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Joe Gary Bell

Joe Gary Bell

Aug 7, 2026

"Love you more"

Joe Gary Bell, age 82, passed away at his residence on Thursday, August 7, 2026.

Joe was born on October 25, 1943, to the late Mattie Lee Runions Bell and William Clinton Bell.

On November 5, 1960, he married his best friend and the love of his life, Joan K. Armstrong. Together, they shared 65 beautiful years of devotion and...

Thelma Holman

Thelma Holman

Aug 3, 2026

Thelma Holman passed away on August 3, 2026, at the age of 77. Born on February 26, 1949, Thelma’s life was a testament to quiet strength, unwavering devotion to family, and steadfast kindness that touched all who knew her. Thelma was preceded in death by her husband, Albert Glenn Holman Sr., who stood by her side through life’s joys and...

Lucille Nye

Lucille Nye

Jul 31, 2026

Lucille Nye went to heaven on July 31, 2026. Born May 31, 1941, she was 85. She had a great fulfilling life, a caregiver for many years as a CNA at Mountain City Care Center and as a caregiver for family as well. Anyone that knew her loved her. She was a member of First Freewill Baptist Church. Lucille was...

Lois Elaine Westphal

Lois Elaine Westphal

Jul 29, 2026

Lois Elaine Westphal, age 68, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2026 in Bristol Regional Medical Center. She was born May 22, 1958 to the late Gerald Barr and to Lucy Guinn Barr.  

Lois was raised in Rising Sun, Maryland, and was a homemaker.  Her love for flowers was a reflection of her gentle spirit, filling the...

Duane Douglas Cooley

Duane Douglas Cooley

Jul 29, 2026

Duane Douglas Cooley, age 79, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2026.  He was born November 23, 1946 to the late Josephine Taylor. 

Duane enjoyed spending his free time working with his hands and had a special appreciation for muscle cars and vintage automobiles.  He took pride in admiring classic vehicles and enjoyed sharing his passion with friends....

Carolyn Sue Wilson

Carolyn Sue Wilson

Jul 23, 2026



Carolyn Sue Eggers Wilson (Sue), age 84, passed away at home on July 23rd, 2026. Sue grew up in Trade, Tennessee. Sue was a seamstress at the Glove plant in Mountain City for many years. When she wasn’t caretaking for others, she loved to raise a garden and cook for people. Her favorite daily activity was talking on the phone...

Janet Darlene Ashley

Janet Darlene Ashley

Jul 22, 2026

Janet Darlene Ashley, age 93 of Bristol, Virginia, passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2026 in Bristol Regional Medical Center.  She was born February 22, 1933 to the late Eli Hayes and Bonnie Thompson Hayes.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Wilton Ashley; two sons, Jimmy Ashley and Roger Ashley; brohers, Clarence Hayes, Earl...

Brian Keith Bock

Brian Keith Bock

Jul 20, 2026

Brian Keith Bock, 58, passed away on July 20, 2026, in Gate City, Virginia.Born on February 2, 1968, Brian was the son of Robert and Ida Mae Bock. He lived a life filled with creativity, faith, music, and a deep appreciation for the outdoors.Brian was a gifted graphic artist whose talent was evident in everything he created. While he enjoyed...

Teresa Regina Campbell

Teresa Regina Campbell

Jul 19, 2026

Teresa Regina Campbell, age 63, of Butler, Tennessee, passed away Sunday, July 19, 2026 at Sycamore Shoals Hospital. She was born March 19, 1963 to the late Harold Gregg and Georgie Banner Gregg. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her beloved son, Daniel Wayne Campbell.

Teresa was a creative spirit who found joy in making jewelry,...

Angie Garland Berardi Guy

Angie Garland Berardi Guy

Jul 17, 2026

With heavy hearts--and more than a few smiles--we celebrate the life of Angie Garland Berardi Guy of Mountain City, Tennessee.

If you knew Angie, you knew she lived life her own way. She adored pigs, never turned down anything sweet, and somehow managed to make a Mexican casserole so memorably awful that it became part of the family's permanent history. It...

Edith Ivalee Williams

Edith Ivalee Williams

Jul 15, 2026

Edith Ivalee Williams of Mountain City Tennessee passed away on July 15, 2026, at Johnson City Medical Center. She was born April 21, 1946, in Carter County Tennessee. She was the daughter of the late Margaret and George Williams. She was preceded in death by 4 brothers Earl, Lewis "Harold", Robert "Bob", and Carl "Fuzz", 4 sisters Lena Jones, Margaret...

Allie Vyann Pennington

Allie Vyann Pennington

Jul 12, 2026

Allie Vyann Pennington, better known as Vyann, 85, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness and devotion to her family and community.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Roy John Woodard and Josephine Curd Woodard; two sisters, Opal Pennington and Wilma Sturgill; and her beloved husband of 53 years, Charles Glen Pennington Jr. 

She is survived by...

Dalton Seth Gill

Dalton Seth Gill

Jul 11, 2026

Dalton Seth Gill age 26 passed away unexpectedly on July 11, 2026.

Dalton was born in Johnson City, TN. He was the beloved son to Angela Mullins and Jerry Gill along with his step mother Marlena Williams. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Charles & Paulette Pettingill (maternal) and Emory & Debra Gill (paternal).

Dalton’s nickname was Teddy and he...

Noah Lee Click

Noah Lee Click

Jul 1, 2026

Noah Lee Click, fondly known by many as the “Telephone Man,” passed away peacefully at his residence on July 1, 2026, at the age of 90. Born on May 21, 1936, in West, Virginia, to the late Thomas Edward Click and Goldie Smith Click, Noah's journey through life was marked by resilience, warmth, and unfailing dedication to his loved ones...

Patti D Cordell

Patti D Cordell

Jun 30, 2026

Patti Delores Cordell, 68, of Butler, Tennessee, passed away at her home on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. Born on July 6, 1957, she was the beloved daughter of the late Mary Tittle and stepfather, Eugene Tittle. Patti was preceded in death by her son, Lucas Cordell, and siblings, Joe Davis and Pammy Davis.

A member of Pleasant View Christian Church, Patti...

Edna Louise Bowlin

Edna Louise Bowlin

Jun 25, 2026

Edna Louise Bowlin passed away peacefully at the Elizabeth House on June 25, 2026 after a period of declining health.



She was born in Johnson County Tennessee to James and Rose Kilby on February 28, 1936 and lived in Tennessee until she moved with her husband and children to Hendersonville, NC in 1961. She worked for over 40 years in the...

Mildred Lowe

Mildred Lowe

Jun 25, 2026

Gladys Mildred (Vaught) Lowe died on June 25, 2026, at the age of 91. Mildred – or “Mid” – was a devoted wife and mother. She was also fiercely independent. 

Mid was preceded in death by her husband, Wiley Gresham Lowe, on October 27, 2003. Mid also outlived her first-born son, Raymond Edward (Eddie) Lowe; her seven siblings and their spouses,...

Dennis Ray Fritts

Dennis Ray Fritts

Jun 24, 2026

Dennis Ray Fritts, age 68, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at Mountain City Care and Rehabilitation Center. He was born July 13, 1957 in Pensacola, Florida.

Dennis was the son of the late Otis Marsh Fritts of Sugar Creek and Daisy Marie Hudson of Aransas Pass, Texas.

Dennis is survived by his sisters, Sallie Schultz of...

Rebecca Dean Courtner

Rebecca Dean Courtner

Jun 22, 2026

Rebecca Dean Courtner passed away on June 22, 2026, leaving behind cherished memories and a profound impact on the lives of her family and friends. Born on September 28, 1975, Rebecca's journey was marked by devotion to those she loved and an unwavering kindness that touched all who were fortunate to know her.

Rebecca was the beloved daughter of Jack Courtner....

Michael Blaine Lipford Sr.

Michael Blaine Lipford Sr.

Jun 15, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Michael Blaine Lipford, Sr., age 64, of Trade, TN. Michael passed away surrounded by his wife and children after a courageous, lengthy battle with cancer. 

He was preceded in death by his mother, Roma Jean Lipford, and his father, Lloyd Blaine Lipford.

He is survived by his devoted wife of over...

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