All Obituaries

Lois Lee Mayes, age 79, of Sneedville, passed away December 7, 2019, with her family by her side.  She was born to parents, McKinley Collins and Flora Collins in Jonesville, Va.  Lois was a patriarch of faith in the Mayes Family and inspired many friends through her faith and testimony in Jesus Christ.  She survived a liver transplant 24 years ago.  She survived breast cancer and fought a courageous battle with Parkinson’s Disease.  And whose faith in Jesus...

Larry D. Hopkins, age 74, of Sneedville, passed away December 7, 2019.  Larry owned & operated Discount Auto Parts for many years.  He had a love for Mustangs.  He was saved at an early age and belonged to Unicoi Baptist Church.  He was preceded in death by his father, Don Hopkins; mother, Elsie Hopkins; son-in-law, Daniel Sexton and granddaughter, Lakin Sexton   Survivors include; Son; Larry Wayne Hopkins of Sneedville Daughter; Crystal Sexton of...

Bobbie Helmick, age 81, of Sneedville, born March 2, 1938 , went to be with the Lord on December 7, 2019 at her home.  She was a member of Duck Creek Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Reuben & Eliza Collins; two brothers; three sisters; husband, (Ed) Edgar Hemick; sons, Robert & Ricky Helmick; daughters, Janice Mathis & Linda Wright; grandchildren, Travis & Joey Helmick; great-grandchild, Brandy Copeland and many other loved...

David Marshall Johnson, age 40, of Kyles Ford, gained his heavenly wings Wednesday, November 27, 2019.  He was saved at a young age and was a member of Davis Chapel Church.  He was of the Baptist faith. He was precede in death by his grandparents, Reno Drinnon, Margie Sellers and Marshal & Grace Johnson; uncles, Curtis Johnson & Junior Drinnon; aunt, Margaret Johnson and cousins, Brian Maxwell and Starla Dalton, whom he thought of as his little sister.   He is...

Barbara Jean Sizemore, age 83, of Sneedville, departed this life and gained her wings on November 24, 2019.  Barbara was a very loving person who had a great sense of humor and loved to laugh.  She loved spending time with her family, cooking and gardening.  Barbara was dearly loved and will be sadly missed.  She professed faith in Christ at a young age and was a member of Henard’s Chapel Church in Rogersville, Tn.  She was preceded in death by her parents,...

Kenneth (Kenny) Dwayne Mahan, born April 16, 1947, of Sneedville, went to be with the Lord on November 23, 2019 at the age of 72.  He professed his faith and was saved at a young age.  He was a lifetime member of Stony Gap Missionary Baptist Church.  He lived in the Stony Gap community all his life and loved to farm and raise his garden.  He worked as a truck driver and was a member of the Masons.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Chester & Edna Mahan...

Lowell Grant Craft, age 75, of Sneedville, departed this life on November 4, 2019.  He was saved at an early age and was a faithful member of Faith Freedom Baptist Church.  Lowell was a faithful servant of the Lord, husband, father, grandfather and friend. He was a veteran of the US Army and loved his country deeply. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Hershel, Wendell & Cecil Craft   He is survived by; Wife; Barbara Craft of Sneedville Step-Son &...

Ruby Roberts Reed, born February 5, 1932, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, October 23, 2019.  She professed faith in Christ at an early age and joined Yellow Branch Baptist Church, where she remained a member until her passing.  She was a 1951 graduate of Hancock County High School.  Before her illness, Ruby worked with the Hancock County School System where she enjoyed working with special needs children.  She was a great cook and always loved to feed her...

Ricky Raymond Smith, born July 29, 1961, of Eidson, passed away Tuesday, October 22, 2019 after an extended illness.  He will be truly missed by all his loved ones.  He was a member of Guntown Baptist Church later moving to worship at West View Baptist Church of Rogersville.  Rick’s greatest pleasure was watching his grandchildren play.  His eyes lighted up to see each one walk into the room.  He enjoyed riding four wheelers in the mountains with his...

Jimmy G. Mathis, born June 3, 1950, passed away suddenly at Johnson City Medical Center on October 19, 2019.  He was a member of Cedar Grove Baptist Church.  Jimmy served in the US Army for about 3 years and was employed by the Hancock County Board of Education for about 30 years.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Shelton &Nora Mathis and sisters, Susie Mathis Davis & Thelma Ruth Mathis   Survivors include; Wife of 50 years; Carol Yount Mathis of...