OBITUARIES
Johnson City, TN. Obituaries
Local obituaries for Johnson City and Washington County, TN.
Blair Hunter White
Jun 7, 2026
Blair Hunter White, age 81 of Johnson City, Tennessee passed away after a brief illness on June 7, 2026. He was born to the late Paul Byron and Frances McLaughen White on May 19, 1945 in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
Blair graduated from Brainerd High School class of '63. He attended The Ringling School of Art in Sarasota, Florida and graduated from The...
George Lewis Granger
Jun 6, 2026
George Lewis Granger passed away June 6, 2026, in Johnson City, Tennessee, after a period of declining health. He was preceded in death by his precious wife of 55 years, Betty Kimble Granger; his parents, George W. and Alice King Granger; an infant son, David Lewis Granger; and his brother, John ("Jack") Granger.
Born June 21, 1928, in Flint, Michigan, George...
Ava Justine Skeans
Jun 6, 2026
Ava Justine Skeans, age 67 of Watauga, Tennessee passed away peacefully at home. She was born on April 5, 1959 in Piney Flats, Tennessee.
Ava was a devout Christian that loved to go to church and serve the Lord. She served the church in several capacities, Ava loved children and loved teaching children about the Lord. Ava taught the youth...
L. A. Hamilton
May 31, 2026
Leland Arnold "L.A." Hamilton passed away peacefully Sunday, May 31, 2026. He was a wonderful husband, great father, awesome Granddad, and a true friend. He was honored to be an overseer of the flock at Central Church of Christ for so many years. He and his wife Betty have had a wonderful life together and have been so blessed with...
Jaima Beaulyn Gemmell
May 31, 2026
Jaima Beaulyn Gemmell, 48, of Johnson City, Tennessee, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Sunday, May 31, 2026.
Jaima was born September 24th, 1977, to James and Brenda Gemmell in Marion, VA. She graduated from East Tennessee State University with a Nurse Practitioner degree. Jaima spent her career as a health care provider serving others with dedication, compassion, and...
Janet Carol Hearns Ecklund
May 30, 2026
Janet H. Ecklund, age 93, of Johnson City, passed away Saturday, May 30, 2026, at The Johnson City Medical Center. She was born to the late Charles and Jeanette Hearns on June 22, 1932, in Rochester, New York.
Janet was a longtime member of Our Saviour Lutheran Church. She received a bachelor's degree from E.T.S.U. in Fine Arts. For many years...
Ricky William Estep
May 30, 2026
Ricky "Rick" William Estep, 66, of Johnson City, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 30, 2026.
A lifelong resident of Johnson City, Rick was born on June 7, 1959, to Doris Sue Estep and the late Creed Estep. He graduated from Happy Valley High School in 1977. During his middle school years, he met the love...
Peter James Speropulos, Jr
May 29, 2026
Peter James Speropulos, Jr. went to be with Jesus on Friday, May 29th, 2026 just three days shy of his 92nd birthday.
Peter was born June 2, 1934 and was a proud Johnson City native, having lived here his whole life apart from his years at Castle Heights Military Academy which he attended for middle/high school in Lebanon, TN. While there,...
Doris Lee Scott
May 28, 2026
Doris Lee Church Scott, age 93, of Watauga, Tennessee, passed away Thursday, May 28, 2026, at Johnson City Medical Center.
Doris was born June 10, 1932, in Beech Mountain, North Carolina to the late Marion L. Church and Hildred Lewis Church. Although born in North Carolina, she spent most of her life in Watauga, Tennessee, a community she dearly loved and...
Richard J. Spady
May 24, 2026
Richard J. Spady, age 97, passed peacefully on Sunday, May 24 at his home in Johnson City, Tennessee. He is survived by his beloved wife of 74 years, Mary, his sons Richard (Nancy) of Chester New Jersey and Michael (Rhonda) of Johnson City, and three granddaughters: Emma, Rose, and Rachel.
Dick grew up in the Somerton section of Philadelphia, working a...
Gregorio Rosales II
May 24, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Gregorio “Goyito” Rosales II, age 31, of Oakland, California. He passed peacefully in his home in Johnson City, Tennessee on May 24, 2026, surrounded by his family.
Gregorio was a deeply family-oriented and caring individual. He enjoyed art, listening to music, spending time with friends, and most of all...
Jeff Bourn
May 24, 2026
Jeff Bourn (61) passed from this life into the presence of Jesus on Sunday, May 24, 2026. In addition to his cherished role as husband to Brenda, Jeff cherished his roles as son to his parents and in-laws, Dad to his children and their spouses, Grandpa B, Papaw, and JJ to his grandchildren, and Coach to many, many people in...
Johnnie Fazackerley Edwards
May 22, 2026
Obituary for John Fazackerley Edwards
With hearts heavy yet full of cherished memories, we announce the passing of John Fazackerley Edwards, who left us on May 22, 2026, at the age of 81. Born on December 20, 1944, in Derby, England, John lived a life brimming with adventure, laughter, and love and now he is warmly remembered by those who enjoyed...
Paul Clifford Trogen
May 21, 2026
Obituary for Paul Clifford Trogen
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Paul Clifford Trogen, beloved father and respected educator, who left us on May 21, 2026, at the age of 71. Born on June 29, 1954, in Minneapolis, MN, Paul was a dedicated professional and a cherished member of his community in Johnson City, TN.
Paul was...
Lannie Ray Sheets
May 18, 2026
Lannie Ray Sheets, 81, of Johnson City, Tennessee, passed away peacefully to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, May 18, 2026. A lifelong resident of Johnson City, Lannie was born on October 26, 1944, to the late Roy and Julia Taylor Sheets.
Lannie met the love of his life, Lesia Pauff, at First Free Will Baptist Church in Johnson...
Barry Jay Pollock
May 16, 2026
Barry Jay Pollock, age 78 of Johnson City, Tennessee passed away peacefully at his home on May 16, 2026. He was born to the late Jay Franklin Pollock and Winifred Powley Pollock in Mount Union, Pennsylvania.
Barry was a proud veteran, serving in Vietnam. He was an avid hunter and golfer. When he lived in Lititz, Pennsylvania he attended the United...
Mark Edwin Beasley
May 15, 2026
Mark Edwin Beasley
Mark Edwin Beasley, age 75, of Johnson City, Tennessee, passed away peacefully with family at his side, on Friday, May 15, 2026, at the VA Mountain Home Medical Center.
A native of Johnson City, Mark was born and raised in East Tennessee and remained proud of his hometown throughout his life. He also lived in Charleston, South Carolina, as...
Betty Jo Correll
May 14, 2026
Betty Jo Correll, age 76, of Gray, Tennessee passed away on May 14, 2026, at NHC Healthcare in Johnson City, Tennessee.Betty Jo was born to the late James and Dora Bennett Sliger on April 11, 1950, in Telford, Tennessee. Betty Jo worked for Harris Flooring, TPI Corporation, North Electric, and was a self-employed housekeeper prior to her retirement.In addition to...
Elizabeth "Betty" Shirley Jones
May 14, 2026
Elizabeth "Betty" Shirley Jones, age 90 of Johnson City, Tennessee passed away peacefully at Johnson City Medical Center on May 14, 2026. She was born to the late Cecil, Sr. and Daisy Denton on December 23, 1935 in Washington County, Tennessee.
Betty was a lifelong resident of Washington County, having graduated from Lamar High School. She was a hard worker, and...
Bobby Elbert Penley
May 14, 2026
Obituary for Bobby Elbert PenleyIt is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bobby Elbert Penley, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who left us on May 14, 2026, at the age of 76. Bobby was born on November 5, 1949, in Rogersville, TN, and spent most of his life in Greeneville, TN, where he made countless...
