Robert Mullins Obituary

Robert Keith "Crusher" Mullins

December 5, 2025

CHURCH HILL - Robert Keith "Crusher" Mullins, 64, of Church Hill went to be with the Lord on Friday, December 5, 2025. He was born in Kingsport to the late Bob and Wilma Mullins. He was a graduate of Church Hill High School where he played baseball. Keith worked at Eastman Chemical Company for over 39 years as a systems operator in utilities. He enjoyed farming, playing golf, softball, basketball, and watching the UT Vols. Keith was a loving son and caregiver to his parents and sister until their passing. He was a devoted friend and co-worker on crew #4 who will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Debbie Mullins.

Survivors include his aunts, uncles, and several cousins; devoted friend, Austin Thompson.

The family will receive friends from 5pm to 7pm on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at Carter-Trent Funeral Home in Church Hill.

A graveside service will be conducted at 11am on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at Ross Campground Cemetery with Pastor Blake Shropshire officiating. Pallbearers will be Kevin Bowman, Paul Johnson, Austin Thompson, Jesse Egan, Matt Rogers, Ronnie Roller, James Trivirca, and Jeff Widener. Honorary pallbearers will be Kenny Lawson Jr., Danny Lawson, Brian Derrick, Steve Lewis, and Steve Strong. Those wishing to attend are asked to meet at the cemetery by 10:50am.

To express condolences to the family, please visit our website at www.cartertrent.com.

Carter-Trent Funeral Home in Church Hill is serving the Mullins family.