Jul 3, 2022

Clifford Lowe, 73, of Reliance, departed this life peacefully on July 3, 2022, at his residence.

He was born on September 8, 1948, in Reliance, Tennessee to the late Dyeo Lowe and Doris Swann.

In addition to his parents, Dyeo Lowe and Doris Swann, he was preceded in death by his brother, Pat Lowe, grandparents,...

Jun 28, 2022

Charles "Phillip" Hamilton, 38, closed his eyes in death and opened them in the arms of his Lord and Savior on June 28, 2022, with all those that loved him by his side.

He was born on August 25, 1983, to Debbie Foster Walden and the late Phil Hamilton. Throughout life, Phillip enjoyed fishing, drawing and woodworking....

Jun 25, 2022

Brenda Faye Dotson, 77, of Benton, departed this life peacefully on June 25, 2022, with her beloved family at her side.

She was born on June 23, 1945, to the late Luther C. and Deloroius Cook Rayburn. Throughout life, Ms. Brenda developed a love for flowers, gardening, and was an avid reader. She attended Delano Baptist Church...

Jun 24, 2022

Eula Mae Lee Merrell, 84, of Reliance, went to be with the Lord on June 24, 2022, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on September 9, 1937, to the late Wilford and Bertha Morgan Lee, Eula Mae was a member of the Maple Springs Baptist Church and loved worshipping with her church family. She...

Jun 24, 2022

Alvin Price, 71, of Benton, departed this life peacefully on June 24, 2022, at a Chattanooga healthcare facility.

He was born on January 25, 1951, in Benton, Tennessee to the late Felmer and Nola Kate Darnell Price. Throughout life, Alvin developed a passion for working on cars and anything that had a motor in it. In his...

Jun 23, 2022

Penny Pray, 61, of Benton, departed this life peacefully on Thursday, June 23, 2022, with her loving family at her side.

She was born on April 4, 1961, in Atlanta, Georgia, to the late Betty F. Shelton and Billy E. Turner.

Throughout life, Ms. Penny loved spending time with her family and friends. She loved...

Jun 19, 2022

Carl Glen Rymer, 74, of Reliance, departed this life peacefully on June 19, 2022, at his home.

A hard-working man and a talented mechanic, Carl was a dedicated employee with Evans Lumber Company for many years and loved spending time with his family and friends who will deeply miss him.

He was preceded in death...

Jun 13, 2022

Billy Ray Goforth, 73, of Charleston, departed this life peacefully on June 13, 2022, at Chattanooga Heart Institute with his loving wife at his side.

Billy was a true mountain man, being born and raised in Reliance, Tennessee in the Lost Creek area. An avid outdoorsman, he loved hunting, fishing, and roaming the mountains of Polk County....

Jun 11, 2022

Bettie Ann McKnight Presswood, 80, of Benton, departed this life peacefully on June 11, 2022, with her family at her side.

She was born on May 6, 1942, in Cleveland, Tennessee to the late John P. and Velma Ownbey McKnight. Throughout life, Ms. Bettie developed a love and passion for crafting, including quilting and embroidering. She was...

May 31, 2022

David "Skip" Ben Rogers, 60, departed this life peacefully on May 31, 2022, at home surrounded by his beloved family and cherished friends.

He was born on May 23, 1962, to the late Buddy and Jerry Rogers and grew up and lived his life in the Linsdale community. Skip loved to tell stories of the many memories...

May 30, 2022

Sloane Banks Cora-Jo Hannah, infant angel baby of Ricky and Amanda Hannah, was born into life on May 27, 2022, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and received her angel wings on Monday, May 30, 2022, in the arms of her parents.

She came into this world in a fury without being stopped and exhausted all her efforts fighting to...

May 30, 2022

Janice Fay Fletcher White, 72, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend of Old Fort, peacefully departed this life on May 30, 2022, at a Chattanooga hospital with her family by her side.

She was born on November 30, 1949, in Cleveland, Tennessee to the late Roy C. and Ruby Wilson Fletcher. Throughout life, Ms. Janice had...

May 29, 2022

Dylan Thomas Green, 24, departed this life peacefully on May 29, 2022, at his home with his beloved family at his side.

He was born on July 8, 1997, in Cleveland, Tennessee to George and Tammy Buchanan Green. A lover of life, Dylan was a member of Antioch Baptist Church and accepted Jesus Christ into his heart...

May 28, 2022

Brooks Walker Frey, infant son of Justin and Megan Morgan Frey, was born sleeping on May 28, 2022, in the arms of his parents.

He was preceded in death by his maternal great-grandfather, Roy Miller and paternal great-grandfather, Eddie Walker Gibson.

Brooks is the beloved son of Justin and Megan Morgan Frey. He is the...

May 23, 2022

Vivian Lea (Combs) Wilson, 89, of Ocoee, TN., departed this life peacefully on May 23, 2022, at her home with her daughter, Kathleen, by her side.

Vivian was born in Washington, PA., on November 8, 1932, to James and Florence (Bowland) Combs. She was preceded in death by six brothers and sisters and her first-born child, Billy...

May 20, 2022

Keisha L. Villatoro, 45, of Ocoee, departed this life peacefully on May 20, 2022, at her home surrounded by those she loved.

She was born on April 19, 1977, in Cleveland, Tennessee to Brenda Kersey Morris and the late Larry Morris. Keisha developed a passion for traveling over the years, especially with her family when they went...

May 18, 2022

Junior Rogers, 88, of Benton, departed this life peacefully on Wednesday, May 18, 2022, at Starr Regional Medical Center - Athens.

He was born on June 4, 1933, in Decatur, Tennessee to the late Traynor and Bessie Mae Rogers. Junior married the love of his life, the late Myrtle Helen Bramlett Rogers and together, raised two beautiful...

May 9, 2022

Emo Jean Woody, of Delano, departed this life peacefully on May 9, 2022, at home surrounded by her beloved family.

She was born on January 29, 1942, in Jessup, Georgia to the late Richmond Arlo Royals and Irby Cora Lee Royals.

Throughout life, Ms. Woody developed a strong passion for serving the Lord and being...

Apr 25, 2022

Maddison Mae Davis, beloved infant daughter of Keith and Katie Davis, departed this life peacefully on April 25, 2022.

She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Stella Davis and uncle, Mark Ravens.

Left to cherish the brief memories of Baby Maddison include her loving parents, Keith and Katie Davis; grandparents, Lynn Davis and Diane...

Apr 22, 2022

William "WD" King, 88, of Benton, departed this life peacefully on April 22, 2022, at his residence surrounded by his beloved family.

He was born on August 29, 1933, in Lake City, Tennessee to the late Dewitt T. and Maddie Penson King.

Throughout life, WD developed a passion for spending time with his family and...