Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Services

06/12/2026

Janelle Joyce (Carr) Onks passed away June 8, 2026, at the age of 100. She was the daughter of the late Frank and Nola Carr and sister of John Carr (Claire), Jim Carr (Doris), and the late Judy Claxton (Doug.)

She was preceded in death by her first husband, Robert “Bob” Parker, KIA in Korea in 1950. Janelle and Chester Onks were married in 1956 until his death in 2010.

Janelle is survived by her three children, Matthew (Mavis), Lisa, and Kurt (Stacy.) She was the beloved “Grandy” of Cheston, Nathan, and Ethan; a precious aunt to her many nieces and nephews.

A private graveside service for the immediate family will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Fairhaven UMC, 3131 W. Walnut Street, JC, TN 37604.

Janelle’s family would like to thank the staff of NHC Healthcare and Caris Healthcare for their dedication and hard work over the past eight years.

Condolences may be sent to the family of Mrs. Onks at www.dillow-taylor.com

Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Jonesborough, TN 423-753-3821

06/11/2026

06/10/2026

Mrs. Linda Jean Leopold, age 75, Jonesborough, passed away Monday, June 8, 2026, at her residence.

Mrs. Leopold was born July 3, 1950, in Baltimore, Maryland, to the late George Delmas & Dorothy Bell Starliper Leopold. She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Georgia Ricker, brothers and sisters, George Leopold, Jr, Dorothy Pearl Lindauer, Sally Newell and Benjamin Leopold.

Survivors include several nephews, nieces, and cousins.

Interment services will be conducted at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, June 16, 2026, in Cedar Hill Memorial Cemetery, Baltimore, Maryland.

Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.dillow-taylor.com

Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Jonesborough, TN 423-753-3821

06/09/2026

Grief and gratitude. Loss and love.
Life often holds both at the same time.

06/08/2026

Ms. Terra Beth Smith, age 54, of Kingsport, passed away at Holston Valley Medical Center, on Saturday, June 6, 2026.

She was born on April 14, 1972, in Washington County, Tennessee to Michael and Linda Smith.

Terra graduated from Science Hill High School and after graduating she worked for many years as a housekeeper. She was a huge Alabama fan and loved animals. Her dog, Macy and her cat, Miley, were her best friends.

She was preceded in death by her son, Logan Smith; grandparents, Lawrence J. Smith and Sadie M. Geagley and William and Mary Frances Goodwin; aunts, Dolores Goodwin, Judy Beard; uncle, Joe Sims.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by her son, Dylan Isenberg (Liberty Neal); sister, Jennifer Lamb (Jason); grandson, Silas Isenberg; aunts, Sue Sims, Rita Glaze (Jim), Janice Hall (Greg), and Debbie Goodwin; uncle, Ray Smith (Marie); several cousins.

A Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home.

Graveside Services will be at 11:00 AM, Thursday, June 11, 026, at Fairview Cemetery with Pastor Bryan Orchard officiating. Anyone who would like to go in procession to the cemetery is asked to meet at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home by 10:15 AM.

Pallbearers will be Jason Lamb, Dylan Isenberg, Gary Butler and other church members.

Condolences may be sent to the Smith family online at www.dillow-taylor.com

Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Jonesborough, TN 423-753-3821

06/08/2026

Wilma Dene Emmert

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Wilma Dene Emmert, who passed away on June 2, 2026 at the age of 72.

Wilma was born on July 28, 1953, in Johnson City, Tennessee. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, life partner, and friend, whose kindness, strength, and generosity touched the lives of everyone who knew her. She devoted her life to her family and took great joy in supporting and caring for those she loved.

She is survived by her children, Shelia Thompson and husband Brian, Missy Lovelady, and Eric McElyea; grandchildren, Logan Rasnake (Tyler), Caleb Centers, and Gage Lovelady; life partner of 33 years, Thomas Little; sisters, Teresa Osborne and Sue Hammett; many nieces and nephews and other family members and friends who will cherish her memory.

She was proceeded in death by her parents, Paul and Martha Emmert; brother Larry Emmert; and sister Linda Bowser.

Wilma will be remembered for her warm smile, compassionate heart, unwavering faith, and the love she shared so freely with others. Her legacy lives on in the lives she touched and the family she treasured.

To honor her wishes, she has donated her body to the James H. Quillen College of Medicine for research. There will be no funeral or formal services. She preferred to be remembered in the memories shared, the stories told, and the love she left behind.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Washington County Animal Shelter, if desired.

Condolences may be sent to the Emmert family online at www.dillow-taylor.com

Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Jonesborough, TN 423-753-3821

06/08/2026

Don't let it be you.

06/06/2026

II Timothy 4:7-8 I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.

Mr. Benjamin Michael “Mike” Seaton, Jr. age 79, Greeneville, went to be with his Lord and Savior Friday, June 5, 2026, at Bristol Regional Medical Center after a brief illness.

Mr. Seaton was born in Greene County, Tennessee on November 12, 1946, to the late Ben & Rosa Lea Ferguson Seaton. He was a loving husband, father, brother and grandfather and was loved by all who knew him. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Brenda Austin Seaton, sister, Susan Marie Galiane, paternal grandparents, George & Nellie McCoy Seaton, maternal grandparents, James Harvey & Nora Babb Ferguson, father and mother-in-law, Onnie & Charlotte Austin, nephew, Brian Crawford, and several uncles, aunts, and cousins.

He was a member of Higher Ground Baptist Church in Kingsport, Tennessee and attended Kingsley Avenue Free Will Baptist Church in Greeneville as long as his health permitted. He enjoyed going to church, playing the piano and singing.

He was a 1969 graduate of North Greene High School. He retired from Kingsport Press after 25 years of service. He enjoyed watching UT Lady Vols basketball.

He will be sadly missed by family and friends.

Survivors include three sons, Mike Seaton, III and wife Karen, Matthew Seaton and girlfriend Mary Gordon and Brent “Marty” Seaton; grandchildren, Brayden Seaton, Koah Seaton, Wesley Burgess (Debra), Hannah Bolden (James), and Sarah Burgess; four great grandchildren; two sisters, Martha Lister and Linda Neal; two brothers, George Seaton and wife JoAnne and Steve Seaton; sisters-in-law, Barbara Morgan and Billie J. Reece (Harold); brother-in-law, Dan Galiane; special church friends at Higher Ground & Kingsley Avenue, and Robert Marshall that was like a brother to his sons; and several nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.

Funeral services will be conducted at 4:00 PM Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home with Pastor Gary Gentry and Pastor Tim Roach officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00-4:00 PM Tuesday prior to the service

Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.dillow-taylor.com

Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Jonesborough, TN 423-753-3821