Current Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Mountain City, Tennessee
Jeffery Main
Nov 19, 2023
Jeffery Main, age 45, passed away November 19, 2023 at Johnson City Medical Center. Jeffery was born May 22, 1978 to Ronnie Main and the late Sherrie Main.
In addition to his father, survivors include his sons, Jeffery Main and wife Amber, Patrick Cockerham; sister, Shelly Watson; grandmother, Shirley Main; five grandchildren; several aunts, uncles and cousins.
It was Jeffery's...
Randy Dunn
Nov 18, 2023
Randy Dunn, age 65, passed away November 18, 2023 at his home. Randy was born October 7, 1958 to Janet Elizabeth Greer and the late Paul Dunn Sr.
Randy enjoyed working on cars and motorcycles, “wheeling and dealing,” and was talented at paint and body work. He was also compassionate and would help anyone he could. He was...
Russell (R.D.) Dean Oliver
Nov 17, 2023
R.D. Oliver
R.D. Oliver, Jr., age 77, of Trade, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, November 17, 2023 at his home. He was born April 30, 1946 to the late Russell and Ruth Oliver. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Frances Nell Oliver.
R.D. was...
Jo Furches
Nov 16, 2023
Jo Dawn Furches, age 37, passed away November 16, 2023. Jo was born May 25, 1987 to Janie Murphy and the late Steve Mann. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her step-son, Joseph “Tinky” Furches and father-in-law, Kenneth Furches.
Survivors include her husband of 20 years, David Furchess; children, Elizabeth Furches, Christian Furches,...
Emily Presnell
Nov 14, 2023
Emily Diane Presnell, age 37, went home to be with Jesus November 14, 2023 at Watauga Medical Center. Emily was born December 3, 1985 in Watauga County, NC to Lester and Janet Reece. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Burl and Wilma Miller and Brownlow and Elizabeth Reece.
Emily loved music and loved singing in the...
Wilbur Burkey
Nov 12, 2023
Wilbur C. Burkey of Shady Valley, known to many as Will, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 12, 2023 at age 60. Will was born on October 30, 1963 in Pennsylvania to the late Clarence M. and Mary L. (Hawks) Burkey.
In life, Will was a kind and caring person and was best known for his lively personality...
Nolan Morris
Nov 11, 2023
Nolan “Red” Morris passed away on November 11, 2023 in Mountain City, TN. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Throughout his life, Red chased speed and adventure. He built and flew his own airplane, souped-up and raced cars and motorcycles, and toured by RV during retirement.
Those left to cherish his memory include his wife Nancy;...
Nancy Wilson May
Nov 9, 2023
Nancy Wilson May, age 65, of Zionville, NC, passed away unexpectedly due to an accident on Thursday afternoon, November 9, 2023 in Watauga County, NC. Nancy was born on May 20, 1958 to the late Joseph Wilson and Ella Martin Wilson. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brother, Tommy Wilson, nephew, Kevin; and...
Loyd Cox
Nov 9, 2023
Loyd Dale Cox, age 90 of Creston, NC, the Flatwoods Community, passed away November 9, 2023 at his home surrounded by his family. Loyd was born October 11, 1933 to the late Edgar Cox and Esther Mayberry Cox. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two brothers, Carl Cox and Rodger Cox, sister, Chessie Eldreth,...
Clay Wilson
Nov 8, 2023
Clay Wilson moved to Beulah Land November 8, 2023 at the age of 90. The “Ultimate Side Man’s” Taylor Guitar that he played gospel and country music all over the southeast is now silent, while he witnesses the glorious music in heaven. Clay was born August 10, 1933 to Jesse and Pansy Wilson in Lenoir, NC but was raised...
Debbie Hayworth
Nov 5, 2023
Debra Jean “Debbie” Hayworth, 63, of Mountain City, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord on November 5, 2023. She was born January 13, 1960. Debra was an outgoing, fun-spirited, and adventurous individual. She took pride in being an amazing mother and wife. Debra was a tough fighter, facing life’s challenges with strength and determination.
Debra is survived...
Kathryn Fourhman
Nov 4, 2023
Kathryn L. Fourhman, 93, entered heaven on Saturday, November 4th, 2023, at Bristol Medical Center, TN. One of her final requests was to "enter the Pearly Gates into Jesus' loving arms." The care, respect and compassion provided by the Bristol Medical Center nursing staff returned the love and generosity given by Kathryn throughout her life. Kathryn was surrounded by...
Barton Brown, Sr.
Nov 3, 2023
Barton Helton Brown Sr., age 79, passed away November 3, 2023 at his home in Mountain City, TN. Barton was born August 6, 1944 in Trade, TN to the late Frank and Madge Brown. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Bobby Joe Brown; sisters, Sue Greer, Pat Thomas, Jean McMahan and brothers,...
Richard Clyde "RC" Woods
Oct 31, 2023
Richard Clyde Woods “R.C.” was born on June 21, 1944, and went home to be with his Lord and Savior on October 31, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.
R.C. was a member of First Freewill Baptist Church of Mountain City for many years but attended Corinth Baptist Church of Laurel Bloomery. He was a Godly man who loved...
Bruce Reece
Oct 28, 2023
Bruce Edgar Alvin Reece, age 46, passed away October 28, 2023. Bruce was born October 13, 1977 to the late David Reece and Brenda Buchanan.
Bruce was the craziest, most protective man with the biggest heart. He was always a hard worker, loved his family, and was the best husband, dad, and papaw. You could bring any problem...
Larry Snyder
Oct 25, 2023
Larry Jack “Muttley” Snyder, age 70, passed away October 25, 2023 in Bristol, TN. Larry was born August 18, 1953 in Avondale, PA to the late James Snyder and Pearl Icenhour Snyder. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Kenneth Snyder; nieces, Lisa Snyder, Mary Beth Snyder and nephew, Danny Snyder.
Larry enjoyed...
Jim Johnson
Oct 25, 2023
James “Jim” Johnson went home to be with his heavenly Father on October 25, 2023 at Johnson City Medical Center.
Jim was a faithful member of Butler Baptist Church for many years. He loved his Lord and wanted his life and death to glorify his Lord. He was a caregiver to his mom for seven years before her passing....
Melissa Morefield
Oct 23, 2023
Melissa Faye Morefield, age 51, passed away October 23, 2023 in Bristol, TN. Melissa was born February 14, 1972 in Carter County, TN to the late David and Maybell Hatley.
Melissa thoroughly loved life and savored every moment of it. She enjoyed being outside and always liked going to the flea markets. She was a wonderful wife and...
Michael "Mike" Stansberry
Oct 20, 2023
Michael “Mike” Stansberry, age 63, of Elizabethton, TN passed away on Friday, October 20, 2023 at the Johnson City Medical Center. He was born in Avery County, NC on December 20, 1959 to the late Viola Anderson. In addition to his mother he was preceded in death by an infant child, special nephews, Reggie Anderson and Justin Vanover;...
Eddie Joe Forbes
Oct 19, 2023
Eddie Joe Forbes, Sr., age 80 of Mountain City, TN passed away on Thursday morning, October 19, 2023 at the Mountain City Care & Rehab Center. Eddie was born on June 26, 1943 in LaGrange, AR to the late Clifton Lee Forbes, Sr. and Eva Ethel “Sally” Burns Forbes. In addition to his parents Eddie was preceded in death...
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