KENTON, TENNESSEE — Authorities have identified the two people who were found deceased at a residence on Williams Street in Kenton as Johnathan Skinner and Lisa Skinner. The Gibson County Sheriff’s Office released the identification on October 4, 2026, after notifying the families of the two victims.
The deaths have left two families grieving and have brought sadness to the Kenton community. Authorities said deputies were initially called to the Williams Street residence to conduct a welfare check. When officers arrived, they discovered Johnathan and Lisa deceased at the location.
The scene was immediately secured while investigators began examining the circumstances surrounding the deaths. Officials have not released a cause or manner of death at this time, as the investigation remains ongoing.
The Gibson County Medical Examiner’s Office responded to the residence, and autopsies have been ordered for both Johnathan and Lisa. Investigators are expected to use the results, along with evidence gathered at the scene, to help determine what led to the tragic deaths.
Despite the ongoing investigation, authorities stated that their preliminary findings indicate there is no ongoing threat to the Kenton community.
Gibson County Sheriff Rodney Wright expressed sympathy to the families, describing the situation as a heartbreaking time for those closest to Johnathan and Lisa. He also asked the public to respect the families’ privacy and allow them the space they need to grieve.
The investigation is being handled by the Kenton Police Department and Gibson County Sheriff’s Office, with assistance from the Obion County Sheriff’s Office and Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, which was requested by District Attorney General Frederick Agee.
Anyone who may have information that could assist investigators is encouraged to contact the Gibson County Sheriff’s Office at 731-692-3714.
Officials are also reminding anyone experiencing domestic violence that support is available. People facing immediate danger should contact 911.
As authorities continue working to establish what happened, the families of Johnathan and Lisa are left to mourn their loss. Their loved ones and the wider Kenton community are being asked to keep both families in their thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Johnathan Skinner and Lisa Skinner will be remembered by those who knew and loved them, as their families seek comfort and answers in the days ahead.
