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James Wilmoth Obituary

CHURCH HILL – James H. "Doc" Wilmoth, 78, passed away on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, following a brief illness.

James was born in Hawkins Co. and was a lifelong resident of Church Hill. He retired from Holliston Mills and was a farmer his whole life.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ira and Mattie (Lloyd) Wilmoth; sister, Ethel Bowlin; brothers, Clyde, Kelly, Ira "Bull", and Gene Wilmoth; and his infant son, Damien Wilmoth.

He is survived by, the mother of his children, Claudell Wilmoth; daughters, Mekey Wilmoth, and Jamie Greene (Sam Greene); grandkids, Elizabeth, and David Greene; and his brother, Albert "Gabby" Wilmoth.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, January 12, 2024, at Mount Mitchell Cemetery. Those wishing to attend the graveside service are asked to meet at the cemetery by 10:45 AM.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Carter's Valley Volunteer Fire Department in his memory.

To leave an online message for the Wilmoth family, please visit us at www.johnsonarrowood.com.

Johnson-Arrowood Funeral Home is honored to serve the Wilmoth family.

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

Published by The Kingsport Times-News on Jan. 10, 2024.

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Carson White

January 12, 2024

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.

Nell and Carson

January 12, 2024

We will miss seeing u around on the farm in the summer..Doc. Jim Was a very good friend. We will miss you alot. Sorry for your loss to the family.. I m glad we got to know u ..Carson said R.I.P. Doc we love u and thank u for everything you showed Carson.....A very dear friend would help anyone

Tony and Barbie Marshall

January 11, 2024

So sorry for the loss for the family . Jim was a good friend and neighbor ,and a good man he will be greatly missed. Prayers for all the family.

Paul Moore

January 11, 2024

So sorry for your loss.
Jim was a good friend, only knew him for a few years. Had breakfast with him and Mekey every Sunday morning. He always talked about farming and his cows.
Will miss him very much.
Prayers for Mekey and family.

Brad wilmoth

January 10, 2024

Doc was one of the best men I ever knew and I will miss dearly him. He sure watched out for me as a kid. Mekey Jamie and Claudell I´m so sorry for your loss.

Donna Holtzclaw

January 10, 2024

Doc was an amazing friend and coworker he helped me and my son when we were in need and never hesitated I´ve never forgotten what he done and I really hate to hear he has passed. We will never forget him he was a good man... Donna Holtzclaw

Krystal Tignor

January 10, 2024

So sorry for the loss for your family. Prayers for all of you all. Love you guys.
Krystal Tignor

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