Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Gate City, Virginia area

Glenda Sue Reams (Vaughn)

Glenda Sue Reams (Vaughn)

Jun 17, 2020

Glenda Vaughn Reams – Duffield, VA Glenda Sue (Vaughn) Reams, 68, Duffield, VA passed away, Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at her residence. Glenda was born in Scott County, VA on July 22, 1951. She was the daughter of Myrtle Cleo (Gilliam) Vaughn and the late Doyle Ray Vaughn. In addition to her father, her husband, Ronald Reams; brother, Marlin Vaughn;...

Henry Allen "Hank" Moss

Henry Allen "Hank" Moss

Jun 15, 2020

Henry Allen "Hank" Moss - Duffield, VA Henry Allen "Hank" Moss at the age of 52 died Monday, June 15, 2020. He leaves behind his parents, Ronald and Joan Moss; brother, Carl Moss; Mike Altemus, Sue Brown and Dawn Skipper; his wife, Beth Moss and his four kids, Alicia, Dustin, Brison, and Chrissa Moss; son-in-law, Devante Jackson and three grandchildren,...

Charles Franklin "Charlie" Fletcher

Charles Franklin "Charlie" Fletcher

Jun 15, 2020

Charles “Charlie” Franklin Fletcher – Gate City, VA Charles Franklin Fletcher, 76, passed away Monday, June 15, 2020 at his residence. Born in Scott County, VA on May 26, 1944 to the late Walter Pearl and Lillie Tilda (Tomlinson) Fletcher. Charlie loved serving the community with his produce stand, Charlie’s Fruits and Vegetables. He also loved flea markets and Jerry...

Annie Ernestine Duncan

Annie Ernestine Duncan

Jun 14, 2020

Annie Ernestine Duncan – Duffield, VA Annie Ernestine Duncan – Duffield, VA, 85, entered into eternal rest to be with her heavenly Father at her home, Sunday, June 14, 2020 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Hancock County, TN on March 13, 1935 to the late Jay and Sarada Duncan. She retired from J.P. Stevens and...

Valice Dougherty (Meade)

Valice Dougherty (Meade)

Jun 11, 2020

Valice Dougherty – Nickelsville, VA Valice Meade Dougherty, 99, Nickelsville, VA passed away Thursday, June 11, 2020. Valice was born in Scott County, VA on February 10, 1921 to the late Arthur L and Maude H. Meade. In addition to her parents, her husband, R. Gene Dougherty and her sister, Lola Dell White preceded her in death. Surviving is her...

Edith Pauline Cassell

Edith Pauline Cassell

Jun 6, 2020

Edith Pauline Cassell, Gate City, VA Edith Pauline Cassell, 98, of Gate City, VA passed away on Friday June 5, 2020 at Nova Healthcare Center. Pauline was born in Scott County, VA on December 1, 1921 to the late Martin J. and Eugenia Stapleton Wood. In addition to her parents, her husband, Emmit G. Cassell; sisters, Lou Jane Gilmer and...

Jamey Eugene Austin

Jamey Eugene Austin

Jun 5, 2020

Jamey Eugene Austin, Ft. Blackmore, VA Jamey Eugene Austin, 47, of Ft. Blackmore, VA passed away on Friday June 5, 2020 at Wellmont Holston Valley Hospital. He was born in Sullivan County, TN on May 12, 1973 to William Cecil Austin and the late Willie Ruth (Bowen) Austin. Jamey loved to hunt, fish, and ride 4-wheelers, but above all else...

Sherry Lynne Trent (Perry)

Sherry Lynne Trent (Perry)

Jun 3, 2020

Sherry Trent - Dungannon, VA Sherry Lynne Trent, 49, Dungannon, VA passed away Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at her residence. Sherry was born in Sullivan County, Tennessee on November 8, 1970 to Douglas and Linda (Darnell) Perry. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, family and her friends. Her son, Jeremy McNew; maternal grandparents, Charles and Lucille Darnell and her...

Ronald Preston "Ron" Cole

Ronald Preston "Ron" Cole

Jun 1, 2020

Ronald “Ron” Preston Cole, Gate City, VA Ronald “Ron” Preston Cole, 78, of Gate City, VA passed away on Monday June 1, 2020 at his residence. He was born in Scott County, VA on October 2, 1941 to the late Charles Preston and Nellie May (Hensley) Cole. He is also preceded in death by his beloved wife Judy McDavid Cole,...

Roy H. Odom II

Roy H. Odom II

May 29, 2020

There will be a guest registry set up for Roy H. Odom II at the Kingsport Farmers Market on Saturday, June 6, 2020. The market is located at 308 Clinchfield Street, Kingsport, TN. Hours of operation on Saturday are 7:00 am to 1:00 pm. Roy H. Odom II, Kingsport, TN Roy H. Odom II, 53, of Kingsport, TN, passed away...

Beulah "Boots" Page (Bowen)

Beulah "Boots" Page (Bowen)

May 25, 2020

Beulah Bowen “Boots” Page – Kingsport, TN Beulah Bowen “Boots” Page, 82, Kingsport, TN passed away, Monday, May 25, 2020 at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center after a brief illness. Boots was born in Scott County, VA on December 14, 1937. She was the daughter of the late Campbell Bascom and Ella Elizabeth (Barnette) Bowen. She was a 1956 graduate...

Betty Juanita Burton

Betty Juanita Burton

May 23, 2020

Betty Juanita Burton, Nickelsville, VA Betty Juanita Burton, 71, Nickelsville, VA passed away on Saturday May 23, 2020 at her residence. Betty was born in Scott County, VA on April 11, 1949 to the late William Kelly Collins, Sr. and Ethel May (Gibson) Collins. She is also preceded in death by her sister, Brenda Hess and brothers, Quinten, Richard, and...

Deborah Jean "Little Debbie" Jessee

Deborah Jean "Little Debbie" Jessee

May 20, 2020

Deborah Jean Jessee – Duffield, VA Deborah Jean “Little Debbie” Jessee, 58, Duffield, VA passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2020 at her residence. Debbie loved the Lord and was ready to be with him. She was born in Wise County, Virginia on November 19, 1961 to Joan (Shepard) Jessee and the late Arthur Eugene Jessee. In addition to her father,...

Margie Hazel Anderson (Williams)

Margie Hazel Anderson (Williams)

May 14, 2020

Margie Anderson – Bristol, TN Margie Hazel (Williams) Anderson, was a resident of Hiltons, VA for 67 years. She passed away, Thursday, May 14, 2020 at her residence in Bristol, TN. Margie was born in Scott County, VA on February 20, 1928, and was the daughter of the late Dillard Griffin and Lou Vena (Winkle) Williams. In addition to her...

Donald Wayne Stokes

Donald Wayne Stokes

May 10, 2020

Donald W. Stokes – Weber City, VA Donald Wayne Stokes, 77, Weber City, VA passed away, Sunday, May 10, 2020 at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center. Donald was born in Scott County, VA on August 12, 1942 and was the son of the late Cecil and Dotsie (Byrd) Stokes. He was a veteran of the United States Army and a...

James Lee Lane

James Lee Lane

May 9, 2020

James Lee Lane, Gate City, VA James Lee Lane. 72, of Gate City, VA passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2020 at the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center, Johnson City, TN. James was born in Scott County Virginia on February 8, 1948 to the late Judge Matthew, Sr. and Christa Belle (Lovell) Lane. He is also preceded in death...

Lonnie David Jenkins

Lonnie David Jenkins

May 9, 2020

Lonnie David Jenkins – Gate City, VA It is with a heavy heart that his wife, Lenise Jenkins announces the passing of her husband of 46 years, her soul mate, and love of her life, Lonnie David Jenkins. He entered into the loving arms of Jesus on Saturday, May 9, 2020 at their home. Lonnie was a devoted, loving husband...

Richard Lynn Hensley

Richard Lynn Hensley

May 6, 2020

Richard Lynn Hensley – Duffield, VA Richard Lynn Hensley, 65, Duffield, VA passed away, Wednesday, May 6, 2020 at his residence. Richard was born in Scott County, VA on April 11, 1955, and was the son of the late Willie and Hazel (McDavid) Hensley. He was a 1973 graduate of Rye Cove High School, and a professional truck driver. He...

Judy Ann Light (McMurray)

Judy Ann Light (McMurray)

May 4, 2020

Judy (McMurray) Light – Gate City, VA Judy Ann (McMurray) Light, 63, Gate City, VA passed away Monday, May 4, 2020 at her residence. Judy was born in Sullivan County, TN on December 14, 1956 to the late Robert and Betty (Greer) McMurray. She is survived by her husband, Jeff Light; sons, Jacob Otis Light and Jordan Robert Light; her...

James Ezra Akers

James Ezra Akers

May 2, 2020

-Attention - Due to the weather, the graveside committal service for Mr. James Akers will be held today, Tuesday, May 5, 2020 at 12:00p.m. in the Gene Falin Memorial Chapel of the Gate City Funeral Home. James Akers – Gate City, VA James Akers, 82, Gate City, Virginia passed away Saturday, May 2, 2020 at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center....