OBITUARIES
Johnson City, TN. Obituaries
Local obituaries for Johnson City and Washington County, TN.
Louise Whitson
Apr 10, 2025
Louise Whitson, age 84, Limestone, passed away peacefully at her home on April 10, 2025. She was born in Burnsville, North Carolina to the late Ben and Grace Styles. Louise was a longtime member, Sunday school teacher, and leader of "Willing Workers" at Westside Christian Church in Jonesborough.
Louise's greatest joy came from spending time with her family and fostering a...
Jeffery Phillips
Apr 9, 2025
Obituary for Jeffery Keith Phillips
We are heartbroken to share the news that Jeffery Keith Phillips, fondly known as Jeff, passed away on April 9, 2025, at the age of 69. Born in Johnson City, TN, Jeff was a true son of the Volunteer State, living mostly in Jonesborough, TN.
Jeff was a dedicated electronic technician in the communications industry. He was...
Linda Weaver
Apr 7, 2025
Linda Weaver passed peacefully from this life on April 7, 2025, at the age of 75 after a 10-year journey with Alzheimer’s disease. Her life was marked by a deep and unwavering care for those around her. With a quiet strength, she offered comfort, guidance and love to anyone who had a need. She had the ability to gently share...
Kim Ashley Trammell
Apr 5, 2025
Kim Ashley Trammell, 65, of Johnson City, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at the Johnson City Medical Center.
Kim was born on July 17, 1959, into the loving home of James Earnest Trammell and Mary Evelyn Mitchell Trammell in Monroe, Virginia.
He proudly served his country in the United States Army as a Recruiter, Personnel Sergeant, Field Artillery Senior...
Chester Wallace Blankenship
Apr 4, 2025
Chester Wallace Blankenship passed away on Friday, April 4, 2025 in Johnson City at the age of 91. Born in Elk Valley, Tennessee, Chester was the son of the late McKinley and Virginia Gibson Blankenship. He attended East Tennessee State University and was a graduate of The University of Tennessee College of Pharmacy.
Chester was deeply committed to his work and...
Dallas Dean Gardner
Apr 3, 2025
Dallas "Dean" Gardner, 75, of Johnson City, Tennessee, will be remembered for his warmth, creativity, and unyielding spirit following his peaceful passing on April 3, 2025, at his home. Born on April 19, 1949, to the late Dallas Dean Gardner and Barbara Lois Smith, Dean cultivated a life rich in experiences and shared moments.
A proud veteran of the Air Force,...
Pamela Lois Winchester
Mar 31, 2025
Pamela Lois Winchester, 68, a beloved daughter, sister, mother, aunt, and friend, passed away suddenly on Monday, March 31, 2025.
Pamela was a retired Registered Nurse, who touched countless lives with her compassionate care throughout her career. She had a kind heart and a warm spirit, always putting others first and never meeting a stranger.
Pam had a deep and unshakeable love...
Mary Jane Cantrill
Mar 27, 2025
Mary Jane Kilkenny Cantrill, age 88 of Kingsport, passed away Thursday, March 27, 2025 at The Waters of Bristol. Mary was born in Louisville, KY to the late Bernard and Leota Fields Kilkenny. She was a faithful member of St. Dominic's Catholic Church.
As a young adult Mary worked for the Commonwealth of Kentucky in Lexington and was commissioned a Kentucky...
Billy Jack Osborne
Mar 25, 2025
Billy Jack Osborne, 76, of Johnson City, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.
Morris-Baker Funeral Home, 2001 E Oakland Avenue Johnson City, Tennessee 37601, is honored to serve the family of Mr. Billy Jack Osborne. 423-282-1521.
There are no services scheduled for Billy at this time.
Nancy Kimbrough
Mar 25, 2025
Nancy Kimbrough
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Nancy Sue Kimbrough, who left us on March 25,2025, at the age of 84. Born on March 11, 1941 in Erwin TN, Nancy spent her life as a dedicated homemaker and was a member of the First Freewill Baptist Church.
She enjoyed the simple pleasures in life and had...
Cayla Nickles
Mar 23, 2025
Cayla Nickles, age 35 of Johnson City, passed away on March 23, 2025. She was born on August 8, 1989 to Cassandra Nickles and the late Buck Nickles.
In addition to her father she is preceded in death by her grandparents, F.T. and Francis Carrier, Colin and Katie Brown, Carl and Myrtle Nickles, and Larry Brown, uncles, Roger and Orville, and...
Matthew White
Mar 22, 2025
Matthew "Mattie" White, age 32 of Johnson City, was called home on, Saturday, March 22, 2025. He was born on May 15, 1992, and lived a courageous life with several congenital disabilities.
He was physically flawed but spiritually flawless. Matthew was strong, he continued to show us the beauty of life despite the hardships. Mattie loved to paint and listen to...
Harold Lynn Baskett
Mar 22, 2025
Harold L. Baskett, 91, of Jonesborough, Tennessee, passed away at the Johnson City Medical Center on Saturday, March 22, 2025.
He was born January 18, 1934, in Washington County, Tennessee, to the late Everett and Agnes Cochran Baskett. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Mary Mosier Baskett; brother, Raymond Baskett; and sisters, Velma McIntosh and Norma Whitehead.
Harold is...
James "Jim" Robert Wise
Mar 21, 2025
James Robert Wise, of Johnson City, Tennessee, 85, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2025, at the Johnson City Medical Center.
He was born in Cleveland, Ohio to the late James and Helen (Knox) Wise.
Jim graduated from Euclid High School in Euclid, Ohio in 1957. He earned a Bachelor’s degree from Bemidji University in Bemidji, Minnesota and a Master’s degree from...
Cynthia Bates
Mar 19, 2025
Cynthia Lancaster Bates.,
ebruary 24, 1944 - March 19. 2025
Cynthia Marie Lancaster Bates, 81, of Kingsport, Tennessee, went on to her heavenly reward on March 19, 2025. Cynthia was born to Rev. Lawrence and Margaret McMillen Lancaster February 24, 1944. Cynthia was happy to welcome into their family her sisters, Gloria and Anna.
Cynthia graduated from Soddy Daisy High School in Soddy....
William Terry Welch III
Mar 18, 2025
William “Terry” Welch III, age 80, of Johnson City, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at Brookdale, Colonial Heights surrounded by family.
Terry was born to Mary Hughes Welch and William Terry Welch II in Los Angeles, CA, September 23, 1944. At the time of Terry’s birth, his dad was deployed in the Pacific on active naval duty...
Betty Duncan
Mar 18, 2025
Obituary for Betty Lois Duncan
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Betty Lois Duncan, 85, of Jonesborough, Tennessee, who departed this life on March 18, 2025 after a lengthy illness. She was born in Tennessee to her parents Holt & Gladys Bailey and was a sister to 12 siblings. Betty was a beloved mother, grandmother, and...
Anna Mae Allen
Mar 17, 2025
Anna “Mae” Allen, 96, of Johnson City, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord on Monday, March 17, 2025, at her home.
Mae was born March 10, 1929, in Johnson County, Tennessee, to the late Robert and Edna Morefield.
She was a faithful Christian woman who read her bible every day. She was a long-time, dedicated member of Clifton View Baptist Church....
Jean Loomis Walters
Mar 16, 2025
Jean Elizabeth Loomis Walters, 90, of Johnson City, TN passed away on March 15, 2025, at the Johnson City Medical Center. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Johnson City.
Jean attended The University of Tennessee where she was a sister of the Sigma Kappa Sorority. While at the university, Jean was voted “Most Beautiful Blonde”. She loved...
Lee Roberts
Mar 16, 2025
Lee Roberts (Major retired U.S. Army IRR) of Johnson City, Tennessee
"Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear it and take to heart what is written in it, because the time is near."
Revelation 1:3
Lee vacated his earth-suit for heavenly garments on March 16, 2025. A native of Erwin, TN, he...
