Obituaries
Obituaries for Schubert Funeral Home
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones
Andy Byrge, of Lancing
Apr 25, 2023
Andy Roger Byrge, age 47 of Lancing, TN. passed away suddenly on April 25, 2023.
He is preceded in death by his father Ezra Byrge; mother Hazel Byrge; brothers Ricky and Jason Byrge and sister Della Bell.
Andy leaves behind his sister Margie Hughes of Harriman; brother Herbert Byrge of Lancing and a host of nieces, nephews and extended...
Jane Covell, of Sunbright
Apr 24, 2023
Benita “Jane’ Covell of Grimsley, formerly of Sunbright, passed away April 24, 2023 following a brief illness. Jane was born September 17, 1954.
She is preceded in death by her father A.D. Kelly and her precious love Robert “Bob” Covell.
She is survived by her mother Roberta “June” Kelly; son Adrian Covell and girlfriend Keala Nabors; sister Betty Kelly...
Brenda Chaney
Apr 22, 2023
Brenda Gail York Chaney, age 70 of Oak Ridge passed away on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge.
She is preceded in death by her sons Danny Wayne, Lloyd, and Butch Gulley; mother Gertrude Moore; father Sherman York; brothers Eddie York, Tony Brown; grandmother and grandfather Florence & Joe Brown; great grandson Zander Gulley.
...
Wendell "Bud" Freytag
Apr 22, 2023
A faithful loyal man of God, Wendell “Buddy”Freytag went to be with our Lord and Savior on April 22, 2023 after a short battle with cancer. He was born on January 23, 1958 to loving parents, Gene and Jane Freytag and dedicated his life to his family, friends and coworkers. Buddy made friends his whole life and was there for...
Billy White, Jr. of Wartburg
Apr 20, 2023
William “Billy” Thurman White, Jr., age 46 from Wartburg passed away April 20, 2023, at his home. Billy was born January 9, 1977, to Sally and John Rhea and Bill and Mary Jane White.
He is survived by his parents; stepsisters Andrea Reyes and Tina Napier; stepbrother Kevin Rhea.
Billy enjoyed life and a good party with family,...
Kevin Walker, of Chestnut Ridge
Apr 19, 2023
John Kevin Walker, age 65 of the Chestnut Ridge Community, passed away on Wednesday, April 19, 2023, at the Erlanger Hospital in Chattanooga after a long battle with cancer and then most recently suffered a stroke. He is preceded in death by his Father: John Frank Walker.
John is survived by his Son: Jerry Walker of Chestnut RidgeMother: Odalene...
Mabel Lee Stringfield Armes , formerly of Oakdale
Apr 19, 2023
Mabel Lee Stringfield Armes, age 98 of Dearborn, MI, formerly of Oakdale, TN passed away on Wednesday April 19, 2023. Mabel was preceded in death by her husband: James K. Armes, Parents: Roy and Bertha Stringfield, Sisters: Nellie McCoy, Betty Armes, and Nancy Knight, Brothers: Carl Stringfield, Vivian Stringfield, Roy Stringfield, Jr. and Vanius Stringfield.
Surviving is her...
Tammy Sue Young, formerly of Wartburg
Apr 16, 2023
Tammy Young, age 57 went to her final resting place with her Lord and personal Savoir on Sunday April 16 2023. Tammy was born May 31, 1965. She was an amazing, funny, and very compassionate person and loved her family. She especially took pride in being a mother and grandmother.
She is preceded in death by her father George King, stepfather Bill Farmer,...
Shelia A Redmon
Apr 16, 2023
Shelia A. Redmon, age 71 of Wartburg, passed away peacefully at her home on April 16, 2023.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Cline and Bobby Bunch; sister, Frankie Cuthbert; and granddaughter, Alyson Tinker.
She is survived by her children: Tracy Redmon, Stacy (Tim) Ruppe, and Jeremy (Christina) Redmon; brothers: Jimmy (Sherry) Bunch, Charles “Doobie” (Brenda)...
Rex Evans, of Lancing
Apr 15, 2023
Rex Evans, age 64 from Lancing passed away April 15, 2023 in California. Rex was free spirited who loved traveling. He loved visiting friends and family and enjoyed tinkering and taking things apart and putting them back together.
He is preceded in death by his parents Robert Fred and Annabell Evans; brother Charles Evans; sister Julia Evans and...
Thomas Harney, Jr. of Lancing
Apr 15, 2023
Thomas Lee Harney, Jr., age 88 of Lancing, TN, went to be with the Lord on April 15, 2023. He was the husband of Maisel Harney. They shared 62 years of marriage together. Thomas was born on March 23, 1935 in Harlan, KY. He was the son of Thomas and Edna Harney. He is a veteran who served in the...
Sheila Gibson, of Huntsville
Apr 13, 2023
Sheila Gibson, age 71, passed away Thursday, April 13, 2023 at Huntsville Rehabilitation Center in Huntsville. Sheila loved crocheting, being outdoors, her cats and loved watching the birds.
She is preceded in death by her parents James & Martha Gibson; the mom who raised her, Alice Gibson; brothers Gary & Tommy Gibson; sisters Naomi and Margaret Messemore.
She is...
Jerry Hamby, of Scutcheon
Apr 12, 2023
Jerry Hamby, age 73 of Lancing passed away Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at Methodist Medical Center.
Jerry loved to coon hunt and going 4 wheeling, but most of all he loved playing with his grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his parents Sam & Nola Hamby; brothers Farrell Hamby, Ruben Hamby and Phillip Hamby.
He leaves behind...
Donald George Nugent
Apr 8, 2023
Donald George Nugent, age 74, passed away suddenly on Saturday, April 8, 2023, at West Marion Community Hospital. He was born on January 25, 1949, to his parents, Herbert Earl Nugent and Lillian Ruth Smith in Ypsilanti, Michigan.
Don was a proud Vietnam Veteran in the 82nd Airborne Division and 173rd Airborne Brigade, who received a Bronze Star Metal,...
Renee Rainey Griffith, of Petros
Apr 8, 2023
Renee Rainey Griffith, age 83 of Petros passed away April 8, 2023 at Parkwest Medical Center.
She is preceded in death by her parents Leighton & Jessie Rainey; brothers Ralph & Raymond and Robert Rainey.
She is survived by her children Robby & Carolyn Foster, Jeanie & Edward Swanger, Randy Foster all of Petros; grandchildren Felicia...
Jessica Barnett, formerly of Brewstertown
Apr 7, 2023
Jessica A. Barnett, age 87 of the Brewstertown Community passed away April 7, 2023.
She is preceded in death by her parents Jesse & Ellen Brewster; husband Lloyd Barnett; 2 sons-in-law Darrell Johnston and Chuck Rushe; 1 great granddaughter Bailey Randolph.
She is survived by her children Dale (Doris) Barnett, Debra Johnston, Ursula Rushe, Greg (Sherri) Barnett...
Thelma Phillips of Harriman
Apr 7, 2023
Thelma Jean Morgan-Phillips, age 74 went home to be with the Lord on April 7, 2023. She was a loved mother, sister and friend. Everyone who met and knew Thelma loved her. Thelma lived in Harriman, TN for 36 years, and was raised in the Joyner Community.
Thelma is preceded in death by her son Randy Ray Phillips; mother...
Betty Seaton, of Joyner Community
Apr 6, 2023
Betty A. Seaton, age 83 of the Joyner Community, passed away at Ft. Sanders Regional on April 6, 2023.
She is preceded in death by her parents George L. & Anna May Longmire; son Doug Seaton and a host of brothers and sisters.
She is survived by her children Steve (Michelle) Seaton, Joel (Karen) Seaton, Vic (Penny)...
Nancy Horner, of Wartburg
Apr 4, 2023
Nancy Maxine Hitchew Horner, age 83 of Daytona Beach, Florida passed away peacefully on April 4, 2023 at Methodist Medical Center. She was born December 1, 1939.
She is preceded in death by her parents Chester & Anna Hitchew of PA.; husband David Horner, Sr.; son David Horner, Jr.; brother Chester Hitchew; sisters Edna Crothers, Katherine Davis and Dorothy...
Andy Byrge, of Lancing
Apr 25, 2023
Andy Roger Byrge, age 47 of Lancing, TN. passed away suddenly on April 25, 2023.
He is preceded in death by his father Ezra Byrge; mother Hazel Byrge; brothers Ricky and Jason Byrge and sister Della Bell.
Andy leaves behind his sister Margie Hughes of Harriman; brother Herbert Byrge of Lancing and a host of nieces, nephews and extended...
Jane Covell, of Sunbright
Apr 24, 2023
Benita “Jane’ Covell of Grimsley, formerly of Sunbright, passed away April 24, 2023 following a brief illness. Jane was born September 17, 1954.
She is preceded in death by her father A.D. Kelly and her precious love Robert “Bob” Covell.
She is survived by her mother Roberta “June” Kelly; son Adrian Covell and girlfriend Keala Nabors; sister Betty Kelly...
Brenda Chaney
Apr 22, 2023
Brenda Gail York Chaney, age 70 of Oak Ridge passed away on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge.
She is preceded in death by her sons Danny Wayne, Lloyd, and Butch Gulley; mother Gertrude Moore; father Sherman York; brothers Eddie York, Tony Brown; grandmother and grandfather Florence & Joe Brown; great grandson Zander Gulley.
...
Wendell "Bud" Freytag
Apr 22, 2023
A faithful loyal man of God, Wendell “Buddy”Freytag went to be with our Lord and Savior on April 22, 2023 after a short battle with cancer. He was born on January 23, 1958 to loving parents, Gene and Jane Freytag and dedicated his life to his family, friends and coworkers. Buddy made friends his whole life and was there for...
Billy White, Jr. of Wartburg
Apr 20, 2023
William “Billy” Thurman White, Jr., age 46 from Wartburg passed away April 20, 2023, at his home. Billy was born January 9, 1977, to Sally and John Rhea and Bill and Mary Jane White.
He is survived by his parents; stepsisters Andrea Reyes and Tina Napier; stepbrother Kevin Rhea.
Billy enjoyed life and a good party with family,...
Kevin Walker, of Chestnut Ridge
Apr 19, 2023
John Kevin Walker, age 65 of the Chestnut Ridge Community, passed away on Wednesday, April 19, 2023, at the Erlanger Hospital in Chattanooga after a long battle with cancer and then most recently suffered a stroke. He is preceded in death by his Father: John Frank Walker.
John is survived by his Son: Jerry Walker of Chestnut RidgeMother: Odalene...
Mabel Lee Stringfield Armes , formerly of Oakdale
Apr 19, 2023
Mabel Lee Stringfield Armes, age 98 of Dearborn, MI, formerly of Oakdale, TN passed away on Wednesday April 19, 2023. Mabel was preceded in death by her husband: James K. Armes, Parents: Roy and Bertha Stringfield, Sisters: Nellie McCoy, Betty Armes, and Nancy Knight, Brothers: Carl Stringfield, Vivian Stringfield, Roy Stringfield, Jr. and Vanius Stringfield.
Surviving is her...
Tammy Sue Young, formerly of Wartburg
Apr 16, 2023
Tammy Young, age 57 went to her final resting place with her Lord and personal Savoir on Sunday April 16 2023. Tammy was born May 31, 1965. She was an amazing, funny, and very compassionate person and loved her family. She especially took pride in being a mother and grandmother.
She is preceded in death by her father George King, stepfather Bill Farmer,...
Shelia A Redmon
Apr 16, 2023
Shelia A. Redmon, age 71 of Wartburg, passed away peacefully at her home on April 16, 2023.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Cline and Bobby Bunch; sister, Frankie Cuthbert; and granddaughter, Alyson Tinker.
She is survived by her children: Tracy Redmon, Stacy (Tim) Ruppe, and Jeremy (Christina) Redmon; brothers: Jimmy (Sherry) Bunch, Charles “Doobie” (Brenda)...
Rex Evans, of Lancing
Apr 15, 2023
Rex Evans, age 64 from Lancing passed away April 15, 2023 in California. Rex was free spirited who loved traveling. He loved visiting friends and family and enjoyed tinkering and taking things apart and putting them back together.
He is preceded in death by his parents Robert Fred and Annabell Evans; brother Charles Evans; sister Julia Evans and...
Thomas Harney, Jr. of Lancing
Apr 15, 2023
Thomas Lee Harney, Jr., age 88 of Lancing, TN, went to be with the Lord on April 15, 2023. He was the husband of Maisel Harney. They shared 62 years of marriage together. Thomas was born on March 23, 1935 in Harlan, KY. He was the son of Thomas and Edna Harney. He is a veteran who served in the...
Sheila Gibson, of Huntsville
Apr 13, 2023
Sheila Gibson, age 71, passed away Thursday, April 13, 2023 at Huntsville Rehabilitation Center in Huntsville. Sheila loved crocheting, being outdoors, her cats and loved watching the birds.
She is preceded in death by her parents James & Martha Gibson; the mom who raised her, Alice Gibson; brothers Gary & Tommy Gibson; sisters Naomi and Margaret Messemore.
She is...
Jerry Hamby, of Scutcheon
Apr 12, 2023
Jerry Hamby, age 73 of Lancing passed away Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at Methodist Medical Center.
Jerry loved to coon hunt and going 4 wheeling, but most of all he loved playing with his grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his parents Sam & Nola Hamby; brothers Farrell Hamby, Ruben Hamby and Phillip Hamby.
He leaves behind...
Donald George Nugent
Apr 8, 2023
Donald George Nugent, age 74, passed away suddenly on Saturday, April 8, 2023, at West Marion Community Hospital. He was born on January 25, 1949, to his parents, Herbert Earl Nugent and Lillian Ruth Smith in Ypsilanti, Michigan.
Don was a proud Vietnam Veteran in the 82nd Airborne Division and 173rd Airborne Brigade, who received a Bronze Star Metal,...
Renee Rainey Griffith, of Petros
Apr 8, 2023
Renee Rainey Griffith, age 83 of Petros passed away April 8, 2023 at Parkwest Medical Center.
She is preceded in death by her parents Leighton & Jessie Rainey; brothers Ralph & Raymond and Robert Rainey.
She is survived by her children Robby & Carolyn Foster, Jeanie & Edward Swanger, Randy Foster all of Petros; grandchildren Felicia...
Jessica Barnett, formerly of Brewstertown
Apr 7, 2023
Jessica A. Barnett, age 87 of the Brewstertown Community passed away April 7, 2023.
She is preceded in death by her parents Jesse & Ellen Brewster; husband Lloyd Barnett; 2 sons-in-law Darrell Johnston and Chuck Rushe; 1 great granddaughter Bailey Randolph.
She is survived by her children Dale (Doris) Barnett, Debra Johnston, Ursula Rushe, Greg (Sherri) Barnett...
Thelma Phillips of Harriman
Apr 7, 2023
Thelma Jean Morgan-Phillips, age 74 went home to be with the Lord on April 7, 2023. She was a loved mother, sister and friend. Everyone who met and knew Thelma loved her. Thelma lived in Harriman, TN for 36 years, and was raised in the Joyner Community.
Thelma is preceded in death by her son Randy Ray Phillips; mother...
Betty Seaton, of Joyner Community
Apr 6, 2023
Betty A. Seaton, age 83 of the Joyner Community, passed away at Ft. Sanders Regional on April 6, 2023.
She is preceded in death by her parents George L. & Anna May Longmire; son Doug Seaton and a host of brothers and sisters.
She is survived by her children Steve (Michelle) Seaton, Joel (Karen) Seaton, Vic (Penny)...
Nancy Horner, of Wartburg
Apr 4, 2023
Nancy Maxine Hitchew Horner, age 83 of Daytona Beach, Florida passed away peacefully on April 4, 2023 at Methodist Medical Center. She was born December 1, 1939.
She is preceded in death by her parents Chester & Anna Hitchew of PA.; husband David Horner, Sr.; son David Horner, Jr.; brother Chester Hitchew; sisters Edna Crothers, Katherine Davis and Dorothy...