Jonesborough, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Jonesborough and Washington County, TN area
Pat Taylor
Dec 1, 2025
Pat Taylor, age 86, of Jonesborough, Tennessee, peacefully left this world to be in the presence of the Lord on the morning of December 1, 2025. He was born on May 24, 1939, to the late Jeff and Vernal Taylor in the mountains of Newland, North Carolina. Pat proudly served active duty in the United States Army from 1962 to...
Margaret Joann Ford
Nov 26, 2025
Mrs. Joann Ford, age 82, of Jonesborough, passed away unexpectedly on November 26, 2025. Joann was born in Jonesborough, TN, to the late Samuel Earl and Eva Walker Light. She was also preceded in death by her Husband, Ed Cleek, and her sister, Sandra Ford, brothers-in-law, Carl Ford and John Jennings, Stepdaughter, Barbara Cleek. She was a graduate of Sulphur...
Al Randy Holliday
Nov 25, 2025
Al Rand Holliday, age 78, fell asleep peacefully in his home surrounded by family, on November 25th, 2025, in Jonesborough, Tennessee. Randy was born in Unionville, Missouri in 1947. He was married to the love of his life, Linda Holliday for 42 wonderful years. Randy worked for many years and retired from Contact Industries in Prineville, Oregon. He is survived...
Andrea Preciado
Nov 25, 2025
Mrs. Andrea Sees Preciado, age 32, of Johnson City, passed away Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at the Johnson City Medical Center. Andrea was born in North Charleston, South Carolina, to Ann Lilley Stewart and the late John Sees. Andrea was incredibly giving and kind. An unforgettable, joyous, funny, and compassionate soul. She was an amazing and devoted wife, daughter, sister,...
Arlene Mitchell
Nov 25, 2025
Mrs. Arlene Bailey Mitchell, age 94, of Limestone, passed away Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at her residence with family by her side. Mrs. Mitchell was born in Washington County, Tennessee to the late Wesley and Mamie Selona Edwards Bailey. She was also preceded in death by her husband, McKinley Mitchell; her daughter, Patsy Castor; and her son-in-law, John Castor; granddaughter,...
Becky Sims
Nov 21, 2025
Becky Poteat Sims, 91 years old, peacefully passed away on November 21, 2025 at her home in Jonesborough. She was the daughter of Jessie Hilbert Poteat and F.B. Poteat of Jonesborough, Tennessee. She is preceded in death by her husband of 57 years Lewis R. Sims, and her four siblings, John Poteat, Ann Poteat Childress, Jim Poteat and F.B. (Dick)...
Eugene Russell
Nov 21, 2025
Obituary for Eugene David Russell Eugene David Russell, born January 7, 1939 passed peacefully from this life on November 21, 2025 at 86 years old. Eugene is leaving behind a legacy of quiet strength, devotion, and unwavering love. Born to the late Dorothy and Burnie Russell, Eugene grew into a man defined by his integrity, gentle spirit, and steadfast commitment...
Barry Lee Oiler
Nov 18, 2025
Mr. Barry Lee Oiler, 81, of Jonesborough, TN passed away at his residence on Tuesday, November 18, 2025. Mr. Oiler was born on August 7, 1944 in Washington DC, to the late Harry and Mary Llewellyn Oiler. Mr. Oiler was a graduate of Canton South High School, Canton, Ohio. He was a member of the Army National Guard for six...
Matthew Stout
Nov 17, 2025
Mr. Matthew Nicholas Stout, age 29, of Jonesborough, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 17, 2025. Matt was born in Johnson City to Jess Stout and Angela Hensley Hoskins. Matt was a Lieutenant with the Washington County Sheriff's Department. He loved spending time with his family, playing video games, shooting pool, and singing karaoke. Survivors including his parents, his wife...
Leonard Dockery Jr
Nov 13, 2025
Mr. Leonard Dockery Jr., age 78, Jonesborough, passed away at his home on Thursday, November 13, 2025. Mr. Dockery was born in Ft Blackmore, VA to the late Leonard and Daisy Gilliam Dockery. He was also preceded in death by brother David Dockery, stepdaughter Teri Warren and stepson Timmy Newman. He was a US Army Veteran having served in Vietnam....
Tyler James Moody
Nov 11, 2025
Mr. Tyler James Moody, age 44, of Bristol, VA, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. Tyler was born in Johnson City, TN, to Mike and Jill Luster Moody. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jack and Phyllis Luster, and Jim Moody, a special “Aunt Bebbie" Evelyn Edwards, and cousin Lainey Guilliams. Tyler was a 1999 graduate...
Kenneth W Wyatt
Nov 11, 2025
Mr. Kenneth Wayne Wyatt, age 83, Johnson City, passed away on November 11, 2025 at Lakebridge Health Care. Mr. Wyatt was born in Carter County to the late Roscoe and Zelmaire Blevins Wyatt. Her was also preceded in death by a sister, Wilma Jean Calhoun. Mr. Wyatt was a United States Army Veteran. Kenneth was a retired licensed electrician with...
Debra Ard
Nov 8, 2025
Ms. Debra "Debbie" Rose Ard, age 74, Johnson City, passed away on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at the Johnson City Medical Center. Debbie was born in Gary, Indiana, to the late Earl and Jeanetta Elea. She was also preceded in death by her brother, David Elea, sister, Marilyn Watkins, and brother-in-law, Fulton Watkins. Debbie graduated from Calumet High School in...
Lois C. Legg
Nov 1, 2025
Mrs. Lois Legg, 94, Jonesborough, passed away Saturday, November 1, 2025 at Four Oaks Health Care in Jonesborough. Mrs. Legg was born on January 9, 1931, in Elk Park, North Carolina, to the late Coy and Stella Miller Davis. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Eugene "Buck" Legg, two sisters, Wilma Oliver, and Belva Carder, one brother,...
Penny Sue Nelson
Oct 28, 2025
Ms. Penny Sue Nelson, age 66, Jonesborough, passed away on Tuesday October 28, 2025 at Princeton Transitional Care, Johnson City.
Penny was the daughter of the late Billy Gene Nelson. She was also preceded in death by her grandparents, Andrew and Gladys Nelson, her great-grandparents, Daniel and Cora Cash, and cousin Jill Nelson.
Penny worked for Sprint until her health would no...
Delores Wells
Oct 26, 2025
Delores Normanda Wells Born July 29, 1938 She Walked hand in hand with Jesus into the Kingdom Of Heaven October 26, 2025. Delores (Nanny, Penny, Peanut) was born to the late Benny Crawford and the late Eldora Gordon Crawford of Big Four West VA. Her love for Jesus and others has touched the hearts of many. She loved like Jesus...
Hong Ying Lisa Ciacci
Oct 8, 2025
Hong Ying Lisa Ciacci was a force of nature; fierce, and full of love. She lived with a generous heart, an adventurous soul, and a knack for turning every day into a story worth telling. Her greatest pride and deepest love was her family. Lisa is survived by her beloved husband of 43 years, Joseph, and her two children, Andrew...
Ronnie Cecil Lane
Sep 27, 2025
Ronnie Cecil Lane, 73, of Kingsport, passed away on Friday evening, September, 27, 2025, at his home after a lengthy illness. He was born to the late Allen and Hazel (Smith) Lane in Kingsport, on January 5, 1952. Ronnie loved farming and coon hunting. In addition to his parents, Ronnie was preceded in death by his grandson, Hunter Lane; sisters,...
Latonia Hughes
Sep 25, 2025
Latonia "Toni" Sharon Gentry Hughes, 68, of Jonesborough, passed away on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at Franklin Woods Community Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. She was born to the late Charles and Betty Pierce Gentry. In addition to her parents, Latonia was preceded in death by her sister, Frenda Gentry, and brother, Carson Gentry. She was a loving caring...
Melva Geneva Wyatt
Sep 23, 2025
Melva Wyatt, 93, of the Gray community, passed away on Tuesday morning, September 23, 2025 at her home after a period of declining health. She was born to the late John and Clara (Buckingham) Jackson. Melva was a member of Greenvale Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, Melva was preceded in death by her siblings, John, Hurley, Jim, Bobby,...
