Obituary: Melanie Gil

Melanie Sue Butler Smith Gill, a woman of kindness and gentleness, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2025, at the age of 60, in Kingsport. Melanie was born on January 11, 1964, in Lawrenceburg, to the late Byron and Thelma Butler.

Melanie's journey through life was marked by her devotion to her family, her passion for her career, and her unwavering spirit of service. She was predeceased by her parents, her cherished husband Boyde Gill, her daughter Natasha Nicole Smith, and her siblings Richard Butler, H. Fred Butler, and Lou Ann Butler. Her memory will be forever cherished by her son Bryan...