Valery Absher

Valery June Absher, 60, of Kingsport, TN passed away in Knoxville, TN on April 27, 2025. She was born in Boston, MA on November 30, 1964 to the late John J. McGowan and Joyce Lockhart. In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her daughter Crystal Gale Absher and stepfather Curtis Lockhart.She is survived by her son Christopher (Katelin) Absher of Kingsport; siblings Cindy Crowe, Pam (Ronnie) Harkleroad, Kim (Kevin) Benson, Matt (Caroline) McGowan, and John (Hana) McGowan; stepmother Diane McGowan; grandchildren Kali Absher, Evan Williams, Brooke Absher, and Miller Absher; and several nieces and nephews.Valery was beautiful inside and out. Her smile so big.... She will forever be missed.

Family and friends are invited to share memories or offer condolences by visiting her online guestbook at www.companionfunerals.com. Companion Funeral & Cremation Service of Oak Ridge, TN, and the Cody family are honored to serve the Absher family during this time.