Appalachian Funeral Home & Cremation Services

03/20/2026

Planning today brings peace of mind tomorrow. It’s a simple step that can lift a tremendous weight from the people you love most — offering them guidance, comfort, and the gift of knowing your wishes.

03/20/2026

Lela Besse Ford Hale, a cherished 92-year-old, peacefully passed away on March 19, 2026, at Spring Arbor Dominion Assisted Living in Bristol, TN.

Born on July 25, 1933, in Washington County, TN, she was the daughter of the dearly departed Vernon Clay and Anna Lou Birdwell Ford.

Lel...

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03/20/2026

Johnny Kenneth McInturff, 84, Johnson City, passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the Johnson City Medical Center, following a brief illness.

Johnny was a native and lifelong resident of Johnson City. He was a son of the late Roy Herman and Ovella Clark McInturff.

Johnny was reti...

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03/17/2026

Charles Edgar Harrah, 78, Elizabethton, TN, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at his home.

Charlie was a native of Williamsburg, WV, and had been a resident of Elizabethton for most of his life. He was a son of the late Eugene Prentis and Anna Lily Williams Harrah.

Cha...

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03/17/2026

Happy St. Patrick’s Day to our wonderful community! 🍀
Whether you’re celebrating with family, enjoying the fresh start of spring, or simply embracing a little extra green today, we hope your day is filled with luck, laughter, and kindness.

03/16/2026

This St. Patrick’s Day, we’re thinking green — not just in spirit, but in how we care for our community and our planet. 🍀
Try one of these small, meaningful steps:
• Bring reusable bags when you shop
• Plant something new (even a windowsill herb counts!)
• Pick up litter during your walk
• Donate gently used items instead of tossing them
• Choose eco-friendly cleaning products
Tiny changes add up in a big way. 💚

03/13/2026

As we move into spring, what’s something you’re grateful for this week? 🌼

03/11/2026

Today we recognize David Mathes, Mark McGuire & Jill Strawn on National Funeral Director Day. Thank you for your compassion, professionalism, and dedication to serving families in their time of need. Your care and commitment to our community are truly appreciated.

03/11/2026

Today, on National Funeral Director Day, we want to express our deepest gratitude to our own funeral directors.

Every day, they show compassion, patience, and quiet strength as they help families navigate moments of incredible hardship. Their work is often unseen, but its impact is profound.

To our team: thank you for the care you give, the comfort you offer, and the heart you bring to this calling.

03/10/2026

Jay Whaley, 64, Elizabethton, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, March 6, 2026, at the Johnson City Medical Center, following a very brief illness.

Jay was a Johnson City native and a son of the late Jack Dempsey Whaley and Virginia Whaley.

He was employed by Colorworks, Inc., Eliza...

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03/09/2026

March is here! A time for fresh starts and renewed hope 🌷 What new habit are you building this month?

03/06/2026

Today we celebrate the people who make our work meaningful every single day.

On Employee Appreciation Day, we want to thank our incredible team for the compassion, professionalism, and dedication you bring to every family we serve. Your kindness and commitment truly make a difference in our community.

We appreciate everything you do!