OBITUARIES
Johnson City, TN. Obituaries
Local obituaries for Johnson City and Washington County, TN.
Phyllis Frances Morgan
May 21, 2025
Phyllis Frances Leatherbury Crow Morgan, age 74, of Johnson City, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. Phyllis was a true Southern Belle, who enjoyed life, family, and friends.
Phyllis was born on September 15, 1950, along with her twin brother, in New Orleans, Louisiana to her parents Lewis and Anita Leatherbury of Lacombe, Louisiana.
She attended Bayou Lacombe Junior...
Kendred Young
May 20, 2025
Obituary for Kendred Alan Young
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kendred Alan Young, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, who left this world on May 20, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on September 2, 1941, in Roan Mountain, TN, Kendred was a proud veteran who served his country in the Army, a true...
Gerry Kelly
May 16, 2025
Geraldine "Gerry" Elizabeth Oaks Kelly, of Johnson City, Tennessee passed away peacefully May 16, 2025. She was born to the late Gernie and Mabel Oaks in Johnson City, Tennessee. Gerry was a faithful member of Central Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Michael Ralph Kelly, and brother, W. Joe Oaks.
She is survived...
Susan Marjorie Powell
May 14, 2025
Susan Marjorie Calcatera Powell, 69, of Bluff City, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at her home on May 14, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Born on June 15, 1955, in Detroit, Michigan, Susan was the daughter of the late Richard and Linda Osterman Calcatera. She graduated from Grosse Pointe High School and later met the love of her...
Louise Clites
May 14, 2025
Louise Green Griffin Clites passed from her earthly life into the hands of God on May 14, 2025. She was a resident of the Villas at Canterfield in Cumming, GA having moved there after living in Milligan College and Johnson City, TN for over 40 years.
Mrs. Clites was pre-deceased by her parents Mr. and Mrs. Charles B. Green, her sister...
Ricky Collier
May 8, 2025
Ricky Wayne Collier, was born on October 1, 1959 in Kingsport to Earl and Phyllis Collier, he passed away on May, 8, 2025 at his home of 28 years in Flag Pond, Tennessee.
Rick spent his childhood in the Boones Creek area, and he was a 1978 graduate of Daniel Boone High School. Rick loved the outdoors and traveling. He spent...
Freda Marie Carver
May 7, 2025
Freda M. Carver, 95, passed away on May 7, 2025, at the home of her daughter in Kingsport, Tennessee.
Freda retired from United Cities Gas Company after 25 years. Freda was a member of Watauga Point United Methodist Church in Elizabethton, Tennessee.
Freda was a gifted painter, painting many beautiful pictures. She enjoyed sewing, reading, and the beach. She spent many winters...
Elsie (Bonnie) Ketron
May 5, 2025
Elsie (Bonnie) Mae Ketron, age 95, of Kingsport, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2025. She was born on January 29, 1930, in Johnson City, Tennessee.
Bonnie was a talented artist whose work reflected her vibrant spirit. She was a gifted and passionate cook, known for bringing people together around her table with meals made from the heart. She was...
Margaret Louise Paul Gardner
May 3, 2025
Margaret Paul Gardner, 76, of Johnson City, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family, on Saturday, May 3, 2025.
Born in Johnson City to the late John and Emma Paul, Margaret was a proud graduate of Science Hill High School and East Tennessee State University. She went on to break barriers as one of only two women...
Carole Lee Parker
Apr 30, 2025
When you were born, you cried, and the world rejoiced. Live your life so that when you die, the world cries, and you rejoice.
Carole Lee Burchfield Parker, 87, of Johnson City, was born on September 26, 1937, in Johnson City, TN, and passed away on Wednesday, April 30, 2025.
Carole was the International Secretary and Administrative Assistant for the United Textile...
Karen Lane
Apr 30, 2025
On April 30, 2025, the Lord called Karen (Elaine) home to Heaven with Him.
Karen Elaine was born on July 27, 1946, to Harry B. Watson and Elsie Freeman Watson, of Johnson City, Tennessee.
Karen Elaine lived a life of caring for others in their time of need, especially her parents. She accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior at a...
William Paul Lewis
Apr 27, 2025
Paul Lewis, age 92, of Johnson City, Tennessee, passed away at his home on Sunday April 27, 2025, with his loving wife of 36 years by his side.
Paul grew up in Kingsport, Tennessee and joined the U.S. Army from 1953-1955, during the Korean Conflict.
After receiving his honorable discharge from the Army, Paul opened two businesses in Johnson City; his upholstery...
Martin Pittman
Apr 26, 2025
Dr. Martin Ross Pittman
May 3, 1945 – April 26, 2025
Dr. Martin Ross Pittman, 79, of Jonesborough and Johnson City, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. A devoted husband, father, esteemed oral surgeon, Navy veteran, and generous community servant, Dr. Pittman lived a life of purpose, resilience, and compassion.
Born on May 3, 1945, in...
Vickie Jean Emery
Apr 23, 2025
Vickie Emery, 69, died peacefully at her home in Unicoi early Wednesday morning after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Carter County to the late Curtis and Billie Estep. She graduated from East Tennessee State University and was a dental hygienist for 48 years. She was a member of East Unaka Christian church.
Survivors include her husband, Dr....
Sue Seaver
Apr 22, 2025
Sue Ellen Seaver, age 64 of Johnson City, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on April 22, 2025. She was born in Cincinatti, Ohio to the late Ralph and Donna Sims.
Sue was a member of First Christian Church in Johnson City. She was the Chief Deputy of the Circuit Court Clerk's Office where she worked for 39 years. She...
Ron Harris
Apr 21, 2025
Ronald "Ron" Harris, age 80 of Johnson City, Tennessee passed away peacefully on April 21, 2025 at his home. He was born on March 11, 1945 in Shelby, North Carolina to the late Claude and Madge Harris. He was married to the love of his life, Lynn Beam on December 26, 1964 in Shelby, North Carolina.
He graduated with honors from...
David Jones
Apr 21, 2025
David Wayne Jones, a devoted servant of the Lord, beloved husband, father, and respected urologist, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on April 21,2025. He was born June 29,1946 in LaRue County, Kentucky the son of Grant and Pauline Jones. He was a man of deep faith, unwavering integrity, and boundless compassion.
David proudly served his country in the United States...
Mildred Opal Miles
Apr 20, 2025
Mildred Opal Miles, age 90, of Piney Flats, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at her home on April 20, 2025.
Born in Shell Creek, Tennessee, Mildred was the daughter of the late Virgil and Berthe Miller. She was a woman of grace, warmth, and quiet strength who found beauty in the simple joys of life. Whether watching birds and squirrels from her...
Juella Francis
Apr 19, 2025
Juella Arlene Hampton Francis, 89, Johnson City, Tennessee went to be with the Lord on April 19, 2025 at her home. She was a Watauga Co., Boone, North Carolina native, and daughter of the late Darius S. Hampton and Lena Carroll Hampton of Boone.
Juella accepted the Lord Jesus Christ, Son of the Living God on May 11, 1958 at Annie...
John Michael "Mike" Angle
Apr 17, 2025
Johnson City, Tennessee
John Michael Angle, 74, passed away peacefully to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, April 17, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on March 16, 1951, in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania to the late John Whitmore and Mariam Amelia (Fisher) Angle.
Mike was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Jeffrey...
