Locella Oaks Obituary
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Locella was preceded in death by her parents; and brothers, Paul Tipton and Dan Spears. She is survived by her sisters, Mary Ruth Cleek, Nancy Falin, and Alice Click; brothers, Hagan Tipton (Laura), David Spears (Judy), Ricky Spears (Dollie), Terry Spears (Brenda), and Jerry Spears; sister-in-law, Rita Tipton; special niece and nephew whom she helped to raise, Sarah Beth Spears Ervin, and Kenny Spears and their children who called her "Mimi", Zolianne Ervin, Marley and Paisley Spears; plus a host of other nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at Carter-Trent Funeral Home Kingsport from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. A funeral service will follow with Pastor Noah Bradley officiating. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at Oak Hill Memorial Park at 1:00 pm. Locella's family and friends will be serving as pallbearers. Those wishing to attend the graveside service are asked to meet at the cemetery at 12:50 pm.
Carter-Trent Funeral Home Kingsport is serving the Oaks family.
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Cindy Rhoton Roberts
September 3, 2025
Ricky, Dollie, and all the Spears family, So sorry to hear of Locella's passing. She was a beautiful woman. I met her years ago. May God give you strength and comfort during this difficult time.
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