May 29, 2025

In the morning of Thursday, May 29, 2025, Warren "Toddy" White, 90+, left us to be with Shirley and the Lord.

He was born on August 17, 1934, to the late Dudley and Lucille White.

Toddy was a gifted athlete, having played all three sports at Polk County High School, where he graduated in 1953.  ...

May 28, 2025

Ronald Ray Cobb, born on February 13, 1967, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at his residence.

Ronnie was preceded in death by his infant granddaughter, Brilee; father, Lionel Ray Cobb, stepfather, Johnnie Hodge; grandparents, Lena and Virgil Young; two loving aunts, Sherry Samples, and Carol Kelly.

He leaves behind his loving and...

May 24, 2025

Phyllis Key Bradford, 78, of Delano, departed this life peacefully on May 24, 2025, with those she loved most at her side.

She was born on December 6, 1946, in Athens, Tennessee, to the late Clifford H. and Prudie Burris Key.

Throughout life, Mrs. Phyllis enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, always offering...

May 20, 2025

There will be no services at this time.

Higgins Funeral Home of Benton is in charge of arrangements.

May 16, 2025

Donald C. Meachen II, 83, of Benton, Tennessee, completed his journey on this earth on May 16, 2025.

He was a native of Florida before moving to Tennessee in 1979. Don worked as a Draftsman and was a craftsman with a talent for making beautiful things out of ordinary objects. His passion and handy work can be...

Apr 23, 2025

Kenneth Walker, of Benton, departed this life peacefully on April 23, 2025.

There will be no services at this time.

Higgins Funeral Home of Benton is in charge of arrangements.

Apr 21, 2025

Delbert Arnold Moore, 82, of Old Fort, TN, went to be home with Jesus early Monday morning on April 21, 2025.

He served his country in the Vietnam War from 1967-1969. After this time, Arnold was a hard-working man who operated a successful exterminating business, Moore Exterminating. During this time, he also served as a deacon with...

Apr 20, 2025

Edward A. Anca, 79, of Ocoee, departed this life peacefully on April 20, 2025, at his residence.

He was born on October 13, 1945, in Dayton, Ohio, to the late Edward J. and Laveda M. Robey Anca.

Ed worked as a machinist for 30 years at General Motor and retired in 1995.  He proudly served...

Apr 17, 2025

On Thursday, April 17, 2025, we lost a legend, Mitchell Andrew Cronan Jr., AKA "Mickey."

Mickey made an impact on every person he met (whether they wanted him to or not). Many friends have described him as "the best friend" and "larger than life."  He was a lifelong resident of Benton, TN but was world renowned. A...

Apr 13, 2025

Joyce A. Rogers Bates, 84, of Benton, went home to be with the Lord, peacefully on Sunday, April 13, 2025.

She was born on December 30, 1940, in Cleveland, Tennessee, to the late Wayne and Nellie Allen Rogers.

Joyce loved the Lord and was a lifelong member of Zion Baptist Church.  She worked at J.H....

Apr 11, 2025

Jane W. Lawson, 84, of Benton Tennessee, departed this life peacefully on Friday evening, April 11, 2025, at her home, surrounded by family.

She was born on September 1st, 1940, in Turtletown, Tennessee, to the late Charles and Ola Williams.  Throughout life, Jane was a kind and remarkable soul while always portraying herself simply elegant and charming....

Apr 6, 2025

Leroy W. Essex, Jr., 55, of Benton, departed this life peacefully on April 6, 2025, at his home.

He was born on May 7, 1969, in Chattanooga, TN to the late Leroy W. Essex, Sr., and Linda C. Reed Essex.

Leroy was an avid fan of the Tennessee Vols and collector of antique bottles.  He...

Apr 5, 2025

Rosa Lee Averitt Clark Higgins, aged 76, passed away peacefully at her home in Cleveland, TN, surrounded by her loving family on April 5, 2025. Born on August 26, 1948, in Pine Hill, AL, to Richard and Evelyn Averitt, Rosa lived a life filled with love, kindness, and devotion.

A 1966 graduate of Pine Hill High School,...

Apr 5, 2025

Yvonne Goforth, a beloved resident of Greasy Creek, passed away on April 5, 2025. Born on September 2, 1937, in Polk County, she was the daughter of the late Broughton 'B.E.' Campbell and Mollie Rymer Campbell, part of the original settlers of the Greasy Creek Community.

Yvonne was a lifelong member of the Greasy Creek Baptist Church,...

Apr 2, 2025

Billy Neal Rogers, aged 69, of Benton, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2025, at a hospital in Knoxville. Born on April 21, 1955, in Etowah, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Jay D. Rogers and Netty Lee Armstrong Rogers. Billy was a devoted fan of the Tennessee Vols and spent his career as the owner and...

Mar 29, 2025

James W. "J.W." Lee Sr., aged 85, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2025, at his home in Calhoun, TN. Born on November 29, 1939, in Servilla, TN, he was the beloved son of Rev. William Lafayette "Bill" and Martha Donnie Forrester Lee. J.W. was the youngest of ten children and often joked that his parents stopped having children...

Mar 28, 2025

Willa Dean Trentham Duggan, 63, a lifelong resident of Benton, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 28, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loved ones. Born on March 3, 1962, in Athens, Tennessee, she was the cherished daughter of Johnnie Sue Shelton Walden and the late James Marvin Trentham.

Willa Dean was a devoted member of...

Mar 26, 2025

Barbara Jean Parish, aged 81, of Reliance, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2025, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. Born on April 29, 1943, to the late Thurman Coy Parish and Susie King Parish, Barbara was a cherished member of the community and a devoted member of Hiwassee Union Baptist Church.

Barbara dedicated...

Mar 18, 2025

Bobby F. Lea, 88, of Ocoee, departed this life peacefully on March 18, 2025, at a Chattanooga healthcare facility.

A Celebration of Life service will be held later with dates and times to be announced.

A full obituary will be published as soon as available.

Higgins Funeral Home of Benton is in charge...

Mar 15, 2025

Justin S. Bryson, 41, of Benton, passed away on March 15, 2025, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on September 19, 1983, in Cleveland, Tennessee to Joseph Samuel Bryson and Bobbie Lynn Stiles Jackson.

Justin's greatest love was his faith in our Savior, Jesus Christ. He immersed himself in the...