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1978
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2025
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Katherine Graybeal Obituary
August 26, 1978 -
December 26, 2025
Katie was born in Kingsport, TN and raised in Piney Flats, TN by Gary and Anita Dorton and big brother Pat. She was an avid tap dancer and skilled ballerina and gymnast sticking every move. A lover of all things pretty and perfect. She always had a soft spot for a cute dog and found the perfect one in her beloved beagle, Duncan.
She met the lover of her soul Will Graybeal ("Josh" only to her!) Perfectly planned and desired she first brought Aiden into this world and then Reid with her Josh. They would become her "Boyd" and her "Poodle". As a family of four they traveled across the country looking for the perfect coffee shop, book shop, and of course a perfect boutique. A designer of a perfect home she provided her best and final masterpiece for her boys to cherish her art and feel her in forever.
Katie was always seeking to learn about God and how to live and love. She obtained three degrees all focused on living: an associates in culinary, a bachelors in nutrition and a masters in family and marriage counseling. She worked hard on herself and wrote her a road map on how to live in her journals and books that she has left Josh and her boys to use. On December 26, 2025 at 1:06 PM she made her final graduation with a PhD in life.
Those who had the privilege to know her closely were given a gift. You know what that gift is. Just remember to close your eyes and ask her to still guide you. I will do this forever. I had the privilege of being your Josh for nearly 26 years on earth. We are now completely one forever.
I love you, babe
Josh
There will be no formal services held at this time.
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Glowie and Buford Myers
January 14, 2026
Will, Aiden and Reid, I have no words other than I love you!
Anonymous
January 10, 2026
This is a beautifully written testament to your loved one. I did not know her. I am sorry for your loss. Please know she is waiting for you in heaven and you will meet again. Until that time, may God bless and keep you, comfort you and your family, and give you peace during this troubling time.
Lynn Shurtleff
January 10, 2026
Wow, I did not know her but am in awe of the obituary and wish I did. I am very sorry for you loss and know it well as a widow for over 20 years now. I wish you and your children the best and know that you are thankful for what you had and not focusing on what was lost. God is with you and will get you through it.
Robert Abbott
January 7, 2026
Sending love and prayers during this difficult time. May God wrap you and the boys in His comfort and give you all strength. -Robert and Tonya Abbott
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Debra
January 7, 2026
God Bless you and your family. I dont know your beautiful wife but I had to say this is the most beautiful testament I've ever read. she is not dead but sleeping. You will see her again.
Cheryl Nelson
January 7, 2026
Sending love and prayers your way. May God comfort you and the boys as only he can.
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