OBITUARIES
Johnson City, TN. Obituaries
Local obituaries for Johnson City and Washington County, TN.
James Martin
Jan 27, 2025
Obituary for James Paul Martin
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James Paul Martin , who left us peacefully on January 27, 2025, at the age of 72. Born in Washington County, Tennessee, James was a steadfast presence in the lives of those who knew him.
Growing up in the rolling hills of East Tennessee, James had...
Jean Price Thompson
Jan 27, 2025
Ms. Jean Price Thompson, age 85 of Jonesborough, Tennessee passed away on Monday, January 27, 2025 at Franklin Woods Community Hospital. She was a member of the Embreeville Church of Christ (Christian). She was retired from BrightRidge.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Lee H. Thompson, her parents, Thelma Fox Price and George Charles Price, two...
Lynne Rabun Wood
Jan 25, 2025
Lynne Wood, 84, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend to many, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 25, 2025. Born in Johnson City, she was the cherished only daughter of William Franklin and Minnie Watson Rabun. While her roots were in Johnson City, Lynne's heart found its homes in Bristol and Hilton Head Island, where she spent some of her...
Dorothy "Dotty" Lester McCombs
Jan 24, 2025
Dorothy "Dotty" Lester McCombs, age 91, of Johnson City, Tennessee, died peacefully on Friday January 24, 2025.
Dotty was born in Big Stone Gap, Virginia to George and Dorothy Burke.
After graduating from high school, she worked as a switchboard operator for C&P Telephone Company in Big Stone Gap.
Later, as a wife and mother, Dotty worked for many years for Memorial Hospital...
Linda Sue Oler
Jan 22, 2025
Linda Sue Oler, 77, of Johnson City, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at her home on January 22, 2025.
We will all miss her outgoing personality, feisty spirit, and humorous anecdotes.
Sue was an ardent believer in Jesus Christ. She loved singing and playing Gospel songs. She also loved reading the Bible.
Sue is preceded in death by: her father, Gordon Turpin; her mother,...
Sandra Greene
Jan 21, 2025
Sandra Kay Greene, age 70 of Kingsport, Tennessee, went home to be with her Lord on January 21, 2025.
Sandra graduated from Lynn View High School in 1973. After high school she became a dental assistant, and then retired from The Kingsport Press.
Sandra was preceded in death by her parents, Lois Summey Rhoton, William Rhoton, sister, Susie Hartman, and brother, Gary...
Johnny Brown
Jan 21, 2025
Obituary for Johnny Brown
We are saddened to share that Johnny Brown, a beloved brother, and friend, passed away at the age of 78 on January 21, 2025. Born in Johnson City, TN, Johnny lived a life full of hard work and good times, primarily supporting himself as at St. John's Milling and Company as a dedicated factory worker.
Johnny was a...
Martha Jo Squibb
Jan 19, 2025
Martha Jo Squibb, 91, of Johnson City, Tennessee, went home to Heaven on Sunday, January 19, 2025, from her residence.
In 1933, Martha was born into the loving home of Joe Shanks and Addie Maloney Shanks of Telford, Tennessee. As she grew up, she would learn the meaning of hard work through her grandfather’s business, the Eureka Roller Mill in Telford.
After...
Jo Doris Hughes
Jan 19, 2025
Jo Doris Hughes, 87, of Johnson City, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at the Johnson City Medical Center.
A lifelong resident of Johnson City, Jo Doris was born on May 5, 1937, to the late Otto and Mary Iva Whaley. She attended high school at Boones Creek High School. She married her high school...
David Jacobs
Jan 18, 2025
David Ralph Jacobs (1944 - 2025) It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David Ralph Jacobs, who departed this world on January 18, 2025, at the age of 80. Born in Missouri,
David lived a life full of hard work and dedication, primarily as a truck driver with Landstar. His life on the road was marked by...
Judy Gammon
Jan 17, 2025
Judy Lynn Gammon, born on December 7, 1947, in Abingdon, VA, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2025, in Kingsport, TN. Judy was a dedicated social worker whose compassion and commitment left a lasting impact on the lives of many in her community.
Judy was preceded in death by her father Julian Sweet, her mother Novella Quillen and her...
Wilburn "Lee" Thompson
Jan 16, 2025
Wilburn Lee Thompson Sr., 88 years young of Johnson City, TN passed away peacefully on January, 16, 2025 at his shared home with his daughter and son in law.
Born July 6, 1936, in Mcleansboro, IL, he lived in Lake Elsinore, CA for 28 years where he built his family legacy, but had moved to and fro from Southern and Northern...
Leon Baker, Jr.
Jan 16, 2025
Leon Baker, Jr., age 71 of Piney Flats, Tennessee passed away peacefully on January 16, 2025, at Bristol Regional Hospice House. Leon was born on October 13, 1953, in Chattanooga, Tennessee to the late Leon Baker, Sr. and Evelyn O’Kelly Baker.
From humble beginnings in his garage in 1984 Leon began building his family business, Precision Tool and Mold Inc. into...
Sue Rose
Jan 14, 2025
Sue Elizabeth Rose, 92 who left us on January 14, 2025 in Johnson City. Sue spent a lifetime dedicated to her family and her Princeton Presbyterian Church. She was a proud member of the Knoxville High School Marching Band. After moving to Johnson City she became an office administrator, serving in the Johnson City School System.
Sue was preceded in death...
Albert Lee Fatherree
Jan 8, 2025
Al Fatherree, age 87, passed away Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at the Johnson City Medical Center, in Johnson City, Tennessee. He was born in Memphis, Tennessee, and was the son of the late Albert Lee Fatherree, Sr. and Altie Gates Fatherree.
Al was blessed to have two wonderful wives: Donna Smith Fatherree, who passed away in 1992 after 31 years of...
Patricia Bennett
Jan 7, 2025
It is with both sadness and joy that we announce the passing of Patricia Faye Bennett, who left this world peacefully surrounded by family, on January 7, 2025, at the age of 78. Born on July 24, 1946, in Johnson City, TN, Patricia embraced life with a warm heart and infectious spirit that touched all who knew her.
Patricia was a...
Alfred Summers Taylor
Jan 6, 2025
Alfred Summers Taylor, age 97, went home to be with his Lord on January 6, 2025. He was a lifelong resident of Johnson City. He was married for over 74 years to his beloved wife, Martha Gene (Speed) Taylor. He is survived by three daughters: Susan Kelly Taylor (Greenville, South Carolina), Kathryn Anita Taylor (Mexico City), and Patricia Love Taylor...
Deborah Dennison
Jan 6, 2025
Deborah A. Dennison
It is with profound sadness yet a sense of celebration that we announce the passing of Deborah A. Dennison, age 71, who departed this life on January 6, 2025. Born in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on November 23, 1953, Deborah was a vibrant force of nature, truly loved by all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
Deborah dedicated her...
Anne Greene
Jan 6, 2025
Anne G. Greene, age 91, passed away at her home on Monday, January 6, 2025. She was born in Bakersville, N.C. to the late, Luther M. Green and Ruth M. Burleson. Anne was a member of Pinecrest Baptist Church.
Anne worked for Johnson City Pediatrics for many years, and she also worked as an accountant for J.I. Cornett before retiring.
In addition...
Charisse Karen Peeks
Jan 5, 2025
Charisse Karen Peeks, age 63, of Gray, Tennessee, passed away unexpectedly from a brief illness on Sunday, January 5, 2024, at the Johnson City Medical Center.
Charisse was born on May 3, 1961 to the late Darrell and Geraldine Peeks while the family was stationed in Germany. Charisse was a graduate of Daniel Boone High School, class of 1979. She worked...
