Mrs. Joanne Painter Comer, age 98, Jonesborough, passed away Friday, December 12, 2025, at her residence.
Mrs. Comer was born on November 28, 1927, in Washington County, Tennessee, to the late Joseph & Reta Hyder Painter. She was also preceded in death by her husband, James Harold Comer and a brother, Shelby Painter.
She was a member of Jonesborough Presbyterian Church.
Mrs. Comer was a Bookkeeper for Gump Finance, Smith-Higgins Company (a pharmaceutical distributor) and Comer Insurance Agency.
Survivors include four children, Rebecca Comer (Ed Logan), Limestone, Lisa Hutchison, Little Rock, Arkansas, Rex Comer (Karen Rowell), Johnson City, and David Neil Comer (Norma Gregg), Jonesborough; grandchildren, Rachel Baker (Jason) and Melanie Rigney (Jacob); great-grandchildren, Abel, Seth, Evelina, Reed, and Shepard; sister-in-law, Phyllis Painter; and several nephews, nieces and cousins.
Private graveside services will be conducted on Monday, December 15, 2025, at Monte Vista Burial Park.
Celebration of life services will be conducted at 11:00 AM, Friday, December 26, 2025, at Jonesborough Presbyterian Church.
Memorial donations may be made to Jonesborough Presbyterian Church, 128 W. Main Street, Jonesborough, TN 37659.
12/15/2025
Steve C Phillips
I’m so sorry for your loss. I was a fellow employee with Joanne during the S-H days. She was a great worker, employee and friend.
12/13/2025
Teresa Broyles Sims
Rex and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for each of you for peace and comfort!
12/12/2025
Carol Hallowell
My condolences to the family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. With love. Carol
12/12/2025
Pamela King Napier
My heartfelt condolences to the family on the loss of your Mother, Grandmother, Aunt, Sister. I admired her so much. She accomplished much to be proud of in her lifetime. A wife, working Mom, avid traveler and she valued family. She was awesome and yet never proud or arrogant. Lifting all the family up in my prayers for strength, comfort, and peace as you each navigate the days ahead.
