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Benny Douglas Obituary
February 7, 1942 -
January 8, 2026
JOHNSON CITY - Benny "Eddie" Douglas, 83 of Johnson City passed away on Thursday January 8, 2026 at the James H. Quillen Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Mountain Home.
Eddie was born on February 7, 1942 and was a lifelong resident of Johnson City, TN.
He was the son of John Benjamin Douglas and Gladys Street Douglas.
Eddie was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army. He served in Vietnam from 1967-1969 as a SSgt in the 2nd and 13th artillery division, with numerous missions earning him multiple medals for his service.
In 1977 he started his carpet cleaning business and later expanded into roofing. He had an unmatched work ethic which he passed to his sons that lead them to follow in his footsteps. Eddie loved spending time in his garage where he would work on projects and fix almost anything. Additionally, he a heart felt passion for old cars. On any given day you could see Eddie driving one of them around town. His greatest achievement was his family. He devotedly loved spending time with them and watching his grandchildren grow.
In addition to his parents, Eddie was preceded in death by his sister, Carolyn Jean Douglas; brother Jimmie Dwight Douglas; and nephew, raised as his brother, Kenneth "Butch" Douglas.
Eddie is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Lynett; his sons Clint (Suzanne) and Tyler (Erin); and his grandchildren, Emma, Cora, Sloane and Cole- the joys of his life. His friends Tommy Johnson, Ronnie Luttrell and Pete Perry were a special part of his life along with many other relatives and friends.
The family will have visitation (no service) on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, from 5:00- 7:00 pm at Appalachian Funeral Home & Cremation Services. Burial will take place at Monte Vista Memorial Park on Thursday, January 15, 2026 @ 12:00 noon.
This obituary was lovingly written by the Douglas family.
Memories and condolences may be shared at www.appfh.net.
Appalachian Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 800 E. Watauga Ave., Johnson City, TN, 37601, is honored to serve the Douglas family. (423-928-6111).
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Heather and Josh Campbell
January 14, 2026
This world will never be the same, the memory of Eddie we will always have is him riding through the park with the top down, and the grandkids in the back. He was always laughing and making others laugh, he had stories for days. He seemed to always find a way to help others, he always made you feel like your important even if you weren't. He will be missed by so many people, we love you my friend.
Della Arnett
January 12, 2026
ED WILL BE TRULY MISS HE WAS AMAZING LANDLORD AND FRIEND.THE LOVE HE HAD FOR HIS FAMILY WAS TRULY AMAZING HIS GRANDKIDS WAS HIS WHOLE HEART.HE WAS ONE OF A KIND THINGS WANT BE THE SAME I LOOK FORWARD CONTINUING MY JOURNEY WITH HIS AMAZING WIFE AND SONS
GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN.
FLY HIGH MY FRIEND
Tom and jean DeBord
January 10, 2026
So sorry to hear of Eddie´s passing. Praying for comfort for the family
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Michael Tipton
January 10, 2026
Mr. Douglas (Ed), was one of the nicest men I have ever met. He always had a kind word and a good story. Though I only knew him for a couple of years I will never forget his kind words and wisdom. May God bless his family and give them some level of peace at this time of loss
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