Philip Anthony Scheurer
March 4, 1943 - February 14, 2021
Johns Island, South Carolina - Philip Anthony (Phil) Scheurer, 77, of Johns Island, South Carolina died on February 14, 2021, after a long illness, surrounded by his wife, Nancy, and his sons, Chris and Mark. By his own account, he lived a wonderful life as he summed it up best in his final days, saying "what an adventure!"
Phil was born in Hoboken, NJ, the oldest of three children of Philip Zephaniah and Beatrice Catherine Scheurer. While growing up on the New Jersey shore, he attended the parochial schools, where he met his future wife, Nancy. Phil attended the College of New Jersey and graduated in 1965 with a degree in Special Education. He went on to complete his M.S. in Higher Education Administration at Southern Illinois University. He and Nancy were married in 1966 and moved to Knoxville, Tennessee where he begin a rewarding career at the University of Tennessee that lasted 40 years.
While at UT, Phil held leadership positions in the Division of Administration and Student Affairs, Auxiliary Enterprises, Business and Finance and UT System Administration, but he most loved the opportunity to befriend and mentor myriad students, educators and administrators. Upon retirement, he was named both Vice Chancellor and Vice President Emeritus of Operations. He was awarded Chancellors Citations for Outstanding Service to the University and Outstanding Service to the Community. He was made an honorary life member of the Pride of the Southland Marching Band and was named Administrator of the Year by both the Student Government Association and the Interfraternity Council many times.
During his 50 years in Knoxville, Phil was lucky to develop many friendships through his community service and support of the arts. Phil loved the beach, saltwater fishing, gardening, the arts, opera, folk and Southern furniture and all things Italian, especially cooking. He believed in straight talk and hard work. Phil cherished his lifelong friends, but most of all, Phil was devoted to his family for whom his love was boundless and no effort or sacrifice too much. They will dearly miss him.
In addition to his devoted wife of 54 years, Nancy, whom he adored, he is survived by his two sons, Chris (Genie) of Charlotte, NC and Mark (Danielle) of Charleston, SC. Also surviving are his eight beloved grandchildren, on whom he doted and who adored their "Pop Pop": Madeleine, Allison and Michael Lancaster of Signal Mountain, TN; Avery, Philip and Margaret Scheurer of Charlotte, NC; and Leddy and Bowen Scheurer of Charleston, SC. He was predeceased in 2011 by his daughter, Beth Ellen Lancaster.
The family will have a private ceremony at 10:00 AM on Saturday, February 27, 2021. Please join the family via live stream at https://youtube.com/channel/UCz9BPK2M_-NZGLmwZjSo7rw
Memorials may be made to the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga College of Nursing, 615 McCallie Avenue, Department 1051, Chattanooga, TN 37403, and designated to The Lancaster Prize, in honor of their daughter, Beth Lancaster, after her untimely death.

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Published by Charlotte Observer on Feb. 21, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Philip Scheurer

15 Entries

Jerry & Ruth Mooney

March 22, 2021

Dearest Nancy and family.
I am finally able to try and put down a few words about a college fraternity brother and friend whose passing was way too soon.
We were just starting to enjoy our times cruising together around the world and were looking forward to many more years of renewed friendship after reconnecting so many years after college. Phil was a fun guy, a good friend, hard worker who loved his wife, children and grandchildren. He will be missed by many, but he will be with us in spirit . Rest In Peace .

Michael Ferullo

February 27, 2021

I was very sad to hear of Uncle Phil's passing. Thank you for livestreaming the service during these difficult times. What a wonderful life. My thoughts and prayers go out to Aunty Nancy and the Scheurer family.

LTC (Retired) David A. Jones

February 26, 2021

Dear Nancy,

It was very sad to learn of Phil's passing. I worked with him in my capacity as Professor of Military Science and Tactics at the University of Tennessee. He was a straight shooter who was a strong supporter of the Army ROTC program. His support and wise counsel were invaluable. May he rest in peace.

Becky Herring

February 25, 2021

Dear Nancy
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Alexander Van Hook

February 23, 2021

Dear Nancy and Family

I was saddened to learn of Phil's death. I interacted with him many times over the years I was active in University politics here at UTK and liked and respected him. We will all miss him.

Aleck Van Hook, Emeritus Professor of Chemistry, UTK

Ronald Webb

February 22, 2021

Dear Nancy,
So sad to hear of Phil’s passing. Martha and I were your neighbors across the street way back when on Grenada Blvd.
I remember Phil always ready to help a neighbor.
When I lawnmowered my toes off, Phil drove me to Fort Sanders. I think he was more upset about it than I was. A fine man.
Martha passed of cancer in 2002. She lies at Highland Memorial.
I hope you and your family are well. I know this is a bad time for you. If I can help in any way, please let me know.

With sympathy and warmest regards,
Ron Webb

Larry Lunsford

February 22, 2021

Phil made a difference in my life. I worked with him while I attended UT from 1970-74. He was an amazing administrator and advisor. He paid forward to make a difference in students' lives. I recently retired as a university administrator, and I attribute much of my style and success to what I learned from Phil. Thank you for sharing him with thousands of students. We are better for knowing him.

William Hopwood

February 20, 2021

Dear Nancy,
We were so saddened to learn from Erika about Phil's passing and can only imagine the loss of his presence that you are feeling. Words cannot capture what we would like to express, but please know that we are with you in thoughts and prayers. Of course so much of our memories and relationship with you and Phil are from association with Ladies of Charity, where you might be considered "Mrs. and Mr. LOC," possibly in concert with Erika and Joe. So much of our involvement over the years was influenced by the care and examples you gave. Phil was one of the primary educators in how to perform Intake at LOC, and our son Michael was stunned to hear that Mr. Phil had passed away. We are betting that Phil and Joe will get together and discuss the past and future of LOC with St. Vincent DePaul.
Love and prayers to you and all your Family,
Bill, Karen, and our Family

Jerry Evans

February 19, 2021

My thoughts to the family. I'll miss be adopted Uncle Phil. What a great life for a huge personality.

Clifton Woods

February 19, 2021

I will always remember Phil as a trusted friend, colleague, and mentor. Phil could be a jokester at times, but when it was time to be serious, he was all business. I will miss our frank conversations and his timely advice. Rest In Peace my friend. Clif Woods

Wendy Wells Newton

February 18, 2021

My condolences to the entire family during this difficult time. Mr. Scheurer was always so kind to me during the 4 yrs I worked as a Student Assistant in the Chancellor’s Office at UTK. He always had a smile on his face and had an encouraging word or antidote for all of the students who worked on that floor in Andy Holt Tower.

Rhonda Clark

February 18, 2021

Nancy: So very sad to learn of Phil’s passing. Please know that John and I are thinking about you and your entire family during this difficult time. I remember the lovely lunch we had at the Ocean Course at Kiawah Island last fall and reminiscing about UT days. We always enjoyed visiting with you guys when we were in the Charleston area. Hard to believe he is gone too soon.

Rhonda Clark

D T

February 16, 2021

I am sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my condolences. May the love of God, friends and family comfort you through your grief. 2nd Thessalonians 2: 16,17

Nancy T McGlasson

February 15, 2021

Sending love and missing him already, as I know you and family must exponentially do. I will always appreciate him, his friendship, his hard (and smart) work, his laughter, his drive, and his call to help those whom he loved, no matter the cost to himself. Coming to my house that night is an example of the personal costs you both accepted, and I will never, ever, forget your great kindness then and always. I am always in your debt, and sending hugs all around.

Tom and Diane Ballard

February 15, 2021

Nancy: We extend our deepest sympathies. We enjoyed visiting with you and Phil during our visits to Charleston and are so sorry that he lost his battle at what we now know is a young age.

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