All Obituaries

Doris Cates James –May 28, 2023 Born in Tiger Valley, TN, Doris June Cates James departed this world for her Heavenly home on May 28, 2023, one month shy of her 84th birthday. The second child of William Nelson Cates, Sr. and Zemma Lucille Gouge Cates, she attended Tiger Valley Elementary and Hampton High School. Commuting from Hampton every day, she graduated from East Tennessee State College (now University). Upon graduation, she worked as the administrative assistant for Dr. George...

Eric Thomas Roberts, 53, passed away peacefully at Johnson City Medical Center on Thursday, May 18, 2023, in Johnson City, Tennessee. Born and raised in Gray, TN, Eric had a great love for his community and deeply cherished his time spent with his family and friends. Eric is remembered by many for his unique sense of humor, loving nature, and selfless spirit. Preceded in death by his father William Roberts, Eric is survived by his mother Rosalee Roberts, sister Rebecca Cooper, nephews Logan...

Mary Catherine Oliver, 79, a beloved pillar of the Unicoi, Tennessee community and a loving, kind, and generous mother, grandmother, and friend, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 13, 2023. Born in Johnson City, Tennessee, Mary had a profound impact on those around her with her infinite capacity for love and her unwavering Christian faith. Mary was the cherished daughter of the late Cecil and Daisy Woodby, and the devoted wife of the late Bill Oliver. She was a brave matriarch...

Billy Jackson, a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 11, 2023, in his hometown of Kingsport, Tennessee. Born on October 14, 1956, in Kingsport, Tennessee, Billy lived a life full of love, adventure, and friendship. The son of the late Paul and Pansy Jackson, Billy was predeceased by his brother, Paul D. Jackson, and his sisters, Diane Rhoton, and Sheila Marlene Gray. He is survived by his loving wife, Sheila Jackson; his son, Billy Joe Jackson II; his...

Sandra L. Fry Metcalf, a beacon of love, faith, and inspiration, passed away on May 8, 2023, in Johnson City, TN. Born on February 7, 1943, in Ashland, OH, Sandra's life was a testament to the power of love, resilience, and the human spirit. Sandra was a devoted wife to her late husband, Verlin Willie Metcalf, for 23 beautiful years. Together, they built a life filled with love, laughter, and memories that will forever be cherished by their family. Sandra was also a loving mother to her...

Brian Lee Oliver, 39, a beloved father, son, brother, and friend, left us to be with the Lord on May 5, 2023, in Asheville, North Carolina. Born in Johnson City, Tennessee, Brian was known for his infectious wit, warm heart, and remarkable intellect. Brian, a native of Unicoi, Tennessee, was the proud son of Harold and Sherry Oliver. He cherished his family's roots, which reached back to his deceased grandfather, Bill Oliver, and deceased great-grandparents, Cecil and Daisy Woodby....

Donald Richard Barnes, known to friends and family as Don, passed away peacefully the morning of May 4, 2023, in James H. Quillen VA Medical Center. Born on November 14, 1940, in Piney Flats, Tennessee, Don was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother who will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Don was the son of the late Isaac Willie Barnes and Ila Ruth Mingea Barnes. He was preceded in death by his brothers Jack and Bill Barnes and his sister, Lois Barr. He is survived by his...

Richard “Ricky” Stoots, 65, passed away on April 28th surrounded by his loved ones. Ricky was born February 27, 1958, in Johnson City, TN to the late Joe and Ruth Stoots.  Ricky lived his life in Johnson City & loved his home on Stoots Hill. He retired from American Limestone/Rinker Materials where he worked for over 30 years.  Ricky was a believer and knew he was going to spend eternity with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.  In addition to his...

Cathleen Anne Williams passed away peacefully on April 11, 2023, in Provo, Utah, after a courageous battle with ALS - Lou Gehrig's Disease. Born on December 18, 1952, in Lansing, Michigan, Cathy was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend who touched the lives of countless individuals with her faith, selflessness, and unwavering love. Cathy is survived by her devoted husband, Richard Larry Williams, and their beautiful blended family, including children Sarah Anne...

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Leon Michael Tebo, affectionately known as Leon, on April 4, 2023, at the age of 79. Born on April 9, 1943, in Chicago, IL, Leon passed away peacefully of natural causes in Johnson City, TN, just 5 days shy of celebrating his 80th Birthday on Easter Sunday. A loving father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Leon will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Leon is survived by his daughters, Anna Hogan, Angel Fore, and Cheryl Clayville...