Mr. William Frank Lethcoe, age 84, Jonesborough, went to his heavenly home Monday, September 21, 2015 at the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center.
Mr. Lethcoe was born in Damascus, Virginia and son of the late Charles & Elizabeth Lethcoe. He was also preceded in death by four brothers and two sisters.
He was a member of First Baptist Church of Jonesborough.
Mr. Lethcoe graduated from Carson-Newman College. He was a United States Air Force Veteran having served from 1951-1955.
He was a Baptist minister for 50 years in East Tennessee.
Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Frances Elizabeth Cross Lethcoe, Jonesborough; two sons, Frank Lethcoe, Jr. and wife Lynn and Daniel Lethcoe and wife Lisa; daughters, Karen Adams and Vanessa Robinson and husband Van; nine grandchildren, Crystal Lethcoe, Sonny Lethcoe, Anthony Adams, Melissa Smith, Daniel Lethcoe, Jr., Nathan Lethcoe, Jonathan Young, Colby Young, and Zachary Young; two great grandchildren, Dahntay Adams and Trista Smith; and many nephews and nieces.
Funeral services will be conducted 11:00 am Sunday, September 27, 2015 at First Baptist Church of Jonesborough with Dr. James Harrison officiating.
Interment services will be conducted 10:45 am Monday, September 28, 2015 at Mountain Home National Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Deacons of First Baptist Church of Jonesborough.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the First Baptist Church of Jonesborough Building Fund, 201 East Main Street, Jonesborough, TN 37659.
12/24/2015
Judy Nelson Mellenthien
Frances and Family,
I have just heard of the death of Pastor Frank.
Pastor Lethcoe was the pastor (for the Arch
Nelson family) at Virginia Avenue Baptist
Church in Bristol, TN. He was always there for
us in many aspects: as our beloved pastor at
all times, during deaths and marriages, etc.
Your family was much loved then and now. We
are sorry for your loss and have all of you in
our prayers.
Judy Nelson Mellenthien
09/25/2015
Conway & Linda Ledford
Dear Frances and family, we are so sorry to find out about brother Frank's death, but we know that he is REALLY LIVING at home with God. We loved you and him and all the family. We have such fond memories of you and him when I worked with him at Midway Baptist. You both were always so nice and thoughtful to us and of all the pastors I have worked with over the years he was the top. If we can be of any help we are as close as a phone call. We are currently living in Myrtle Beach and I am directing the music at Socastee Baptist Church, or we would have been there to offer our condolences in person. With love & prayers and looking forward to that great homecoming when we all can be together again. With our love and prayers, Conway & Linda.
09/24/2015
Charlie Martin
We are sorry to hear of your loss and pray that you will peace with the Savior that Frank served so many years.
I grew up with Frank our families were neighbors and friends.
May the Lord comfort you at this time.
Charlie Martin
Brother Lethcoe was my pastor for many years at Virginia Avenue Baptist Church in Bristol, Tennessee. He was much loved. My condolences and prayers for the family in this time of grief.
09/24/2015
Terry Bailey Sr.
Frank worked for me at RadioShack in Johnson City several years ago. We spent lots of time together often just the two of us in that little store. We talked often about the Lord. I thought a lot of Frank he was a very fine man. I have no doubt he is enjoying his reward in Heaven. We miss him now but we will see him again one day. I will pray for you and your family during this time.
Terry Bailey Sr.
09/24/2015
Stanley Goodman
Preacher Lethcoe was my pastor at the Virginia Ave. Baptist Church for several years. Frank, Lynn, Karen, Frances and all your family, I extend to you my sincerest sympathy. May God give each one of you comfort as only He can.
09/24/2015
Henry and Deborah norris
Our prayers are with frank Jr. and his family at this sad
moment.God is in control and he will strengthen you all during
this difficult time.
09/23/2015
Michael Courtney
Frank, Lynn & Family, my sincerest condolences to you all in
the loss of your father. May the LORD be with each of you
during this time, giving you peace and comfort only HE can
provide. Heaven has received "a good and faithful servant"
into eternal rest with JESUS CHRIST. Rest in assurance of his
new life without suffering and sadness. Peace be with each of
you in CHRIST OUR LORD.
