OBITUARIES
Johnson City, TN. Obituaries
Local obituaries for Johnson City and Washington County, TN.
Avis Allen
Jul 11, 2024
Avis Marie Allen was born in the beautiful mountains of Southwest Virginia on August 30, 1950. It was there she began to bring love and kindness to the world around her for the rest of her life. If her life was separated into chapters of a large book, the pages would be filled with the stories of the many lives...
Donald Eugene Johnson
Jul 9, 2024
Donald Eugene Johnson, also lovingly known as “Donnie”, 75, of Johnson City, Tennessee, passed away from a brief battle with cancer on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at the Veterans Administration Hospital.
Donnie was born into the loving home of Howard Eugene Johnson and Madeline Tipton Johnson in 1949.
After finishing his education, Donnie went to work for Caterpillar for some time before...
James Leatherwood
Jul 8, 2024
James "Jim" Marion Leatherwood, 85, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on July 8, 2024, due to natural causes. Born on September 10, 1938, in Douglas County, GA, Jim proudly served in the United States Air Force, retiring as a Master Sergeant in 1977. He went on to work as a plumber by trade for many years.
He will be remembered by:...
Mary Walters
Jul 5, 2024
Mary Jane Walters of Limestone, TN passed away peacefully at home on July 5, 2024 at 5:35 pm. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, Sister, Mamaw, great aunt, and all a around a gift from heaven. Mary Jane embodied compassion and care in every aspect of her life. Mary enjoyed playing video games and working in the yard, but...
Jerry Dean Lonon, Sr.
Jul 4, 2024
Jerry Dean Lonon, Sr., Johnson City, passed away July 4, 2024 at the age of 79.
He was born November 4, 1944, in Marion, NC where many of his extended family and friends continue to call home.
After completing his education with a Master’s Degree, Jerry pursued his love of coaching locally in the Johnson City area. He also owned and operated...
Karen Roxann Richards
Jul 4, 2024
Karen Roxann Bice Richards, 71, of Limestone, Tennessee, went to be with her Lord on Thursday, July 4, 2024, after an extended battle with her health, at the Johnson City Medical Center.
Karen was born into the loving home of Grover Aurbin Bice and Bettie Jane Ward Bice on December 15, 1952 in Jacksonville, Florida.
“Rocket Ann”, as she was lovingly called,...
Beth Fleming
Jul 3, 2024
Beth Sue Fleming, loving wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully at Johnson City Medical Center on July 3, 2024. She was born on September 5, 1963, in Baltimore, MD, to her dedicated parents.
Beth was dedicated to her work at Double Tree, where she always had a smile for her customers and coworkers. Her warmth and kindness touched the lives...
Vernon Ray Humphrey
Jun 29, 2024
Vernon Ray “Snuffy” Humphrey, age 69, of Piney Flats, Tennessee, passed away suddenly on June 29, 2024, due to a motorcycle accident.
“Snuffy” was born on January 3, 1955, at home, and was a Piney Flats resident most of his life. He was a graduate of Daniel Boone High School. He was then employed by Kennametal, where he would retire.
He loved...
Richard Randolph
Jun 28, 2024
Richard Paul Randolph lived a vibrant life filled with love, dedication, and passion. Born on March 9, 1963, in Johnson City, TN, Richard's journey came to a peaceful close and he met his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on June 28, 2024. He will be dearly missed by his mother, Carolyn Camper Randolph; sister Lois (Chuck) Shivers; brother Chuck (Louella)...
Valerie Beam
Jun 26, 2024
Valerie Anne Feathers Beam, 64, of Garland, TX, died Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas following an illness. Valerie was born in Philadelphia, PA, the youngest child of the late Lynn Arthur Feathers and Eva Jean Corzine Feathers. She was a graduate of Westfield High School in Westfield, MA.
Val and her late husband, Ken, founded and...
Brandon Pankonie
Jun 24, 2024
Brandon L. Pankonie, age 31 of Johnson City, Tennessee passed away on June 24, 2024 at Johnson City Medical Center.
He loved playing the guitar, especially at Faith Freewill Baptist Church where he was a member. Brandon gave his heart and soul to every one and every thing he did.
Brandon was a papaw's boy who preceded him in death. He was...
Deborah Lee Carter
Jun 19, 2024
Deborah Lee Carter
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Edith Keplinger
Jun 18, 2024
Mrs. Edith Keplinger, 97, of Johnson City, Tennessee, passed away at her residence on Tuesday, June 18, 2024.
Edith was born on May 15, 1927 in Hampton, Tennessee. She was the daughter of the late Earnest and Maybelle Barnett Crow.
She worked at Klopman Mills for many years before she retired to become a full-time mother and homemaker.
Edith was truly a beautiful...
Suzy Harvey Williams
Jun 18, 2024
Suzanne “Suzy” Harvey Williams, 83, Johnson City, passed away Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at her home.
She was a native of Erwin, TN, and a daughter of the late Dr. Bob and “Tommy” Ratliff Harvey. She was a graduate of the University of Tennessee-Knoxville and was one of the first women to attend the University of Tennessee Medical School in Memphis...
Sue Murray
Jun 18, 2024
Sue Murray, cherished by all who knew her, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by the love of her life, her wonderful husband, Bill, who passed away 21 years ago, to the day. She was also preceded in death by her parents, Tom and Daisy Buckles, son, Tommy Laws,...
Debbie Kay Harold
Jun 16, 2024
Debbie Kay Harold, age 68 of Jonesborough, Tennessee went to her eternal home with The Lord on the early morning of Sunday, June 16, 2024.
She attended Lamar High School, and following high school, she earned her Associate's Degree from Draughon's Junior College in Business Administration. Debbie was a co-owner of Spud's Termite and Pest Control and Jim's Heating and Cooling....
Susan Ellen Brannock
Jun 14, 2024
Susan Brannock, 69, of Cape Canaveral, Florida passed away on June 14, 2024, after several years of battling cancer. Susan spent her last month surrounded by her loving family in Johnson City, Tennessee.
Susan was born on October 29, 1954, to the late Daphne and John Landry. She grew up in Potomac, Maryland riding her horse Snowflake, catching the surf during...
Terry Lee Hernandez
Jun 10, 2024
Terry Lee Hernandez, 69, of Cosby, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 10, 2024, surrounded by his family at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Johnson City, Tennessee, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Terry was born into the home of the late Andrew Hernandez and Beverly Villalon Larue, on March 30, 1955, in Sonoma, California.
A proud Army veteran, Terry served...
Howard McKinnley Hankla
Jun 7, 2024
Howard M. Hankla, age 97 of Limestone, Tennessee passed away peacefully on June 7, 2024. He was born in Marion, VA on February 22, 1927. He retired from Gordon Furniture Company after 40 years of service, after his retirement he enjoyed a second career at Winn-Dixie in Elizabethton for over 10 years. Howard was a member of Shenandoah Presbyterian Church...
Wanda "Ruth" Nave
Jun 7, 2024
Wanda “Ruth” Nave, age 87, of Johnson City, Tennessee passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on June 7, 2024. Ruth accepted Jesus Christ as her Savior and was a member of Buffalo Ridge Baptist Church for over 76 years. Ruth grew up in the Gray and Johnson City areas and graduated from Sulphur Springs School. Following...
