Angela D. Lewis

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,...

Jerry T. Stephens

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...

James Brian Sanislo

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...

Evelyn Stinnett

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...

Nellie Green Taylor

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...

Donald Willard Patterson

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...

Teena A. Brannon

Oct 11, 2020

Teena A. Brannon, 76, of Cleveland passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 11, 2020, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on March 26, 1944 in Benton, TN.

Teena was nearly a lifelong resident of Benton, TN and spent most of her life living on Parksville Road across the street from her parents home....

Lloyd Allen Matthews

Sep 28, 2020

Lloyd Allen Matthews, 93, of Niota, passed away September 28, 2020 surrounded by his loving family.

Lloyd was a veteran of the United States Army during the Korean War Conflict from September 28, 1950 until June 27, 1952.

He retired from Bowater after 21 years of service, where he was affectionately known as "Scrap-Iron".

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Judy Ann Adams

Sep 18, 2020

Judy A. Adams, 79, of Benton, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2020 at a local hospital.

Judy was a member at Benton Church of God and was an avid collector. She enjoyed making weekly trips to the flea markets, yard sales and loved spending time with her friends and family.

She was preceded in...

Stephen Bernard Guillaume

Sep 13, 2020

Stephen Bernard Guillaume, 73 of Delano, TN (formerly of Seminole, FL) passed away peacefully Sunday morning, September 13, 2020 at home. He had suffered from COPD and cancer and was under Hospice care.

Steve was born in Chicago, Illinois August 20, 1947. His parents were Bernard and Ethylle Guillaume. The family moved from Antioch, Illinois when Steve...

Ruby Bradford

Sep 11, 2020

Ruby Bradford, 84 of Benton, TN gained her heavenly wings on Friday, September 11, 2020 after a brief illness, surrounded by her loving family.

Ruby was a devoted mother and grandmother. She enjoyed cooking breakfast every morning (including her famous lard biscuits). She also loved yard selling, canning, shopping, church, and spending time with friends and family....

David Stanley Swafford

Sep 6, 2020

David Stanley Swafford, 69, of Benton, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2020. He was born on August 19, 1951 to the late Clarence and Edith Swafford. David was a 1970 graduate of Polk County High School and served our country with the United States Army. A devout Christian and man of God, he was a faithful and long-time...

James E. Campbell

Sep 6, 2020

James E. Campbell, 81, of Ocoee passed away peacefully at his home on September 6, 2020.

He was born in Murray County, Ga and lived in Ocoee for the past 63 years. James graduated from Polk County High School, excelling in football, baseball and basketball. He retired from TDOT after 35 years of service. He loved his family...

Shirley Lee Stiles

Sep 1, 2020

Shirley Lee Stiles, 73, of Cleveland, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 1, 2020.

She was born on December 7, 1946 to the late Robert and Ruby Cronan in Dayton, Tn. She loved spending time with her family and will be missed by all that knew her.

She was also preceded in death by her...

Glenda Kaye Shelton

Aug 29, 2020

Glenda Kaye Shelton, 75, of Benton, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 29, 2020.

She was born on June 9, 1945 to the late Charlie and Wilburn Juanita Shelton in Cleveland, Tennessee. Ms. Shelton worked for the United States Forest Service for 42 years and at Wal-Mart for 25 years. She was very generous and giving to...

Cynthia Elaine Howard

Aug 27, 2020

Cynthia E. Howard, 60, of Ocoee, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 27, 2020.

She was born on August 12, 1960 to the late Charles Willis Howard and Jo Ann McAlister Howard. Ms. Howard attended Briarcrest Christian School, Memphis Charm School and The University of Memphis. She was an avid animal lover and had a special love...

William Earl Moorhouse

Aug 25, 2020

William Earl Moorhouse, 84, of Benton, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2020, at his home.

He was born on May 11, 1936 to the late Walter and Julia (Lingerfelt) Moorhouse and was a lifelong member of Benton Station Baptist Church.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife,...

Joshua Lynn Gibbs

Aug 12, 2020

Joshua Lynn Gibbs, 32, of Benton, passed away suddenly on August 12, 2020.

Josh was a man of God, a devout husband and beloved father, who dedicated every minute of the day to his family. He was a member of Rock Creek Baptist Church and was a fireman for West Polk County Volunteer Fire & Rescue and...

Arlin "Dick" Blackwell

Aug 11, 2020

Arlin Dee "Dick" Blackwell, 79, of Benton, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2020.

He was a lifelong resident of Polk County and a member of Welcome Valley Baptist Church. Mr. Blackwell loved to garden and whittle when he was still able. He loved flowers, collecting knives, rocks and anything outdoors. Most of all he loved Jesus...

Curtis Ray Triplett

Aug 10, 2020

Curtis Triplett, 83, of Ocoee, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2020 at home surrounded by his loving family.

He was a veteran of the United States Air Force and retired from the U.S. Forest Service as financial officer. Curtis loved spending time with his grandchildren and they were the light of his world. In life, he...