Mar 3, 2017

Mavis A. Ward, 72, of Benton, TN passed away Friday, March 3, 2017 at a healthcare facility in Spring City, TN. She loved to spend time with her family and friends, her church and travel.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Harrison and Naomi Hamby Johnson.

She is survived by her children, Jill...

Feb 18, 2017

Roger "Kip" Jones, 57, a resident of Old Fort, TN passed away Saturday, February 18, 2017 at a local hospital. He was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church. He loved to fish and be with his family, especially his grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his father, Karl (Tommy) Jones; mother-in-law, Mary Black.

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Feb 14, 2017

Joyce Hammons Combs, 62, of Cleveland TN passed away Tuesday, February 14, 2017 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was a member of Zion Baptist Church. She graduated from ETSU with a degree in social work and worked with abused children during her career. She retired as the Administrator of a Residential Treatment Center for juveniles located in...

Feb 12, 2017

William "Billy" Cronan, Jr., 70, of Benton, TN passed away at his residence on Sunday, February 12, 2017. He was an animal lover but especially enjoyed his chickens.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary J. Cronan; parents, William Sr. and Viola Morgan Cronan; sister, Diane Cross; brother-in-law, Dwight Powers.

He is survived...

Feb 9, 2017

Jerry Dean Wade, 77, a resident of Benton, passed away Thursday, February 9, 2017 in a local hospital. He loved to go fishing and like Barbara, he too was a cat lover. His career included a photography business, 18 years at Cleveland Daily Banner and 20+ years at Magic Chef.

He was preceded in death by his...

Feb 7, 2017

Gerald S. Passmore, 83, a resident of Ocoee, TN passed away at his home on Tuesday, February 7, 2017 with his loving family at his bedside. He was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church and was retired from Bowater after 42 years of service. He loved to fish, hunt, camp and travel. He was a Tennessee football fan but...

Feb 6, 2017

Zelda Rogers Hammons, 85, of Benton, TN passed away Monday, February 6, 2017 at the home of her daughter-in-law, Rita Hammons. She retired from Benton Elementary after 27 years as school secretary. She was Polk Co. Chairman for the March of Dimes for many years. She supported Frank with his involvement for Little League sports. Most of the time...

Feb 1, 2017

Carrie Dyer, 86, of Cleveland, TN passed away Wednesday, February 1, 2017 at her residence. She loved to play her guitar, sing gospel music and go to country and bluegrass festivals. She also liked going camping.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jess Dyer; parents, Sam and Emma Wilcox; son, Lee Roy Dyer; granddaughter, Kelly...

Jan 23, 2017

Waymon Harlan Deverell, 80, a resident of Ocoee, TN passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, January 23, 2017. He was a Christian and loved his Lord. He loved hunting, fishing and spending time in the mountains. He loved his family and friends, especially his grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Harlan Henry...

Jan 23, 2017

Reba Katherine Edwards Hutcheson, 78, of Benton, TN passed away Monday, January 23, 2017 at Starr Regional Hospital, Athens, TN. She retired after 42 years of teaching from Benton Elementary. She loved her family and enjoyed watching her grandchildren play ball. She will be remembered as a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and teacher.

She was preceded in...

Jan 16, 2017

Thelma L. Brewer, 85, of Conasauga, TN passed away Monday, January 16, 2017 at an Etowah healthcare facility. She loved to quilt, sew and grow daylilies. She was a retired seamstress from Hardwick Clothes after 42 years.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Clyde Brewer; parents, Bert and Ida Ensley Patterson; brothers, Rockford, Gary and...

Jan 14, 2017

Mildred M. Day Disney, 77, of Benton, passed away Saturday, January 14, 2017 in an Athens hospital. She was a member of Zion Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, John "J.R." Disney, mother, Maggie Lou Day, daughter, Veronica Disney Bell, and brother, Kenneth Day.

She is survived by her, daughter, Cindy...

Jan 11, 2017

David Cochran, 60, of Ocoee, TN passed away Wednesday, January 11, 2017. He owned Cochran Lawn and Garden in Cleveland, TN and loved to tinker and "fix" everything. He loved playing with his grandchildren and motorcycle riding.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Dorsey and Leona Cochran; son, Daniel D. Cochran; brothers, Tony, Reed, and...

Dec 17, 2016

Charles L. Nelms" C.L"., 89, of Benton, TN passed away Saturday, December 17, 2016 at a local health care facility.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Henry Nelms, and Stella Lena Clements; sons, Swan (Ud) Nelms, John Nelms; sister, Carrie Demumbree; brothers, John Franklin, Ernest Nelms.

He is survived by his son,...

Dec 7, 2016

Geraldine "Jerri" McDonald Warren, 79, of Benton, TN passed away Wednesday, December 7, 2016 at a Chattanooga hospital. She was a member of Welcome Valley Baptist Church. She was a prayer warrior who loved her church family and they loved her. Although she had no children of her own, she mothered everyone.

She was preceded in death...

Dec 4, 2016

Charles Matt Witt, age 89, passed away on Sunday, December 4, 2016 at the family residence. He was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church in Benton and local business owner for over 60 years. He was very active in the community throughout his life. He was preceded in death by his father, John Witt; step-father and mother, Herman...

Nov 24, 2016

Curtis Elton Brock

Curtis Elton Brock, 92, a lifelong resident of Benton, passed away Thursday, November 24, 2016 at his residence. He was a member of Welcome Valley Baptist Church and retired from TVA.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Iola Moorhouse Brock; parents Joe and Myrtle Wright Brock; sisters, Novella Trew, Oberia...

Nov 8, 2016

Charlie Robert Goble, 77, passed away Tuesday, November 8, 2016 at a Knoxville Hospital. A native of Benton, he moved to California where he served in the United States Navy. He relocated to Benton after his retirement and lived there until his death.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Austin and Ethel Green Goble; siblings,...

Nov 8, 2016

Regina Lou (Dunn) Blankenship, 89, of Cleveland passed away Tuesday, November 8, 2016 in a local healthcare facility. She was a member of Blue Ridge Baptist Church and the President of the Ladies Auxiliary at the local VFW.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Arlon Blankenship; parents, Herald and Ada Brackett Dunn; children, Billy and...

Nov 6, 2016

Barbara Lewis Wade, 74, of Benton, TN passed away Sunday, November 6, 2016 at the family residence. Her first love was her family. She was a nurse for 56 years and her career was her passion. She adored and loved caring for her patients. She was a cat lover and a craft enthusiast. Barbara was one of the original...