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Gayle McGlothlin Obituary

Gayle (Couch) McGlothlin

December 7, 2024

KINGSPORT - Gayle (Couch) McGlothlin 84, of Kingsport went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at her home with her family by her side. She was born in Greenville, South Carolina and moved to Kingsport at an early age. Gayle met and married the love of her life, Phil McGlothlin. Together they formed half of the McGlothlin Quartet, along with her brother-in-law, Kit McGlothlin and Bob McGlothlin. The McGlothlins were formed in 1960 and sang their final service in 2010. God's Hand was on their ministry for fifty years.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 35 years, Phil McGlothlin; second husband, Rev. Olen Cassell; brother, David Couch; sister, Doris Edwards.

Survivors include her son, Greg McGlothlin and wife Edie; daughter, Gena Martin and husband Joe; grandson, Gaines McGlothlin; step-children, Steve Cassell, Gail Hutchins, Kim McCann, and Joe Cassell; along with a host of friends and extended family.

A private graveside service will be conducted at Walnut Chapel Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery with Pastor David Salley officiating. Pallbearers will be David Couch, Jon Couch, Jason Couch, Derrick McGlothlin, Mark McGlothlin, and Gaines McGlothlin. Honorary pallbearers will be Kit McGlothlin, Bob McGlothlin, Wayne Duncan, and Wayne Bledsoe.

The family will receive friends from 1pm to 3pm in the Higher Ground Family Life Center on Thursday, December 12, 2024.

To express condolences to the family please visit our website at www.cartertrent.com.

Carter-Trent Funeral Home in Kingsport is serving the McGlothlin family.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Kingsport Times-News from Dec. 9 to Dec. 10, 2024.

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Bertha Cannon

December 14, 2024

Gayle was such a beautiful person! Coy and I loved this gospel group. Kit and Bob and family you have my deepest sympathy. God comfort your hearts knowing she and Phil are rejoicing in heaven.

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Ken S

December 12, 2024

Once in a lifetime, there comes an angelic voice that blesses us and lifts us up during the good times and the sad. Gayle McGlothlin possessed that voice. We were so blessed to hear her sing through the years.

Chris & Doris Early

December 11, 2024

Gail was one the people at HG Baptist church who always stood out to us as a true Christian and always showed to us Christian faith ,joy and love. Surely goodness and mercy followed her all the days of her life. See you soon Gail.

Judy Vanover ( Ketron)

December 11, 2024

They sure was a blessing to our church...in my younger days.Central Baptist Church @Abingdon,VA.

Terry Horton

December 10, 2024

Greg and Gina so sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. l will always rem. her and your dad from attending church at State Line Baptist. Gayle was such a caring and loving individual.

Debbie Boggs

December 10, 2024

So much live and respect for Gayle and her many years of singing the gospel. It´s hard to be sad, knowing she is having THE very best Welcome Home party. Prayers of comfort for her family who will miss seeing her often.

Paul & Beverly "Barrett" Byrd

December 10, 2024

Gina and Greg, I am so sorry to hear about the Passing of Gayle. I have such wonderful memories of her and you all. Please know that you are all in mine and my husbands thoughts and prayers. Love you all...

Gigi Thornton

December 10, 2024

Gena so sorry for the loss of your Mother. Prayers for you & your family. Gigi Thornton

Dorothy Conkin Mullenix and Jerry Mullenix

December 10, 2024

Dear Gina and family, we are so sorry for your family's loss. Prayers for comfort during this difficult time She was such a sweet, beautiful lady.

Paul Ketron

December 10, 2024

The Ketron family of Abingdon Virginia is saddened with this news. This precious family were special to us.

Caroletta Hall Stump

December 9, 2024

I am so saddened by the news of Gayle´s passing. I remember and miss the good times at State Line Baptist for many years. Prayers for comfort and strength for this time and the days ahead for her family and friends. Much love for all of you.

Ruby Bell & Family

December 9, 2024

Prayers for Greg & Gena & all the family, loved Gayle she was always so out going ` loving & most of all loved her Lord & she sure could sing, we will miss you sweet lady & those hugs

Gail Hutchins

December 9, 2024

To my Beautiful Step Mother. I will forever cherish our time together and our little talks and all the encouragement that you gave me so many times. I will miss you but I´ll see you again in Heaven

Phillip Woods

December 9, 2024

I have known the mcglothlins since childhood Gayle was a amazing lady and beautiful voice.. now she is singing in the choir in heaven

Rhonda Pierson

December 9, 2024

So sorry to hear sad news. The mcglothlins was a favorite group. Listen to them for years.

Dana Warner

December 9, 2024

I am so sorry for all of you in the family, and for everyone who loved her as I did. I have many precious memories of our times together that I will cherish as long as I live. May God bless you and keep you until you get to see her again. I love all of you, and will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Glenda Pounds and Howell Wiseman (Sounds of Victory)

December 9, 2024

A legend has left the confines of her earthly tabernacle. While we were so honored and blessed with her God given talents here on earth, those talents have acquired elite status within the halls of a Heavenly mansion. She will be missed by so many and remembered for the blessing she was to the Tri-cities and surrounding areas. One more voice now accompanies the Heavenly Chorus! She can truly sing "Hallelujah, What A Morning! When I View That Land"!

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