Billy J. Hurst

Mr. Billy J. Hurst, age 97, of Deer Lodge, TN, passed away on Tuesday morning, December 9, 2025. Born on September 11, 1928, he lived a long and meaningful life marked by devotion to family, service to country, and pride in his work.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 51 years, Margurite; his parents, Dave and Lucy Scott Hurst; brothers Marvin, Ben Jay, Jack, Shalar, Herman, Addison, and Ernie; and sisters Dorene, Irene, Thelma, Ova, and infant Clara.

Billy is survived by special nieces and nephews and their families: Danny Adkins and wife Patty of Monroe, MI; Shelly Holloway and husband Bobby of Spring City, TN; Ann Jones and husband Michael of Deer Lodge; Mike Hurst and wife Judy of Lancing, TN; and special stepson Paul Carnahan and wife Mari of Bradenton, FL. He is also survived by many other cherished family members and friends.

A proud veteran, Billy served honorably in both the U.S. Navy from 1945–1946 and, later, in the U.S. Army during the Korean War from 1950–1952. During his service, he was wounded in the upper leg and spent six months recovering at a Fort Campbell hospital, which brought his military career to a close.

Following his time in the service, Billy brought the same dedication to his civilian life. He worked for 30 years at Cadillac Motor Co. in Detroit, MI, where he served as a Quality Control Technician. He took great pride in his work and retired in March 1981, after which he and his wife, Marge, enjoyed many years together in Bradenton, FL. After her passing in April 2005, Billy returned home to Deer Lodge, TN, where he lived until his own passing.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, December 14, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Schubert Funeral Home in Wartburg, with the funeral service beginning at 3:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Deer Lodge, TN. Bro. Michael Jones officiating, and music will be provided by Bobby and Grayson Holloway and Blake McCartt.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the American Legion Post 149 in his honor.

Schubert Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Billy J. Hurst.