Everett N. Helton

Everett N. Helton of Kingsport went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at Holston Valley Medical Center.  He was born in Church Hill, Tennessee to the late Sneed and Alpha Helton. Everett was a graduate of Church Hill High School and later received his Bachelor's Degree in Business Management from the University of Tennessee. Everett served his country in the U.S. Airforce.  He retired from Eastman Chemical Company after over 30 years of service. Everett was an avid UT fan and loved attending many UT sporting events. He was a loving husband, brother, uncle and friend who will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Troy; sisters, Geraldine Laster, Phoebe McCowan, and Kaye Doran.

Survivors include his loving wife of 39 years, Madeline Starnes Helton; sisters, Eva Mae Hamm and Faye Koslow; brother, Phil Helton and fiancé Pat Gerig; beloved dogs, Maggie and Bella; sister and brother- in-law, Lynn and Buford Hensley; sister- in- law, Regina Starnes; along with several nieces, nephews, and a host of friends.

The family will receive friends from 11am to 12pm on Friday, March 20, 2026, at Carter-Trent Funeral Home in Kingsport. A funeral service will follow with Pastor Larry Stallard officiating.

A military graveside service will follow at Holston View Cemetery with honors conducted by the Hawkins County Honor Guard, T.A.P.S. will be performed by Erin DeGroff. Pallbearers will be Phil Helton, Hershel Laster, David Laster, Brian McCowan, Leon Doran, and Joey Jones. Charles Mellons and Cody Cole will serve as honorary pallbearers.

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