Current Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Mountain City, Tennessee
Lawrence Carl Seybold, Jr.
Jul 15, 2026
Larry met our mother when when he was 26. She was divorced with four children and would not be able to have any further children. He adopted the two youngest, Niki and Doug. The two older boys, Lee and Kurt, were in their teen years and weren't sure about being adopted at their age, yet he loved us all equally....
Jack E. Cress
Sep 20, 2026
Jack Cress, age 70, owner of Mountain View Service Station located at 214 West Main St., Mountain City, TN, passed away suddenly on Sunday, September 20th, 2026. Jack was born June 24, 1956 to the late Laymon Cress and Ruth Parsons Cress. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Jimmy Cress; sister, Jill Cress...
Thomas Gene Kyles
Sep 13, 2026
Thomas (Gene) Kyles Jr. age 79 of Mountain City, TN passed on Sunday September 13th, 2026. Gene was born on March 21st 1947 in Statesville, NC to the late Thomas Gene Kyles Sr. and Eloise Brown Kyles. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Michael Wayne Kyles.
He is survived by his loving wife Lisa Woolridge Kyles. His children...
Freddy Fritz
Sep 18, 2026
Freddy Fritz, age 67, passed away Friday, September 18, 2026 at Johnson City Medical Center. He was born October 22, 1958 to the late William and Margaret Fritz. In addition to his parents, Freddy was preceded in death by his sisters, Marie Hamby and Lena Faye Townsend, and brother, John Fritz.
Freddy had a great sense of humor and was very...
Donna Fletcher
Sep 18, 2026
Donna Jean Fletcher, age 72, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 18, 2026, at Johnson City Medical Center.
Donna was born January 16, 1954, to the late James and Kathleen Absher. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Dorsey Dave Fletcher and her brother, Michael Absher.
Donna was a woman who loved her family and would do whatever she could...
Barbara Rainbolt
Sep 15, 2026
Barbara Rainbolt, age 65, passed away Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at her home. She was born August 15, 1961 to the late Gertrude Gilley. In addition to her mother, Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, Howard Rainbolt.
Barbara was a very loving and supportive mother and grandmother who was always there for her family. Her advice to all, which...
Joan Croteau
Sep 15, 2026
Joan Croteau, 79
Joan Croteau, of Creston, NC, passed away on September 15, 2026 after a long struggle with cancer. She is survived by her sister Lillie Schoolfield; brother in-law Don; niece Stacey; great nephew Tralen; friends and remote relatives.
Joan had lived in Ashe County for over 20 years, but had spent most of her adult life living in Durham, NC,...
Cindy Heili
Sep 14, 2026
Cindy Heili, age 74 of Creston, North Carolina passed away on Monday, September 14, 2026 at her home. She was born December 3, 1951 to the late Grover Cleveland Alley and Helen Rose Walls Alley. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brother, Charles David Alley.
Those left to cherish her memories include her husband of...
Summer Hamm
Sep 13, 2026
Summer Dawn Hamm, age 49, of Creston, North Carolina passed away on Sunday, September 13, 2026. She was born August 5, 1977 to Wayne Bare and Patsy Holman.
Summer was a loving mother and enjoyed gardening and working in her flowers. She was of the Baptist faith.
Those left to cherish her memory include her husband of over 30 years, Ricky Hamm;...
T.J. Corum
Sep 12, 2026
Timothy Jared “TJ” Corum, of Zionville, North Carolina, passed away on September 12, 2026.
Never one to be afraid to speak his mind, TJ will be remembered for his outspoken personality and the unmistakable way he carried himself. He was an avid sports fan and especially enjoyed following football, basketball, and baseball.
His children held a very special place in his heart....
V. J. ( Jay ) Day
Sep 11, 2026
Jay Day, age 78, went home on Friday September 11, 2026 at Watauga Medical Center in Boone, NC. Jay was born May 17, 1948 in Watauga County to the late Clyde Day and Mary Watson Day of Boone, NC. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandparents, Lawrence and Beulah Day and Turner and Blanche...
Ralph Roop
Sep 10, 2026
Ralph Edward Roop, age 64, passed away September 10, 2026 at Mountain City Care Center. Ralph was born March 28, 1962 in West Chester, PA, to the late George Roop, Jr. and Ruby Kennedy.
Ralph was a hard worker and loved his job and co-workers at Maymead. Before his sickness, he especially liked taking his grandkids camping. His loved all his...
Donald Sparger
Sep 9, 2026
Donald Roberts Sparger (05/04/1933) of Shady Valley TN, formerly of Bristol, TN passed away on Monday, Sept. 9, 2026 at the Ballad Hospice House in Bristol, TN. Don is survived by his wife of 52 years, Jean Kitzmiller Sparger, a son Timothy Blake Sparger, granddaughters Melinda Smith and Amanda Henderson, step-son Donald Bradley and step-daughters Kimberly Ollis, Jennifer Godsey, Amy...
Lois Sluder
Sep 9, 2026
Lois Elaine Sluder, age 78, passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at Watauga Medical Center. She was born August 20, 1948 to the late Will and Vernie Stout. In addition to her parents, Lois was preceded in death by her husband, Wesley Alvin “Ab” Sluder and Brother, Leslie Stout.
Lois was a loving and kind lady who had never met a...
Emma Greer
Sep 8, 2026
Emma Greer, 97, of Laurel Bloomery, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at home on September 8th, 2026, surrounded by the people who loved her dearly.
Emma was born to the late Alvin and Myrtle Dunn. Emma was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and friend. Those who knew Emma will remember her for her beautiful smile, her generous heart, and the...
Billy Cowan
Sep 7, 2026
Billy Jack Cowan, 76 of Butler, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2026.
He was a generous and hospitable man who had a gift for making people feel welcome and loved. His kindness, warmth, and genuine love for others left a lasting impression on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.
He enjoyed many of life’s simple pleasures. He was...
Emogene Swift
Sep 7, 2026
Emogene Combs Swift, age 92, passed away Monday, September 7, 2026 at her home. Emogene was born June 10, 1934 to the late Manuel Franklin Combs and McClora Parsons Combs. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Doran Swift Sr; son, Doran “Doc” Swift Jr.; grandson, Doran “Dokken” Swift; sisters, Mary...
Charles William Roop
Sep 6, 2026
Charles William Roop, age 76 of Lansing, NC, passed away Sunday, September 6, 2026.
It was his wish that no services be held.
Memorial donations in Mr. Roop's honor may be made to the Johnson County Rescue Dog and End of Life Sanctuary, c/o Missy Gentry, 977 Harbin Hill Road, Mountain City, TN 37683.
Shelby Branson
Sep 4, 2026
Shelby Jean Branson, age 87, passed away Friday, September 4, 2026. She was born October 7, 1938 to the late Roby and Julie Roark. In addition to her parents, Shelby was preceded in death by the father of her children, Robert Branson; sons, Bobby Branson and Skylar Branson; daughter, Darlene Blakely; grandchild, Jamie Branson; sisters, Ozel Shelton, Opal Shelton, Virgie...
William F. McDowell
Aug 28, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of William McDowell also known to many as Weasel, a beloved partner, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, who left this world on August 28, 2026, at the age of 62, Born on January 4, 1964, in Wilmington, Delaware, William touched the lives of many with his vibrant...
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