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Donald Walters Obituary

KINGSPORT - Donald G. Walters, 85, of Kingsport, passed away Monday, March 13, 2023.

Donald is survived by his wife of 64 years, Sarah McCoy Walters; his three children, Jeannie Ballard and husband Billy, Susie Pedersen and husband Steve, Don Walters and wife Marlo; his six grandchildren, Joey Ballard, Jessie Pedersen, Sarah Pedersen, Steven Pedersen, Maddie Walters, and Carly Walters; his brother, Billy Walters and wife Kathy; his loved sisters-in-law, cousins, nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends, Thursday, March 16, 2023 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Home, Kingsport, followed by a service at 7:00 p.m. in the funeral home chapel.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Big Brothers/Big Sisters of East Tennessee, Tri-Cities Office, 301 Louis Street, Suite #301, Kingsport, TN 37660, or a charity of your choice in his honor.

Visit www.hamlettdobson.com to leave online condolences.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Kingsport Times-News on Mar. 14, 2023.

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Chad Tate

March 15, 2023

Sarah, good memories of Don and you while neighbors. In my thoughts. Chad Tate

Tammy Hinkle

March 15, 2023

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

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