OBITUARIES
Johnson City, TN. Obituaries
Local obituaries for Johnson City and Washington County, TN.
Garnet "Poncho" Edward Cretsinger
Nov 5, 2026
Garnet “Poncho” Edward Cretsinger, 74, of Johnson City, Tennessee, went to be with Jesus on Thursday, November 5, 2026, following a brief illness. He passed away at Johnson City Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on October 19, 1952, to the late Raymond Cretsinger and Roseland Ward, Poncho was a lifelong resident of Johnson City. He spent his entire...
Peggy Jean Street
Nov 11, 2026
Peggy J. Street, 82, of Johnson City, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of faith, kindness, and a love for others that touched countless lives.
A woman whose warmth and welcoming spirit made everyone feel like a friend, Peggy truly never met a stranger. Her life was a beautiful reflection of her compassion for others...
Alvin Ray
Nov 10, 2026
Alvin Ray, age 89, of Johnson City, Tennessee, was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on November 10, 2026, following a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease. Although his passing leaves a tremendous void in the hearts of those who loved him, his family finds comfort in knowing that he has exchanged his frail and weary...
Lynn McCracken
Nov 10, 2026
Linda "Lynn" McCracken, age 89, passed away peacefully at her home in Gray, TN., on November 10, 2026, following a period of declining health.
Lynn was a native of Kingsport TN. The daughter of Mary and Earl McCracken who preceded her in death.
Survivors include daughter Elizabeth "Libby" and son-in-law Ronnie Whittington; grandsons Christopher and wife April Whittington, and Brent Whittington; great-granddaughters...
Joseph William Smith IV
Nov 6, 2026
Joseph William Smith IV, age 79, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 6, 2026, at Bristol Regional Medical Center following a lengthy illness. A native of Johnson City, Tennessee, Joseph lived a life marked by service, dedication, and love for his family.
Joseph earned his bachelor's degree from East Tennessee State University before enlisting in the United States Marine Corps. He...
Mary Lee Fields
Nov 5, 2026
Mary Lee FieldsIt is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary Lee Fields, who left us on November 5, 2026, at the age of 90. Born on October 4, 1936, in Blountville, TN, Mary led a life full of love, laughter, and devotion to her family. She lived most of her life in Johnson City, TN, Mary was...
George Howard Dykes Jr.
Nov 2, 2026
George Howard Dykes, Jr., age 86, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, November 2, 2026.
George was the owner of Dixie Glass, Inc., which he successfully operated until its closing in 2011. He was a devoted member of the Bereans Class at Crossroads Christian Church in Gray, Tennessee, where he found great joy in worship, fellowship, and...
Edward Ray Dugger
Nov 2, 2026
Edward Ray Dugger
January 24, 1948 - November 2, 2026
Edward Ray Dugger, 78, of Middleburg, Florida, originally from Johnson City, Tennessee, passed away on November 2, 2026.
Affectionately known as Eddie Ray or Papa, Ed was a larger-than-life presence whose humor, strong opinions, fierce loyalty, and enormous heart left a lasting impression on those fortunate enough to know him.
A proud Lieutenant Colonel...
James Patton Pelham
Nov 2, 2026
James Patton Pelham, Sr. Obituary
James Patton Pelham Sr. passed away peacefully Monday, November 2, 2026 in Johnson City, TN with the love of his family, Jesus Christ and his angels surrounding him.
Jim or Jim Pat, if you're from Pascagoula, was born in Pascagoula, MS on September 14, 1937, to Armand "Bud" Mann Pelham and Janelle Heidelberg Pelham; sibling Barbara "Susie"...
Natalie Kay Canipe
Oct 31, 2026
Natalie Kay Canipe, 57, of Piney Flats, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, October 31, 2026, following a courageous battle with cancer.
Natalie was born on March 16, 1969, in Johnson City, Tennessee, to the late Charles Canipe and Carin Grant.
Natalie enjoyed spending time outdoors tending to her vegetable garden and traveling. She will be lovingly remembered by her family and those...
Tracy Ellen Tanner-Harris
Oct 28, 2026
Tracy Ellen Tanner-Harris, 57, of Elizabethton, Tennessee, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, following a brief illness. Though her passing leaves a tremendous void in the hearts of those who loved her, the kindness, warmth, and love she shared throughout her life will forever remain in the hearts of her family, friends, and all who...
Kenneth Cecil Tittle
Oct 28, 2026
Obituary for Kenneth Cecil TittleIt is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Kenneth Cecil Tittle, 79, who left us on October 28, 2026. Born in Erwin, TN on May 4, 1947, Kenneth grew up with a love for life and an unwavering passion for helping others, especially children.Kenneth was a familiar face in Johnson City, where he...
Thomas Marvin Weiss Sr.
Oct 20, 2026
Obituary for Thomas Marvin Weiss Sr.
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Thomas Marvin Weiss Sr., who left us on October 20, 2026, at the age of 84. Born on September 13, 1942, in Greenville, West Virginia, Thomas made his home in Bristol, Virginia, where he touched lives and left lasting impressions on everyone he...
Gary Lee Shockley
Oct 15, 2026
Remembering Gary Lee Shockley
A life defined by love and a faithful testimony to the Lord.
With heavy hearts yet profound joy, we announce that Gary Shockley of Johnson City, Tennessee has gone home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He entered Heaven on Thursday, October 15, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. He lived a...
Roy David Bowman
Oct 14, 2026
Roy David Bowman, age 74, of Jonesborough, TN, passed away October 14, 2026, at the Johnson City Medical Center in Johnson City, TN, after a brief illness.
Mr. Bowman was a native of Washington County, TN, and the son of the late Dewey and Mary Elizabeth Glover Bowman. He retired from the United States Army as a Master Sergeant (E-8)...
William Edward McCollum
Oct 14, 2026
William E. "Bill" McCollum, age 98, of Johnson City, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
Bill was the son of the late Mercer J McCollum and Anna Margaret Anderson McCollum.
Born in Pittsburg, California, Bill spent most of his early years in Limestone, Tennessee, where he attended Limestone Elementary School. He then attended two years of school at Washington College...
Charles "Ray" Clayton
Oct 14, 2026
Charles "Ray" Clayton, age 86, of Jonesborough, Tennessee went to be with the Lord peacefully on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, and is now reunited with his beloved wife Carolyn and son Ray Ray. He was born on December 11, 1939, in Pontiac, MI, Ray lived a life filled with service, kindness, and love.
Ray proudly served in the United States Army...
Richard D. Bennett
Oct 11, 2026
SSG Richard D. Bennett (Ret.)
United States Army
Staff Sergeant Richard D. Bennett (Ret.), age 79, passed away on October 11, 2026. A longtime resident of Johnson City, Tennessee, Richard will be remembered with profound love, admiration, and gratitude for a life distinguished by courage, dedication, and unwavering service to his country.
Richard proudly served in the United States Army, dedicating much of...
Lindy Ray Anderson
Oct 10, 2026
Lindy Ray Anderson, age 72 of Johnson City, Tennessee, passed away at home on October 10, 2026. He was born on December 7, 1953 to the late William L. and Elizabeth Anderson in Monahans, Texas.
Lindy was a man of many creative talents, finding enjoyment in detailed handiwork like wood carving, drawing, painting, scrimshaw, and especially knife making. Beyond his...
Linda Gale Greer
Oct 9, 2026
Linda Gale McNeal Greer, 77, of Johnson City, Tennessee, passed away peacefully Friday, October 9, 2026, at NHC Healthcare in Johnson City.
Linda was born in Knoxville, Tennessee, to Jack and Mary McNeal. She lived in Maryville, where she graduated from Maryville High School, and went on to earn a degree in social work from East Tennessee State University before making...
