OBITUARIES
Johnson City, TN. Obituaries
Local obituaries for Johnson City and Washington County, TN.
Charles Joseph Hudson
Apr 19, 2022
Charles Hudson, 80, of Johnson City passed away in his sleep on April 19, 2022. Born and raised in Ohio, he graduated from Ohio Northern University in 1963 and spent the next four decades in pharmacy-related business. In the 1980s he was responsible for helping establish the footprint in Florida for Walgreens’ major expansion and had a significant personal impact...
Catherine Louise Gouge
Apr 14, 2022
Catherine Louise Gouge, 77, Johnson City, passed away on Thursday, April 14, 2022, at her residence. Catherine was the daughter of the late Claude and Virginia Carter. Catherine was of the Baptist faith and worked at Hills Department Store for over 20 years. In addition to her parents, Catherine was preceded in death by: her son, Aaron Gouge; one brother,...
Barbara Jean Hammer
Apr 12, 2022
Barbara Jean “Bobbie” Hammer, 77, went home to be with her Lord Jesus Christ on Tuesday April 12, 2022, at Franklin Woods Community Hospital. Barbara was born in Johnson City to the late Rev. John A. Scalf and Ruby Bowers Scalf. Mrs. Hammer retired from the American Red Cross after 20 years of service. Barbara was a Certified Medical Assistant...
Geneva Naomi Murray
Apr 10, 2022
Geneva Naomi Baskett Murray, age 93, of Jonesborough, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, April 10, 2022. Geneva was the daughter of the late Ruble and Eva Brawner Baskett. She was predeceased by her husband, J.S. Murray Jr.; sisters, Lorna Evans and Wilma Baskett; and brothers, Paul and Ruble Baskett Jr. She is survived by her brother, Mike Baskett; stepchildren, Lewis...
Diane Karen Guy
Apr 9, 2022
Diane Karen Hodges Guy, 62, Johnson City, passed away on Saturday, April 9, 2022, at Abundant Christian Living. Diane was born in Johnson City to the late Haskiel “Hack” and Margaret Adams Hodges. Diane graduated from Daniel Boone High School. She worked as a case manager at NHC for many years and worked all over Washington County. Survivors include: her...
Cora "Tinky" Lee Miller
Apr 8, 2022
Cora “Tinky” Lee Miller, age 78, of Johnson City, Tennessee, passed away at home surrounded by loved ones on Friday, April 8, 2022. A native and lifelong resident of Johnson City, Tinky was born September 16, 1943 to the late William Brownlow Higgins and Lena Grant. She and her husband, Terry, owned and operated Terry’s Apex for 15 years. She...
Betty Sue Hays
Apr 6, 2022
Betty Sue Hays, 90, of Johnson City died Wednesday, April 6, 2022 at The Waters of Johnson City. She was a native of Nashville and moved to Johnson City at an early age, the daughter of the late C. Larkin and Martha Martin Trotter. Betty Sue was a military wife and mother, living in many places but returned and settled...
Jeffrey Wayne Ruff
Apr 2, 2022
Jeffrey Wayne Ruff, 60, Johnson City, passed away on Saturday, April 2, 2022, at Johnson City Medical Center. Jeffrey was born in Johnson City to the late Wayne Henry and Barbara Jean Barrett Ruff. Jeffrey loved his children and grandchildren more than anything and showed his love to others through all the meals he cooked for them. We will miss...
Martin E. Laws
Mar 31, 2022
Martin E. Laws, 79, of Limestone, passed away on Thursday, March 31, 2022 at the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center. He was born on December 13, 1942, in Carter County, Tennessee, a son of the late Cecil Edward and Gladys Leonard Laws. Martin served his country as a member of the U. S. Navy from 1961 to 1965. He...
Richard Wiley Hoilman
Mar 31, 2022
Richard W. Hoilman, 57, Johnson City, passed away on Thursday, March 31, 2022, doing what he loved, riding his Harley. Richard was born in Johnson City to Elaine Ruth Hoilman and the late Jesse Hoilman, Sr. He worked in metal framing and sheetrock for Franklin Drywall. In addition to his father, Richard was preceded in death by one infant daughter,...
Tommy Joe Andrews
Mar 28, 2022
Tommy Joe Andrews, Sr., 90, Johnson City, passed away on Monday, March 28, 2022, at his residence, following a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s. Tommy was born in Watauga to the late John and Jennie Andrews. Tommy was a member of Boones Creek Christian Church for many years. He was an assistant chaplain in the National Guard in Afghanistan and was...
Virginia Elizabeth Dillow
Mar 27, 2022
Virginia Elizabeth “Beth” Dillow, 51, of Jonesborough, TN went to her eternal home with the Lord on the early morning of Sunday, March 27, 2022 with her mother by her side. Beth was a loving mother, daughter, wife, family member, and friend who spent her life enjoying time with her family. Despite hardships pertaining to her severe health conditions, Beth...
Sandra Gail Gragg
Mar 26, 2022
Sandra Gail (Cozad) Gragg, 67, died 26 March 2022 in her home in Johnson City Tennessee. She died peacefully surrounded by her family and friends. Sandy was born on the 23rd of November 1954 in Johnson City, Tennessee. She was the daughter of the late Robert and Jesse Cozad, both of Johnson City. Sandy graduated from David Crockett High School...
Zetta Yvonne Banner
Mar 22, 2022
Zetta Yvonne Banner, 79, Johnson City, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at Johnson City Medical Center. Yvonne was born in Erwin to the late Harvey and Pansy Deaton, the youngest of 11 children. She graduated from Unicoi County High School in 1962 and was a homemaker for most of her life. She and her...
Mary Louise Miller
Mar 16, 2022
Mary Louise Miller, 66, entered into rest on March 16, 2022; Ms. Miller grew up in East Tennessee and has lived in Augusta, GA for the past 30 years. She worked at Century 21 Larry Miller Realty office as a real estate broker and the relocation director. Ms. Miller was humorous and always kept people laughing. Ms. Miller is preceded...
Peter Graham Frizzell
Mar 16, 2022
Dr. Peter Graham Frizzell, 66, of Johnson City, Tennessee, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday March 16, 2022. Peter was born in Johnson City to the late Dr. Byron and Lucille Bridgers Frizzell. Peter graduated from University School in 1973; received a Bachelor of Science in Human Relations, Psychology Track from Milligan College in 1977; received...
Faye Dempsey
Mar 16, 2022
Faye Elizabeth King Dempsey, 86, of Johnson City, passed away on March 16, 2022 at the Johnson City Medical Center following a brief illness. She was born in Tazewell, Virginia, a daughter of the late Calvin and Nora Byington King. Mrs. Dempsey graduated from Bluff City High School in 1953. She went on to work and retire from the Johnson...
Jason Bradford Howard
Mar 15, 2022
Jason Bradford Howard, age 36, of Johnson City, Tennessee and formerly Springfield, Tennessee, passed away March 15, 2022. Jason was born on February 24, 1986 in Nashville, Tennessee. During High school Jason was involved in soccer and dual enrolled with Volunteer State Community College. Jason graduated with honors in 2004. He attended East Tennessee State University and left after his...
Dema Gay Shoun
Mar 12, 2022
Proverbs 31: 27 & 28 “She looketh to the ways of her household and eateth not the bread of idleness. Her children arise up and call her blessed.” Dema G. Shoun, 89, went home to be with the Lord on March 12, 2022, surrounded by her loving family. A native of Breaks, VA, she was a daughter of Rufus and...
Billie Jean Brazzel
Mar 10, 2022
Billie Jean Brazzel, 93, of Shreveport, Louisiana, passed away on Thursday March 10, 2022 at NHC Healthcare in Johnson City, Tennessee. Billie was born in Plain Dealing, Louisiana to Frank and Willie Mae Hendricks Festavan. Billie was of the Baptist faith. Billie was a nationally accredited beautician for many years and had won many competitions in her field. In addition...
