Bobby G. Cross, Sr.

May 15, 2021

Bobby G. Cross, Sr., 84, beloved father, brother, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2021, at his Benton residence.

Bob retired from T.V.A. and was of the Baptist faith who was an avid outdoorsman that enjoyed hunting and fishing. Having a passion of working in the garden, he loved working with his beautiful flowers...

Donnie E. Barrett, Jr.

May 15, 2021

Donnie E. Barrett, Jr., 64, of Cleveland, passed away on May 15, 2021.

Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Higgins Funeral Home of Benton.

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Fredric Elton Cornell

May 15, 2021

SFC Retired Fredric (Fred) Elton Cornell, 75, of Apison, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2021, at a Chattanooga hospital.

Fred was born in Fresno, California, on July 23, 1945, to the late Samuel and Kathryn Betlach Cornell. He was drafted into the United States Army in October of 1966 and retired in October of 1992...

Hoyt L. Lindner

May 14, 2021

Hoyt L. Lindner, 82, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2021, at his Cleveland residence surrounded by his loving family.

He loved singing gospel music, spending time telling his grandkids stories of yesteryear and was the best Papa to each of them. Hoyt enjoyed spending time with his friends and family....

Ernest Lee Pierce

May 11, 2021

Ernest Lee Pierce, 52, a faithful Christian, son and brother, departed this life on May 11, 2021 at The University of Tennessee Medical Center.

Lee had a huge heart and loved spending time with his friends and family and worshipping the Lord with his church family at Ocoee Baptist Church where he was a dedicated and faithful...

Louise Parker

May 10, 2021

Louise Parker, 86, of Benton, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2021 surrounded by her beloved family.

She was born on May 20, 1934 in Peachtree, NC to the late Nelson and Blanche Leatherwood.

Louise graduated from Polk County High School in 1952 and she was also the first Miss POCOHI in 1950. Louise retired...

Glenda Bonnie Rogers

May 3, 2021

Glenda Bonnie Rogers, 77, of Benton, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. She was of the Baptist faith. Glenda owned and operated Ocoee River Rats which was founded in 1985. She was a dear friend to the entire Ocoee River rafting community. Glenda loved spending time with her family and friends and adored...

Jewell Dean Wilson

May 2, 2021

Jewell Dean Wilson, 91, of Benton, TN passed away on May 2, 2021.

She was born on May 17, 1929 in North Georgia to Babe and Ruby Dixon. Jewell was married to Bobby Joe Wilson for many years until his death in 2001. The couple raised two rowdy boys, Anthony "Tony" Wilson, and Gregory "Greg" Wilson. She...

Floyd Henry Eaves

May 2, 2021

Floyd Henry Eaves, 85, of Delano, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2021 at his home, surrounded by his beloved family.

He was born on May 9, 1935 to the late Jordan and Beatrice Eaves and was a 1953 graduate of Polk County High School. A kind and compassionate man, Floyd was loved by all who knew...

Evelyn Marie Ledford

May 1, 2021

Evelyn Marie Ledford, 69, of Benton, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2021 surrounded by her beloved family. She was a member of Pine Ridge Baptist Church and was an avid collector of various items. Evelyn loved spending time with her family and friends.

Ms. Ledford was born on April 15, 1952 in Turtletown to the late...

Leslie Clinton Selby

Apr 21, 2021

Leslie "Les" Clinton Selby, 78, passed away peacefully Wednesday, April 21, 2021 surrounded by his loving family.

He was a member of Pioneer Fellowship Seventh-day Adventist Church. He worked 25 years as a truck driver with McKee Foods. "Les" enjoyed being outdoors, fishing and most importantly, loved spending time with his family. Above all, he had a...

Maynor Alexander Ardon Duarte

Apr 18, 2021

Maynor Alexander Ardon Duarte, age 20, passed away April 18, 2021. Maynor was born July 9, 2000 to Gissela Duarte and Alexander Ardon.

He is survived by his mother, Gissela Duarte; father, Alexander Ardon; sisters, Katherine Ardon, Sabrina Herrera, Nayeli Rubi, and Emely Ardon; partner, Lizeth Rapalo and more family and friends.

A Mass of...

Gertha Hinkey Beckler

Apr 15, 2021

Our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend, Gertha Hinkey Beckler, peacefully passed away with her family by her side on Thursday, April 15, 2021 at the age of 86 years to meet her loving husband on their 71st anniversary in heaven, which is a true love story. She was a lifelong resident of the Cookson Creek Community.

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Hoyt E. Teague

Apr 13, 2021

Hoyt Teague, 88, of Delano, passed away on the evening of April 13, 2021.

He was retired military, upholsterer, and truck driver. Hoyt enjoyed picking guitar and playing music with friends. He built the family home in Delano from the ground up. Hoyt could fix anything, and often liked working with his hands and rebuilding Cushman Scooters....

Cory Allen Parish

Apr 7, 2021

Cory Allen Parish, 51, of Benton, suddenly left his earthly vessel on the evening of April 7, 2021. Cory was a handyman by trade who took great pride in all the projects he completed. Cory served for a short time in the United States Navy after leaving Polk County High School, Class of 1987. After returning from service, he...

Cynthia "Cindy" Eaton

Apr 5, 2021

Cynthia "Cindy" Eaton, 65, of Benton, beloved mother, daughter, sister, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend passed away peacefully on April 5, 2021.

Cindy enjoyed playing Bingo, Yahtzee and singing karaoke. She especially loved to dance and spending time with her family.

She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Marvin and Carlene Thomas; brother,...

Tammy Renaee' Free

Apr 2, 2021

Tammy Renaee Free, 56, of Benton, beloved mother, daughter, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 2, 2021, surrounded by her loving family.

Throughout life, Tammy was a faithful bank teller with Benton Banking Company (First Volunteer Bank), a dedicated employee at The Law Office of Chancey-Kanavos and ended her work career as a...

Jerry A. Trew

Apr 1, 2021

Jerry A. Trew, 78, of Benton, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 1, 2021.

He was born on July 2, 1942 to the late Oras and Ollie (Rogers) Trew.

On December 24, 1962, he married the love of his life, Mrs. Gloria Tallent Trew.

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded...

Ted "Pop" Cain

Mar 27, 2021

Ted "Pop" Cain, 89, of Reliance, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 27, 2021 at his home, surrounded by his beloved family.

He was born on June 13, 1931 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Charles William and Hildegard Francesca Zydeck Cain. At a young age Ted and his family moved to Florida, where he grew up...

Johnanna Lovin Hunt

Mar 22, 2021

Johnanna Lovin Hunt, 80, of Benton, devoted wife, mother and Nana, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, March 22, 2021.

She was born on February 9, 1941 in Tellico Plains, TN to the late John and Pearl (Young) Lovin. After receiving her Home Economics degree from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, she taught...