Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Birchette Mortuary and Cremation Service, Inc.

219 East Millard Street

Johnson City, Tennessee

William Hoosier Obituary

William Robert Hoosier March 30, 1932- May 11, 2024

JOHNSON CITY - William Robert Hoosier departed this life on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at Ballad Johnson City Medical Center. He was born on March 30, 1932, in Clarksville, Tennessee, the only child of the late Jessie and Elnora Holland Hoosier.

The family will receive friends Thursday May 16, 2024 at 1 pm from Birchette Mortuary & Cremation Service Inc. Chapel of Love. Funeral services will be conducted on Friday, May 24, 2024 at John Westley A.M.E. Zion Church in Washington DC, interment will follow at Ft Lincoln Cemetery Brentwood, MD.

Professional service and care of Mr. William R. Hoosier and family are entrusted to Birchette Mortuary & Cremation Service Inc. (423) 926-6013

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

Published by Johnson City Press on May 15, 2024.

Memories and Condolences
for William Hoosier

Sponsored by Birchette Mortuary and Cremation Service, Inc..

Not sure what to say?





3 Entries

Tissi Smith

October 8, 2024

Robert's Mom, Elnora Holland Hoosier, worked for my family 1940-1975. She was a dear person and was a second mother to me. I didn't know Robert well, but the last time i saw him was at either Elnora's or her sister, Martha's, funeral where doves were released.

Tia Biles Sams

May 17, 2024

To the family: He was a sweet man and I am so sorry to hear of his passing. Praying for your family.

Janice Pulley

May 15, 2024

TO THE FAMILY: May God sustain you at this time of such great loss.

Showing 1 - 3 of 3 results

Make a Donation
in William Hoosier's name

Memorial Events
for William Hoosier

May

16

Visitation

1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Birchette Mortuary & Cremation Service, Inc.

219 E Millard St, Johnson City, TN 37601

May

24

Celebration of Life

John Wesley AME Zion Church

Funeral services provided by:

Birchette Mortuary and Cremation Service, Inc.

219 East Millard Street, Johnson City, TN 37601

How to support William's loved ones
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
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
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
Ways to honor William Hoosier'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