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Robert "Barney" Rhyne

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Mynatt Funeral Home, Inc. - Fountain City Chapel

2829 Rennoc Rd

Knoxville, Tennessee

Robert Rhyne Obituary

Robert "Barney" Rhyne

Powell, TN

Robert Allen "Barney" Rhyne, age 57, of Powell, went to be with his Savior Thursday, January 7, 2016 surrounded by his loving family. He was plant manager of the engineering department at St. Mary's (Tennova) Hospital for 34 years. He was a lifelong member of Powell Church. Barney's family was his life. He was the most fun loving husband, loyal son, special brother, sweetest and most genuine dad, proudest papaw, and such a devoted friend and co-worker to many. He was full of life, never allowing a dull moment when he was around. His smile, laugh, and overall joy for life was infectious. He was the handiest of handymen and loved to figure things out anytime help was needed. There was nothing he could not fix and always came up with ways to save the day, no matter the situation.

Mr. Rhyne was preceded in death by granddaughter Mabry Kate Webb, father Sonny Rhyne, and father-in-law Charlie R. Poe. Survivors include wife of 32 years Teresa Poe Rhyne; daughters Christin Rhyne Webb and husband Kyle, and Carley Rhyne Wuellenweber and husband Kyle; grandsons Owen Baxter Webb and Parker Brooks Wuellenweber; mother Nancy Stout Rhyne; sister Robin Rhyne Pankey and husband Keith; sister-in-law Sherral Poe; mother-in-law Charlotte Walsh and husband Ed, and nieces Lindsey and Lacey Pankey. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Hunter's Hope in honor of his beloved granddaughter, Mabry Kate or American Heart Association in honor of Barney Rhyne or Lisa Cannon Cunningham.

The family will receive friends 4:00-7:00 pm Sunday at Powell Church (United Methodist), 323 West Emory Road, Powell, TN 37849, with funeral service will follow at 7:00 pm with Pastor Brian Davis officiating. Family and friends will meet 10:45 am Monday at Lynnhurst Cemetery for interment at 11:00 am. Serving as pallbearers are Jim Wright, Richard Hall, Greg Davis, Don Haas, Doug Roberts, Kyle Webb, Kyle Wuellenweber, and Condon Radford. Honorary pallbearers will be the Engineering Department at St. Mary's/Tennova Hospital. Mynatt Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. www.mynattfh.com

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Published by Knoxville News Sentinel from Jan. 9 to Jan. 10, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Rhyne

29 Entries

Betty Young

January 14, 2016

Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints..Psalms 116:15 May God comfort you all.

January 12, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Fidelis Sunday School Class.

Mary Rains-Scarbrough

January 11, 2016

We have a lost a man with a big heart and a caring attitude. Barney will be greatly missed. I pray and wish the best for his family. Just remember all the good times and he will always be with you in your heart.

Mary Ann and Tom Hollenbeck

January 10, 2016

Robin, we were so sorry to hear of your brother's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family.

Deon Cabbage

January 10, 2016

Barney was always so friendly and caring to every person he met and every thing he did. He was a proud husband, father and grandfather. May your memories of him keep you smiling. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Randy and Regina Odom

January 10, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers for the Rhyne family.

Jill Bayless Dew

January 10, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Lisa Graybeal

January 10, 2016

With Love and Prayers

Kenny,Lisa,Tyler and Hunter

Alex and Pam Lawson

January 10, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with your whole family. My wife and I have had the honor of working with Barney. He was a true gentleman. We will miss him.

Stuart Hurwitz

January 10, 2016

Barney was a wonderful man and a great friend. I still have the blue truck I purchased from him.

Tracey Macfarland

January 10, 2016

I hope you understand that when people write "Sorry for your loss ", it is only because they can't put together words together to describe what they are wanting to express to you during this time. With that said, sorry for your loss. God Bless. Tracey Macfarland Cath Lab

Jeanette Brannon

January 10, 2016

Teresa and family- so sorry for your loss. Never saw Barney without a smile. Always had greeting for everyone at Tennova.Recently enjoyed seeing pics of grandkids and his love for them. He will be missed.

Hugh Boling

January 9, 2016

Deepest deepest sympathy . He was a great Boss. And friend .

American Heart Association

January 9, 2016

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Greg Lasley

January 9, 2016

Teresa,I am truly sorry for your loss. Barney was such a great person and always made you feel good when you were around him, always a great Christian example of what a true husband and father should be, I am praying for you and your family, may God give you courage and strength for the days ahead, Coach Greg Lasley, LMU

Gary Blazier

January 9, 2016

Barney always said "I love you man" to his family and friends. I will always say "I miss you man" when I walk by his office everyday.

Joyce McGimsey

January 9, 2016

So sorry for your loss

Penny Wormsley

January 9, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Shane Henry

January 9, 2016

I had the pleasure to work along side Barney, but more so to have him as a friend. I will miss him greatly. May the Lord bless the Rhyne family in this hard time.

Macy Montgomery

January 9, 2016

Teresa and Family, So sorry to hear of your sudden loss. He was a good person. Everyone thinks very highly of him and I pray for God's blessings and strength to carry you through your lives without him.

Robyn Hale

January 9, 2016

Teresa and family ,
I wanted to extend my sympathies to each of you. So very sorry for the loss of your dear husband and father

Jerry Bedwell

January 9, 2016

Ourloss Is Heavens Gain! Rest In Peace!

Donna Hubbard

January 9, 2016

Barney always made me smile and I will truly miss this wonderful friend

Martha Barber

January 9, 2016

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Diane (Spoon) Conard

January 9, 2016

Teresa & Family - My heart goes out to you. Cherish your happy memories and lean on God in the days ahead...love & hugs,

Delores Nix Jones

January 9, 2016

We are praying for your family.

Denise Jones Riggs, Eli & Ella

January 9, 2016

Barney was one of the best Christian examples I have ever been blessed to work with, and I've worked at the hospital for 26 years. Last year I nominated Barney for an 'Employee of the Quarter Award' for so many extra-special things he did to help the health system, and he won the award, and was formally recognized by top leadership in front of his department. He always went the extra mile. When the roads were icy, he and his wife Teresa would come pick me up and drive me safely to work and back home. I appreciated him so much. He was my friend. We would talk about losses in our lives, and how Jesus always carried us through our problems. His heart was full of love for his wife, children and his precious grandbabies. He is surely holding baby Mabry now. He also genuinely loved his coworkers in the Engineering department. I'm thankful they were blessed to have a manager and friend like him.

I will think of Barney in every snow, and how he helped me and my family many times. Psalm 121.

January 9, 2016

I knew Barney @ BOK on Merchants Rd,, along with Sonny, such a sweetheart and a good man,

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