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John Branam Obituary

John William Branam

February 24, 2026

KINGSPORT - John William Branam, 89, passed away Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at NHC in Kingsport.

A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, March 1, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. at Grace Christian Church in Kingsport with Pastor Phip Sams and Pastor Ed Clevinger officiating.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in John's memory be made to a charity of your choice.

East Lawn Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Mr. John William Branam.

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

Published by The Kingsport Times-News from Feb. 27 to Feb. 28, 2026.

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David & Sara Sherwood

March 4, 2026

Sara and I have known John for many years, and he and his wife Joyce were two of the friendliest Christians we've ever met. When we attended First Christian, John always had a smile and a nice comment to make. I know where John is, and I look forward to meeting him again one of these days in Heaven!

Emmalee Johnson

March 4, 2026

John was a sweet man and I always loved learning about Jesus from him. I´m praying for Joyce and the family.

Barbara Ann Sanders

March 1, 2026

Joyce and Family, I am so sorry for John's passing. I have many fond memories of him and you. You are in my prayers.

Debbie Salyer

March 1, 2026

Such a nice man. I always enjoyed talking and working with John and Joyce when they'd come to the Credit Union (Kingsport Press). Prayers for all.

Patricia Campbell

February 28, 2026

I work with John at Kingsport Press. He was a great boss & always treated everyone with respect. He will be missed.

Steve and Lynn Rooks LaGrange Georgia

February 27, 2026

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

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Nancy and Barry

February 27, 2026

We have many great memories of time spent with John and Joyce. Vacations from Myrtle Beach, Hilton Head and Cancun, lots of eating out and occasionally venturing out for the rare milkshake. We miss those times. Rest well friend.

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Celebration of Life

2:00 p.m.

Grace Christian Church

Kingsport, TN

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4997 Memorial Blvd, Kingsport, TN 37664

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