Sammy K. Carr

February 4, 1951 - January 5, 2021

Sammy K. Carr, age 69, of Elizabethton, Tennessee went home to be with the Lord and his precious daughter Amy on Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. Sammy was born in Elizabethton to the late Vernon and Kate Ellis Carr. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beautiful daughter, Amy Palmer; and two brothers, Floyd Carr and Howard Carr. Sammy’s home was always open to any children who needed a kind word or place to stay. He never met a stranger, once he befriended someone, they were a friend for life. Everyone who met Sammy loved him and many came to call him “Dad”. He had a heart of pure gold and was a very humble man, in fact when he spoke, people were drawn to him and listened intently. Sammy had worked as a chemical waste manager and was an active member of Keenburg Free Will Baptist Church. In his leisure time, Sammy enjoyed hanging out with his many friends in the garage where he loved to spend time working, he loved to be with children and woodworking. Sammy will be very missed by all who knew and loved him. Those left to continue his legacy include his loving and devoted wife of 49 years, Melinda “Diane” Carr, of the home; his beloved daughter, Jeanne Carr and fiance Thomas Tester; a granddaughter, Aaron Isaacs; and his sister, Juanita Ellison; his honorary daughter, Kelly Norris. Several nieces, nephews, and honorary grandchildren, as well as church family, friends and neighbors also survive. A graveside service to celebrate Sammy’s life will be conducted at 10:30 AM on Saturday, January 9, 2021 in the New Slagle Cemetery with Pastor Gene Fleenor, officiating. Active pallbearers will be Shane Isaacs, Thomas Tester, Cole Grayless, Travis Norris, Mike Williams, Lonnie Turner, Andy Lewis and Matt Lewis. Honorary pallbearers will be Tex Scalf, Mark Austin, Dan Matherly, Wayne Dodge, David Ellison and Jim Ellis. Those wishing to attend the service are asked to meet at Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton at 9:45 AM on Saturday, to go in procession. The family would like to express a special thanks to Amedysis Hospice especially Miss Wilma, Gail and Gene Fleenor, Lonnie Turner and Sammy’s church family for the love, support and prayers they have given. Those who prefer memorials in lieu of flowers, may make donations to the Elizabethton/ Carter County Animal Shelter, 135 Sycamore Shoals Drive, Elizabethton, TN 37643 or to Misfit Hounds at 914 Dejarnette Street Elizabethton, TN 37643.in honor of Sammy. Our staff is committed to taking care of our guests and families that we serve. Please understand we will be following the State’s COVID guidelines. We also ask all guests and family members attending visitations and services to please bring and wear a mask. Online condolences may be shared with the family on our website, www.tetrickfuneralhome.com Tetrick Funeral Home, Elizabethton is honored to serve the Carr family. Office 423-542-2232, service information line, 423-543-4917.