Gail Marie Wojcik, age 55, was born on September 30, 1966 to Charles Taylor and Betty Martin of Jackson, TN. She passed away on October 13, 2021 in Crossville, TN.

Gail is survived by her husband Dr. James Wojcik of Crossville, TN. Her children, John Swafford and Casey Swafford. And also her brother Ed Taylor.

She is preceded in death by her parents Charles Taylor and Betty Martin.

Gail earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from Tennessee Tech in 1990. From 1990 until 2017 she worked as a Nurse at Cumberland Medical Center and 22 of those years served as a Nursing Supervisor. She developed Alzheimer’s Dementia at the age of 51, which prematurely ended her nursing career.

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, October 16, 2021 at Oak Hill Baptist Church at 11:00am.

Willard Gordon Schubert, age 69, was born on February 1, 1952 to James and Ellen Schubert of Crossville, TN and passed away on October 10, 2021 in Crossville, TN.

He is survived by his wife, Sonceri Sandra Schubert. His children, James Paul Schubert, Soncera Darlene Reed, Adam Schubert, and Thomas Schubert (Cheyenne). His grandchildren, Sam Reed, Hannah Reed, Camron Schubert, Cameille Schubert, and Kourtney Schubert. And his siblings, James David Schubert and Loretta Russell.

He is preceded in death by his parents, James Houston Schubert and Ellen Irene Wyatt Schubert.

A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, October 14, 2021 at Plateau Road Baptist Church. The public viewing will be from 1:00pm to 3:00pm with the service to follow. He will be buried at Tollett’s Chapel Cemetery immediately following the service.

Abigail Elizabeth Lindenmuth, age 18, beloved daughter of Todd and Michelle Lindenmuth, was born on October 30, 2002 and passed away on October 4, 2021 in Roane County, TN. She was known for her beautiful smile, a passion for life, family, and becoming an artist. She had a beautiful voice and enjoyed the music of the 20’s through 40’s. She loved sports, nature, hiking, and playing online video games with her siblings and friends. And above all, she loved the Lord with all of her heart and her dog Inari.

She is survived by her parents, Todd and Michelle Lindenmuth. Her siblings Esabella, Julianne, and Luke Lindenmuth. Grandparents, Warren and Regina Neuman, and grandmother, Flora Lindenmuth. Aunts Lisa Vallez (Mike), Karen Gaabo (Dave), Susie Lindenmuth (Bob), Ann Ford (Tom), and Teresa Louk (Jerry). Uncles Bobby Lindenmuth, Raymond Lindenmuth (Lisa), Steve Lindenmuth (Debbie), Larry Lankford Jr, and Stephan Fenner (Nikki). And a multitude of cousins.

She is preceded in death by her grandfathers Robert Lindenmuth and Larry Lankford.

The family will receive guests on Thursday October 7, 2021 from 3-5pm with a service to follow at 5pm at Crossville Memorial Funeral Home. The family invites anyone who would like to come back to the Shabbat House from 6-8pm to celebrate Abby’s life over a shared meal. Address for Shabbat House if 173 Narrow Way, Crossville, TN 38572.

In lieu of flowers, Todd and Michelle have set up an art scholarship through RSCC for those who would like to make a donation. If you would like to send flowers, please have them sent to Crossville Memorial Funeral Home.

Abigail Lindenmuth Memorial Scholarship: Roane State Foundation, 275 Patton Lane, Harriman, TN 37748. For more information, contact Linda Brown at (865)354-3000 ext. 4471 or email brownll@roanestate.edu.

Lane Reed, 44, of Crossville, went home to be with the Lord on Oct. 2, 2021.  Lane was born on Jan. 10, 1977, in Cookeville, TN, son of Ronnie and Jodie (Carpenter) Reed.  He married Loretta Smith on Feb 11, 2006, in Crossville and they were married for 15 wonderful years.

Lane is survived by his loving wife, Loretta Reed, son Thomas Eston Reed, father Ronnie Reed of Crossville, brother Tommy Wayne Reed (Ava Ann) of Sarasota, FL, nephews Braedon Reed of Sarasota, FL, Colin Hitchcock of Crossville, niece Peyton of Sarasota, FL, grandmother Mildred (Jud) Payne of Crossville and many aunts, uncles and cousins.  Lane is also survived by a very close band of brothers with whom he was friends for most of his life:  Jimmy (Amanda) Baldwin, Marc (Lori) Hedgecoth, Wally (Memory) Tabor, Rex (Taylor) Shillings, and John (Dana) Harville, all of Crossville and Aaron Loveday of Spring City, TN.

He is preceded in death by his mother Jodie (Carpenter) Reed, grandfather Wayne Carpenter, and grandparents Hallie and Lonzo Reed.  All were from Crossville.

Lane and his father, Ronnie, owned and operated Reed Wrecker & Truck Repair in Crossville.  As a member of Gateway Baptist Church, Lane enjoyed operating the sound board and fellowshipping with all of the members. He was a Christian who fully dedicated himself to God and to sharing the message of salvation. 

Lane was a devoted husband, father, brother and friend.  He and his band of brothers loved to gather for fantasy football, video games and to spend time together with their families. Lane loved to take trips each year with his wife and son to visit various areas of our country.  He was known for his sense of humor and was an excellent source of advice.  He truly lived each day of his life to the fullest and was a source of comfort and support to so many.  He will be missed by all who knew him.

The family will receive friends at Gateway Baptist Church on Tuesday, October 5, 2021 from 4-6pm with the service to follow at 6:00pm, officiated by Pastor Brian Smith.

March 6, 1976 – September 22, 2021

John Cameron Nichol, 45, of Crossville, TN, passed away at home in the evening of Wed., Sept, 22, 2021.

Mr. Nichol was born on March 6, 1976 in Mountain Lake, MB, the son of Rev. Duncan Hamilton Nichol and Jean Louise (Christensen) Nichol.

He was a musician and member of the Green Sunshine Hip Hop Funk Band of St. Petersburg, FL. He was also a founder of “Rising Light”, a 501(c)3 organization that led educational and self-awareness workshops at music festivals.

John was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving as a fire control technician on submarines. He graduated from the submarine school at Groton, CT. He later received an A.A. degree at St. Petersburg College in St. Petersburg.

John’s interests were wood-working, free diving, hiking, kayaking, and telling puns and jokes. His kindness and good humor brought joy and smiles to many.

He is survived by his wife Kasandra Marie Sikorski of Crossville and his daughter Kyla Jean Nichol of Perrysburg, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his mother.

John’s body was cremated by Crossville Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory.

Memorial gifts in John’s name may be made to the Arbor Day Foundation, 211 N. 12th Street, Lincoln, NE 68508.

Shawn Hughes, age 49, was born on September 6, 1972 to Henry and Cheryl Patenaude Hughes in Moriah, NY and passed away on September 24, 2021 at Cookeville Regional Medical Center.

He is survived by his wife of 22 years, Tara Strain Hughes, his boys, Michael and Kaleb Hughes, his father Henry Hughes of Crossville, his brother Kenny Hughes and wife Katie of Madisonville, his sister Brenda Astraskaus and husband Keith of Crossville, his sister Brandy Stierstorfer and husband Matthew of Montana, and several nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Cheryl Hughes, his Grandma, Leona, and his aunt, Helea Patenaude.

His Celebration of Life will be held at Bethlehem Baptist Church on Thursday, September 30, 2021 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm with a small service immediately following.

Bettye Schwiersch Yates of Pleasant Hill, TN, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 21, 2021 in Crossville, TN with family by her side. She was born July 3, 1925, in Evansville, IN, the daughter of Mabel (DeFur) and Elmer Schwiersch. 

She was a 1947 graduate of Evansville College (now University of Evansville), where she met her husband, Reverend Jack Edward Yates. They were married June 22, 1947. He passed away March 23, 2016. 

She is survived by her daughters, Jane Yates Jerger (Lee) of Greenfield, IN, and Susan Yates of Oak Park, IL, grandsons John Jerger (Maggie) of West Orange, NJ, and Quinn Cowell of Chicago, IL, and great grandchildren Elizabeth Jerger and Joseph Jerger of West Orange, NJ.  

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and her grandson David Jerger.

Service arrangements are pending.

Cecil Calvin Burgess, age 55 was born on February 1, 1966 to Paul Calvin Sylvester Burgess and Helen Louise Simmons Burgess in Dearborn, Michigan. He passed away on September 2, 2021 in Nashville, Tennessee.

A Graveside Service will be held for him in Akins Cemetery on Friday September 24, 2021 at 1:30pm.

Joel Todd Wilbanks, 61, was born to Paul Edward Wilbanks and Stacy Barnwell Wilbanks on Sept. 11, 1960, in Crossville. He passed away on Sept. 18, 2021.

He is survived by his mother, Stacy; his sister, Jill Little, along with her husband Craig and children Emily and Luke; along with numerous extended family members.

He is preceded in death by his father, Paul; and his grandparents, Beecher and Mabel Wilbanks and Bert and Nellie Barnwell.

A graveside service will be held for family and close friends on Thursday, Sept. 23, at Green Acres Cemetery at 2:00pm.

Bertha Nell Barrett Gentry was born on April 3, 1930 and passed away on September 14, 2021. Graveside services were held September 20, 2021 in Green Acres Memory Gardens where she was laid to rest.