Terry Lynn Sutherland

Terry Sutherland was born to Scott & Eva Sutherland of Kingsport, Tennessee where he spent his life surrounded by the people and places he loved most. He was known for his humor, and his ability to make everyone around him feel welcome. Terry enjoyed good company and making memories with his family, and close friends.

Terry was preceded in death by his daughter, Brittany Sutherland; father, Scott Sutherland; brother, Gary Sutherland; and maternal grandparents, Eugene & Lassie Sampson.

Left to cherish his memory are his loving mother, Eva Sutherland; daughter, Sarah Sutherland; son, Caleb Sutherland and his wife Treasure Sutherland; sister, Debra Morelock; and brother, Tim Sutherland and Lisa Sutherland.

He is also survived by his grandchildren, Matthew and Isaiah; and his devoted friend, Rachel Livesay, the mother of his children, who remained an important and constant presence in his life. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews, extended relatives, and special friends, including Glen Castle, Ivan Phipps, and "Big" Al McClellan.

A celebration of Terry's life will be held as follows:

Visitation: 5:00-6:30 PM

Service: 6:30-7:30 PM

Trinity Memorial Centers

December 9, 2025

Graveside Service

East Lawn Memorial Gardens in the Garden of Apostles

Service Time: 2:00 PM

December 10, 2025

Where family and friends will gather to honor a man whose heart was big, whose laughter was unforgettable, and whose love will continue to echo through all who knew him.

The family would like to thank everyone who has given donations to help cover the funeral expenses.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made directly to the family to help cover funeral expenses.

I'd like the memory of me

to be a happy one.

I'd like to leave an afterglow

of smiles when life is done.

I'd like to leave an echo

whispering softly down the ways,

Of happy times and laughing times

and bright and sunny days.

I'd like the tears of those who grieve

to dry before the sun

Of happy memories that I leave

When life is done.

-Author unknown

Obituary lovingly written by the family.

Trinity Memorial Centers Funeral Home (423-723-8177) is honored to serve the family, online condolences can be shared with the family on our website at www.trinitymemorialcenters.com.