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Donald Kilgore Obituary

Donald Earl Kilgore June 1, 1946 - July 27, 2024

The family will receive friends on Saturday, August 3, 2024 at First Baptist Church, 200 West Church Circle, Kingsport, TN 37660 from 12:00-1:30 pm with services to follow. Graveside service at East Lawn Memorial Gardens at 3:00 pm.

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Published by The Kingsport Times-News from Aug. 1 to Aug. 3, 2024.

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Larry V. Mills

November 11, 2024

Betty, you probably have no memory of me, but i wish to convey condolences to you for your separation from Don. I have known Don since early childhood. We all attended Litz Manor baptist during those the Sims pastorage. You may recall some of the names: Clyde Harr (who always would introduce Don's name during telephonic conversations), Bill Morgan (his dad taught one of our sundayschool classes), Bill Cheves, Burl McCosh, Robbie Hackler, David Gillenwater, Patricia Stringer, Rosemary Sanders, &c. I had meant to try to see Don when i learnt from Don Starette that he was not robust. There did not seem to be an appropriate time to materialise after an absence of the better part of a lifetime. Don maintaind a role of integrity, honesty, & strong competitivity. He helpt Dobyns-Bennett along to its position as the winningest highschool baseball team. I could never whip him fingerwrestling, but he couldn't best me either. I am confident you two shared a felicitous & prosperous life together, & for that fortuity, i am sure you are grateful.. Take care, Larry V. Mills

Ron Akard

August 4, 2024

So sorry for Don´s passing. I worked with Don for many years. He was always a good friend. I enjoyed talking sports with him.
Ron Akard , Nashville, Tn

larry mckay

August 3, 2024

My deepest sympathy and condolences to his family during this difficult times. Don and I were fairly close friends in hs. He was always a good guy, friendly, and good athlete. Blessings to the family.

Kenneth McDermitt

August 2, 2024

Betty, so sorry for your loss.

Jim Thetford

July 31, 2024

Betty, may the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Don and I were wonderful friends in our teenage years. I loved Don and he will be missed. Love, Jim & Beverly Thetford

Jean Wagner

July 31, 2024

Dear Betty and family, so sorry for your loss. All of you will be in my prayers.
Sincerely, Jean Wagner

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Aug

3

Visitation

12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

First Baptist Church, Kingsport

Kingsport, TN

Aug

3

Funeral service

1:30 p.m.

First Baptist Church, Kingsport

Kingsport, TN

Aug

3

Graveside service

3:00 p.m.

East Lawn Memorial Park

4997 Memorial Blvd, Kingsport, TN 37664

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117 E. Charlemont Avenue PO Box 27, Kingsport, TN 37662

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