All Obituaries

Lois Faye Hall Knight, 84, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at Johnson City Medical Center. She was born January 17, 1940, the daughter of the late Frank & Edna Rosenbaum Hall in Johnson City, where she lived most of her life. Lois embodied the very essence of a life lived for others. She leaves indelible footprints etched in the hearts of all who knew her. She rejoins her beloved husband of 40 years, George Wayne Knight, in the Kingdom of Heaven, alongside her...

Zane Alexander Bernard, 21, blessed this world with his presence on December 24, 2002, in Kingsport, TN. In a life that was cut short, Zane passed away unexpectedly at his home in Kingsport on April 2, 2024, leaving behind a legacy marked by laughter, kindness, and an indomitable love for the people and world around him. The beloved son of Megan K. Monroe (Adam) and Daniel A. Bernard (Josie), Zane grew up enveloped in a large and loving family. His papaw, Eddie Bernard, his mamaw, Linda...

Bobbie Jean Arnett was called to her eternal rest on April 2, 2024, at the age of 72. Born on April 15, 1951, her life was a testament to the power of kindness and the warmth of a friendly soul. Bobbie's legacy is carried on through her loving family: her adored husband, LeRoy Fitzgerald, her cherished daughters Angie, Sherry, and Christal Arnett, her brothers Rusty and Bo Peters, and her treasured grandchildren Brandon Sutherland, Alizabeth Osborne, Crispin Osborne, Destin Breedlove,...

Jeff Christie, a vibrant soul whose love for art and music brought joy to all who knew him, passed away peacefully following a brief battle with colon cancer on March 27, 2024, in Gray, TN. Born on September 25, 1969, in Aurora, IL, Jeff's warm spirit and kind heart accompanied him through a life rich with creativity and passion. In 1981, Jeff and his family moved to Gray, TN, where he would eventually graduate from Daniel Boone High School in 1987. He nurtured a profound bond with his...

Michael D. Hartman, passed away peacefully at Johnson City Medical Center on March 24, 2024, at the age of 72. Born on May 21, 1951, in Johnson City, Tennessee, Michael grew up surrounded by the love of his parents, the late Thomas and Louise Hartman, and his siblings. He came from a large and vibrant family, which over time, sadly saw the passing of his siblings Marsha Swanner, Walter Hartman, Pauletta Loos, and Lisa Hartman. He is survived by his dedicated wife, Patty Hartman, his proud...

Nancy Carpenter Dyer (83) died Saturday, March 9, 2024, at The Waters of Kingsport, Kingsport, TN. Nancy was born in Worcester, MA, on November 5, 1940, and grew up in East Douglas, Massachusetts. She graduated from Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) School of Nursing in 1961 and spent the next 5 years in nursing at MGH, St. Louis Maternity Hospital, and St. Luke’s Hospital (St Louis, MO). She came to Kingsport in 1975 when her husband, Mills, joined Eastman Kodak Company. She was a...

   Carolyn Francis, a lifelong resident of Johnson City, TN, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2024, following a lengthy illness. Born on May 25, 1952, Carolyn was known for her loving nature, her boundless generosity, and her thoughtful presence in the lives of those she touched.    Carolyn’s spirit was shaped by the strong family values instilled by her parents, the late Ralph Riddle and Rosalee Ford Riddle. She shared a profound bond with her beloved...

Jeffrey D. Barnett, a beloved father, grandfather, and cherished member of the Limestone, Tennessee, community, passed away on the 14th of February 2024, at the age of 61. Born on October 8, 1962, in Washington County, Tennessee, Jeffrey lived a life full of laughter, love, and unwavering faith. Growing up in Boones Creek, Jeffrey was affectionately known for his endearing personality and sincere kindness towards others. He was a graduate of Daniel Boone High School, Class of 1980, and...

It is with profound love and respect that we commemorate the life of Shirley Taylor, who entered into eternal peace on February 14, 2024, in Gray, Tennessee. Born on January 17, 1938, in Wise, Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Millard "Mitt" Roberts and Bernice Collier Roberts. In addition to her parents, Shirley also faced the heartrending loss of her children, Paul Harold Taylor, Teresa Elizabeth Taylor, and Andy Joseph Taylor, as well as her grandson, Ricky Taylor, and...

Robert "Bob" K. Droke, age 67, a lifelong resident of Kingsport, TN, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2024, in the same town where he was born on September 11, 1956. He was known as a hard-working man with a friendly spirit. Bob was the beloved son of the late Charles L. Droke and Sylvia Lawanda Droke. He is survived by his daughter, Carmen Brooks, his siblings, Helen D. Rowland (Richard), Steve L. Droke (Linda), and Jeff C. Droke (Rebecca), his granddaughter Marley Belle...