Ruth Evelyn Simpson

Ruth Evelyn Simpson, 71, of Kingsport, TN passed away on Tuesday, December 24, 2019 at her residence after an extended illness. She was a long term resident of Kingsport. She was a former member of the Eastern Star. Ruth never met a stranger and she loved spending time with her family. She was everybodys friend. She is preceded in death by her parents, Hershel and Mary Renick; brother, Mike Renick; several aunts and uncles; two nephews; and sister in law, Jeanette King. She is survived by her soul mate of 43 years, Tommy Simpson (of the home); daughter, Stephanie Escoe (Kingsport, TN); grandchildren, Wesley Escoe (Kingsport, T), Matthew Brown (Johnson City, TN), and Charles Grindstaff (Kingsport, TN); brother, Steve Renick (Brownsville, KY); sister-in-law, Ruth Retzlaff (Caneyville, KY); uncle, Zeke Renick (Cave City, KY); several nieces and nephews; and best friend; Robin Penix. The family will have a celebration of life at a later date. Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to be serving the family.