James Bruce Gouge Obituary

We announce the death of James Bruce Gouge (Roan Mountain, Tennessee), who passed away on August 12, 2026, at the age of 83. James Bruce will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Fletcher Gouge and Edith Henson Gouge; and his wife Glenda Stocton Gouge. He is survived by: his daughters, Julie Butler (David) of Erwin and Cyndi Ollis (Alvin) of Bakersville; his grandchildren, Allison Ollis, Zachary Butler, Ethan Butler, Isaac Ollis (Brittany) and Isaiah Ollis (Eric); his great grandchildren, Thatcher Ollis, Shiloh Ollis and Canyon Ollis; his siblings, Robert Gouge, Dayton Gouge, Larry Gouge, Junior Gouge, Brenda Bartlett and Linda Powell; and his siblings-in-law, Ronnie Stocton (Joan) and Wanda Stocton (Wayne).