Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Services

01/16/2025

01/15/2025

Jennifer “Alice” Masters Samples, age 70, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2025, at Johnson City Medical Center.

She was born on October 19, 1954, in Johnson City, Tennessee to Jason Bowman “J.B.” Masters and Mary Sue Hylton Masters.

She was a proud alumnus of Washington College Academy and was in the first graduating class of David Crockett High School. She graduated from ETSU with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Alice was an honorably discharged Veteran and Captain in the US Army Reserves 912th M.A.S.H. and served in Desert Storm. She was a retired registered nurse from the VA Mountain Home Medical Center where she worked on the Respiratory Ward, O.R., Outpatient Surgery, Cardiac Telemetry, and Patient and Staff Training. Alice was cherished and held in high regard by coworkers and patients, had a compassionate bedside manner, and always had a humorous story to tell. Admitting she was “bossy”, she was a born leader.

Alice had a heart for others and always wanted everyone to know they were loved, having a kind word to say to anybody she came across. Growing up on a dairy farm, she had a natural affinity for growing beautiful flowers and delicious vegetables. She canned half-runner beans that the family was blessed to enjoy during Sunday dinners. On most summer mornings, you could find her in her yard tending to her garden. She also embroidered and cross-stitched many beautiful pieces which are now family heirlooms. She was an avid reader and an amazing cook.

Alice was survived by her beloved dog Shep; sister Angela (Mike) Shelton; brother, Mark (Angela) Masters; nieces and nephews: Adam (Candice) Shelton, Whitney (Jordan) Edens, Drew (Katherine) Masters and Dr. Katie Masters (J.C. Moore); great nieces and nephews: Amber, Jade and Michael Shelton, Sydney and Vali Edens, and Ivy and Luke Masters; and a special aunt, Faye Masters, along with a host of cousins.

The family appreciates the prayers and support from extended family members, friends and the staff of Johnson City Medical Center.

The family will receive friends from 4:00-6:00 PM Sunday, January 19, 2025, at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home. The Appalachian Highlands Nursing Honor Guard will conduct an honor service at 6:00 PM following the visitation.

Graveside services with Military Honors will be conducted 11:00 AM, Monday, January 20, 2025, at Mt. Wesley Cemetery with Pastor Jeremy D***s officiating.

Pallbearers will be family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Mt. Wesley Cemetery, c/o Lois Kyker, 266 Roy Green Rd. Telford, Tennessee 37690.

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

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

01/15/2025

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01/14/2025

Mr. Robert Paul Roberge, age 70, of Jonesborough, passed away at Holston Valley Medical Center, on Saturday, January 11, 2025.

He was born on June 9, 1954, to the late Gene and Pearl Roberge, in Colchester, Connecticut.

Bob was a member of Jonesborough Cruisers Car Club and a Tool and Die Maker for Pratt & Whitney Aircraft in Hartford, Connecticut. He was also a former truck driver for Richard Diehl Trucking.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Gene and Pearl.

Those left to cherish his memory are son, Joshua Roberge (Courtney Sanders) of Murfreesboro; former wife, Barbara Magellan of Charleston, SC; grandson, Noah Sanders; cousins, Debbie Prince and Donna Prince, both of Connecticut; several other cousins.

A Memorial Service will be held at 4:00 PM, Thursday, January 16, 2025, at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home with Barbara Magellan speaking. Prior to the service, the family will receive friends from 2:00 to 4:00 PM.

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

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

01/13/2025

Mr. Edward J. Wnuk, age 80, of Telford, passed away at his residence on Friday, January 10, 2025, surrounded by his family.

He was born on November 9, 1944, to the late Walter and Genevive Dombrowski Wnuk, in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Edward proudly served his country in United States Marines.

In addition to his parents, Edward was preceded in death by his brothers, Robert, Walter, and Joseph Wnuk.

Those left to cherish his memory are wife, Julie Wnuk; sons, Christopher Wnuk (Colleen) of Belding, Michigan, Michael Stortz (Claire) of Satsuma, Florida; daughter, Jessica Meyer, of Garden City, Kansas; son-in-law, Curtis Meyer, of Austin, Texas; grandchildren, Kyle Wnuk, Makenzie Wnuk, Eli Meyer, Colton Schlereth, Gavin Stortz, Gemma Stortz, Noah Stortz; sister, Marcia Saganski; brothers, Thomas Wnuk and Richard Wnuk; several nieces and nephews.

An Inurnment will take place in the spring at Mountain Home National Cemetery.

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

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

01/13/2025

Mr. Peter Lantelme Heimbach Sr., age 88, of Jonesborough, passed away at his home on Sunday, January 12, 2025, surrounded by his family.

He was born on June 5, 1936, to the late Harold Washington and Isolde Merz Heimbach, in New Rochelle, New York and grew up in Basking Ridge, New Jersey.

Peter began his career in the United States Air Force rising to the rank of Airman as an Aircraft Mechanic. He then entered Newark College of Engineering where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, which he used as a professional Engineer throughout his career building public infrastructure in New Jersey. He loved anything related to trains and was an active friend of Bill W. along with many others, DD & GTM.

In addition to his parents, Harold and Isolde, Peter was preceded in death by his first wife, Carol Peterman Heimbach; third wife, Gaynell “Buddie” Jeanette Heimbach; and brother, Harold “Sarge” Washington Heimbach Jr.

Survivors include his sons, Peter Lantelme Heimbach Jr. (Lynn) and David Mark Heimbach (Edward Wagner), and grandsons, Timothy, Josh and Josiah.

A Memorial Service will be held at 7:00 PM, Thursday, January 16, 2025, at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home with Pastor Trent Travis officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the TN Railroad Museum, 207 North Boone Street, Johnson City, TN 37604.

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

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

01/11/2025

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01/09/2025

Charles Lee Andrew Conner, Jr., 1 year old son, of Charlie and Emily Conner, passed away on January 3, 2025, at Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital.

Charlie Jr. was born on December 2, 2023, in Johnson City, Tennessee. He was a precious gift who loved to cuddle and be sung his favorite songs Jesus Loves Me and A Bushel and a Peck. He fought hard during his short life and always knew and sensed his parents’ presence.

Those left to cherish his memory are his parents, Charlie and Emily Conner; paternal grandparents, Greg and Ann Conner; maternal grandparents, Andy and Lois Brockelman; aunt and uncle, Drew and Okimo Brockelman; cousins, McKaylyn and Andrew Brockelman.

A Memorial Service will be held at 12:00 PM on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at Tri-Cities Baptist Church with “Poppa” Andrew Brockelman officiating. Please wear something with blue in it to honor Charlie Jr.

Prior to the service the family will receive friends from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, Saturday, January 18, 2025, at Tri-Cities Baptist Church, 171 Promise Land, Gray, TN 37615.

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

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

01/08/2025

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01/06/2025

Mr. Doug Gregory Williams, age 44, Chuckey, passed away unexpectedly, Saturday, January 4, 2025, at Greeneville Community Hospital.

Mr. Williams was born on June 19, 1980, in Brooklyn, New York, to Jenny Yorke Williams, Brooklyn, NY and the late Cyril E. Williams.

Doug was a beloved husband, father, and friend who touched the lives of everyone he met. His passion for life was evident in everything he did. He was very proud to be a United States Marine Corps Veteran, having served three combat tours in Iraq.

He was known as Doug “The Cobra” Williams to many, as he was a Professional MMA Heavyweight Champion out of Team Oxendine in Johnson City, but most importantly he was known by the way he loved his family and his friends. Doug had an incredible ability to express his true emotions, making those around him feel deeply valued and appreciated.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his loving wife that he was so excited to marry on October 22, 2024, Brandi Williams of Chuckey, his children that he was so proud of and loved so deeply, Doug Williams, Jr. and Donte’ Williams (Lindsay Cole) both of Johnson City, Gianna Williams (Mason Fisher), Knoxville, Darius Williams, Iceland, Charli Williams, Chuckey, Infanta Williams, Elizabethton, and Graci Williams, Chuckey; brothers, Christopher Thom Williams, Cyril Williams, Jr. and Nigel Williams; sisters, Debbie Pitual (David), Karla Williams (Rosendo Coss), and Angelena Williams (Navin Sookai); Godmother, Rosanne Philadelphia; special friends, Diana Reid (Brett Ashby), Rajiv “Chief” Sinha and his special Aunt, Paula Lewis.

Doug's legacy will continue to live on through the countless lives he impacted with his kindness, generosity, and unwavering love. Doug will be dearly missed by so many, but his spirit will remain in our hearts forever. His memory will be a guiding light for all who knew him, reminding us to live passionately and love deeply, just as he did.

Funeral services will be conducted 7:00 pm Thursday, January 9, 2025, at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home with Pastor John Buchanan officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00 pm Thursday prior to the service at 7:00pm.

Honorary pallbearers will be Doug Williams, Jr, Rajiv “Chief” Sinha Donte’ Williams, Christopher Thom Williams, Brett Ashby, Randy Cole and Casey Oxendine.

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

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

01/06/2025

Mrs. Emma Jean Grant, age 94, passed away on January 6, 2025, at Durham Hensley Nursing Home.

Emma was born on July 3, 1930, to the late Ira and Blanche Woodruff Furches, in Jonesborough, Tennessee.

She was a member of Catherine Ninney Baptist Church of Whitesburg.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Lowell “Sonny” Grant; brothers, Jimmy Furches, Carlos Furches, Calvin Furches; sister, Virginia Shrader.

Those left to cherish her memory are her son, Ira Grant (Anita) of Limestone; granddaughters, LaTosha Grant and Alyssa Grant, both of Jonesborough; Carson and Connor Lindner, of Jonesborough; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be held at 7:00 PM, Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home with Pastor Craig Ponder officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, prior to the service.

Graveside Services will be at 11:00 AM, Thursday, January 9, 2025, at New Victory Baptist Cemetery.

Honorary pallbearers will be her great-grandsons, Carson and Connor Lindner.

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

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