Aug 18, 2025

Horace M. "Macky" Ledwell, Jr., 55, passed away on August 18, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on June 23, 1970, in Cleveland, Tennessee to the late Horace M. Ledwell, Sr. and Imogene Bates Ledwell.

In addition to his parents, Horace M. Ledwell, Sr. and Imogene Bates, he was preceded in death...

Aug 16, 2025

James D. "Mac" McElrath, 76, of Charleston, departed this life peacefully at his home on Saturday, August 16, 2025, surrounded by his beloved family.

He was born on February 1, 1949, in Waynesville, North Carolina, to the late James T. and Grace I. Wells McElrath.

Throughout life, he enjoyed many things, such as upholding the...

Aug 11, 2025

After the sun rose on Monday morning, August 11, 2025, Sara Grace Haskins Hilliard McTaggart passed away peacefully, at the age of 92. She was the twelfth of thirteen children born to David Calvin and Etta Pearl Vest Haskins in the Patty Community of Polk County, Tennessee, on the Hiwassee River, December 7, 1932.

She is preceded...

Aug 8, 2025

Carlena Jean "Lena" Price, 58, of Cleveland, TN, won her battle with cancer and entered the presence of her Lord and Savior on August 8, 2025.

Born on September 23, 1966, Lena was a loving wife, devoted mother, adoring grandmother, and faithful friend. She was preceded in death by her grandparents Bertha Verner and Arthur White, her...

Aug 2, 2025

Thomas "Tom" C. Barzycki, 74, of Benton, departed this life peacefully on August 2, 2025, at a hospice facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.HigginsFunerals.com.

Aug 1, 2025

James William "DUB" German, 90, a lifelong resident of the Benton Station community, departed this life peacefully on August 1, 2025, at home surrounded by those he loved most.

He was born on September 13, 1934, in McCaysville, Georgia to the late Norman and Maggie Adams German.  Upon completing high school, he served in the U.S. Air...

Jul 27, 2025

With heavy hearts and deep love, we announce the passing of Onecia Couey Longley, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She departed this life peacefully, surrounded by those who cherished her most.

Onecia was born on February 16, 1943, in Greasy Creek, Tennessee, to Cecil and Etheleen Couey, and was raised in the warmth of...

Jul 16, 2025

Christopher Marvin Weaver, 53, a lifelong resident of Benton, won his battle on July 16, 2025.

Chris was a gentle soul.  He spent his life working hard to help create Weaver Farms.  Chris enjoyed baling straw, tractor pulls, and cooking.  He could be found riding around with his best friend, Piper.  He had recently developed a new...

Jul 6, 2025

Lee Roy Givens, 86, of Benton, departed this life peacefully on July 6, 2025, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on August 18, 1938, to the late Henry and Lillie Williams Givens.  Lee Roy was a member of Zion Baptist Church.  He enjoyed watching westerns, gardening, hunting and especially spending time with...

Jun 28, 2025

Jimmy P. Lewis, 77, departed this life peacefully on June 28, 2025, at the family residence surrounded by those he loved.

He was born on July 18, 1947, to the late Jack and Nell Smith Lewis.  Throughout life, Jimmy dedicated his life to his God, family, and working. He was also a Vietnam Veteran and loved his...

Jun 27, 2025

Geraldine Waters, 84, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2025, surrounded by her family.

She was born in Benton, Tennessee, on September 28, 1940, to the late Roscoe and Willie Stephens Moats.

Geraldine enjoyed the beach, boating, singing, music and watching old classic movies.  She adored her grandchildren and loved spending time with her family...

Jun 21, 2025

Johnnie Bob Guthrie, 92, went peacefully on Saturday morning, June 21, 2025, at Hospice Inpatient Care of Chattanooga.

She was born on March 11, 1933, to Della Cronan Ray and Fate Cronan.

Mrs. Guthrie was a longtime member of Oak Grove Baptist Church, where she played the piano, sang in the choir, taught Sunday school,...

Jun 21, 2025

GMGC Donald B. Adams received his final duty call to join his heavenly father on June 21, 2025, after a long battle with kidney failure and heart disease.  Chief, as his close friends called him, was 89 years old.

Don joined the Navy at the age of 17 and served for 22 years.  He served on many...

Jun 20, 2025

Ailene C. Wilcox, 80, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2025, surrounded by her family.

She was born in Reliance, Tennessee, on April 19, 1945, to the late Joe and Amanda Shell Carver.

Ailene enjoyed cooking, working in her garden and taking care of her flowers.  She was a very devoted and loving grandmother.  Ailene...

Jun 17, 2025

Margie Sue Green Ledford was born May 10, 1935, to the late George Thomas and Lorene Waters Green, the third of ten children.  She departed her earthly life for her heavenly home on June 17, 2025.

Sue was a member of Beech Springs Baptist Church.  She raised her children in a Christian home filled with love and...

Jun 16, 2025

Gary R. Hedding, 73, of Benton, departed this life on June 16, 2025.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date.

Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.HigginsFuneral.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Higgins Funeral Home of Benton.

Jun 12, 2025

Frank Edward Couch, Jr.,  63, of Benton, departed this life on June 12, 2025, at his home.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date.

Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.HigginsFuneral.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Higgins Funeral Home of Benton.

Jun 10, 2025

James "Ronnie" Price left this world on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, doing what he loved, "working".

Ronnie worked for 42 years as a builder.  He was greatly respected by all who knew him.  His "contract" was a shake of a hand.  Ronnie stood on his word and will be remembered for his honesty and the love he...

Jun 5, 2025

Esmie G. Cranstone, 62, of McDonald, departed this life on June 5, 2025.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date.

Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.HigginsFuneral.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Higgins Funeral Home of Benton.

May 30, 2025

Rusty Tyler Davis, 37, a lifelong resident of Benton, departed this life too soon.  He was born on January 12, 1988, at Bradley Memorial Hospital, and was a blessing and joy from that moment.

Throughout life, if you knew Rusty, you knew he loved to read.  Rather than a candy bar as the treat for behaving, for...