Apr 24, 2018

Glenn Morris Rhodes, 57, of Benton, TN passed away Tuesday, April 24, 2018 at his home surrounded by family. He liked being outside and working in his yard.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James Wheeler Rhodes and Lois Isabella Whittemore Rhodes; brother, Charles Rhodes

He is survived by his wife of 30...

Apr 17, 2018

Lester Eugene Black, 82, a resident of Reliance, TN passed away Tuesday, April 17, 2018 in a Chattanooga healthcare facility. He was a member of Fairview Baptist Church. Lester was a previous member of the civil defense and volunteer rescue squad. He retired from the U. S. Forestry Service.

He was preceded in death by his wife,...

Apr 11, 2018

Maeagnes Campbell Goforth, age 85 of Reliance, TN passed away Wednesday, April 11, 2018 at an Etowah healthcare facility. Her niece Ghena Frazier, who has been with her through her journey to "go home", and family members were by her side. She was a life-long and faithful member of Greasy Creek Baptist Church until her health declined. Her gift...

Apr 10, 2018

Paula S. Lamb, age 72 of Cleveland, TN passed away Tuesday, April 10, 2018 at Tennova Healthcare in Cleveland, TN. Paula became a widow in her 20s and raised 3 boys as a single mother. She was strong, a caregiver to many and helped others thru daily life struggles. She was "always there" for her boys.

She...

Mar 29, 2018

Harry Jackson Rymer, Sr., 70, of Old Fort, TN passed away Thursday, March 29, 2018. He was a farmer from Polk County all his life.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Willie Mae "Bill" Higdon Rymer.

Mr. Rymer is survived by his wife of 46 years, Kathy Rymer; his sons, Jay...

Mar 18, 2018

Reathel Mantooth, 69, of Benton, TN passed away Sunday, March 18, 2018 in an Athens hospital. She was born on May 9, 1948 to the late Sam and Winnie Mantooth. She was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church and loved her aquariums.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Troy, Jerry, Riley, Clyde and Roy...

Mar 15, 2018

Reba Ann Bridges, 90, of Benton, TN went to be with the Lord peacefully at her home in Benton, TN on Thursday, March 15, 2018. She was born on March 12, 1928 to George R. and Della Rogers. She was a native of Polk County and a lifelong member of Zion Baptist Church. She deeply loved her family, friends...

Mar 13, 2018

John Avery Shelton, 85, of Delano passed away Tuesday, March 13, 2018 at his home. Born on September 5, 1932 to the late Zeb and Nelia Shelton, he was a native and lifelong resident of Polk County and a member of Archville Baptist Church. He was previously employed at the U.S. Forestry Service and enjoyed fishing, camping and spending...

Mar 11, 2018

Vickie Maria Stiles Rymer

Vickie Maria Stiles Rymer, 61, of Benton, TN passed away Sunday, March 11, 2018 at Blount Memorial Hospital in Maryville, TN. She was a native and lifelong residence of Polk County, TN. She loved her family, especially her kids and grandkids, and most of all her Lord and Savior and she loved to...

Mar 7, 2018

Mary Lou McDonald Franks, 85, of Benton, TN passed away Wednesday, March 7, 2018 at her residence. She worked at Benton Manufacturing for 26 years. She loved to cook and no one left her home without a meal. She loved going to church, her flowers but most of all her grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by...

Mar 6, 2018

Theresia M. Muzzleman was born July 5, 1940. She went home to be with her heavenly Father and other family members who went before her on Tuesday, March 6, 2018. She worked in Columbus, Ohio for many years as a school cook. She sewed puppets for a local company in Columbus. She was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio...

Mar 5, 2018

Janet L. Dabbs St. Clair, 51, a former resident of Benton, TN passed away Monday, March 5, 2018 in a Cleveland hospital. She was a member of Fairview Baptist Church and a graduate of Polk County High School. She loved her children and her grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward Lee and Christine...

Feb 23, 2018

Cynthia Diane Triplett Buck, 68, a resident of Benton, TN died peacefully in her home late Friday evening, February 23, 2018. Most knew Cynthia by her nickname of "Deenie". She was a graduate of Polk County High School and was of the Baptist faith.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Mabel Triplett; sister,...

Feb 22, 2018

Jim Dilbeck, 64, a resident of Benton, TN passed away Tuesday, February 20, 2018 in a Chattanooga hospital. He loved NASCAR, riding in the mountains and watching his great niece play soft ball.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jim Henry and Margaret Cross Dilbeck; infant brother, Lester Dilbeck.

He is survived by...

Feb 7, 2018

Troye Lee Moore Linginfelter passed away Wednesday, February 7, 2018 at Fairpark Nursing Home in Maryville, TN at the age of 96. She was a graduate of Polk County High School and Maryville College, and a long-time teacher in both Alcoa City and Polk County School systems. She was a member of Central Baptist Church in Alcoa, TN.

Feb 6, 2018

Betty Jo Hester Stone, 82, born March 29, 1935, went home to be with the Lord early Tuesday morning February 6, 2018 surrounded by her children and loved ones at the home of her daughter. Betty came to know the Lord and was baptized at the age of 13. She was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church where...

Feb 6, 2018

Peggy A. Hedden Presswood, 81, of Benton, TN passed away Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at a Chattanooga healthcare facility. She loved her family, square dancing, going to the Grand Ole Opry and listening to gospel music.

She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Millie Dalton Hedden; son-in-law, Ronnie Guinn; siblings, Doug Hedden, Edith Newton,...

Feb 1, 2018

James T. "Birdie" Swann, Sr., 74, of Benton, TN passed away Thursday, February 1, 2018 at a Chattanooga hospital. He retired from Massengill Tire, loved yard work but especially loved spending time with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Viola Russell Swann; step-son, David C. Russell; parents, Joseph and...

Jan 31, 2018

Donald " Shorty" Ledford

Donald Ledford, 80, of Benton, TN passed away Wednesday, January 31, 2018 at a Cleveland healthcare facility. He loved to hang out with his buddies at the corner, eat at Hardees and Lotties and watch TN Vols and Atlanta Braves baseball.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl Lee...

Jan 30, 2018

Fred Schauer, 69, a resident of Benton, TN passed away Tuesday, January 30, 2018at the family residence.

A Memorial Service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday, February 4, 2018 in the chapel of Higgins Funeral Home in Benton, TN with the Reverend Joel Jenkins officiating. Military honors will conclude the service.

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