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...

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,...