Kathryn Bauer

Kathryn Louise Bauer
Born April 15th 1959 - Died August 14th 2026
Kathryn passed away at Johnson City Medical Center surrounded by family and friends. She was a loving mother, daughter and friend to many. She was passionate about her connection to Holston Home for Children, working there for 30 years. Kathryn was not blessed with children of her own, but made an impact through Holston Home for Children and through her many years of fostering and later adopting children. Often known as "The greatest women we ever knew" because of her love for life, joy, and her ability to love everyone and true nature of never meeting a stranger.
She is survived by her children Abigail Bauer, Katie Bauer, Hope Bauer and Molly Bauer. Grandchildren of the home Gabriella Burgos, Zeon Edmonds and Aizen Edmonds. Brother Hugh Bauer and sister Terri (Paul) Bassett. A life long friend Brenda Forrester and close friends Dewey and Patricia Peters, Wilbur and Angel Cox, Sharonn and Jennifer Mincey, and two nieces and a nephew. She was preceded in death by her two daughters Isabella Bauer and Angela Edmonds. A brother, Richard Bauer and sister, Patricia Bauer. Her parents Willard and Joanne Evens.
Considering her dedication to Holston Home, in lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Holston Home for Children.
Receiving of family and friends will be held on Saturday, August 29th at The Rock (Holston Homes church) from 2pm-5pm