Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Morris-Baker Funeral Home & Cremation Services

2001 East Oakland Avenue

Johnson City, Tennessee

James Leatherwood Obituary

James "Jim" Marion Leatherwood September 10, 1938- July 8, 2024

KINGSPORT - James "Jim" Marion Leatherwood, 85, of Kingsport, TN, passed away on July 8, 2024, due to natural causes. Born on September 10, 1938, in Douglas County, GA, Jim proudly served in the United States Air Force, retiring as a Master Sergeant in 1977. He went on to work as a plumber by trade for many years.

He will be remembered by his daughter, Penny Clark; sons, James Jr. and John (Ann); grandchildren, Gary, Holly, Michael, James III, and Michelle; six great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, John and Essie Leatherwood; his beloved wife of 62 years, Pat Leatherwood; brother, Bobby Leatherwood; and sister, Joanne Allen.

A man of faith, Jim was a long-time member of St. Mary's Catholic Church and a 4th Degree Knight of Columbus.

Funeral services for Jim will be held at St. Mary's Catholic Church on Friday, July 12, 2024. Visitation will take place from 10:00 am to 11:00 am, with a Mass officiated by Father Jesus following at 11:00 am. A committal service at Mountain Home National Cemetery will be scheduled for a later date, where military honors will be accorded as Jim is laid to rest beside his beloved wife, Pat.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Jim's memory may be made to St. Mary's Catholic Church.

Memories and condolences may be shared with the Leatherwood family via www.morrisbaker.com. Morris-Baker Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2001 E. Oakland Ave., Johnson City, is serving the family. (423) 282-1521

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

Published by Johnson City Press on Jul. 10, 2024.

Memories and Condolences
for James Leatherwood

Sponsored by Morris-Baker Funeral Home & Cremation Services.

Not sure what to say?





1 Entry

Kathy Hatley

September 21, 2024

So sorry to hear this , just finding out ! I got up today thinking of visiting Pat and Jim !!
Love to hear from Penny

Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results

Make a Donation
in James Leatherwood's name

Memorial Events
for James Leatherwood

Jul

12

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

St. Mary's Catholic Church

TN

Jul

12

Funeral Mass

11:00 a.m.

St. Mary's Catholic Church

TN

Funeral services provided by:

Morris-Baker Funeral Home & Cremation Services

2001 East Oakland Avenue, Johnson City, TN 37601

How to support James's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor James Leatherwood's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more