Local obituaries for the Gate City, Virginia area
Michael Christopher Darnell
Aug 7, 2025
Michael Christopher Darnell- Kingsport, TN
Michael Christopher Darnell, 34, Kingsport, TN, passed away, Thursday, August 7, 2025, at his residence.
Michael was born in Kingsport, TN, on May 29, 1991, and was the son of Micheal Dale Darnell, and Lisa (Winesett) Darnell.
Preceding him in death are his paternal grandparents, Walker and Ruth Darnell; and maternal grandparents, Anna Ruth and Delmoe Jessee, and...
Gene L Miller
Aug 7, 2025
Gene L. Miller – Magnolia, TX
Gene L Miller, 95, Magnolia, TX, and formerly of Gate City, VA passed away, Thursday, August 7, 2025.
Gene was born, November 17, 1929, in Hugoton, KS and was the son of the late Eldon and Iva (Beasley) Miller.
In addition to his parents, his wife, Reba (Quillen) Miller preceded him in death.
He was a veteran of...
Carlton Conrad Stamper
Aug 5, 2025
Carlton Stamper – Gate City, VA
With profound sadness we announce the passing of Carlton Conrad Stamper, Sr. and his son, Carlton Conrad Stamper, Jr. who left us Tuesday, August 5, 2025.
Carlton, Sr. was born October 25, 1941, in Tazewell County, VA.
He was a lifelong Veteran of the United States Air Force, where he retired as a Master Sargent with numerous...
Billie Jean Flanary
Aug 2, 2025
Billie Jean Brickey Flanary – Gate City, VA
Billie Jean Brickey Flanary, 76, born November 10, 1948, of Gate City, VA went to be with her heavenly father, forever home on August 2, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her late husband Jimmy Lee Flanary, her parents, Ruth Lee and Rhea Eugene Brickey also a sister Betty Marie Johnson.
She was a...
Audra Francisco Falin
Jul 30, 2025
Audra Falin – Dungannon, VA
Audra Lynn (Francisco) Falin, 50, Dungannon, VA, passed away, Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at her residence.
Audra was born in Kingsport, TN on November 25, 1974, and was the daughter of the late James Edward Francisco, Jr., and Zola (Amos) Francisco.
In addition to her parents, her special brother-in-law, Richard (Ricky) Rudder preceded her in death.
She is survived...
Thurman Mckinley Elkins
Jul 30, 2025
Thurman Elkins – Weber City, VA
Thurman Mckinley Elkins, 82, Weber City, VA, passed away, Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at his residence.
Thurman was born in Burdine, KY, on January 2, 1943, and was the son of the late Jessie and Alberta (Bryant) Elkins.
He was veteran of the United States Army.
In addition to his parents, his sister and brother preceded him in...
Tanner Keith France
Jul 25, 2025
Tanner Keith France- Gate City, VA
Tanner Keith France, 39, Gate City, VA, was moved to Heaven by angels, Friday, July 25, 2025, at his parent’s residence.
Tanner was born in Kingsport, TN, on February 2, 1986, and is the son of Terry Keith France and Rebecca Leona (Bridges) France.
Preceding him are his paternal grandparents, Garland and Rose France, and maternal grandparents,...
Shannon Joel Elliott
Jul 24, 2025
Shannon Joel Elliott- Gate City, VA
Shannon Joel Elliott, 59, Gate City, VA, passed away, Thursday, July 24, 2025, at Holston Valley Medical Center.
Shannon was born in Sullivan County, TN, to Freda Carol Elliott and the late Jerry Mack Elliott.
Left to cherish his memory are his mother, Freda Carol Elliott; daughters, Tabitha Dingus (Mark) and Tess Shelton (Zac); brother, Marty Elliott...
Guy Henry Tipton
Jul 23, 2025
Guy Henry Tipton, 98, of the Bishoptown community of Duffield went home to be with his Lord and family on July 23, 2025, at Ridgecrest Manor in Duffield.
He was of the Baptist faith having attended Brick Church of Rye Cove for many years where he served as a deacon.
As long as he was able, he loved the outdoors where he...
Mary Lynn Dickey
Jul 22, 2025
Mary Lynn Dickey – Duffield, Virginia
Mary Lynn (Humble) Marak Dickey, 90 passed on July 22nd. She passed peacefully at her residence, surrounded by her loved ones.
Lynn was born in Keams Canyon, Arizona on October 21, 1934. She spent her early years on White Cone Arizona Navajo Indian reservation.
She was a 1952 graduate of Ray High School, Corpus Christi, TX. While...
Larry Sylvan Collier
Jul 19, 2025
Larry Sylvan Collier – Duffield, VA
Larry Sylvan Collier, 87, Duffield, VA, passed away Saturday, July 19, 2025, at the VA Mountain Home, Johnson City, TN.
He was born in East Stone Gap, VA on November 6, 1937, to the late Edgar and Georgia (Gilly) Collier.
Sylvan served his country in the U.S. Army and worked at Holston Defense and Power Equipment Co....
Ettie Marie Spivey
Jul 18, 2025
Ettie Marie Spivey – Gate City, VA
Ettie Marie Spivey, 97, Gate City, VA passed away peacefully on Friday, July 18, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born on January 4, 1928, she was the daughter of the late Newton and Virgie (McDavid) Hammonds.
Ettie was a lifelong resident of Scott County and a beloved member of Tipton’s Chapel Church. She...
Gary Lynn Hunley
Jul 16, 2025
Evangelist Gary Lynn Hunley - Weber City, VA
Gary Lynn Hunley, 73 passed away Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at the Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center, Kingsport, TN.
He was born on June 27, 1952, in Marshall, VA, to the late Warren James and Emma Sue (Pendleton) Hunley.
Gary was an Evangelist for forty plus years wherever he was called to preach and sing.
In...
Gail Quillen
Jul 15, 2025
Barbara Gail Quillen- Gate City, VA
Gail Quillen, 87, Gate City, VA, passed away, Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at NHC Healthcare, Kingsport, TN.
Gail was born in Knoxville, TN, on January 18, 1938, and was the daughter of the late George Madre Burdette and Virginia (Eggers) Burdette.
Left to cherish her memory is her husband of 65 years, Ford Quillen; daughters Madre Forsha...
Glenda Kaye Johnson
Jul 14, 2025
Glenda Kaye Johnson
Glenda Kaye Johnson, 75, Hawkins County, TN, passed away Monday, July 14, 2025, at Church Hill Health and Rehab.
Glenda was born in Gate City, VA, on August 24, 1949, to the late Garson Flanary and Vonnie (Falin) Flanary.
In addition to her parents, her son, William Bruce Hart, Jr.; sisters, Cora Ethel, Effie Mae, Maude Elvie, Ranzy, Betty Jo,...
Wanda Geraldine "Jerry" Bishop
Jul 14, 2025
Wanda Geraldine “Jerry” Bishop- Weber City, VA
Wanda Geraldine “Jerry” Bishop, 97, Weber City, VA, went to be with her “sweet little Jesus”, Monday, July 14, 2025, at NOVA Health and Rehab.
Jerry was born on May 13, 1928, in Bland County, VA, to the late Ellis and Lillie Belle (Stacy) Ford.
She spent her entire life in Clinchport, VA working as a...
Annie Elizabeth Casteel
Jul 6, 2025
Elizabeth Quillen Casteel, 83, of Kingsport, TN entered into her eternal rest on Sunday, July 6, 2025, at Holston Valley Medical Center.
Elizabeth was born in Scott County, VA on December 2, 1941. She is the daughter of the late Nancy Lucille Harris Quillen and Buster Brown Quillen, Sr.
She graduated from Gate City High School and scored the highest score for...
Cassie Ann (Gibson) Hensley
Jul 4, 2025
Cassie Ann (Gibson) Hensley- Duffield, VA
Cassie Ann (Gibson) Hensley, 71, Duffield VA, passed away, Friday, July 4, 2025, at Holston Valley Medical Center.
Cassie was born on December 20, 1953, in Tazewell County, VA, to the late Ervin Edward Gibson, and Evelyn Laura (Lucas) Gibson.
Cassie had many hobbies including sewing, bingo, playing cards, and even fishing. She retired from Buster Brown.
In...
Genevieve McMurray
Jul 4, 2025
Obituary for Genevieve McMurray
June 6, 1939 – July 4, 2025
Genevieve McMurray, age 86, of Hiltons, Virginia, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Hiltons on June 6, 1939, Genevieve was a lifelong resident of the community, known for her kindness, dedication to her family, and deep roots in the local area.
She was preceded...
Billy Ray Bowen
Jul 2, 2025
Billy Ray Bowen – Gate City, VA
Billy Ray Bowen, 92, Gate City, VA passed away, Thursday, July 2, 2025, at Heritage Hall in Big Stone Gap, VA.
Billy was born in Gate City, VA on June 8, 1933, and was the son of the late John and Nora (Fain) Bowen.
In addition to his parents, his wife, Suella (Purkey) Bowen, and his...
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