Jim Carrier

Jim Carrier, age 81, of Johnson City, passed away Sunday, April 3, 2016 at his residence. A lifelong native of Johnson City, he was a son of the late Jim and Bessie McKinney Carrier. He was a US Navy veteran serving from 1948 to 1952. Mr. Carrier was of the Christian faith, and a member of the Johnson City Moose Lodge #1831. In addition to his parents, Mr. Carrier is survived by his daughter, Debi Howard Carrier; sister, Sherry Totolo; a brother, Ted Campbell. Survivors include a son, Doni Carrier, Johnson City; granddaughter, Garryn Howard, Johnson City; grandson, Gregory Carrier, Elizabethton; one sister, Mary Brown. The funeral service for Mr. Carrier will be conducted at 2:00 P.M., Friday, April 8, 2016 in the East Chapel of Appalachian Funeral Home with Rev. Gene Deaton officiating. The family will receive friends Friday from 1:00 until 2:00 in the chapel of the funeral home. Private disposition will be held at a later date. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Mountain States Hospice and nurses, and a special thanks to his previous wife, Sharon for her care, support and friendship. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to St. Jude's Childrens Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Appalachian Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 800 E. Watauga Ave, Johnson City, TN is serving the Carrier family. (423) 928-6111 Order Flowers Service DetailsFriday, April 8th, 2016 2:00pm, Appalachian Funeral Home- East ChapelRead Obituary