Morris-Baker Funeral Home & Cremation Services

01/31/2026

Due to last night’s snowfall and the additional winter weather expected today, our team will be available by phone on Saturday, January 31.

We also have staff on standby should we need to bring someone into our care.

The safety of our staff and our community is important to us, especially with hazardous road conditions in Johnson City and surrounding areas. If you need us, we are here for you—just a phone call away.

Stay warm and stay safe.
— Morris-Baker Funeral Home & Cremation Services

01/30/2026

Out of care for everyone’s safety, some services have been rescheduled due to the upcoming snowstorm. Service details may change, so we encourage you to check the obituary on our website for the most current information. Thank you for your understanding.

01/30/2026

When a loved one passes away, you'll have to consider what to do with their house and possessions. If hosting an estate sale on your own sounds complicated, consider hiring a company to do it. Check out these 8 tips for hiring a professional estate sale company!

If you're considering hiring an estate sale company, look at these 8 tips for hiring a professional and trustworthy company.

01/30/2026

Mrs. Mary C Hampton

Mary Helen Clayton Hampton, age 88, of Johnson City, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at the Johnson City Medical Center. Mrs. Hampton was a native of Louisville, Kentucky and daughter of the late Lydia Jane Orms Gutermuth and John P. Gutermuth. Mary graduated from Du Pont Manual High School in Louisville, Kentucky. She enjoyed gardening, reading, and loved her pets. Mary was a long-time member of Central Batist Church in Johnson City since 1972, where her...

View Mrs. Mary C Hampton's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

01/30/2026

We want you to have options for a welcoming space where family and friends can gather for any occasion.

Oak Hall was originally built in 1992 to accommodate an increasing demand for evening funeral services and was completely renovated in 2022. This new, intimate setting provides a flexible, non-traditional venue that’s perfect for hosting a variety of events.

We look forward to serving you!

01/28/2026

John Christopher Human

***SERVICE TIME CHANGE DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER**** "It's hard to forget someone who gave us so much to remember." With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our little superman, John C. Human, on January 26, 2026. John was born on October 2, 1984, to John and Evelyn Human. John wasn't given a lot of time to live, doctors said he might live a few hours, then it was days, and then it became years. When John reached his teen...

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01/27/2026

Grieving the loss of a loved one is difficult, but you're not alone! Join us for an in-person Grief Support Group on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month at 5:00 p.m. at Independence Village Johnson City (2623 Peoples St, Johnson City, TN). Hosted by Chelsa Ervin, LCSW this group can provide you with the support and guidance you need to navigate your grief journey. We hope to see you there!

For people grieving the death of a loved one, Morris-Baker Funeral Home offers resources and tools available to assist you in your healing journey.

01/25/2026

Saying what you don't mean is the theme - enjoy Opposite Day!

01/23/2026

DJ Lyons

Kevin Douglass “DJ” Lyons, 21, of Jonesborough, Tennessee, went to be with Jesus and his beloved Papaw on Sunday, January 18, 2026. A lifelong resident of Jonesborough, DJ was born on January 28, 2004. He graduated from Daniel Boone High School in 2022. From an early age, DJ shared an inseparable bond with his younger brother, Tristun; the two grew up side by side, doing everything together and creating memories that will be forever cherished. DJ deeply loved his family...

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01/22/2026

Maggie & Riley Blevins

Remembering the beautiful lives of Maggie and Riley Blevins, two bright souls taken from us far too soon on Thursday, December 25, 2025, in a tragic house fire in Kingsport, Tennessee. Maggie (9) and Riley (11) were deeply loved by their family, by their friends, and by everyone fortunate enough to know them. Their laughter, kindness, and presence filled rooms and left lasting impressions on the hearts they touched. Though their time with us was far too short, the love...

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01/21/2026

Peggy Taylor D***s

Peggy Taylor D***s, of Johnson City, passed away peacefully at home after an extended illness, on Monday, January 19, 2026. Peggy was born into the loving home of Crawford and Pearl Estep Taylor. Peggy was a graduate of Elizabethton High School and an alumnus of both Appalachian State University and East Tennessee State University. After a brief tenure teaching elementary education, she entered the field of real estate, where she remained for more than 40 years. Peggy was a highly...

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01/21/2026

Kenneth Harrison

Kenneth Harrison, a beloved father and friend, passed away on January 4, 2026, at the age of 90. Born on November 17, 1935, in Washington County, Tennessee, he spent his life making a mark as a dedicated tradesman in the factory industry. Kenneth was a strong figure who valued hard work and had a heart of gold. Kenneth was preceded in death by: Wife Betty Jo Harrison, Parents Roy Harrison, Sarah Harrison He leaves behind his loving daughter, Candy Woodfin,...

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