Apr 20, 2022

J.M. "Jay" Brown, 71, of Cleveland, departed this life unexpectedly on April 20, 2022, at a local hospital.

He was born on August 17, 1950, in Athens, Tennessee to the late Eskey and Martha Jane Plumley Brown. Throughout life, Jay cherished the many memories he was able to make while being with his family. He retired from...

Apr 20, 2022

Katie Sue Blackwell, 78, of Benton, departed this life on April 20, 2022.

She was born on June 6, 1943, in Benton, Tennessee to the late Sam and Nancy Blackwell.

Throughout life, Ms. Katie was known of her love for her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and her sister. She enjoyed the outdoors, watching gameshows, news, and...

Apr 18, 2022

Joyce JenkinsLanning, 80, of Delano, departed this life peacefully on Easter Monday, April 18, 2022, with her family at her side.

She was born on December 18, 1941, in Etowah, Tennessee to the late Myrtle and Wesley Jenkins. Throughout life, Joyce grew up in the Etowah communityand faithfully served the Old Fort community as Postmasterwith the United...

Apr 10, 2022

Reba Helen Ramsey, 83, a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, departed this life peacefully on April 10, 2022, at the family residence surrounded by those she loved.

She was born on December 19, 1938, to the late Jack and Nell Smith Lewis. Throughout life, Ms. Helen dedicated her life to those she cherished most and was a...

Apr 2, 2022

Roberto A. Li-Lau, 79, of Benton, departed this life on Saturday, April 2, 2022, surrounded by his beloved family.

He was born on April 29, 1942, in Bellavista, Callao, Peru to the late Manuel Sam Li and Angelica Lau Campos.

Throughout life, he cherished each and every moment with family and friends as nothing mattered...

Mar 17, 2022

Brenda "Gail" Young Neace, 56, of Cleveland, departed this life peacefully on March 17, 2022, with her family at her side.

Brenda was born October 2, 1965, in Cleveland, Tennessee to Rosie Cross Young and the late Vance Young.

She was a beloved and faithful wife to the love of her life, Johnathon C. Neace...

Mar 16, 2022

Marion F. Woody, 94, of Benton, departed this life peacefully on March 16, 2022, at his residence with his beloved family at his side.

He was born on August 2, 1927, in Benton, Tennessee to the late Francis and Lizzie Green Woody.

Throughout life, he became affectionately known as "Daddy Rabbit" by his family and...

Mar 10, 2022

Abie Hammons 86, of Reliance, departed this life peacefully on March 10, 2022, at a local healthcare facility. He was born and raised in Springtown, Tennessee, to the late Riley Benson and Minnie Rymer Hammons.

Abie retired after 45 dedicated and faithful years as Bridge Inspector from the State of Tennessee. A few of his fondest memories...

Mar 10, 2022

Billie Dupre, 67, of Cleveland, departed this life peacefully on March 10, 2022, at her residence with her beloved family at her side.

She was born on October 13, 1954, in Etowah, Tennessee to the late Billy E. and Iva HaulkMcDonald.

Throughout life, Ms. Billie developed a love for life and enjoyed being with her...

Mar 9, 2022

Jeanie Lynn Benton, 63, of Benton, departed this life peacefully on March 9, 2022, surrounded by her loving family.

A beloved daughter of James and Janice Beard Crabtree, she was a lifelong resident of Polk County, and retired from Eaton Corporation in 2013. Jeanie loved life unimaginably while devoting herself to her family and friends. Loving the...

Mar 7, 2022

Stacy Brian Holder, also known to many as, "Uncle Cheese Head", 50, of Benton and formerly of Chatsworth, GA., departed this life peacefully on March 7, 2022, at his residence.

He was born March 27, 1971, in Cleveland, TN, to the late Dennis Holder and Elizabeth Mooney.

In addition to his parents, Dennis Holder, and...

Mar 7, 2022

Erdene Edla Arp departed this life, to be with the Lord, early morning March 7, 2022, at the age 87.

Erdene was born June 26, 1934, in Chesterland, Ohio to the late William and Edla Harmon.

Throughout life Ms. Erdene enjoyed many hobbies such as, reading and she excelled at bowling, card games with family...

Mar 5, 2022

Savannah J. White, 80, of Benton, departed this life on March 5, 2022, at her residence.

She was born April 9, 1941, to the late John and Dessie Casson.

Throughout life, Ms. Savannah enjoyed her flowers and loved to sit and watch hummingbirds and butterflies. During her down time, she loved to watch old westerns...

Mar 1, 2022

Christine Marie Burger, 76, of Benton, departed this life peacefully on March 1, 2022, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on October 16, 1945, in Cleveland, TN. to the late Harrie E. and Essie Payne Triplett.

Throughout life, she never met a stranger and would help anyone that was in need. A lover...

Feb 28, 2022

Christopher "Chris" Elrod, 43, of Delano, departed this life peacefully on February 28, 2022, at his residence.

He was born October 7, 1978, to Virginia Wilcox and the late Abraham Elrod.

Throughout life, Chris developed a passion for being outdoors, especially hunting, fishing, and was a skilled mechanic. He loved spending time with his family...

Feb 27, 2022

Vickie A. Cantrell, 64, of Benton, departed this life peacefully on February 27, 2022, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on October 21, 1957, to the late Douglas and Millie Land Trew. Throughout life, Vickie worshiped the Lord while striving to spread the Gospel in a loving and caring way. A true friend to many,...

Feb 22, 2022

Thomas L. "Tom" Ellis, 69, of Benton, peacefully departed this life on February 22, 2022, with his loving family at his side.

He was born on August 17, 1952, in Clarksville, Tennessee to the late William Thomas and Ruth Potter Ellis. Tom graduated with the class of 1970 from Clarksville High School and later met then married...

Feb 15, 2022

Martha Susan "Tiny" Casson, 66, of Benton, departed this life peacefully on February 15, 2022, at her residence.

She was born on May 14, 1955, in Baltimore, Maryland to the late James Ira and Catherine Lewis Freeman. Throughout life, Tiny worshipped and praised her Lord and Savior as a member of Smyrna Baptist Church. She was an...

Feb 15, 2022

Everett H. "Cotton" Presswood, 82, of Benton, departed this life peacefully on February 15, 2022, with his loving family by his side.

He was born on March 20, 1939, to the late Rassie and Mamie Lou Godfrey Presswood. Cotton was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother who cherished each moment spent with his family. A member...

Feb 10, 2022

Jerry A. Rogers, 78, of Benton, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, departed this life peacefully on Thursday, February 10, 2022.

He was a member of Zion Baptist Church where he served as chairman of the New Cemetery and over the years he served on several committees.

Throughout his life he was passionate about the...