Douglas Earl "Doug" Thatcher
Douglas Earl "Doug" Thatcher
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In addition to his parents he is survived by his girlfriend and soulmate, Susan Downing; sons, Zachary Thatcher, Bailey Thatcher (Autumn Hilley), and Haidyn Thatcher; step-son, Nathan Downing (Breanna Crawford); step-daughter, Alexis Downing (Cory Eads); granddaughter, Talia Downing; mother-in-law, Karen Holcomb; along with a host of friends and extended family.
A memorial service will be conducted at 2 pm on Saturday, August 2, 2025 at Carter-Trent Funeral Home in Kingsport with Pastor Rob Hoover officiating. Those wishing to attend are asked to arrive by 1:50 pm.
Carter-Trent Funeral Home in Kingsport is serving the Thatcher/Downing family.
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Tonya
July 22, 2025
I hadn't seen you since we were teenagers but I have great memories at county pool with Meemaw and Gram. Also, I remember cookouts at your house. I'm so sorry for your family that this happened to you just doing what you love. Love you, Tonya Smith. RIP Doug.
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