Ed "The Sand Man" Linda, 67, Elizabethton, passed away Saturday, July 12, 2025 in the Johnson City Medical Center. He was born June 10, 1958 in Patterson, New Jersey to the late Edward and Shirley Van Orden Linda. He had lived in Carter County for the past 19 years. He was in the Hardwood Floor Business. He loved to be on the Lake in his  boat. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two daughters: Courtney and Kristin Linda.

Survivors include his wife: Tracie Stout Linda. A Son: Cody Linda and his fiance Kaylee of Bethlehem, Tennessee. A very special Granddaughter: Kinsley Brooke. One Sister: Debi Kiamos and husband Constantine. Several nephews, cousins  and many very special friends. His favorite mother-in-law: Barb Aka Granny. His four legged furry buddy "Fat Fat".

A Service to Celebrate the life of "The Sand Man" will be conducted at 7 p.m. Friday, July 18, 2025 in the Southside Free Will Baptist Church with Pastors Jeremy Burleson and James Hill. The eulogy will be give by Greg Crowe. The family would like to express a special thank you to Dr. Stevens and Dr. Garcia for their special care. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday prior to the service. Condolences may be sent to the family at our web-site www.memorialfcelizabethton.com. It was his wish to be cremated.

Memorial Funeral Chapel is assisting the Linda family