It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of Norma Jean Cannon's passing on February 19, 2025, at the age of 95, in Johnson City, TN, Norma Jean lived a full life devoted to her faith, family and career She graduated from Science Hill and ETSU, and was very proud of her degree in...
Beulah Davenia Barker
Feb 19, 2025
Beulah D. Barker, 82, of Gray, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord from her home on Wednesday, February 19, 2025.
She was born in Mitchell County, North Carolina, to the late Jerome and Pauline Buchanan. Beulah, or Little “Big” Nana, was a loving mother, sister, grandmother, and friend to many. Her smile was her trademark, and her personality lit...
Kent Charles Borchers
Feb 19, 2025
Kent Charles Borchers, 83, of Jonesborough, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, February 19, 2025.
He was born into the home of Arnold and Eileen Gellermann Borchers in 1941.
Kent was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.
Along with his parents, Kent is preceded in death by: his loving wife of 47 years, Claudette Joy Borchers.
Those remaining to cherish his memory include: daughter, Kristine...
Carmileta B Long
Feb 18, 2025
Carmileta Bryant Long, 91, Bluff City, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, after a life richly lived in service and kindness.
She was welcomed by her parents Charles and Stella Bryant in 1933, after her two older brothers John and Charles “Bob” Bryant were born.
She later met and married Elven Long, who was her faithful husband and loved her...
Sherdon Eugene Sherfey
Feb 17, 2025
Gene Sherfey, age 77 of Piney Flats, Tennessee passed away peacefully on February 17, 2025 at Johnson City Medical Center after a brief illness with cancer. He was born on October 25, 1947 in Sullivan County, Tennessee to Opal Riley Sherfey and the late, Ralph Sherfey.
He was a member of Fordtown Baptist Church, where he attended since he was baptized...
Dr. Elizabeth Jane Melendez
Feb 12, 2025
Dr. Elizabeth Jane Melendez (AKA Jane) passed away at Signature Healthcare of Elizabethton, TN on February 12, 2025, one day after her 87th birthday, after an extended illness.
She is survived by her daughter, Helen E. Munari (Robert Munari) of Evans, GA, her son, John W. Melendez (Holly Melendez) of Johnson City, TN and nine loving grandchildren (Faith, John Gregory, Destiny,...
Nancy Karen Edwards
Feb 12, 2025
Nancy Karen Edwards, 73, Gray, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at the Life Care Center of Gray, following a lengthy illness.
Nancy was a life-long resident of Gray, Tennessee. She graduated in 1969 from Sulphur Springs High School and was employed at Eastman Chemical Co. of Kingsport, Diesel Sales and Service/Pro Diesel of Johnson City, Comcast Cable...
Barbara Lynn Miller
Feb 12, 2025
**Due to Flight Delays, the funeral service time has been delayed this evening and will tentatively be scheduled to start at 7:00 pm. The family will still receive friends at 5:00 pm**
Barbara “Babs” Lynn Miller, 69, of Johnson City, Tennessee, and formerly Lakeland, Florida, passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025.
Barbara was born on March 12, 1955, in Dennison, Ohio,...
Eli Torbett
Feb 12, 2025
Eli A. "Tab" Torbett Jr. died at the community living center at Mountain Home, February 12, 2025.
Tab was born in Piney Flats, Tennessee on August 19, 1921, where he grew up working on the family farm and sawmill. He was employed at Bays Mountain as an electrician and during the depression traveled to Baltimore and worked at Bethlehem Fairfield Shipyards....
Frances L. Whitehead
Feb 7, 2025
Frances L. Whitehead, age 77, of Johnson City, Tennessee, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her family on Friday, February 7, 2025, after a lengthy illness.
Frances was born in Unicoi County, Tennessee on April 7, 1947, into the loving home of the late William and Pauline Medley.
She was a factory worker but mainly a homemaker. Her favorite hobbies...
James Fontenot
Feb 6, 2025
James “Jim” Fontenot, 91, of Johnson City, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at his home.
Jim was born October 14, 1933, in Raywood, Texas to the late Austin and Amy Fontenot. He married the love of his life, Lessie St. Andre, on May 17, 1958, in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Jim joined the United States Air Force where he...
Edith Josephine Hale
Feb 6, 2025
Edith Josephine Hale, age 102, of Johnson City, Tennessee, passed away on February 6, 2025.
There will be no public services at this time.
Morris-Baker Funeral Home, 2001 E Oakland Ave, Johnson City, is honored to serve the Hale family. (423)282-1521
