Obituaries
Obituaries for Schubert Funeral Home
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones
Judy Saffell
Oct 8, 2024
Judy Saffell, age 76, passed away October 8, 2024 at her home. She was born June 15, 1948 in Harriman.
She is preceded by her parents George and Juanita Honeycutt; brothers Danny Honeycutt and Mickey Honeycutt; sister Sheila Jones; husbands Lee A. Saffell, Sr. and Nick Tanner; granddaughter Jessy Saffell; great grandson William Morrison.
Judy is survived by her sister Glenda Compton;...
Garry Coffman
Oct 8, 2024
Mr. Garry Coffman, age 63 of Oakdale passed away suddenly on Monday, October 7, 2024 at his home with his family by his side.
He is preceded in death by his parents Everett & Edith Coffman; daughter Nancy Collier; 2 brothers Glenn Coffman and Arthur Coffman; 2 sisters Betty Powers and Patricia Butler.
He leaves behind his wife of 40 years Connie...
Lovalene Heidel
Oct 8, 2024
Lovalene K. Heidel
September 16, 1935 – October 8, 2024
Lovalene K. Heidel, 89, of Wartburg passed peacefully on October 8, 2024. She fought a brave battle with God by her side.
She is preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Ellis Heidel: parents Elmer and Maude Kearney of Sunbright, TN.; brothers Tommy C. Kearney, Elmer R. Kearney, Clifton Kearney and sister...
Michael Morano, Sr
Oct 7, 2024
Michael Morano, Sr., age 68, of Deer Lodge passed away October 7, 2024 at his home in Deer Lodge. Michael was an avid hunter, who loved being in the woods, being on the farm, and loved being a machinist. But most of all he loved spending time with his grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his wife Barbara Supeck Morano;...
Paul Jones
Oct 6, 2024
Paul Franklin Jones, born March 8, 1946, age 78 of Sunbright, TN departed this life for his Heavenly home on October 6, 2024. He retired from Citizens Gas Utility and was a member of the Midway Baptist Church in Sunbright.
He is preceded in death by his parents Freeman Litton Jones, Sr. and Callie Mae Price Jones; siblings Charlene Jones, Cleatis...
Ilon Louise Ward
Oct 5, 2024
Ilon Louise Weller Ward, age 89, of Philadelphia passed away Saturday, October 5, 2024.
She is preceded in death by her parents Charles and Emily Kelley; husband Troy Ward and Preston Weller; son Darrel Ward; brothers David Kelley, Tom Kelley and sister, Gloria McNish.
She is survived by her daughter Karen Nix of Philadelphia; 2 grandsons Tyler (Kayla) Nix of Sweetwater, Taylor...
Emali Denai Sage
Oct 2, 2024
On October 2, 2024, the world lost a truly remarkable soul, Emali Denai Sage, who passed away at the age of 34 at Tennova North Medical Center in Powell, Tennessee. Born on March 13, 1990, in Knoxville, Tennessee, Emali lived a life filled with love, resilience, and an indomitable spirit that touched everyone she met.
Emali was a wild horse with...
Debra Bailey
Oct 2, 2024
Debra Ann Curtiss Bailey, age 69 passed away peacefully Wednesday, 2, 2024. She was born in Massachusetts on April 16, 1955 and was raised in LaFollette, TN.
She is preceded in death by her late husband of 31 years Douglas Allen Wolf; parents John Louis Curtiss and Betty Jean McCullah Curtiss.
She leaves behind a daughter Lori Michelle Bailey Bowman (Kimberly); grandsons...
James Edward Hall
Sep 29, 2024
James Edward Hall, affectionately known as Eddy, age 67, of Midland, Texas, passed away on September 29, 2024. Born on May 19, 1957, in Oliver Springs, Tennessee, to the late Violet V. Hall, he was preceded in death by her and his grandparents, James and Jean Holder. Eddy is survived by his brothers, Howard Keith Hall and his wife Gina,...
David Landrum
Sep 29, 2024
David W. Landrum, age 70, of Lancing, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 29, 2024, surrounded by his family.
David is preceded in death by his mother, Geraldine Landrum. Grandparents: Charles and Loverne Landrum.
Brother-in-law: Roger Smithers.
Sister-in-law: Vicky (Jeff) Spradlin.
David is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Glenna Smithers Landrum.
Children: David (Renee) Landrum, Adam (Cody) Landrum, Tiffany (Coty) Hughett and...
Nancy Robinson
Sep 25, 2024
Nancy Lee Ridenour Robinson, age 88 of Wartburg passed away September 25, 2024. She was known for her amazing dishes and always having an extra seat around the kitchen table for anyone that stopped by. Nancy was a member of Union Baptist Church. She took pride in being a mother and grandmother, always bringing her family together and blessing others...
Christopher Lester
Sep 21, 2024
Christopher Michael Lester (known by Chris), age 41, of Lake City, Michigan passed away September 21, 2024 at Munson Medical Center of Traverse City. Chris was the middle of 5 siblings. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, mudding, working on vehicles, growing plants and the list goes on. He loves being right. His humor was legendary. He loved and enjoyed life to...
Independence "India" Stringfield
Sep 21, 2024
We lay our mom to rest in our Holy Father’s Presence. Our Mom was born July 4th, 1933 and her name was Independence Taylor Landrum Stringfield, better known as India. Mom was a wonderful musician, prolific singer-songwriter and she deeply loved Gospel Bluegrass music. Mom loved to perform on stage, like the time she played for FDR in Rockwood, TN,...
Judy Barnette
Sep 19, 2024
Judy Lynn Parker Barnette, 73, of Lancing, Tennessee, passed away Thursday September 19, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones, after a long 7+ year battle with Malignant Melanoma.
Judy was adored by all who knew her for her kindness, sweet smile, humble character, funny wit, and quiet grace that would shine through every single day. To know her was to love...
Roger Beasley
Sep 15, 2024
Roger Beasley, age 70, of Lancing passed away Sunday, September 15, 2024 at his home. He was born June 14, 1954.
Roger enjoyed logging, fishing and was a United States Army Veteran.
He is preceded in death by his parents James & Thelma Beasley; daughter Monica Marie Beasley; son Roger “Bubb” Beasley; brothers Johnny, Charlie, and Owen Beasley; sister Pluma Gilreath.
Roger leaves...
William David Aytes
Sep 14, 2024
William “David” Aytes, of Frankfort, passed away at home Saturday, September 14th, just days after turning 73 years old. David worked at Schubert Funeral Home and Morgan Farmers Co-op. As a young man he enjoyed spending time on Clear Creek and the Obed.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Jolene Bowlin Aytes and father Royal “Sonny” Aytes, sister-in-law Sheila...
Anthony Collins
Sep 10, 2024
Anthony D Collins age 62 of Wartburg, passed away Tuesday September 10th surrounded by his family. Anthony was a former machinist who worked for Boeing until its closure and recently retired from the State of TN Dept of Corrections.
Anthony was preceded in death by his parents, David J & Martha B Collins, grandparents Nannie & Fred Kidd and Jerry &...
Stevie Gunter
Sep 9, 2024
Steve Ray Gunter, age 61, of Deer Lodge passed away September 9, 2024 at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge. Steve was the youngest of 8 siblings. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, riding horses, woodwork and the list goes on and on. His humor and wit were legendary. He loved and enjoyed life to the fullest. But the most important...
David Greene
Sep 6, 2024
Bruce David Greene, age 59 of Wartburg passed away peacefully at his home on September 6th 2024.
He was preceded in death by his Grandparents: Bruce Greene Sr. and Mary Greene. and Willie and Clyde Hamby, Parents: Rose and Bruce Greene, Daughter Melinda, (Former Wife) Dee Dee Bunch, and a host of other special family members including his uncle Junior Hamby.
He...
Steven Vaughn Jenkins
Sep 6, 2024
Steven V. Jenkins, age 74 of Wartburg, passed away September 6, 2024 at his home. He was born February 17, 1950 in Idaho Falls, Idaho.
Steven was in the United States Army from 1971-1972. He was a member of the Grace Community Church in Kingston. He enjoyed going fishing and clam digging during the 48 years he and his wife Susan...
Judy Saffell
Oct 8, 2024
Judy Saffell, age 76, passed away October 8, 2024 at her home. She was born June 15, 1948 in Harriman.
She is preceded by her parents George and Juanita Honeycutt; brothers Danny Honeycutt and Mickey Honeycutt; sister Sheila Jones; husbands Lee A. Saffell, Sr. and Nick Tanner; granddaughter Jessy Saffell; great grandson William Morrison.
Judy is survived by her sister Glenda Compton;...
Garry Coffman
Oct 8, 2024
Mr. Garry Coffman, age 63 of Oakdale passed away suddenly on Monday, October 7, 2024 at his home with his family by his side.
He is preceded in death by his parents Everett & Edith Coffman; daughter Nancy Collier; 2 brothers Glenn Coffman and Arthur Coffman; 2 sisters Betty Powers and Patricia Butler.
He leaves behind his wife of 40 years Connie...
Lovalene Heidel
Oct 8, 2024
Lovalene K. Heidel
September 16, 1935 – October 8, 2024
Lovalene K. Heidel, 89, of Wartburg passed peacefully on October 8, 2024. She fought a brave battle with God by her side.
She is preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Ellis Heidel: parents Elmer and Maude Kearney of Sunbright, TN.; brothers Tommy C. Kearney, Elmer R. Kearney, Clifton Kearney and sister...
Michael Morano, Sr
Oct 7, 2024
Michael Morano, Sr., age 68, of Deer Lodge passed away October 7, 2024 at his home in Deer Lodge. Michael was an avid hunter, who loved being in the woods, being on the farm, and loved being a machinist. But most of all he loved spending time with his grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his wife Barbara Supeck Morano;...
Paul Jones
Oct 6, 2024
Paul Franklin Jones, born March 8, 1946, age 78 of Sunbright, TN departed this life for his Heavenly home on October 6, 2024. He retired from Citizens Gas Utility and was a member of the Midway Baptist Church in Sunbright.
He is preceded in death by his parents Freeman Litton Jones, Sr. and Callie Mae Price Jones; siblings Charlene Jones, Cleatis...
Ilon Louise Ward
Oct 5, 2024
Ilon Louise Weller Ward, age 89, of Philadelphia passed away Saturday, October 5, 2024.
She is preceded in death by her parents Charles and Emily Kelley; husband Troy Ward and Preston Weller; son Darrel Ward; brothers David Kelley, Tom Kelley and sister, Gloria McNish.
She is survived by her daughter Karen Nix of Philadelphia; 2 grandsons Tyler (Kayla) Nix of Sweetwater, Taylor...
Emali Denai Sage
Oct 2, 2024
On October 2, 2024, the world lost a truly remarkable soul, Emali Denai Sage, who passed away at the age of 34 at Tennova North Medical Center in Powell, Tennessee. Born on March 13, 1990, in Knoxville, Tennessee, Emali lived a life filled with love, resilience, and an indomitable spirit that touched everyone she met.
Emali was a wild horse with...
Debra Bailey
Oct 2, 2024
Debra Ann Curtiss Bailey, age 69 passed away peacefully Wednesday, 2, 2024. She was born in Massachusetts on April 16, 1955 and was raised in LaFollette, TN.
She is preceded in death by her late husband of 31 years Douglas Allen Wolf; parents John Louis Curtiss and Betty Jean McCullah Curtiss.
She leaves behind a daughter Lori Michelle Bailey Bowman (Kimberly); grandsons...
James Edward Hall
Sep 29, 2024
James Edward Hall, affectionately known as Eddy, age 67, of Midland, Texas, passed away on September 29, 2024. Born on May 19, 1957, in Oliver Springs, Tennessee, to the late Violet V. Hall, he was preceded in death by her and his grandparents, James and Jean Holder. Eddy is survived by his brothers, Howard Keith Hall and his wife Gina,...
David Landrum
Sep 29, 2024
David W. Landrum, age 70, of Lancing, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 29, 2024, surrounded by his family.
David is preceded in death by his mother, Geraldine Landrum. Grandparents: Charles and Loverne Landrum.
Brother-in-law: Roger Smithers.
Sister-in-law: Vicky (Jeff) Spradlin.
David is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Glenna Smithers Landrum.
Children: David (Renee) Landrum, Adam (Cody) Landrum, Tiffany (Coty) Hughett and...
Nancy Robinson
Sep 25, 2024
Nancy Lee Ridenour Robinson, age 88 of Wartburg passed away September 25, 2024. She was known for her amazing dishes and always having an extra seat around the kitchen table for anyone that stopped by. Nancy was a member of Union Baptist Church. She took pride in being a mother and grandmother, always bringing her family together and blessing others...
Christopher Lester
Sep 21, 2024
Christopher Michael Lester (known by Chris), age 41, of Lake City, Michigan passed away September 21, 2024 at Munson Medical Center of Traverse City. Chris was the middle of 5 siblings. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, mudding, working on vehicles, growing plants and the list goes on. He loves being right. His humor was legendary. He loved and enjoyed life to...
Independence "India" Stringfield
Sep 21, 2024
We lay our mom to rest in our Holy Father’s Presence. Our Mom was born July 4th, 1933 and her name was Independence Taylor Landrum Stringfield, better known as India. Mom was a wonderful musician, prolific singer-songwriter and she deeply loved Gospel Bluegrass music. Mom loved to perform on stage, like the time she played for FDR in Rockwood, TN,...
Judy Barnette
Sep 19, 2024
Judy Lynn Parker Barnette, 73, of Lancing, Tennessee, passed away Thursday September 19, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones, after a long 7+ year battle with Malignant Melanoma.
Judy was adored by all who knew her for her kindness, sweet smile, humble character, funny wit, and quiet grace that would shine through every single day. To know her was to love...
Roger Beasley
Sep 15, 2024
Roger Beasley, age 70, of Lancing passed away Sunday, September 15, 2024 at his home. He was born June 14, 1954.
Roger enjoyed logging, fishing and was a United States Army Veteran.
He is preceded in death by his parents James & Thelma Beasley; daughter Monica Marie Beasley; son Roger “Bubb” Beasley; brothers Johnny, Charlie, and Owen Beasley; sister Pluma Gilreath.
Roger leaves...
William David Aytes
Sep 14, 2024
William “David” Aytes, of Frankfort, passed away at home Saturday, September 14th, just days after turning 73 years old. David worked at Schubert Funeral Home and Morgan Farmers Co-op. As a young man he enjoyed spending time on Clear Creek and the Obed.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Jolene Bowlin Aytes and father Royal “Sonny” Aytes, sister-in-law Sheila...
Anthony Collins
Sep 10, 2024
Anthony D Collins age 62 of Wartburg, passed away Tuesday September 10th surrounded by his family. Anthony was a former machinist who worked for Boeing until its closure and recently retired from the State of TN Dept of Corrections.
Anthony was preceded in death by his parents, David J & Martha B Collins, grandparents Nannie & Fred Kidd and Jerry &...
Stevie Gunter
Sep 9, 2024
Steve Ray Gunter, age 61, of Deer Lodge passed away September 9, 2024 at Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge. Steve was the youngest of 8 siblings. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, riding horses, woodwork and the list goes on and on. His humor and wit were legendary. He loved and enjoyed life to the fullest. But the most important...
David Greene
Sep 6, 2024
Bruce David Greene, age 59 of Wartburg passed away peacefully at his home on September 6th 2024.
He was preceded in death by his Grandparents: Bruce Greene Sr. and Mary Greene. and Willie and Clyde Hamby, Parents: Rose and Bruce Greene, Daughter Melinda, (Former Wife) Dee Dee Bunch, and a host of other special family members including his uncle Junior Hamby.
He...
Steven Vaughn Jenkins
Sep 6, 2024
Steven V. Jenkins, age 74 of Wartburg, passed away September 6, 2024 at his home. He was born February 17, 1950 in Idaho Falls, Idaho.
Steven was in the United States Army from 1971-1972. He was a member of the Grace Community Church in Kingston. He enjoyed going fishing and clam digging during the 48 years he and his wife Susan...

