Jeffrey Todd Jones

Mar 19, 2021

Jeffrey Todd Jones, 56, a resident of Benton, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2021, at his residence.

He was a wrapper operator in the carpet mill for many years. He enjoyed trucks and cars especially the older models. Jeffrey had a great hand in helping raise his nieces and nephews. He loved spending time with his...

Walter Neal Locke

Mar 17, 2021

Walter Neal Locke, 70, a lifelong resident of Benton, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2021, surrounded by his loving family at home.

He held a dual membership with Reliance 636 and Ocoee 212 Masonic Lodge. He was a Past-Master, Master Mason and instructor. Mr. Locke loved to fish, farm and bask in the glow of a...

Carl "Hoss" Maples

Mar 10, 2021

Johnathan Carl Eugene "Hoss" Maples, 60, of Benton, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2021, surrounded by his loving family at home.

He was of the Baptist faith. "Hoss" was a faithful farmer at Riverside Dairy Farms for 42 years. He was a very welcoming and accepting man that loved spending time with his family and friends....

Lennis Edward Bates

Mar 9, 2021

Lennis Edward "Pa" Bates, 83, of Benton, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2021, surrounded by his loving family.

He was an active member at First Baptist Church of Benton and was on the cemetery board at Old Ocoee Cemetery. He was also a double heart transplant patient.

Ed was preceded in death by his...

Mary S. Lee

Feb 28, 2021

Mary S. Lee, 74, a life-long resident of Polk County, passed away Sunday, February 28, 2021 at her home.

She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and especially a devoted wife to her late husband, Frog Lee and passed one day after their 56th wedding anniversary. Mary Lee was a dedicated school bus driver for more than 25...

Alleen W. Ray

Feb 24, 2021

Alleen W. Ray, 97, of Cleveland, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 surrounded by her daughters.

She was affectionately known as "NeeNee" by all her family. Alleen enjoyed cooking, crocheting, sewing, cruises, family vacations, walks on the beach, music, sports, especially bowling, basketball and hikes to the ole home place. She was a magnet to...

Bobby Bishop, Jr.

Feb 20, 2021

After a fierce battle with glioblastoma, Bobby Bishop, Jr. departed for Heaven on February 20, 2021, where he was reunited with his mother, Nyokia Taylor Bishop, mother-in-law Juanita Skidmore Baker and countless other family and loved ones.

Bobby grew up in Benton, Tennessee spending his younger years working in the family grocery store and playing baseball, a...

Jerry M. Cox

Feb 15, 2021

Jerry M. Cox, 80, of the Benton Station Community, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2021 surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on October 2, 1940 to the late J.T. and Pauline Wilson Cox in Old Fort, Tennessee.

In addition to his parents, J.T. and Pauline Cox, he was also preceded in death...

Carolyn M. Stephens

Feb 12, 2021

Carolyn Mauldin Stephens, 81, of Benton, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2021 at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Mrs. Stephens received her Bachelor of Education Degree from Alabama College (now University of Montevallo) and her Masters of Education Degree from The University of Tennessee at Knoxville. She retired in 1994 as an elementary teacher...

Ruth Godfrey

Feb 10, 2021

Mary Ruth Godfrey, 92, of Cleveland, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2021 surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on November 14, 1928 to the late Ernest and Reesie Pankey in Benton, TN.

Mary Ruth was the oldest living founding member of Welcome Valley Baptist Church. She enjoyed spending time with her family,...

Rebecca Ann Fisher

Feb 10, 2021

Rebecca Ann Fisher, 79, of Cleveland, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on February 10, 2021 at her daughters residence in Dutton, Alabama.

She was born on September 4, 1941 to Ms. Berniece Woody Pack and the late Mr. John H. Pack in Ducktown, Tennessee. Rebecca faithfully served in the Tennessee National Guard for 13...

Christine Goodner

Feb 9, 2021

Christine Goodner, 58, of Benton, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2021 in the arms of her loving daughters.

Throughout life, Christine had a great passion for serving the Lord and reading her devotions daily. She loved her family with her whole heart and enjoyed being at any sporting event her children and grandchildren were involved in....

Neal Pippenger

Feb 7, 2021

Beloved husband, father and brother, William Neal Pippenger died suddenly on Sunday, February 7, 2021 at his home.

He retired from Bowater Newsprint as Electrical/Instrument Foreman after 38 years of service. He graduated from Polk County High School, class of 1961 and of the Baptist faith. Neal enjoyed fishing and just being outdoors on his tractor and...

Bonnie Belinda Smith

Feb 7, 2021

Bonnie Belinda Smith, 70, of Ellijay, Georgia, passed away on February 7, 2021 at a local hospital.

There will be no services at this time.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Higgins Funeral Home of Benton.

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Gary Lynn Myers

Jan 18, 2021

Gary Lynn Myers, 65, of McDonald, passed away peacefully on January 18, 2021 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Gary will always be remembered for his jokes humor and caring for his family and friends. He served many for years as a mechanic owning Myers Auto Service in McDonald. He also had a creative love for working...

Rock Mcneil

Jan 15, 2021

Rock McNeil of Benton Station went home to be with his heavenly Father on January 15, 2021. He was the son of the late William Perry McNeil and Rosa Yates.

Rock was a member of Benton Station Baptist Church and Polk County Gideon Camp.

He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Wanda...

Noah H. Green

Jan 15, 2021

Noah H. Green, 83, of Cleveland and formerly of the Greasy Creek community, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2021 at his daughters residence surrounded by his loving family. Noah, who was lovingly known as "Boss Man" was a life-long member of Fairview Baptist Church where he faithfully served as a Deacon for over fifty-five years. He retired from...

Walter Junior "June Bug" Hicks

Jan 14, 2021

Walter Junior "June-Bug" Hicks, 85, of Reliance, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2021 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was employed as a painter with the Painters Union and dedicated his life to his beloved wife and daughters.

Junior was born on February 26, 1935 to the late Mary Lou "Venie" and William...

Bette Thomason

Jan 13, 2021

Bette Thomason passed away peacefully at her home in Oak Ridge, TN, on Wednesday, January 13, 2021. She was born on August 25, 1929 in Ocoee, TN.

She never met a stranger and loved everybody. She was an avid Atlanta Braves fan! She loved to travel, shop and cook great meals.

Bette was of the...

Janie M. Cheatham

Jan 13, 2021

Janie Mae Cheatham, 98, a resident of the Welcome Valley Community in Benton, passed away peacefully Wednesday, January 13, 2021.

She was of the Baptist faith and was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

Janie was preceded in death by her beloved parents, James D. and Bessie Woody; sister, Mary Magnolia Casson; brothers, Warren...