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1947
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2025
William DeVault Obituary
January 27, 1947 -
April 9, 2025
William L. DeVault (Bill), born January 27, 1947, in Kingsport, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord on April 9, 2025, at the age of 78.
Bill is survived by his loving wife, Sherry Hamblen DeVault; his son, Michael DeVault; his brothers, Larry DeVault, James C. DeVault, and Richard P. DeVault; and his sister, Barbara Baldwin. He was preceded in death by his parents, Verlin and Betty DeVault.
Family and friends are invited to honor William's life on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at Wheeler United Methodist Church. Visitation will begin at 11:00 AM, followed by a funeral service at 12:00 PM. A graveside service with military honors will be held at 1:00 PM at East Lawn Memorial Park.
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Memories and Condolences
for William DeVault
Allen Cross
April 16, 2025
Sherry, I am so sorry for the loss of this dear sweet soul. I met Bill and the whole Devault family in 1962 when we moved to the Airport area. Played a lot of sports with him over the years and can remember him playing BBall in the little cracker box gym at Holston. I admired him and looked at him like a big brother. He will be missed by many.
God Bless you
Allen Cross
Amanda McElyea
April 13, 2025
So sorry to hear of Bill´s passing. I worked and knew him for over 40 years working with him at Health Dept. He was an asset to the State Dept of Health through his dedication to the Pubic. Prayers are with you.
Terri(Teresa) Poss Neece
April 12, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Caroline Kerns
April 11, 2025
I´m so sorry to hear of Bill´s passing. I worked with him for many years at the Health Dept. I will surely miss him. Prayers for all of the family.
Chee Chee Webb
April 11, 2025
Bill was a wonderful friend one that everyone respected and loved. Always fun to be around. He´ll be greatly missed especially because of his sense of humor. RIP dear friend!!!
Donna
April 11, 2025
Bill was a good friend to me when I worked with him at the Health Dept.
Offered help to get another job after I left. I know he will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Prayers for all his family and friends.
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