Jan 9, 2021

Louise Clark Evans, 92, of Benton, went home to be with the Lord, peacefully, at her home on January 9, 2021.

She was born January 16, 1928 to the late Jimmy Clark and Bertha Bishop Clark.

Louise was a lifelong member and the oldest living member of Welcome Valley Baptist Church. She loved her family...

Jan 8, 2021

James "Scotty" Lowe, 73, of Benton, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2021 at a Chattanooga healthcare facility.

He was born on June 3, 1947 to the late Maudie and Carl Lowe in Greasy Creek, TN.

Scotty was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed spending time with his friends and family. He was an avid...

Dec 27, 2020

Glenn Edward Farner, 91, of Delano, TN., passed away peacefully on December 27, 2020.

Glenn was a 58 year member of the Laborers' International Union of North America and greatly enjoyed spending time on the farm. He strongly believed in working hard whether farming from the age of twelve, serving in the United States Army or working...

Dec 23, 2020

Nellie Beatrice Lingerfelt, age 90, of Cleveland, Tennessee, passed away Wednesday, December 23, 2020.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Beecher Eugene Lingerfelt; her mother, Nellie Mae McDaniel-Sampson, her father, June Jasper Sampson, and fifteen brothers and sisters.

She is survived by her brother Bobby Sampson of Old Fort, Tennessee, her son, Eugene...

Dec 22, 2020

Catherine Lewis Freeman, 96, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2020. She was a devoted member of Smyrna Baptist Church.

Catherine was born on April 6, 1924 to the late James Oliver (Boss) and Nettie Iola Lewis in Reliance, TN.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her beloved children, Stephen...

Dec 14, 2020

Audrey Mae Presswood, 73, of Calhoun, passed away peacefully on December 14, 2020. She was a loving and caring person who enjoyed singing and playing the piano, especially the old hymns. She also loved spending time with her friends and family.

She was born on November 18, 1947 to the late Ralph Elzie Presswood and Essie Maynor...

Dec 6, 2020

Carolyn Sue Bennett (Blackwell), age 71, passed away Sunday, December 6th, 2020 peacefully in her home in Etowah, Tennessee.

She was a long-time member of Glade Road Baptist Church in Acworth, GA. She was a strong Christian, loved Jesus and believed in sharing her faith with everyone. Mrs. Carolyn Bennett worked for Lockheed Martin for several years...

Dec 4, 2020

Peggy Firestone, 71, of Calhoun, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 4, 2020 at her home.

Ms. Peggy retired from the United States Postal Service after forty-plus years of dedicated and faithful service. She was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed spending time in the yard with her flowers, and spending time with her friends and family,...

Nov 26, 2020

Aleatha J. Goffin, 89, passed away peacefully on November 26, 2020. She enjoyed playing the piano, reading poems, long car rides and traveling by train. She especially loved taking care of stray cats. She was a member of Benton Seventh-day Adventist Church where she played piano.

Aleatha was born on March 13, 1931 to the late Emery...

Nov 24, 2020

William Johnson, Jr., 63, of Etowah, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2020.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Kelly C. Johnson; loving father, William B. Johnson, Sr.; grandparents, Josephine Woods, Myrtle Johnson and Marty Hicks; brother, Robert Lawson; sister, Donna Burgess.

Survivors include his loving mother, Louise Hicks Johnson; children, Shane...

Nov 23, 2020

Willa Mae Wilson, 88, of Ocoee, passed away peacefully on November 23, 2020.

She was a retired school teacher who loved to travel and often sought out good cuisine. With her wonderful husband, Buford Wilson, they owned and operated Wilsons General Merchandise Store in Ocoee for over 40 years. They were well known in the local community....

Nov 21, 2020

Hazel M. Wright, 83, of Delano, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2020.

Hazel was born on November 15, 1937 to the late, Zollie and Bertha Patterson in Copperhill, TN.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Eddie Wright and beloved son, Eddie Wright, Jr.

Survivors...

Nov 16, 2020

Mary Alice Wattenbarger Henry, 95, of Ocoee, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2020.

Mary Alice was born on February 2, 1925 to the late, Clarence and Elise Wattenbarger in Conasauga, TN. She retired from The Polk County School System after 40+ years as a dedicated History teacher and enjoyed growing flowers. She was a member of...

Nov 14, 2020

Keith Lowell Kirk, 61, of Benton, passed away peacefully at his home on November 14, 2020.

He was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church. He loved to fish with his dad in Florida. Keith always, loved to help people and enjoyed spending time with his family.

He was preceded in death by his beloved...

Nov 8, 2020

Angela D. Lewis, 58, of Benton, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 8, 2020, surrounded by her loving family.

She was an active member at First Baptist Church of Benton. She was a faithful volunteer with American Red Cross. Also, she was on the board at West Polk Friends of the Library. Angela enjoyed playing the piano,...

Nov 3, 2020

Jerry T. Stephens, 81, of Benton, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 3, 2020 at his residence, surrounded by his loving family.

Mayor Stephens served his community of Benton for over 30 years and was a member at Ocoee Church of God. He was a 32nd Degree Mason, a faithful member of Benton Lions Club and a...

Oct 29, 2020

James B. "Jimmy" Sanislo, 49, of Ocoee, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 29, 2020.

He was of the Baptist faith and an employee at Newcomb Springs of Tennessee for 25 years. Jimmy was a beloved father, son and friend who was an avid outdoor enthusiast. While being outdoors, he loved hunting, fishing and kayaking. He enjoyed...

Oct 29, 2020

Evelyn L. Stinnett, 91, of Old Fort, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 29, 2020. Evelyn was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Lake and Lizzie Liner; loving husband, Marvin Stinnett; sister, Peggy Liner Cates; brother, Jack Liner; brothers and sister-n-law, Jerry Stinnett, Paul Stinnett and Lucille Shipman. She is survived by her beloved children, Mike (Vickie) Stinnett...

Oct 23, 2020

Nellie Green Taylor, 85, a life-long resident of Polk County, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2020 at a local healthcare facility.

She enjoyed cooking and taking care of her flowers.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Newt and Emily Dilbeck Green and her beloved husband, Sidney Taylor; sisters, Lennie, Clemie, Effie, Louise...

Oct 22, 2020

Donald Willard Patterson, 63, of Old Fort, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 22, 2020 at his residence.

He was a member of Conasauga Baptist Church and enjoyed collecting robots and brass items. Donald was a wonderful artist, candle maker and an avid music enthusiast and candidly enjoyed the outdoors, especially the mountains. He loved spending time...