Obituaries
Obituaries for Schubert Funeral Home
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones
Kelly Hamby
May 10, 2026
James Kelly Hamby, age 61, passed away on May 10, 2026.
He is preceded in death by his parents Ray & Hattie Hamby; sister Mary Lou Shannon; brothers R.P. and Steve Hamby; brothers-in-law Sidney Clark, William Johnson, and William Brown.
He is survived by his wife of 40 years Pamela; son Aaron (Madison) Hamby; granddaughter Vada; brothers Burnis (Brenda) Hamby, Roger (Terri)...
Christy Koblenz
May 8, 2026
Christy Koblenz, age 52, passed away May 8, 2026 at her home in Oliver Springs.
She is survived by her sons Andrew (Connor) Turpin, and Alex (Amber) Turpin; mother JoAnn Vann; brothers Bucky Nance, Larry Nance, and Mike Nance; aunt Betty Dyer; grandchildren Kayden Turpin, Braxton Turpin, Braydon Turpin, and Bristal Turpin.
She is preceded in death by her father Irvin Vann;...
Jackie "Jack" Worthen
May 6, 2026
Jackie Lee Worthen, age 89, of Lancing, passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at Life Care Center of Morgan County.
He is survived by his wife Lucille; children Kenneth Worthen, James Worthen, Vickie Rutherford, and Sharon Rugh; grandchildren: Liesl, Louisa, Bryan, and Melissa; 8 great-grandchildren; and sister, Patty Venis.
Schubert Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Jackie Lee...
Brenda Phillips
May 5, 2026
Brenda Sue Phillips, age 67, passed away suddenly on May 5, 2026, at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge, with her family by her bedside. She was born June 13, 1958, to Reno and Wilma Phillips
She is preceded in death by her father Reno Phillilps; brothers Elmer, Robert, Jessie, Charles (Duke) and Eddie Phillips; sister-in-law Robin Phillilps and brother-in-law Paul Jones....
Michael Mclendon
May 3, 2026
Michael McLendon was a hardworking, strong, and protective man whose love for his family and friends will never be forgotten. He was the beloved son of Michael Kennedy and Christiana McLendon. Michael was a caring brother, uncle, cousin, and loyal friend to many people whose lives he touched.
Michael shared a special bond with his little sister, Mya Kennedy, and although...
Wesley W. Hamrick
May 2, 2026
Wesley Kainan Wade Hamrick, age 28, passed away suddenly on May 2, 2026, at his home in Oliver Springs, TN. He was born July 7, 1997 in Cortez, Colorado to Laura Sword and Wesley Hamrick, Sr.
He was known as Wesley to friends and coworkers but his family affectionally called him Kainan. Kainan loved to travel and he loved nature. He...
Jimmy L. Taylor
May 2, 2026
Jimmy Lee Taylor January 21, 1972 - May 2, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jimmy Lee Taylor of Sparta, TN, after a long, courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.
Jimmy is survived by his loving wife, Tiffany Elaine Taylor; daughter, Naval Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Katrina Ivora Moore, and son, Kaleb Mikel Taylor. Father and mother,...
Cheryletta Gail Williams
May 1, 2026
Cheryletta Gail Williams departed this world for her heavenly home on May 1, 2026.
She is preceded in death by her parents Lamuel & Velva June Newport; daughter Jennifer Pride; grandson Ajax Pride; brother Brad Newport and special uncle Theodore Taylor.
She is survived by her sons Donald Williams, Ronald Smith, Jr. and daughters Amanda (David) Newberry; sisters Carol Miller, Joye (Todd)...
Kenneth "Kenny" Davis, Jr.
Apr 30, 2026
Kenneth Lee Davis, Jr., formerly of Deer Lodge passed away April 30, 2026, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He was born February 14, 1951 to Kenneth and Betty Davis.
He is survived by his three brothers Dallas, Allen, and Bryant Davis.
Kenny’s wish was a private burial in Mt. Hope Cemetery in Deer Lodge.
The family would like to thank the many who have reached...
Elmer Phillips
Apr 29, 2026
Elmer Phillips, age 58, of Sunbright, went to his heavenly home April 29, 2026, at his home. He was born April 18, 1968.
He is preceded in death by his father Reno Phillilps; brothers Robert, Jessie, Charles (Duke) and Eddie Phillips; sister-in-law Robin Phillilps and brother-in-law Paul Jones. Grandfather Johnny Hummel and grandmother Pearl Kelly.
Elmer is survived by his mother Wilma Phillips;...
Jimmie Hawn
Apr 28, 2026
Jimmie Hawn, age 87, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on April 28, 2026. He was a life long truck driver. He loved listening to trade time and always wanted to buy another truck.
He is preceded in death by his wife of 54 years Barbara Hawn; mother and father Maude and Virgil Hawn; children Jimmie, Oscar and...
Clara "Snookie" Steelman Shearer
Apr 27, 2026
Clara, Luanna “Snookie” Steelman Shearer, born May 5, 1952, went to her heavenly home April 27, 2026.
Snookie is preceded in death by her great grandparents Lige and Leann Williams, Mindy Ann and Leo Ooten; grandparents Marvin and Edna Steelman, Clara Lee (Clint) and Floyd Coots, and parents Vance Claude “Pete” and Anna Kathleen “Katie” Steelman and brother Micheal Dwayne “Mickey”...
Maeagile Stringfield
Apr 27, 2026
Maeagile Morgan Stringfield, age 82, of Wartburg, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2026. She was born on May 30, 1943, in Gobey, Tennessee.Known by many as Madge, Mae, Mom, and Nana, she was dearly loved by her family and friends.She is preceded in death by her parents, Winford and Ollie (Dyer) Morgan; and her siblings, Arizona Whitamore, Carson...
Gary Barnette
Apr 26, 2026
Gary Lee Barnette, 77, of Lancing, Tennessee, went home to be with our Saviour, Sunday April 26, 2026, surrounded by loved ones, after a long battle with Alzheimer's.
Gary was a friend to everyone he met, always had a smile on his face, and could crack you up with his quick wit and infectious laugh. He loved his family very much...
James "Jim" Whaley
Apr 25, 2026
James “Jim” Whaley, age 77, of Wartburg, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2026.
Born in Blount County, TN on October 23, 1948, Jim was a proud graduate of Young High School where he played football and developed lifelong friends. He went on to obtain a Bachelor’s degree in forestry from the University of Tennessee and moved to McMinnville,TN, to...
Marvine Cox Rainey
Apr 25, 2026
Marvine Cox Rainey, age 97, of Oliver Springs passed away April 25, 2026 at the Alexander House in Oak Ridge.
Marvine graduated from The University of Tennessee where she was a member of the Greek Community, and later earned her Masters in Education from UT. She was a prominent figure at the Lancing School where she taught for 33 years. Marvine...
Harold Johnson
Apr 25, 2026
J. Harold Johnson died on April 25, 2026, in the early hours of the morning at Cumberland County Medical Center. He was born on June 29, 1947, to Clifford and Edna Johnson.
Harold was a kind man who would gladly give those he cared for the shirt right off of his back and was also a loving husband and father.
He is preceded...
Vernon Hawn
Apr 22, 2026
Vietnam Veteran
Vernon Ray Hawn
May 16, 1951 – April 22, 2026
Vernon Hawn age 74 years old, departed this walk of life on April 22, 2026, after a long battle battling cancer. Vernon found that heavenly peace, with his loving family at his bedside loving him through that journey.
Vernon was a devoted son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and a proud decorated...
Florence Potter
Apr 21, 2026
Florence E. Potter, age 97, a loving mother and grandmother, passed away April 21, 2026, at her home after a short illness.
She is preceded in death by her husband Lester Potter.
She is survived by her son, Martin Potter and daughter, Elizabeth Williams; grandchildren Shawn Hummel, Vanessa Potter and Brandon Potter, Robert and Bridgett Williams, Tony and Stephanie Williams and Patrick...
Kelly Hamby
May 10, 2026
James Kelly Hamby, age 61, passed away on May 10, 2026.
He is preceded in death by his parents Ray & Hattie Hamby; sister Mary Lou Shannon; brothers R.P. and Steve Hamby; brothers-in-law Sidney Clark, William Johnson, and William Brown.
He is survived by his wife of 40 years Pamela; son Aaron (Madison) Hamby; granddaughter Vada; brothers Burnis (Brenda) Hamby, Roger (Terri)...
Christy Koblenz
May 8, 2026
Christy Koblenz, age 52, passed away May 8, 2026 at her home in Oliver Springs.
She is survived by her sons Andrew (Connor) Turpin, and Alex (Amber) Turpin; mother JoAnn Vann; brothers Bucky Nance, Larry Nance, and Mike Nance; aunt Betty Dyer; grandchildren Kayden Turpin, Braxton Turpin, Braydon Turpin, and Bristal Turpin.
She is preceded in death by her father Irvin Vann;...
Jackie "Jack" Worthen
May 6, 2026
Jackie Lee Worthen, age 89, of Lancing, passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at Life Care Center of Morgan County.
He is survived by his wife Lucille; children Kenneth Worthen, James Worthen, Vickie Rutherford, and Sharon Rugh; grandchildren: Liesl, Louisa, Bryan, and Melissa; 8 great-grandchildren; and sister, Patty Venis.
Schubert Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Jackie Lee...
Brenda Phillips
May 5, 2026
Brenda Sue Phillips, age 67, passed away suddenly on May 5, 2026, at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge, with her family by her bedside. She was born June 13, 1958, to Reno and Wilma Phillips
She is preceded in death by her father Reno Phillilps; brothers Elmer, Robert, Jessie, Charles (Duke) and Eddie Phillips; sister-in-law Robin Phillilps and brother-in-law Paul Jones....
Michael Mclendon
May 3, 2026
Michael McLendon was a hardworking, strong, and protective man whose love for his family and friends will never be forgotten. He was the beloved son of Michael Kennedy and Christiana McLendon. Michael was a caring brother, uncle, cousin, and loyal friend to many people whose lives he touched.
Michael shared a special bond with his little sister, Mya Kennedy, and although...
Wesley W. Hamrick
May 2, 2026
Wesley Kainan Wade Hamrick, age 28, passed away suddenly on May 2, 2026, at his home in Oliver Springs, TN. He was born July 7, 1997 in Cortez, Colorado to Laura Sword and Wesley Hamrick, Sr.
He was known as Wesley to friends and coworkers but his family affectionally called him Kainan. Kainan loved to travel and he loved nature. He...
Jimmy L. Taylor
May 2, 2026
Jimmy Lee Taylor January 21, 1972 - May 2, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jimmy Lee Taylor of Sparta, TN, after a long, courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.
Jimmy is survived by his loving wife, Tiffany Elaine Taylor; daughter, Naval Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Katrina Ivora Moore, and son, Kaleb Mikel Taylor. Father and mother,...
Cheryletta Gail Williams
May 1, 2026
Cheryletta Gail Williams departed this world for her heavenly home on May 1, 2026.
She is preceded in death by her parents Lamuel & Velva June Newport; daughter Jennifer Pride; grandson Ajax Pride; brother Brad Newport and special uncle Theodore Taylor.
She is survived by her sons Donald Williams, Ronald Smith, Jr. and daughters Amanda (David) Newberry; sisters Carol Miller, Joye (Todd)...
Kenneth "Kenny" Davis, Jr.
Apr 30, 2026
Kenneth Lee Davis, Jr., formerly of Deer Lodge passed away April 30, 2026, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He was born February 14, 1951 to Kenneth and Betty Davis.
He is survived by his three brothers Dallas, Allen, and Bryant Davis.
Kenny’s wish was a private burial in Mt. Hope Cemetery in Deer Lodge.
The family would like to thank the many who have reached...
Elmer Phillips
Apr 29, 2026
Elmer Phillips, age 58, of Sunbright, went to his heavenly home April 29, 2026, at his home. He was born April 18, 1968.
He is preceded in death by his father Reno Phillilps; brothers Robert, Jessie, Charles (Duke) and Eddie Phillips; sister-in-law Robin Phillilps and brother-in-law Paul Jones. Grandfather Johnny Hummel and grandmother Pearl Kelly.
Elmer is survived by his mother Wilma Phillips;...
Jimmie Hawn
Apr 28, 2026
Jimmie Hawn, age 87, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on April 28, 2026. He was a life long truck driver. He loved listening to trade time and always wanted to buy another truck.
He is preceded in death by his wife of 54 years Barbara Hawn; mother and father Maude and Virgil Hawn; children Jimmie, Oscar and...
Clara "Snookie" Steelman Shearer
Apr 27, 2026
Clara, Luanna “Snookie” Steelman Shearer, born May 5, 1952, went to her heavenly home April 27, 2026.
Snookie is preceded in death by her great grandparents Lige and Leann Williams, Mindy Ann and Leo Ooten; grandparents Marvin and Edna Steelman, Clara Lee (Clint) and Floyd Coots, and parents Vance Claude “Pete” and Anna Kathleen “Katie” Steelman and brother Micheal Dwayne “Mickey”...
Maeagile Stringfield
Apr 27, 2026
Maeagile Morgan Stringfield, age 82, of Wartburg, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2026. She was born on May 30, 1943, in Gobey, Tennessee.Known by many as Madge, Mae, Mom, and Nana, she was dearly loved by her family and friends.She is preceded in death by her parents, Winford and Ollie (Dyer) Morgan; and her siblings, Arizona Whitamore, Carson...
Gary Barnette
Apr 26, 2026
Gary Lee Barnette, 77, of Lancing, Tennessee, went home to be with our Saviour, Sunday April 26, 2026, surrounded by loved ones, after a long battle with Alzheimer's.
Gary was a friend to everyone he met, always had a smile on his face, and could crack you up with his quick wit and infectious laugh. He loved his family very much...
James "Jim" Whaley
Apr 25, 2026
James “Jim” Whaley, age 77, of Wartburg, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2026.
Born in Blount County, TN on October 23, 1948, Jim was a proud graduate of Young High School where he played football and developed lifelong friends. He went on to obtain a Bachelor’s degree in forestry from the University of Tennessee and moved to McMinnville,TN, to...
Marvine Cox Rainey
Apr 25, 2026
Marvine Cox Rainey, age 97, of Oliver Springs passed away April 25, 2026 at the Alexander House in Oak Ridge.
Marvine graduated from The University of Tennessee where she was a member of the Greek Community, and later earned her Masters in Education from UT. She was a prominent figure at the Lancing School where she taught for 33 years. Marvine...
Harold Johnson
Apr 25, 2026
J. Harold Johnson died on April 25, 2026, in the early hours of the morning at Cumberland County Medical Center. He was born on June 29, 1947, to Clifford and Edna Johnson.
Harold was a kind man who would gladly give those he cared for the shirt right off of his back and was also a loving husband and father.
He is preceded...
Vernon Hawn
Apr 22, 2026
Vietnam Veteran
Vernon Ray Hawn
May 16, 1951 – April 22, 2026
Vernon Hawn age 74 years old, departed this walk of life on April 22, 2026, after a long battle battling cancer. Vernon found that heavenly peace, with his loving family at his bedside loving him through that journey.
Vernon was a devoted son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and a proud decorated...
Florence Potter
Apr 21, 2026
Florence E. Potter, age 97, a loving mother and grandmother, passed away April 21, 2026, at her home after a short illness.
She is preceded in death by her husband Lester Potter.
She is survived by her son, Martin Potter and daughter, Elizabeth Williams; grandchildren Shawn Hummel, Vanessa Potter and Brandon Potter, Robert and Bridgett Williams, Tony and Stephanie Williams and Patrick...
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