Jonesborough, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Jonesborough and Washington County, TN area
Angelo Racanelli
Jul 15, 2025
Angelo Racanelli, age 44, passed away on July 15, 2025, in Johnson City, Tennessee. Born on September 7, 1980, in Chicago, Illinois, Angelo made his home in Johnson City where he graduated from Science Hill High School and built a life surrounded by family and the natural beauty he cherished. Angelo was known for his good heart and the deep...
Julianne Mason
Jul 11, 2025
Julianne Lola "Judy" Mason, 82, of Jonesborough, passed away peacefully into the Lord's care on Friday evening, July 11, 2025. She was born on June 9, 1943, in Gastonia, NC, to the late Henry and Bessie Booth. Judy lived a life full of warmth, kindness, and devotion to those she held dear. She would always give to people and organizations...
Wayne Coppage
Jul 8, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of a truly remarkable man a devoted husband, father, and friend, Wayne Coppage, 66, of Telford, who left this world far better than he found it. His life was one defined by love, compassion, and quiet strength. Though his name may not be known by all, the lives he touched will forever carry...
Lisa Hampton
Jun 30, 2025
Mrs. Lisa Hampton, age 62, Jonesborough, passed away at her residence on Monday June 30, 2025. Lisa was born in Elizabethton TN, to the late Dallas and Alice Turner Odom. She was also preceded in death by a two sons Donald Paul Hampton Jr, and Daniel Odom, and one brother Dean Odom. Lisa was a homemaker and enjoyed all kinds...
Elizabeth Taylor Payne
Jun 29, 2025
Mrs. Elizabeth Taylor Payne, age 84, Telford, passed away Sunday, June 29, 2025, at Four Oaks Nursing Home, Jonesborough. Mrs. Payne was born in Washington, DC, to the late Ralph Murray and Ella Louis Stewart Taylor. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Russell Payne Sr., and grandson Michael Payne. Elizabeth enjoyed her plants and flowers, gardening, NASCAR,...
Letha Ann Lane Odle
Jun 28, 2025
Letha Ann Lane Odle, age 63, of Gray, TN went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, June 28, 2025. Letha was born on December 15, 1961, in Johnson City, TN to Allen and Hazel Smith Lane. Letha loved being a Nana and spending time with her granddaughters. Her quiver was full, and she enjoyed every moment with...
Carolyn Huffine
Jun 26, 2025
Carolyn Ann Huffine, 82, of Jonesborough, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family. Carolyn was best known lovingly and affectionately by friends and family as “Goose.” She was born to the late Bert and Madge (McCurry) Tester in Washington County. Carolyn attended ETSU, an active member of the...
Marty Osborne
Jun 25, 2025
Mr. Marty Osborne, age 67, Telford, passed away Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at his residence. Marty was born to the late Carl and Jane Patton Osborne in Johnson City, TN. Known for his deep, steady voice and easy delivery, Osborne became a familiar presence to thousands of local listeners. Mr. Osborne knew from a young age that radio was what...
Richard Anderson
Jun 22, 2025
Mr. Richard Paul Anderson, age 63, passed away Sunday June 22, 2025 at the Johnson City Medical Center. Richard was a native of Elizabethton, TN, and the son of Paul Anderson and the Late Joyce Smith Anderson. Richard retired from the Postal Service. He enjoyed reading, watching the news, baking, shopping, and collecting guns. Richard was a member of Middle...
Emory Wade Feathers
Jun 17, 2025
Emory Wade Feathers, 62 of Chuckey, TN, died Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at his home after a battle with melanoma stage 4 cancer. He was a native of Washington County, TN, and the son of the late Samuel "S.E." and Marie Runion Feathers. Wade graduated from David Crockett High School in 1982. He was a Christian and a member of...
Shirley Jean Couch
Jun 16, 2025
Mrs. Shirley "Mama Jean" Couch, 82, Jonesborough, passed away on Monday, June 16, 2025, at Franklin Woods Community Hospital with her family by her side. She was born in Washington County, to the late Sherrill and Francis (Beals) Garst. Jean was a member of Boone Trail Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, Jean was preceded in death by her husband,...
Roger McCurry
Jun 2, 2025
Roger Wade McCurry, 73, of Jonesborough, passed away on Monday evening, June 2, 2025, at the Bristol Regional Medical Center. He was born to the late J.C. and Bonnie Kathleen Broyles McCurry. Roger was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church. He was a F&A Mason and a member of the Rhea Masonic Lodge No. 47. Roger enjoyed playing guitar,...
Clelene Jean Patsy Landers
May 10, 2025
Clelene Jean Patsy Landers, age 86, Chuckey, passed away Friday, May 10, 2025, at her residence. Patsy was born in Greene County and was the daughter of the late Buster Brown Jennings and Ruby Jennings. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Douglas Landers, and grandson, Christopher Landers, brothers, Gary Jennings, Dean Jennings, and...
Michael Leon Edwards
May 9, 2025
Mr. Michael "Mike" Leon Edwards, age 75, Limestone, passed away Friday, May 9, 2025, at the Johnson City Medical Center. Mike was born in Washington County and the son of the late Cecil and Betty Graybeal Edwards. Mike enjoyed mowing, street rods and drag racing, He was known for his Kenny Roger's hair. He loved grilling, bonfires and just being...
William H Wright III
May 9, 2025
William Henry Wright (Bill), III passed quietly on May 9, 2025 after a brief illness. Mr. Wright was the son of William Wright, Jr. and Helen Waddell Wright. In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his sister, Anne Tallman. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Jonesborough. Left to cherish memories of Bill are...
Jerry Lee Bass
May 7, 2025
Jerry Lee Bass, 83, of Telford, TN, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, began his heavenly journey on May 7, 2025, following a brief illness at Sycamore Shoals Hospital, Elizabethton, TN. Jerry was born in Kingsport, Tennessee, on October 2, 1941, to the late Wade and Nancy Tipton Bass. He lived in Kingsport for 70 years before moving to Telford...
Nellie Faye Adams
Apr 30, 2025
Nellie Fay Adams, 80, of Limestone, passed away on Wednesday afternoon, April 30, 2025, at the Johnson City Medical Center after a period of declining health. She was born to the late Charlie and Screlda (Jennings) Showman. Nellie was a member of Limestone Free Will Baptist Church. She retired from American Greetings after many years of dedicated service. In addition...
Geraldine Horton Howard
Apr 30, 2025
Geraldine (Jeri) Hicks Horton Howard, of Johnson City, Tennessee, passed away on April 30, 2025. She was the daughter of the late George D. and Anna Mae West Hicks. She attended Grace Free Will Baptist Church. She retired from Univac in Bristol. After their retirement, Jeri and her late husband, George went to Korea where he worked as an Engineer....
Denise Grenti
Apr 28, 2025
Denise Grenti, age 82, former resident of New Jersey later relocated to Jonesborough 6 years ago, passed away unexpectedly, Monday April 28, 2025 at her residence. Denise was born in Bronx, New York, to the late Joseph and Helen Marotta Lopez. Denise loved being active at the Jonesborough Senior Center, where she enjoyed yoga, taking classes and mostly going on...
Terry Lee Nelson
Apr 23, 2025
Mr. Terry Lee Nelson, age 75, Limestone, passed away at his residence after a lengthy illness. Mr. Nelson was born in Unicoi County, TN, to the late Clifford and Ada Banner Nelson. He was also preceded in death by his brother Ulysses Stephen Nelson. Terry was a United States Army Veteran who served his country proudly in Vietnam. Terry enjoyed...
