Lawanda Jacqueline "Jackie" Tipton

Lawanda Jacqueline “Jackie” Tipton (née Collings), 67, of Weber City, Virginia passed away peacefully on February 19, 2026. Born on May 21, 1958, in Sullivan County, TN, Jackie lived a life marked by faith, family, and community.

Jackie was the beloved wife of Phillip Tipton and a devoted mother to her two sons, Jason Tipton and his wife Beth, and Tracey Tipton. She cherished her role as grandmother to Samuel Tipton and held the memory of her late grandson Tyler Tipton close to her heart. Jackie is also survived by her sisters Martha Kay Booher (Junior) and Donna Davis (Don); sisters-in-law Della Bays, Darlene McLain, and Julie Griffith (Ken); brother-in-law Tom Tipton; as well as numerous extended family members including several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents Lyndon and Dorothy Collings; her sister Jamie Bledsoe; and her brothers-in-law James Tipton and Ricky Tipton.

Jackie’s faith was a cornerstone of her life. She was an active member of Blair’s Chapel United Methodist Church in Gate City, VA, until it closed. She continued to worship and serve at Nottingham Church where she found strength and fellowship.

Her dedication to service extended beyond the church walls as she served as a volunteer in several ministries. She also was a dedicated member and served as a Chapter Officer for the Carter’s Fort Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), reflecting her deep appreciation for history and patriotism.

Jackie also found joy in connecting with friends at Wadlow Gap Ruritan Bingo, where she shared laughter and camaraderie with many. Her warmth and kindness left an indelible mark on all who knew her.

May Jackie’s memory bring comfort to those who loved her and inspire others to live with the same grace and devotion she exemplified throughout her life.

The family will receive friends from 5-7p.m., Monday, February 23, 2026, at the Gate City Funeral Home. Services will be conducted at 7:00p.m., in the Gene Falin Memorial Chapel of the funeral home with Pastor Bill Porter officiating.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00a.m., Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at Holston View Cemetery, Weber City, VA. Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home at 10:15a.m., to go in procession to the graveside service.

Nephews will serve as pallbearers.

Family would like to send special thanks to the Scott County Lifesaving Crew, the Cancer Center at Indian Path, Ballad Hospice and Holston Valley Hospital Palliative Care.

An online guest register is available for the Tipton family at www.gatecityfunerals.com.

Gate City Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Lawanda Jacqueline “Jackie” Tipton (née Collings).