All Obituaries

Kim Charlene Edwards Garland, age 71, of Erwin, passed away on Sunday, June 07, 2026, at her residence. She was a lifelong resident of Erwin and daughter of the late Sidney Charles Edwards and Jenny Ingle Edwards. Kim was a Seamstress at the former Industrial Garment for over twenty years. She was of the Baptist Faith. Kim loved raising her grandchildren and spending time with her family. She enjoyed being outdoors, going to the beach, and watching her T.V. In addition to her parents, ...

Kenneth Sluder, age 83, of Unicoi, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at his residence while he was surrounded by his family. He was born in Banner Elk, North Carolina to the late William Smith Sluder and Susan Belle McKinney Sluder. Kenneth and his wife moved from Johnson City to Unicoi thirty years ago. He retired from Automated Building Systems where he worked as a Cost Estimator for forty years. Kenneth was a member of Shell Creek Christian Church. After moving to Unicoi, ...

Lori Ann Peterson, age 55, of Erwin, passed away on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, after a lengthy illness at Life Care Center of Elizabethton. She was a lifelong resident of Erwin and a daughter of the late Kenneth and Nell Tolley Peterson. Lori was a graduate of Unicoi County High School, class of 1989. She was a caregiver at Dawn of Hope for several years. Lori had a very caring heart; she always put others before herself. Lori had a great sense of humor who enjoyed making others smile. She was ...

Connie Elaine Renfro Scott, age 74, of Unicoi, passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at her residence. She was a native of Cheyenne, Wyoming and daughter of the late Betty Leufborro. Before her retirement she worked as a Receptionist for Moss Homes. Connie had a generous, caring heart, always putting others before herself. She enjoyed baking and reading. Connie was preceded in death by her husband, Gary Scott on August 30, 2002. Connie is survived by her six children: Lisa Lindig, ...

Kathryn Bailey McDonald, age 82, of Johnson City, formerly of Erwin, passed away peacefully at her residence on Saturday, May 16, 2026. She was born and raised in Erwin to the late Jefferson “Jeff” Bailey and Dora Simmons Bailey. Kathryn lived most of her life in California before making her home in Johnson City twenty-two years ago. Kathryn earned her Master’s Degree in Biology with a minor in Chemistry. She was employed at Stanford University as a Cardiac Cath Lab ...

Janice Marie Campbell Ingram Gouge, age 83, of Johnson City, formerly of Limestone Cove Community in Unicoi, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Life Care Center of Gray. She is a daughter of the late Erby Campbell and Ethel Richards Campbell. Janice lived in Johnson City for forty years and she lived in the Limestone Cove Community in Unicoi for forty years. Janice was formerly employed at Levi Strauss where she was an Inspector. She was a licensed Cosmetologist and after she ...

Josh Bryant, age 42, of Unicoi, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at the Johnson City Medical Center. He was a lifelong resident of Unicoi and a son of Danny Bryant and Lucy Guinn Bryant. Josh graduated from UCHS in 2002 with honors. He was active in 4-H, named Who’s Who of American High School Students. Josh graduated from Northeast Tech in 2004 after earning his Associate Degree in Electrical Technology. He was employed at Specialty Tire for twenty years where everyone knew ...

Michael Seth Griffith, age 46, of Erwin, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. He was a miracle and a blessing to his parents and sister, and he was deeply loved by all who knew him. Michael was full of life and had a spirit for adventure. He enjoyed traveling, gardening, working in the yard, searching for unique antiques, playing the piano, cooking, and shopping for family and friends. He loved looking for healthy foods that also tasted great and enjoyed sharing his ...

James Wilford King, age 85, of Jonesborough, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2026, at the Johnson City Medical Center. He was a native of Burnsville, North Carolina and son of the late Clarence and Pauline Foster King. James lived most of his life in Jonesborough. He was recruited by Iowa State University in 1958 to play Division One College Football. Also, James was the 1958 Horseshoe State Champion. James was co-owner of The Elms Restaurant in Erwin for forty years. He retired from ...

David Michael “Mike” Lewis, age 70, of Flag Pond, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at his residence while he was surrounded by his family. He was a lifelong resident of Unicoi County and son of the late Lloyd and Ruby Tilson Lewis. Mike retired from the Tennessee Department of Transportation after forty-three years of service where he was a Highway Supervisor. He was an active member, Sunday School teacher and Deacon at Clear Branch Baptist Church. Mike was a ...