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Thomas Carroll Buchanan

1946 - 2024

Thomas Carroll Buchanan obituary, 1946-2024, Johnson City, TN

BORN

1946

DIED

2024

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Tetrick Funeral Services - Johnson City

3001 Peoples Street

Johnson City, Tennessee

Thomas Buchanan Obituary

Thomas Carroll Buchanan October 19, 1946 - July 29, 2024

JOHNSON CITY - Thomas Carroll Buchanan, age 77 of Johnson City, passed away at his residence and went home to be with the Lord Sunday, July 29, 2024. Tom was the son of Wesley Ray Buchanan and Evelyn Smith Buchanan of Roan Mountain. He is survived by his loving wife, Linda Perry Buchanan and daughter Celesta Dayle and son-in-law Craig Kemerer of Atlanta, Georgia. He cherished his beautiful grandchildren, Vaughn, and Vivienne Kemerer. His legacy will live on through his many friends and remembered for his infectious laugh. Tom graduated from Science Hill High School and was a graduate of East Tennessee State University. He was stationed in Thailand during the Vietnam War and served in the Missile Division of the United States Air Force. His career began in industrial management and later he opened Buchanan Auto Sales in Boones Creek in 1973. He was a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church. The graveside service for Thomas will be held Friday, August 9, 2024, at 11:00 A.M. in Mountain Home National Cemetery, Historic Site with Pastor Andy Wyatt, officiating. Those who wish to attend are asked to meet at the cemetery by 10:50 A.M. Military Honors will be provided by the Veterans Honor Guard, DAV Post #39, Bluff City. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Westminster Presbyterian Church in his name. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.tetrickfuneralservices.com. Tetrick Funeral Services, 3001 Peoples Street, Johnson City, TN 37604, is honored to serve the Buchanan family. (423) 610-7171

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Published by Johnson City Press on Aug. 7, 2024.

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Steve Guthrie

May 30, 2025

I just recently found out about Tom`s passing. I used to work for him when I was a teenager cleaning up his cars. He will truly be missed. This came as a complete shock to me. May God bless Linda and his family.

Brenda Cox Treadway

August 7, 2024

So sad to hear of another SHHS classmate passing. Tommy was always a friendly smiling guy.
My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
Brenda Cox Treadway
SHHS Class of `65

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Mountain Home National Cemetery

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3001 Peoples Street, Johnson City, TN 37604

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