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Dorothy Gentry

Dorothy Gentry

Oct 29, 2025

Dorothy Gentry, born on November 12, 1921, passed away on October 29, 2025, at the Mountain City Care Center. She was a beloved member of her community and a dedicated member of First Christian Church. Dorothy had a passion for quilting and gardening. She loved taking care of others and always prioritized attending church services whenever she could. Dorothy had...

Derek Chambers

Derek Chambers

Oct 28, 2025

Derek Chambers, beloved father, husband and friend left this life on October 28, 2025 and crossed the rainbow bridge to be with those loved ones who have gone before him. He wsa born August 30, 1950 to the late Cecil Chambers and Janegee Price Chambers.

Derek served his country with honor in the Marines, being a part of the 50th Engineers...

Robert Condon

Robert Condon

Oct 23, 2025

Robert Leroy Condon born July 29, 1944 to Oscar Gerald Condon and Bernice Alcorn-Owens Condon passed away Thursday, October 23, 2025 at his residence.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his sister; Iona, and brother; Virgil.He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Gwyn Condon and his children: Christina Gouge and David Ocenasek and...

Betty Cunningham

Betty Cunningham

Oct 22, 2025

Betty J. Cunningham, age 90 of Mountain City, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on October 22, 2025 at Mountain City Care and Rehabilitation Center.

A native of Laurel Bloomery, Tennessee, she was born on November 22, 1934 to the late Stacy Guy Thomas Sr. and Laura Effie Norris Thomas. In addition to her parents, Betty was preceded in...

Elizabeth Burroughs

Elizabeth Burroughs

Oct 21, 2025

Elizabeth Burroughs, of Butler, Tennessee, passed away Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at her residence.  She was born July 13,1942 to the late Edmond Walter Burroughs and Elizabeth Exton Thropp Burroughs.  

Elizabeth enjoyed cooking, gardening, canning, and her pets.  

The love of her life and soulmate, Erik Meeks survives. 

It was her wishes to be cremated and no formal services held.

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Karen Barr

Karen Barr

Oct 21, 2025

Karen Ann Barr passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on October 21, 2025 at the age of 75. She will be lovingly remembered for her big heart, her devotion to family and friends, and her steadfast faith in Christ.

Born in Humboldt, Tennessee on July 29, 1950, Karen was the oldest of five children born to Lorene and Ray Barr....

Earl Campbell

Earl Campbell

Oct 19, 2025

Earl Campbell, age 74, of Mountain City, Tennessee, passed away at his residence on October 19, 2025. He was born September 21, 1951 to the late Bud Campbell and Lena Ruth Roark Campbell. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Lena Marie Campbell;  step-sons, Rodney Eller and Joe Joe Eller; and grandson, Joseph Aron...

Tony Holman

Tony Holman

Oct 14, 2025

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Tony Holman, affectionately known as "Stove Pipe." He was born on May 6, 1948, and left us on October 14, 2025.

Tony enjoyed working on lawn mowers, cutting wood, and riding motorcycles. He looked forward to every year’s Car and Bike shows, where he shared his enthusiasm for all things on...

Linda Sue Dugger

Linda Sue Dugger

Oct 13, 2025

Linda "Nana Maw" Sue Dugger, 61, lost her battle with a brief illness on October 13, 2025.  She was born in Dekalb, IL on December 8, 1963 to Jimmy Butler Dugger and Carolyn Sue Sellman Dugger.  In April 1969, they moved to the Doe Valley community of Mountain City, TN where she grew up on the family farm.  Linda loved...

Charles Parker

Charles Parker

Oct 13, 2025

Charles Parker, age 90, passed away Monday, October 13, 2025 at the Crown Cypress Assisted Living Facility in Kingsport, Tennessee. He was born October 15, 1934 to the late Lloyd Parker Sr. and Virgie Morefield Parker.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Diniah; daughter, Nancy Zorala; sister, Shirley Wood; and brothers, Lloyd Parker...

Linda Campbell

Linda Campbell

Oct 7, 2025

Linda Davis Campbell, age 63, of Butler, TN; went home to be with her Lord and Savior on October 7, 2025.  She was of the baptist faith.  Linda was born on October 28,1961 to the late Linda Sue Davis.  In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by an infant son, Cody and daughter, Sarah Campbell and three...

Paul Price

Paul Price

Oct 5, 2025

Paul Price, age 58, of Mountain City, TN, passed away on October 5, 2025 at the Bristol Regional Medical Center.  He was born on February 8, 1967, in Bristol, TN to Charlie Price and Sarah Elizabeth Dillard Price. 

Paul was a man of many passions. He loved to cook and enjoyed canning, sharing the fruits of his labor with those close...

Elza Lipford Stout

Elza Lipford Stout

Sep 28, 2025

Elza Lipford Stout, 106, completed her earthly journey on September 28, 2025 in Mountain City, TN. Mrs. Stout was born on September 10, 1919 in Butler, TN to Valentine “Tine” and Ellen K. Lipford. Her homemaking abilities were exceptional, including gardening, food preservation and other responsibilities supporting her husband on the farm. Being a talented seamstress, she created numerous garments...

Mae Johnson

Mae Johnson

Sep 24, 2025

Mae Jones Johnson, 92, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on September 24, 2025. She was surrounded by her loving family at the time of her passing. She was born on November, 18, 1932 in Creston, North Carolina to the late Ralston Levi Jones and Verda Allen Jones. She lived a life marked...

Mike Calhoun

Mike Calhoun

Sep 18, 2025

Mike Calhoun, born on March 7, 1962, in Ashe County, North Carolina, passed away on September 18, 2025, at the Glenbridge Health and Rehabilitation Center in Boone, North Carolina. 

Mike dedicated much of his life to Vannoy Construction, where he served as a machine operator.  Known for his stubbornness, Mike was a man of conviction; once he set his mind to...

Steven (Steve) Kent Tester

Steven (Steve) Kent Tester

Sep 14, 2025

Steven (Steve) Kent Tester, age 77, passed away at home after brief treatment for esophageal cancer on September 14, 2025. Steve grew up in the Midway Community of Butler. He played football for Johnson County High school and graduated in 1966, where he remained lifelong friends with his classmates. He traveled many years and all over the country in his...

Roger Dale Grogan

Roger Dale Grogan

Sep 8, 2025

Roger Dale Grogan, known for his quiet demeanor and deep appreciation for life, passed away at his residence on September 8, 2025. Born on June 1, 1966, in Watauga, North Carolina, Roger embraced his Indian heritage with pride, earning him the affectionate nickname "Big Chief." He was admired not only for his cultural roots but also for his friendly manner...

John "Lee" Potter

John "Lee" Potter

Sep 8, 2025

John "Lee" Potter, a devoted tree farmer and beloved member of the community, passed away peacefully at his residence on September 8, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on October 16, 1941, in Potter Town, North Carolina, Lee exemplified a life dedicated to family, faith, and nurturing the natural world around him.

A loving husband for 60 wonderful years, Lee...

Lee Harrison Livingston

Lee Harrison Livingston

Sep 7, 2025

Lee Harrison Livingston, 68, of Little Dry Run Road, Butler, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on Sunday, September 7, 2025 at Holston Valley Medical Center.

Lee was born October 21, 1956 to Lamont and Mouncie Broyles Livingston.  Lee was church clerk, a deacon and faithful member of Midway Missionary Baptist Church for many years and parts manager at...

A.G. Putman

A.G. Putman

Sep 5, 2025

A.G. Putman, 88, of Sophia, NC, went to be with the Lord on Friday, September 5, 2025, at Hospice Home of Randolph County, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on January 9, 1937, in Mountain City, Tennessee, A.G. was the son of the late Fred Putman and the late Elizabeth Ann Arney Putman. He proudly served his country in the U.S....

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