MT. JULIET - Sue Rose Zimmerman Sutherland, formerly of Johnson City, TN, passed away in Mt. Juliet, TN, on December 29, 2022 after a battle with cancer. A teacher at heart, Sue taught adult literacy in the Johnson City School System for years and also taught Sunday School and led small groups throughout her career in six US states, as well as in Scotland. A member of the Grandview Christian Church, she is survived by her husband of 66 years, Dr. Joseph E. Sutherland; her sister Dr. Caroline Zimmerman of Largo, FL; her daughter Dr. Laurie Schreiner of Glendora, CA; her son Paul Sutherland and his wife Katie of Mt. Juliet, TN; her son Timothy Sutherland of Knoxville, TN; grandchildren Lindsey McDowell, Andrew Sutherland and his wife Chloe, Clayton Sutherland, Chase Sutherland, and Drew Sutherland; and great-grandchildren Shayla McDowell, Lydia McDowell-Bath, Rory Scarborough, and Ellie Grace Sutherland. Visitation is at Grandview Christian Church from 1 to 2 pm on January 28, 2023, with a memorial service to follow at 2 pm.
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Tammy Douglas
February 3, 2023
I knew Sue for a short time that she lived in Johnson City where I did her hair. She was always bright, sunny, and had a smile. My condolences to her family.
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Mary Lancaster
January 12, 2023
My sincere condolences to Sue's family. I worked/volunteered with Sue at the One Acre Cafe for quite some time. We always had good chats about our families, vacations, and lives. I have missed her at One Acre. May you rest in eternal peace Sue!
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