Jonesborough Funeral Home & Cremation Services

11/17/2025

Mr. Leonard Dockery Jr., age 78, Jonesborough, passed away at his home on Thursday, November 13, 2025.

Mr. Dockery was born in Ft Blackmore, VA to the late Leonard and Daisy Gilliam Dockery. He was also preceded in death by brother David Dockery, stepdaughter Teri Warren and stepson Timmy Newman.

He was a US Army Veteran having served in Vietnam. He enjoyed camping and sports.

Survivors include his wife Jonnie Dockery; two sons Brian Dockery (Missy), and James Dockery. Step children Tommy Newman (Ashley), Sheri Lewis (Mark), Lexy Long (Steve), Yvonne Garst (Doug), and son in law Scott Warren. Fifteen grandchildren and twenty-four great-grandchildren, one brother Danny Dockery (Sue), one sister Trish McNew (Keith), and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be conducted Monday evening November 17, 2025 6:00p.m. at Jonesborough Funeral Home with Pastor Tommy Clark officiating. The family will receive family and friends 4:00 - 6:00 prior to the service.

Graveside service with military honors will be Tuesday, November 18, 2025 11:00a.m. at Mountain Home National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be family and friends.

11/16/2025

Mr. Tyler James Moody, age 44, of Bristol, VA, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 11, 2025.

Tyler was born in Johnson City, TN, to Mike and Jill Luster Moody. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jack and Phyllis Luster, and Jim Moody, a special “Aunt Bebbie" Evelyn Edwards, and cousin Lainey Guilliams.

Tyler was a 1999 graduate of Daniel Boone High School. He was employed by Dr. Dry Restoration in Kingsport. He was a member of Grace Brethren Church in Limestone.

Tyler was a wonderful husband and dad. He had a deep love for his family and friends and loved spending time with them. His quick wit and infectious laugh made every day fun and memorable. He also had a passion for all kinds of music and was involved in the music scene in and around Bristol. He hosted a radio show, "Random Rules" with the Birthplace of Country Music. He was an active volunteer and community leader in the Bristol area. He was a member of Bristol & Kingsport Chambers and the Bristol Optimist Club.

Survivors including his parents are his wife of 21 years Hollie Moody, son Henry James Moody, daughter Iris Moody Dean and grandson Wyatt James;
brothers Ben Moody (Summer) and their children Dakota, Mason and Max; Eric Moody (Chelsea) and their children Wesley, Harper and Jaclyn; grandmother Tommy Moody; mother-in -law Pam Brown, father-in-law Doug Burnette (Sharon), sister-in-law Cassi Burnette and her daughter Kayden;
aunts and uncles:
Brian Moody and his family Lauren, Bria, and Jude; Shelley Winegar (Bob) and their children and grandchildren: Heather and Nathan Honaker (Molly and Josie), Kristal and Jim Woods (Kate and Jack); Beth Guilliams (Jason) and their children and grandchildren: Andy and Chelsea Guilliams (Adalyn and Mason), Brayden and Taylor Guilliams ( Loreli); and special friends, especially the ‘man dinner gang’.
Go Reds!

Tyler had a huge heart for those less fortunate, so memorial donations in his honor can be made to the Boys & Girls Club of Bristol and Second Harvest Food Bank.

A private Memorial service for the Family will be held. Those wishing to pay their respects may stop by Jonesborough Funeral Home Sunday November 23, 2025 from 1:00 to 5:00 PM.
A memorial Service will be held in Bristol at a later date.

11/15/2025

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11/12/2025

Mr. Kenneth Wayne Wyatt, age 83, Johnson City, passed away on November 11, 2025 at Lakebridge Health Care.

Mr. Wyatt was born in Carter County to the late Roscoe and Zelmaire Blevins Wyatt. Her was also preceded in death by a sister, Wilma Jean Calhoun.

Mr. Wyatt was a United States Army Veteran.

Kenneth was a retired licensed electrician with IBEW 934 Kingsport, TN. He loved going to car shows and was a member of the Carder County Car Club and a former member of the Studebaker Car Club.

Survivors include his wife, Linda Bradford Peters Wyatt, son, Anthony Wayne Wyatt, step sons, David Peters and Jeffery Peters, grandchildren, Erin Hargrove, Cooper Wyatt, and Zoe Wyatt; step-grandchildren, Jake Peters, and Lindsey Peters; great grandchildren, Lincoln, Elliott, Emery, Mason, Elijah and Levi; brother, Thurman Wyatt, sisters, Evelyn Trivett, and Glenna Buckingham; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service for Mr. Wyatt will be Saturday November 15, 2025 4:00PM at Jonesborough Funeral Home with Paster Paul Peer officiating. The family will receive family and friends from 2:00 to 4:00 PM prior to the service.

Graveside will be Monday November 17, 2025 11:00 AM at Mountain Home National Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be, Chris Carver, Chandler Carver, Austin Carver, Cooper Wyatt Randy Woods, and Matt Hargrove.

11/11/2025

Ms. Debra "Debbie" Rose Ard, age 74, Johnson City, passed away on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at the Johnson City Medical Center.
Debbie was born in Gary, Indiana, to the late Earl and Jeanetta Elea. She was also preceded in death by her brother, David Elea, sister, Marilyn Watkins, and brother-in-law, Fulton Watkins.

Debbie graduated from Calumet High School in 1969. She enjoyed spending time at the beach, relaxing while watching her favorite television shows, and playing the Lottery—always dreaming of winning big so she could buy a home for everyone in her family. Debbie had a special love for her three dogs, who she adored and loved to spoil.

Debbie was a devoted member of Watauga First Baptist Church and looked forward to Sunday services each week. She loved her church family dearly and found great comfort and joy in her faith and fellowship.

She was a selfless and compassionate woman who consistently placed the needs of others before her own. A devoted mother and cherished grandmother, Debbie’s love, guidance, and gentle spirit touched all who knew her. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by her family, friends, and all whose lives she touched.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Young and her nurse AK at Johnson City Medical Center for their compassionate care and support during Debbie’s time there.

Survivors include her children, Amy Goins, Brian Ard and Wayne Peek; grandchildren, Hailee Williams (Robbie), Emilee Goins (Brooklyn) Mazie Ard (Zack), Collin Ard, Ryder Peek, Lexington Ard; seven great grandchildren; two special nieces Kathy Hendrix and Tara Hendrix, sister-in-law Sandy Elea and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral Service for Debbie will be Thursday November 13, 2025 at 4:00 PM at Watauga First Baptist Church, 111 East 3rd Avenue, Watauga, TN 37694 with Pastor Jamie Gladden officiating. The family will receive friends from 2:00 to 4:00 PM prior to the services. There will be a celebration of life directly following the service at the church.

11/03/2025

Mrs. Lois Legg, 94, Jonesborough, passed away Saturday, November 1, 2025 at Four Oaks Health Care in Jonesborough.

Mrs. Legg was born on January 9, 1931, in Elk Park, North Carolina, to the late Coy and Stella Miller Davis. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Eugene "Buck" Legg, two sisters, Wilma Oliver, and Belva Carder, one brother, Ronald Davis, and a son-in-law, Tony Clark.

Mrs. Legg was a 1950 graduate of Jonesboro High School. Her Husband, Buck, owned and operated West Side Radiator, Lois was the bookkeeper. She was also a homemaker, she was a wonderful mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She enjoyed gardening, and canning. Lois was also a Tennessee Vols fan.

Survivors include her children, Janice Clark, Steve Legg and Teresa, Lori Burchell and husband Junior, and Chris Mowery and husband Carl; grandchildren, Stephanie Walters, and husband William, and Carly Mowery, one great grandchild Caroline Walters; brothers and sisters, Virginia Sparks, Deadrick Davis, Pearl Williams, J.C. Davis, and Geraldine Briggs.

The family will receive family and friends Tuesday November 4, 2025 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Jonesborough Funeral Home. Graveside service will be held Wednesday November 5, 2025 11:00 AM at Happy Valley Memorial Park with Rev. Junior Burchell officiating. Pallbearers will be family and friends.

10/30/2025

Ms. Penny Sue Nelson, age 66, Jonesborough, passed away on Tuesday October 28, 2025 at Princeton Transitional Care, Johnson City.
Penny was the daughter of the late Billy Gene Nelson. She was also preceded in death by her grandparents, Andrew and Gladys Nelson, her great-grandparents, Daniel and Cora Cash, and cousin Jill Nelson.
Penny worked for Sprint until her health would no longer allow her.
She loved her dogs as if they were her kids, Snuggles, Payton, and Rufus. They are now reunited in Heaven.
She was a good person, willing to give the shirt off her back to someone in need. She loved her family and would fight ferociously for them, especially for her sister Vickie. She was also a big Jimmy Buffett fan; she was a “Parrot Head.”
She was a member of Embreeville United Methodist Church.
Survivors include her sisters and brother-in-law, Vickie and Warren Browder, her favorite nephew Billy Harris, and his wife Crystal, great nephew and niece, Hunter and wife Ali Harris, and Hannah Harris, special cousins Sherry and Rick Adams, and special friend Lisa Lewis.
Memorial service will be held Monday, November 3, 2025, 6:00 PM at New Hope Brethren Church, 352 New Hope Road, Jonesborough, TN.

10/27/2025

Delores Normanda Wells Born July 29, 1938
She Walked hand in hand with Jesus into the Kingdom Of Heaven October 26, 2025.

Delores (Nanny, Penny, Peanut) was born to the late Benny Crawford and the late Eldora Gordon Crawford of Big Four
West VA.

Her love for Jesus and others has touched the hearts of many. She loved like Jesus in every aspect. Nanny was “nanny” to every soul she encountered and her love will live on in the hearts of all she encountered in her time here with us.

She is preceded in death by her loving Buddy (dog) who her ashes will be spread with back home where her family lay at rest in WV, Kit (cat) son in law, Troy Bruner and a grandson Travis McKinney and Grandson Josh Wells who she loved dearly.

Left to cherish her memory is daughter Lyn McKinney (husband Darrell, son Morgan), Son Frank Wells Jr ( son Troy, daughter Caitlyn, grandson Greyson) And daughter Tracy Wells (daughter Amber, son Nathan, daughter Savanna, grandson Casey, grand daughter Eliza, grandson Sage). Total 10 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren as well as many other loved relatives and friends as well as her sweet dog Asher, and grandcat Aurora.

Special caregiver and grandson Nathan Wells and his fiancé Peyton Robertson.

The family would like to thank Ariel with Amedysis Hospice and neighbor/dear friend Jessica for the care of their loved one.

10/11/2025

Hong Ying Lisa Ciacci was a force of nature; fierce, and full of love. She lived with a generous heart, an adventurous soul, and a knack for turning every day into a story worth telling. Her greatest pride and deepest love was her family. Lisa is survived by her beloved husband of 43 years, Joseph, and her two children, Andrew and Elise, who know that she was the best soulmate and mom that anyone could ask for. She was their fiercest advocate, the voice in the crowd they could always hear, and their most trusted advisor (even when they didn’t ask for it). Lisa was the Captain of the family ship.

Those who knew her will remember a woman who was truly full of life; radiant, adventurous, and endlessly giving. She had a laugh that could fill a room, wisdom that often came with a side of sass, and a generosity that knew no limits. An avid traveler and adventurer, always eager to explore new places and embrace different cultures. Whether hiking up mountains, going on safaris, paragliding through the Swiss Alps, or trying to talk to the penguins in Antarctica, she approached the world with curiosity and made friends with everyone around her. No one was ever a stranger for long. Anyone who knew her wouldn’t have been surprised if her fearlessness and curiosity led to a lion or hippo chasing her through the African safari (because yes, she would try to pet and befriend them).

She was an extraordinary cook, not just because her food was amazing (it was), but because her meals were love on a plate. She brought people together around her table, usually over a feast, a story, and maybe a little unsolicited life advice.

At home in Jonesborough, Lisa found community and deep friendship through the Jonesborough Senior Center. She was its unofficial hype woman, cheering on her hiking buddies, painting with style, kickboxing with gusto, and forming lifelong bonds with the people she met there. She treasured that community and gave so much of herself in return.

Lisa’s love language was food, deep loyalty, and well-timed pearls of wisdom (some requested, many not). She was happiest when the people she loved were thriving, and she was never shy about nudging them (okay, pushing them) toward their potential.

Lisa’s family believes if there’s a couple of things she would have wanted everyone to take with them; it would be to love those around us with every ounce of love you have, and to live life as voraciously as she did… also, always look for a good bargain and don’t be afraid to haggle.

In lieu of flowers donation may be made to the Jonesborough Senior Center, 307 E Main Street Jonesborough, TN 37659.

The family will receive family and friends from 5:00 to 7:00 pm Monday October 13, 2025 at Jonesborough Funeral Home, 1776 hwy 11-E Jonesborough, TN 37659.

09/29/2025

Jonesborough Funeral Home & Cremation Services is honored to serve the Lane family.
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09/26/2025

Latonia "Toni" Sharon Gentry Hughes, 68, of Jonesborough, passed away on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at Franklin Woods Community Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. She was born to the late Charles and Betty Pierce Gentry.

In addition to her parents, Latonia was preceded in death by her sister, Frenda Gentry, and brother, Carson Gentry.

She was a loving caring mother and always put others first. She loved her children and grandchildren more than anything and they were her world. She was of the Baptist faith. She loved going to church when she was able to. She loved going to God's Corner, yard sales, and cooking.

She is survived by her three daughters, Lindsey Hughes (Brittany), Summer Hughes ( Chris) and Brittany Hughes (Casey) one son Dustin Hughes; and her grandchildren, Logan Austin Carver (Paige), Chandler Carver, Kinley Byrd, Cayson Byrd, Easton Roseberry, Neyland Hughes, Brooklyn Legg, James Legg, Haven Hughes, Elizabeth Jace Willis, and Caitlynn Bales; and a great grandchildren, Cali Carver and Cadence Carver; one niece Renee O Baugh (Chris); special friends, Jerry Hughes, Judy Ginley, Karen McKinney, and Shona Stoots.

The family would like to thank Franklin Woods nursing staff on the third floor, Dr, Schoondyke, Michael Smith and Adam Coe for giving her the best care.

The Hughes family will gather to greet friends and share memories on Monday September 29, 2025 at Jonesborough Funeral Home from 12:30 to 2:30. Graveside Service to follow at 3:00 PM in The Garden of Love in Washington County Memory Gardens with Pastor Trevor Knight officiating.

Pallbearers will be Logan, Austin, Chris, Chandler, Casey, Keith and Brandon. Honorary Pallbearers, Cayson, Easton and Neyland.

Memories and condolences can be shared with the Hughes family at www.jonesboroughfuneralhome.com.
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09/23/2025

Jonesborough Funeral Home & Cremation Services is honored to serve the Wyatt family.
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