Obituaries

Obituaries for Schubert Funeral Home

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Billy Black

Billy Black

May 27, 2025

Billy was survived by his wife of 20 years, Tammy Black, and son Brandon (Jennifer) Conley. 

Billy was a veteran who served in the Navy. Once out of the service, he worked building smoke stacks until his retirement where the then moved back to Deer Lodge until his passing. 

The family has chose cremation and no services will be scheduled at this...

Larry Brown

Larry Brown

May 26, 2025

Larry Wayne Brown, known to many as “Fat Daddy”, rode his last ride on May 26, 2025.

He was born on July 4, 1977.  Larry was a true firecracker from the start. He lived life on his terms, with a love for the open road and the deep rumble of a Harley beneath him. His passion for classic square body Chevy’s is unmatched,...

Michelle Richardson

Michelle Richardson

May 24, 2025

Michelle Richardson, age 56, passed away peacefully at her home on May 24, 2025. She loved to spend her time with her grandchildren, she loved laughing, singing, and she loved her dog Harley.

She is preceded in death by her parents Burl & Frankie Daugherty.

Michelle is survived by her children Jennifer Lowe, Tasha Richardson, Johnny Rhea, JR., Masheala Lynn Dodge; siblings...

Imia Jean Hamby

Imia Jean Hamby

May 23, 2025

In Loving Memory of Imia “Jean” Hamby

Jean, beloved grandmother, devoted mother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully with family by her side on May 23rd, 2025, at the age of 70.

She is preceded in death by her parents Martha and Stanley Hamby, partner of many years, Joey Daugherty, daughter Martha Bedingfield, brothers Ellis, Robert, Jim, Roger, LD, sister Lori and nephew...

Michael D. Burchfield

Michael D. Burchfield

May 20, 2025



Micheal David Burchfield, age 50, of Wartburg, passed away on May 20th 2025, at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge after a short illness.

He was born on December 3, 1974 to James Ronald Burchfield and Derita Kay Overton in Ft. Knox, Ky,

Micheal was survived by 3 daughters Tiffney Gail Woodward and husband, Dillon of Mossy Grove, 3 grandchildren Casey Ray,...

Dorothy Ann Hoffman

Dorothy Ann Hoffman

May 19, 2025

Obituary for Dorothy Ann Foster Trotman Hoffman

Dorothy Ann Foster Trotman Hoffman, lovingly known by many as “Dot”, passed away

peacefully on May 19, 2025, in Oakdale, Tennessee, at the age of 77.

Dot was born on August 3, 1947, in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, and spent most of her life in

Charlotte, North Carolina, where she built a life rooted in faith, service, and...

Olga Creel

Olga Creel

May 15, 2025

Mrs. Olga Creel, age 38, passed away unexpectedly on May 15, 2025. She was born February 7, 1987 in St. Pettersburg, Russia.

Olga enjoyed cooking, hiking, exploring the outdoors, and going to Cades Cove and watching the bears.

She is preceded in death by her grandfather Timofei Kobets.

She leaves behind her husband of 21 years Benjamin Creel; son Timofei Creel; mother Svetlana...

Mallory “Mel” Shannon

Mallory “Mel” Shannon

May 9, 2025

Mallory “Mel” Colin Shannon, age 46, passed away peacefully May 9, 2025 at his home.

He is survived by his wife Heather Shannon of 25 years. Daughters Kaylin and Khloe Shannon. Father Coy Shannon, siblings Ona (Joey) Bunch, Sonia Byrge, Ellery (Rechelle) Shannon. Sister-in-law Melissa (Adam) Stephens. Nieces and Nephews: Ashton and Kaitlyn Byrge, Dylan and Bethany Bunch, Bryson, Alley, and...

Glen "Russ" Hensley

Glen "Russ" Hensley

May 7, 2025

Glen “Russ” Raymond Hensley of Burrville went to be with the Lord on May 7, 2025, after a long battle with kidney and heart disease. He was a loving husband, father, brother, son and uncle. He retired from Brushy Mountain Correctional Complex, and  later Morgan County Regional Complex after 30 years of service. He cherished many long-term relationships that he...

Portia Mae Davis

Portia Mae Davis

May 6, 2025

Mrs. Portia Mae Adkins Davis, age 82 passed away peacefully with family and friends by her side on May 6, 2025.

She was born on December 27, 1942 on Twin Bridge Road in Deer Lodge, TN and attended the Pleasant Green Church of the Nazarene. She was saved at an early age in this church.

Portia married the love of her life...

Earvie Hamby

Earvie Hamby

May 6, 2025

Earvie Blanche Hamby, age 80 passed away May 6, 2025 at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge.

Earvie never met a stranger and was loved by all who knew her. As a child, she attended elementary school at Oak Hill School in Gobey, TN. She was a lover of music and was a faithful attendee at Rocky Fork Jamboree for many...

Lecil Jones

Lecil Jones

May 4, 2025

Lecil Ricky Jones, age 69, of Deer Lodge passed away May 4, 2025 surrounded by his loving family, which included his daughter, Rhonda Ann Gilbert, his loving wife, Ruth Jones, his granddaughter, Laura Sobota, his brother, Cecil Jones, and his 3 step-kids.

He passed away at Life Care Center of Wartburg due to cancer spreading throughout his entire body. He died...

Anna Mae Marlow

Anna Mae Marlow

May 2, 2025

Anna Mae Marlow, age 98, went to be with the Lord on Friday May 2, 2025 at her home in Joyner surrounded by her family. She was a life long member of Union Baptist Church.

She spent her life working alongside her husband on their farm. She loved cooking Sunday dinners for family. Later in life, she enjoyed doing embroidery and...

John Anthony Cox

John Anthony Cox

May 2, 2025

John Anthony Cox, age 28, passed away Friday, May 2, 2025.

John Anthony was a kind, passionate, and loving father to his daughter MJ. He loved music, and music was his life.

He is preceded in death by his son Negan Cox; grandparents Helen and Bobby Cox and grandmother Sandra Perdue.

He is survived by his daughter Adrianna “MJ” Cox; parents William “Bill”...

Randy Albert Little, II

Randy Albert Little, II

Apr 28, 2025

Today, we gather to honor and remember Randy Albert Little the Second, born June 16, 1988, and called home on April 28, 2025.

Randy lived a life marked by service, loyalty, and heart. From a young age, he was a good boy — kind-hearted, strong-willed, and fiercely protective of those he loved. As he grew, that goodness only deepened, and it...

Janet Gail West

Janet Gail West

Apr 24, 2025

Janet Gail McDonald West, age 69 of Wartburg passed away April 24, 2025 at her home. She was born on April 8, 1956 in Chattanooga.

She is preceded in death by her parents Powell and Ruth McDonald.

She is survived by her husband Gary “Ol Smoke” West; children Chad, Kimberly (Billy), Jeremy, Wade (Sarah) and Cody (Aailey); sibling Powell Jr. (Cheryl), Judy...

James T. Brown

James T. Brown

Apr 24, 2025

James T. Brown went to be with the Lord on April 24, 2025 at his home in Burrville surrounded by family. He was born February 12, 1939.

James is preceded in death by his parents Sim Carson Brown and Artie Brown; three brothers Ernest Brown, Calvin Brown, and Lewis Brown; four sisters Maxine Caldwell, Juanelle Olmstead, Leola Nix, and Bernice Staggs...

Violet Moore

Violet Moore

Apr 23, 2025

The family will receive friends Friday, April 25, 2025 at Schubert Funeral Home in Wartburg from 5:00-7:00 p.m. with the funeral at 7:00 p.m. Graveside services will be Saturday at 11:00 a.m. in the Petros Cemetery (behind the Church of God). 

Billy Black

Billy Black

May 27, 2025

Billy was survived by his wife of 20 years, Tammy Black, and son Brandon (Jennifer) Conley. 

Billy was a veteran who served in the Navy. Once out of the service, he worked building smoke stacks until his retirement where the then moved back to Deer Lodge until his passing. 

The family has chose cremation and no services will be scheduled at this...

Larry Brown

Larry Brown

May 26, 2025

Larry Wayne Brown, known to many as “Fat Daddy”, rode his last ride on May 26, 2025.

He was born on July 4, 1977.  Larry was a true firecracker from the start. He lived life on his terms, with a love for the open road and the deep rumble of a Harley beneath him. His passion for classic square body Chevy’s is unmatched,...

Michelle Richardson

Michelle Richardson

May 24, 2025

Michelle Richardson, age 56, passed away peacefully at her home on May 24, 2025. She loved to spend her time with her grandchildren, she loved laughing, singing, and she loved her dog Harley.

She is preceded in death by her parents Burl & Frankie Daugherty.

Michelle is survived by her children Jennifer Lowe, Tasha Richardson, Johnny Rhea, JR., Masheala Lynn Dodge; siblings...

Imia Jean Hamby

Imia Jean Hamby

May 23, 2025

In Loving Memory of Imia “Jean” Hamby

Jean, beloved grandmother, devoted mother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully with family by her side on May 23rd, 2025, at the age of 70.

She is preceded in death by her parents Martha and Stanley Hamby, partner of many years, Joey Daugherty, daughter Martha Bedingfield, brothers Ellis, Robert, Jim, Roger, LD, sister Lori and nephew...

Michael D. Burchfield

Michael D. Burchfield

May 20, 2025



Micheal David Burchfield, age 50, of Wartburg, passed away on May 20th 2025, at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge after a short illness.

He was born on December 3, 1974 to James Ronald Burchfield and Derita Kay Overton in Ft. Knox, Ky,

Micheal was survived by 3 daughters Tiffney Gail Woodward and husband, Dillon of Mossy Grove, 3 grandchildren Casey Ray,...

Dorothy Ann Hoffman

Dorothy Ann Hoffman

May 19, 2025

Obituary for Dorothy Ann Foster Trotman Hoffman

Dorothy Ann Foster Trotman Hoffman, lovingly known by many as “Dot”, passed away

peacefully on May 19, 2025, in Oakdale, Tennessee, at the age of 77.

Dot was born on August 3, 1947, in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, and spent most of her life in

Charlotte, North Carolina, where she built a life rooted in faith, service, and...

Olga Creel

Olga Creel

May 15, 2025

Mrs. Olga Creel, age 38, passed away unexpectedly on May 15, 2025. She was born February 7, 1987 in St. Pettersburg, Russia.

Olga enjoyed cooking, hiking, exploring the outdoors, and going to Cades Cove and watching the bears.

She is preceded in death by her grandfather Timofei Kobets.

She leaves behind her husband of 21 years Benjamin Creel; son Timofei Creel; mother Svetlana...

Mallory “Mel” Shannon

Mallory “Mel” Shannon

May 9, 2025

Mallory “Mel” Colin Shannon, age 46, passed away peacefully May 9, 2025 at his home.

He is survived by his wife Heather Shannon of 25 years. Daughters Kaylin and Khloe Shannon. Father Coy Shannon, siblings Ona (Joey) Bunch, Sonia Byrge, Ellery (Rechelle) Shannon. Sister-in-law Melissa (Adam) Stephens. Nieces and Nephews: Ashton and Kaitlyn Byrge, Dylan and Bethany Bunch, Bryson, Alley, and...

Glen "Russ" Hensley

Glen "Russ" Hensley

May 7, 2025

Glen “Russ” Raymond Hensley of Burrville went to be with the Lord on May 7, 2025, after a long battle with kidney and heart disease. He was a loving husband, father, brother, son and uncle. He retired from Brushy Mountain Correctional Complex, and  later Morgan County Regional Complex after 30 years of service. He cherished many long-term relationships that he...

Portia Mae Davis

Portia Mae Davis

May 6, 2025

Mrs. Portia Mae Adkins Davis, age 82 passed away peacefully with family and friends by her side on May 6, 2025.

She was born on December 27, 1942 on Twin Bridge Road in Deer Lodge, TN and attended the Pleasant Green Church of the Nazarene. She was saved at an early age in this church.

Portia married the love of her life...

Earvie Hamby

Earvie Hamby

May 6, 2025

Earvie Blanche Hamby, age 80 passed away May 6, 2025 at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge.

Earvie never met a stranger and was loved by all who knew her. As a child, she attended elementary school at Oak Hill School in Gobey, TN. She was a lover of music and was a faithful attendee at Rocky Fork Jamboree for many...

Lecil Jones

Lecil Jones

May 4, 2025

Lecil Ricky Jones, age 69, of Deer Lodge passed away May 4, 2025 surrounded by his loving family, which included his daughter, Rhonda Ann Gilbert, his loving wife, Ruth Jones, his granddaughter, Laura Sobota, his brother, Cecil Jones, and his 3 step-kids.

He passed away at Life Care Center of Wartburg due to cancer spreading throughout his entire body. He died...

Anna Mae Marlow

Anna Mae Marlow

May 2, 2025

Anna Mae Marlow, age 98, went to be with the Lord on Friday May 2, 2025 at her home in Joyner surrounded by her family. She was a life long member of Union Baptist Church.

She spent her life working alongside her husband on their farm. She loved cooking Sunday dinners for family. Later in life, she enjoyed doing embroidery and...

John Anthony Cox

John Anthony Cox

May 2, 2025

John Anthony Cox, age 28, passed away Friday, May 2, 2025.

John Anthony was a kind, passionate, and loving father to his daughter MJ. He loved music, and music was his life.

He is preceded in death by his son Negan Cox; grandparents Helen and Bobby Cox and grandmother Sandra Perdue.

He is survived by his daughter Adrianna “MJ” Cox; parents William “Bill”...

Randy Albert Little, II

Randy Albert Little, II

Apr 28, 2025

Today, we gather to honor and remember Randy Albert Little the Second, born June 16, 1988, and called home on April 28, 2025.

Randy lived a life marked by service, loyalty, and heart. From a young age, he was a good boy — kind-hearted, strong-willed, and fiercely protective of those he loved. As he grew, that goodness only deepened, and it...

Janet Gail West

Janet Gail West

Apr 24, 2025

Janet Gail McDonald West, age 69 of Wartburg passed away April 24, 2025 at her home. She was born on April 8, 1956 in Chattanooga.

She is preceded in death by her parents Powell and Ruth McDonald.

She is survived by her husband Gary “Ol Smoke” West; children Chad, Kimberly (Billy), Jeremy, Wade (Sarah) and Cody (Aailey); sibling Powell Jr. (Cheryl), Judy...

James T. Brown

James T. Brown

Apr 24, 2025

James T. Brown went to be with the Lord on April 24, 2025 at his home in Burrville surrounded by family. He was born February 12, 1939.

James is preceded in death by his parents Sim Carson Brown and Artie Brown; three brothers Ernest Brown, Calvin Brown, and Lewis Brown; four sisters Maxine Caldwell, Juanelle Olmstead, Leola Nix, and Bernice Staggs...

Violet Moore

Violet Moore

Apr 23, 2025

The family will receive friends Friday, April 25, 2025 at Schubert Funeral Home in Wartburg from 5:00-7:00 p.m. with the funeral at 7:00 p.m. Graveside services will be Saturday at 11:00 a.m. in the Petros Cemetery (behind the Church of God). 

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