Johnny Cline, of Andersonville, formerly of Wartburg

John "Johnny" Newton Cline III, age 63, of Andersonville, formerly of Wartburg, passed away, December 8, 2022. He was raised in Rockwood, Tn. Johnny moved to Wartburg in 1990 with his wife Patricia, and daughter Samantha.

Johnny was a welder for many years, he then worked for PCI for several years, before he was unable to work any further.

Johnny never met a stranger. Once he made a friend, they would then be his friend for life. He enjoyed classic country music, singing, and dancing. Johnny also enjoyed hunting and fishing. He taught his grandson, Holden, how to fish and would take him every chance he got. It was something he had taught his daughter to do, and he carried on the tradition with Holden. He loved spending time with his grandsons and doing what he could with them. Johnny and his daughter loved working together in their garden at home. Most of all he loved his daughter and grandchildren unconditionally. He was a proud papaw and he let everyone know.

 Johnny was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church in Devonia.

He is preceded in death by his Wife, Patricia Cline; In-laws, Archie and Dorothy Armes, Father, John N Cline II; Grandparents, John and Inza Cline.

Johnny is survived by his Daughter, Samantha (Justin) Elliott, Grandchildren, Holden Tucker and Carter Elliott; Mother, Marguerite (Glenn) Smith; Brother, Bill Cline, Brother, Matthew (Wendy) Cline; Sister, Regina (Bill) Blaes; Sister, Sharon Houston; Sister, Martha Knippers; along with a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.

The family will receive friends Sunday, December 11, 2022, at Schubert Funeral Home in Wartburg from 4:00-6:00 pm. The funeral is to follow with Bro. Gary Armes officiating. Graveside services will be held Monday, December 12, 2022, at 12:00pm at Tioga Cemetery in Devonia.

Schubert Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of John "Johnny" Newton Cline III.