James "Jay" Edward Clemmons

James “Jay” Edward Clemmons 75, of Kingsport went to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 22, 2024. He was born in Kingsport to the late Cylus and Verlie Clemmons. Jay was a 1968 graduate of Dobyns-Bennett High School. He most recently worked for Merita as a delivery driver for over 20 years before his retirement. Jay attended Victory Baptist Church when his health permitted. His favorite pastime was spending time with his beloved dog, Rusty. Jay was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend who will be greatly missed by all who knew him. 

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brothers, Lawrence, Kenneth, and Donald Clemmons; sisters, Charlotte Gragg and Patricia Daley. 

Survivors include his loving wife of 44 years, Helen Clemmons; sons, Travis Clemmons and wife Leslie and Willie McLain and wife Kathy; grandchildren, Olivia, Peyton, Blake, Mia, Cooper, Chase, Banx, and Mazie; special sister-in-law, Clara Clemmons; niece, Pam Short;  along with a host of friends and extended family. 

The family will receive friends from 5pm to 7pm on Monday, August 26, 2024 at Carter-Trent Funeral Home in Kingsport. A celebration of Life Service will follow with Pastor Larry Morelock officiating. 

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of The Waters of Kingsport for their loving care. 

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association or the American Cancer Society. 

Carter-Trent Funeral Home in Kingsport is serving the Clemmons family.