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Joshua Steven Estes

1988 - 2024

Joshua Steven Estes obituary, 1988-2024

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1988

DIED

2024

Joshua Estes Obituary

Joshua Steven Estes

May 20, 1988 -

December 28, 2024

Joshua Steven Estes, aged 35, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on December 28, 2024 after an extended illness. Born on May 20, 1989, Josh attended Science Hill High School. He found joy in the great outdoors, often camping, fishing and hiking.

He leaves behind his beloved daughter, Kiley Crowder, his mother, Laurie Wright and her husband Jeff, his father Randy Estes and his wife Dianne, grandparents Mack and Barbara Hickman, his brother Taylor Wright and sister Andrea Wright, his aunts Brenda Hurt and Mary White along with several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his Aunt Kim McGuire and grandparents Coy and Martha Estes.

A memorial service will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

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

Published by The Kingsport Times-News from Jan. 2 to Jan. 3, 2025.

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Lisa Blizard

March 27, 2025

Dear Laurie,
I am so sorry to hear of Josh's passing. Please know that I love you and will be praying for you. Grief is so hard.
Love , your cousin Lisa

Angie Strayhorn Orren

January 10, 2025

My prayers are with you my dear friend and your family. I have no words to ease your pain, but all the love in my heart for you.

Bob and Kathie

January 6, 2025

To Randy, Brenda, Mary, Kiley, and Laurie we are so sorry for your loss.
Bless you and give you peace and comfort
Bob and Kathie

Valerie Green

January 5, 2025

So very sorry for your loss. Prayers for all.

Carrie Rhoton

January 2, 2025

Laurie and family,
I´m so sorry to hear about Josh. I know you are heartbroken. I pray that God will surround you with comfort and peace.
Much love,
CarrieAnn & Jason Rhoton

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