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Bobby Bear Obituary
February 19, 2025
KINGSPORT - Bobby Ray Bear 81, of Kingsport went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. He was born in Newport, TN to the late Rev. Jessee Jack and Mary Ruth Bear. Bobby moved to Kingsport as a child and lived in the area all his life. He was a graduate of Dobyns- Bennet High School and served his country in the U.S. Army. Bobby worked for TN Eastman as a Chemical Operations Supervisor. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend who will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his infant son, Scotty Ray Bear and brother, Rev. Clarence Bear; brothers-in-law, John Colley and Richard Colley; nephew, Jason Miles Colley.
Survivors include his loving wife, Margaret Colley Bear; daughter, MeLissa Riddle and husband Mike; grandsons, Hunter White and girlfriend Haley, Cameron White and wife Samantha, and Mason Riddle; great-grandchildren, Kaia White, Liam Bledsoe and Haley Ganious; brother, Phil Bear and wife Diane; brothers-in-law, Stony Colley and wife Brenda, and Holiday "Pedro" Colley and wife Eva ; sisters-in-law, Judy Colley, Margaret Colley, and Jean Bear; several special nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews; along with a host of friends and extended family.
The family will receive friends from 5pm to 6pm on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at Carter-Trent Funeral Home in Kingsport. A memorial service will follow with Rev. Jack Edwards officiating.
A military graveside service will be conducted at 1pm on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at East Lawn Memorial Park with Honors conducted by the American Legion Hammond Post #3/265. Those wishing to attend are asked to meet at the cemetery by 12:50pm.
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Jo Ann Miller
February 25, 2025
Margaret, I am so sorry to read of Bobby´s death. Such a shock. Bobby was my supervisor in Polymers Division. What a "Great Man" he was!!! May the Lord comfort you and your family with his love. Since I am recovering from a fall, I will not be able to attend. May the Lord bless.
RON SALYER
February 25, 2025
I worked with Jack and Clarence at.Mead and Phil.worked with my brother at phone co.Just wanted fa.ily to know how sorry I am for your ioss.This family has been in.my life since 1966.my heart goes out toeach of you
Dave Begley
February 25, 2025
Snooks, In the short time I knew Bob I could feel nothing but love and friendship from him. It was an honor to know him. What a wonderful man he was. May the Lord bring you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
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