Funeral service for Kate “Katie” Oldham Lackey, age 52, of Fayetteville, TN, will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, October 27, 2025, at Higgins Funeral Home with Bro. Todd Gaskill officiating. Burial will follow in Cedar Hills Memorial Gardens. Visitation with the family will be from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Monday at Higgins.
Katie was born on October 23, 1973, in Carthage, TN, to the late Harold Glenn and Celia Lancaster Oldham. She was a 1991 graduate of Lincoln County High School and went on to earn her master’s degree in education from Middle Tennessee State University. Katie dedicated several years to teaching middle school before retiring, and in recent years, she found joy working at The Flower House.
Katie never met a stranger. She loved to talk and could brighten any room with her laughter and quick wit—often the last to leave any gathering because she was deep in conversation. She had a wonderful sense of humor and an energy that naturally drew people to her. Above all, Katie adored her children and was their biggest fan, especially when cheering them on at their sporting events. She was strong-willed, resilient, and fiercely loyal, yet also giving, compassionate, and tenderhearted.
She is survived by her husband, Tim Lackey; children, Josh Hill, Rachel (Eli) Flynn, Gus Hill, and James Hill; sisters, Liz (Keith) Hammons, Maggie (TJ) Byrne, and Emily Oldham; along with several nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.
Higgins Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Kate “Katie” Oldham Lackey.
33 Comments To "Kate “Katie” Oldham Lackey"
#1 Comment By Tamieka Tate On October 24, 2025 @ 3:27 pm
My condolences to the family. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
#2 Comment By Rickey Honey On October 24, 2025 @ 3:42 pm
Katie was always one of my favorites as she was growing up I loved being around her Prayers to the family
#3 Comment By Pamela Emmons On October 24, 2025 @ 4:27 pm
I am so sorry for your loss praying for you and your family. ❤️
#4 Comment By Brenda and Gary Badenhop On October 24, 2025 @ 5:18 pm
We are saddened to hear about Katie. She was a special young lady. You are all in our thoughts and prayers with the loss of your loved one.
#5 Comment By Hayley Green On October 24, 2025 @ 5:36 pm
Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. Sending everyone in the family my love.
#6 Comment By Judy Stafford On October 24, 2025 @ 6:02 pm
Tim and family, my heart is broken about Katie,she called me Granny Judy just like my kids and grands call me. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I wish there was something I could say or do to make it better,,love you all!!
Granny Judy
#7 Comment By BethLackey. Mccool On October 24, 2025 @ 6:02 pm
Prayers for. The family
#8 Comment By Michelle Sisk On October 24, 2025 @ 6:08 pm
So very sorry for your loss. My children adored Katie as their teacher and friend! I loved working with her at SBA school and looked forward each day to being around her incredible positive attitude. She would make anyone around her laugh and smile! My thoughts and prayers will continue for the family! Sending hugs and love!
#9 Comment By Marcie Hoots On October 24, 2025 @ 6:15 pm
I am so sorry for your loss. Katie was a beautiful person inside and out. You are all in my thoughts and prayers today and in the days to come.
#10 Comment By Cathy Hickerson On October 24, 2025 @ 6:26 pm
My heart is so sad over hearing this. My deepest condolences go out to all her loved ones. She was a barrel of laughs to be around especially when she would spend the night through just about her grade school years or my daughter was over there. She will be missed by so many. She was easy to love. If you knew her, you loved her. RIP in peace sweet Katie
#11 Comment By Eloise Hudgins On October 24, 2025 @ 6:28 pm
Prayers to all the family. Katie was truly a special person. Her bubbling laughter and sunny disposition was contagious and made everyone feel better just being around her.
#12 Comment By Jeannie Gallant On October 24, 2025 @ 6:41 pm
My heart aches for the family. Such a beautiful kind sweet young lady whose time has been cut to short.
#13 Comment By Marcella On October 24, 2025 @ 6:44 pm
With our sincere condolences to the family
Julie Richardson
Marcella scott
#14 Comment By Josh Blackburn On October 24, 2025 @ 6:49 pm
I am so sorry to hear about Katie’s passing. The Oldham family have grown up next to my grandparents (the Browns) and are such a sweet family. I am praying for you all.
#15 Comment By Connie Nedeau On October 24, 2025 @ 7:04 pm
I am so sorry for your loss. She will be greatly missed. Lifting you all in prayer
#16 Comment By Denise Kendrick On October 24, 2025 @ 7:18 pm
So very sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family. May God Bless! 🙏✝️🩷
#17 Comment By Brenda Burns On October 24, 2025 @ 7:29 pm
I am so very sorry to hear of Katie’s passing .Such a sweet lady and loved by everyone. May God wrap his arms around all the Family during this most difficult time.Heaven has definitely gained another Angel.Brenda & Joe Burns and Family
#18 Comment By Tommy and Barbara Hunt On October 24, 2025 @ 7:32 pm
Prayers for the family in this time
#19 Comment By Kim Halcomb Cowart On October 24, 2025 @ 7:59 pm
My sincere condolences to the family. Katie touched many lives with her kindness and friendship. She will be missed by many. May God provide comfort and peace to each of you.
#20 Comment By Christi Taylor Howell On October 24, 2025 @ 8:14 pm
Katie and I played softball together on a women’s league many years ago, and that’s where our friendship began. She had such a wonderful sense of humor and was always so much fun to be around. She loved her children fiercely. I’m keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
#21 Comment By Tammy Jones On October 24, 2025 @ 10:14 pm
Katie used to be my neighbor when i livef in Park City back in the mid 80’s we usef to ride our bikes down her driveway& on Simmons Rd. She would invire over for supper& we went rollerskating at Star Wheel Skate Cener, me her & her sisters. We had a,really good time& me& my moma moved to town& i didnt see het again till high school. Im so sorry to hear this. She was so besutiful. This is so sad.
#22 Comment By Gloria Stults On October 25, 2025 @ 4:02 am
Katie, taken so soon. I’m still in shock over this. A sweet friend, neighbor for several years and a teacher to my youngest. She leaves a wonderful legacy to all that knew her. I pray that she rests in peace, her loved ones will cherish the wonderful memories I am sure she made possible for them. Philippians 4:8
We are in Florida and will not be attending her service. Please know we will be thinking of you all.
#23 Comment By Alvin Palmer On October 25, 2025 @ 7:15 am
Praying for the Hill and Lackey family. I, Alvin Palmer, had the honor of having Katie in class at Lincoln County HS and coaching her son Gus at Fayetteville HS.
Katie was an awesome student and mother. She will be truly missed!
#24 Comment By Denise Buchanan On October 25, 2025 @ 9:01 am
My sweet Katy, May you rest in Jesus sweet arms.
#25 Comment By Janice king On October 25, 2025 @ 11:10 am
Katie. He was a very nice person
Full of fun and beauty.
Love her.
Thinking of Tim. And her family at this sad time.
#26 Comment By Beth Lackey mccool On October 25, 2025 @ 12:09 pm
Im. Sorry for. Loss. Prayers for family
#27 Comment By Princess On October 25, 2025 @ 12:20 pm
Katie’s light was undeniable. She lit up the room. Her beauty timeless. She was an angel on this earth. Heaven now has her and all that sparkle. I am forever grateful I was able to know her.
#28 Comment By Angel Pool On October 25, 2025 @ 3:52 pm
I loved being in her class. I especially loved seeing her come through the McDonalds drive thru always happy. My favorite thing was remembering her order and ketchup.
#29 Comment By Faye Locke On October 26, 2025 @ 9:08 am
Katie will be greatly missed . a beautiful smile and with a loving heart for all
#30 Comment By Faye On October 26, 2025 @ 3:16 pm
always has a beautiful smile for everyone. She will be missed by everyone.
#31 Comment By Keith Vanhooser On October 26, 2025 @ 8:13 pm
I had the privilege of being around Katie when she was a student at LCHS and then later Coaching her son Gus at FHS. I also enjoyed my friendship with her dad Glen over the years. Just like Glen Katie was very friendly and a joy to be around! Our prayers are with family and friends during this time. May God comfort you as only he can!
#32 Comment By Benita Moyers On October 27, 2025 @ 7:13 am
My grandmother worked at Farm Bureau with Katie’s father. I remember hanging out with Katie and her sisters during Farm Bureau family dinners and playing in the empty rooms in the building. Later we became classmates. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
#33 Comment By Kay Honey On October 27, 2025 @ 11:09 am
Dear Oldham Family, We are so sorry for the loss of Katie. She was a beautiful soul. Prayers for comfort. Anthony & Kay Honey