Mar 24, 2026

Linda Faye Hicks Rymer, 73, of Delano, departed this life peacefully on March 24, 2026, at her home surrounded by her loving family.

She was born in Etowah, Tennessee on February 1, 1953, to the late Clyde Hicks and Dessie Sanford.

Linda was of the Baptist Faith. Throughout life, she enjoyed gardening and spending time with her family.

In addition to her parents,...

Mar 15, 2026

Zenda B. Saylor, beloved Mother, Granny, Sister and Aunt, departed this life peacefully on March 15, 2026, due to injuries sustained from a car accident.

She was born on December 12, 1954, in Joliet, Illinois to the late Elmer and Barbara Walker Wilson.

Zenda spent many years of her life caring for mentally and physically challenged people in both Kentucky and Tennessee....

Mar 15, 2026

Wilby Jean Ledford, 83, a resident of Benton, TN, passed away March 15, 2026, at home, supported strongly and lovingly by her children, grandchildren, and one great grandchild. She was born November 18, 1942, in Anderson County, TN, where she grew up. She attended Lake City High School and later moved to Oliver Springs High School, where she graduated. Wilby...

Mar 14, 2026

John Beard, 66, a resident of Linsdale, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family.

He was born on August 13, 1959, in Athens, to the late Warren G. and Pauline Beard. A loving husband, father, brother, son, and friend. He was honored to be selected to the Polk County High School Hall of Fame, where he starred as...

Mar 13, 2026

William J. Rose, Jr., 31, departed this life on March 13, 2026.

Services will be held at a later date.

Arrangements entrusted to Higgins Funeral Home of Benton.

Mar 12, 2026

Carolyn S. Croft, 81, of Delano, passed away peacefully at home on March 12, 2026. She was born on December 22, 1944, and lived in Delano for the entirety of her life. She was a graduate of Polk County High School where she spent most of her time on the basketball court. Carolyn worked a few different jobs but her...

Mar 4, 2026

Kathleen L. Ashley, 85, of Benton, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2026, at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Kathy was born on July 4, 1940, in Pontiac, Michigan to the late Harold and Doris Pearce Oliver.

Kathy was a very precious, beautiful, Godly lady. She radiated a continuous glow. She had an inner beauty and loved Jesus, her family,...

Feb 19, 2026

John "David" Adams, Jr. was born November 7, 1956 to John "Red" and Christine Goble Adams, the youngest of four children. He went to his heavenly home on Thursday, February 19, 2026. Praise be to God that he is at rest, free of pain and suffering. David was a kind, compassionate man who loved his Lord and Savior, his...

Feb 19, 2026

Rubin Douglas Waters, aged 56, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away peacefully on February 19, surrounded by his family after battling lung cancer.

Doug was born on August 6, 1969 in Cleveland, TN.

Doug was predeceased in death by his beloved father Aster Lee Waters. He is survived by his two sons Cody Waters, of Cleveland,...

Feb 16, 2026

Timothy Thomas Wyatt Jones, 59, of Old Fort, Tennessee departed this life on February 16, 2026.

He was born on December 11, 1966, in Cleveland, Tennessee, to the late Jessie Jones, Jr. and Birdie Wallace Jones.

In addition to his parents, Jessie Jones, Jr. and Birdie Wallace Jones, he was preceded in death by his...

Feb 9, 2026

Herbert Weyland Arp, 94, of Benton, Tennessee passed away peacefully, February 9, 2026, with his family at his side.

Born December 29, 1931, near Blue Ridge, Georgia, he was the middle child of Virgil and Beedie (Patterson) Arp and the last of five siblings who preceded him.

He moved to Ohio in early 1950.  He worked many jobs including setting plants at...

Feb 7, 2026

Mary Nell Quarles, 76, left peacefully surrounded by love and family in the comfort of her own home on February 7, 2026.

She was born on April 27, 1949, in Etowah, Tennessee to the late Elbert Adam and Magdalene Mary Goforth Owens.

Throughout life, she enjoyed the ocean and traveling to Florida.  She loved her...

Feb 7, 2026

Nancy Eloise Bachus, 89, of Benton, departed this life peacefully on February 7, 2026.

She was born on April 22, 1936, in Attalla, Alabama to the late Eugene Franklin Harris and Annie Mae Harris.

Throughout life, she enjoyed being in The Word and loved Jesus Christ.  She enjoyed reading and being out in the country....

Feb 5, 2026

William Don Ledford, 84, a resident of Benton, TN passed away February 5, 2026 at home, supported strongly and lovingly by his wife, Wilby, his children, grandchildren, and one great grandchild. He was a member, deacon, and Sunday School teacher at Benton First Baptist Church where he was active since 1964.

Don graduated from Bradley Central High...

Feb 4, 2026

Sammy "Danny" Bates, 78, of Delano, departed this life peacefully on February 4, 2026, at his residence.

He was born on June 25, 1947, in Reliance, to the late Luke and Carrie Jenkins Bates.  Danny was a lover of life, enjoyed simple things, and loved his family.  A few of his fondest memories included mountain rides with...

Feb 3, 2026

Beatrice Sue Smith, 79, of Old Fort, departed this life peacefully on February 3, 2026, at her residence.

She was born on September 4, 1946, to the late Ozzle Reed and Martha Mae Rymer Phillips Browder in Chatsworth, Georgia.

Beatrice wasn't just the heart of the family; she was its soul.  She had a warmth...

Jan 30, 2026

Bobby J. Jenkins, age 81, of Delano, Tennessee, passed away on January 30, 2026, at CHI Memorial Hospital.

Bobby was born on May 8, 1944, on Pine Ridge in Benton, Tennessee. A proud graduate of Polk County High School, Class of 1964, he carried his Wildcat pride with him throughout his life. Soon after graduation, he served...

Jan 23, 2026

Dianne Godfrey passed away on January 23, 2026, at the age of 72 and is now rejoicing in Heaven with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Dianne served as a substitute teacher in the Polk County School District for many years.  If you've been a teacher in the system, you knew you could rely on Mrs. Godfrey....

Jan 22, 2026

Ray Edward Tallant, Sr., 82, passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at home peacefully and went to his heavenly home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

He was saved on Monday, May 1, 1955, at his home and was a U.S. veteran of the Marine Corps from 1960 -1964, 3rd Battalion, 6th Marine...

Jan 21, 2026

Judy Ann Healey, 79, of Reliance, departed this life peacefully on January 21, 2026, at her home.

She was born on March 7, 1946, in Exeter, New Hampshire, to the late Charles and Rita Dumont Clough. Throughout life, Ms. Judy formed a strong relationship with God, enjoying being present at church worshipping the Lord. She was an...