Jan 25, 2025

Mary Maude Moore Burns, 87, of Benton, Tennessee passed away Saturday, January 25, 2025.

Mary was born August 30, 1937, on the family farm in Bulls Gap, Tennessee to the late Keith Moore and Cordelia Snapp Moore.

She was a member of North Cleveland Baptist Church and last attended church at Delano Baptist Church. She...

Jan 23, 2025

Lois Johnson Bates, 99, of Benton, passed away on January 23, 2025.

She was born on February 7, 1925, in Varnell, GA, to the late John H. and Edna Johnson, and grew up in Conasauga, TN throughout her early years.

Lois graduated from Polk County High School in 1943, and began working in Oak Ridge,...

Jan 17, 2025

Eloise Eugene Carruth Waters, 78, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend passed away peacefully on January 17, 2025, at her home, surrounded by family who loved her dearly. She battled metastatic bile duct cancer for one year.

She was born in Benton, Tennessee, to the late Fletus and Marie Coe Carruth.

Eloise leaves behind...

Jan 17, 2025

Janice Loretta "Monk" Beard Crabtree, 85, a cherished wife, mother, daughter, grandmother, and sister, departed this life on January 17, 2025, as her sister's residence.

She was born on June 25, 1939, in Maryville, TN, to the late Byran and Marie Passmore Beard.

"Monk" learned at an early age the beauty of life filled with...

Jan 8, 2025

Charles "Dub" Adams, 87, of Delano, passed away, peacefully, at his residence on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on October 12, 1937, to the late Marvin Adams and Zella Wilcox Adams Rymer.

Dub was a member of Fairview Baptist Church in Greasy Creek, TN. He was a deacon...

Jan 8, 2025

Gary Lynn Dixon, 73, of Benton, passed away peacefully at his home on January 8, 2025.

He was born June 7, 1951, in Cleveland, Tennessee to the late Roy and Dorothy Dixon. Gary was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

Gary had a deep love for spending time with his grandchildren, working on fast...

Jan 5, 2025

Willie "Bill" Wilhite, 90, of Ocoee, departed this life on January 5, 2025.

He was born on October 15, 1934, in Moulton, Alabama, to the late Jack and Ruby Hamby Wilhite.

Bill enjoyed farming, cattle ranching, hunting, fishing, spending time at the lake, camping and being on the Florida beaches. A few of his fondest...

Jan 2, 2025

James "Ed" Howard, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2025, at the age of 81. Surrounded by his loving family, Ed left behind a legacy of faith, service, and dedication to those he loved and to the values he held dear.

Born and raised in a Christian home, Ed was...

Jan 2, 2025

Karl M. Kluge, 76, of Benton, passed away at his residence on January 2, 2025.

There are no services at this time.

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

Arrangements are entrusted to Higgins Funeral Home of Benton.

Dec 27, 2024

Benjamin "Ben" N. Hannah, 40, of Old Fort, departed this life unexpectedly on Friday, December 27, 2024.

He was born on April 2, 1984, in Cleveland, TN to Louis E. Hannah, Jr. and the late Sharon Nicholson.

Ben loved the Lord and was an avid hunter and fisherman.

In addition to his mother,...

Dec 15, 2024

Roy Thomas "Tom" McClary, 83, of Benton, departed this life on December 15, 2024.

He was born on May 13, 1941, in Cleveland, TN to the late Roy E. and Arlene Kimbrough McClary. Mr. Tom was a faithful and dedicated member of Zion Baptist Church and was a truck driver for more than 40 years.

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Dec 14, 2024

Joseph Browder, 74, of Old Fort, departed this life on December 14, 2024.

He was born on June 7, 1950, in Benton, TN to the late Charles W. and Retta Sue Sampson Browder.

Throughout life, Joseph worked and lived with a passion for fixing things and his family. He especially loved collecting antiques, and built...

Dec 6, 2024

Debra Varnell, 71, of Benton, departed this life on December 6, 2024.

She was born on September 16, 1953, in Peoria, Illinois to the late Harold and Dalyne Wheeler Moore.

Debras passion throughout her life was working as a CNA in the mental health field. She enjoyed cross stitch embroidery, sweet foods, and her fur...

Nov 29, 2024

Shannon L. Travis, 54, of Old Fort, departed this life unexpectedly on November 29, 2024.

She was born on May 31, 1970, in Cleveland, TN.

Throughout life, Shannon was a dedicated and devoted friend who loved everyone that had the blessing of knowing her. She had a passion and a deep interest in caring for,...

Nov 29, 2024

Levieta R. Freeman, 68, of Cleveland, departed this life peacefully November 29, 2024, amongst her beloved family.

She was born on December 10, 1955, in Cleveland, Tennessee, to the late Lester "Bud" and Veva Joyce Judd Haulk

Throughout life, Levieta enjoyed gardening, crafting, outdoors, singing and drinking coffee with her friends and family. She was...

Nov 29, 2024

Robert Andrew Presswood Jr, 93, of Cleveland TN went to his Heavenly home on Friday, November 29, 2024, at Signature HealthCare of Cleveland.

Robert loved the Lord, his family, and driving the roads. He was a charter member of the Way of The Cross Baptist Church and pre-covid he attended Spring Place Church of God of Prophecy....

Nov 25, 2024

Gregory "Greg" Robert Swyers, 82, of Benton, Tennessee passed away peacefully on November 25, 2024, surrounded by his family.

Greg was a faithful and dedicated member at Zion Baptist Church, President of the Benton Lions Club, and was the founder of Remington for more than 25 years.

He is preceded in death by his parents,...

Nov 19, 2024

Ronnie E. Beard, 8o, of Benton, departed this life peacefully on November 19, 2024.

He was born on November 6, 1944, in Athens, TN to the late Warren and Pauline Passmore Beard.

Ronnie was a member and deacon at First Baptist Church of Benton, where he loved to sing in the choir.

In...

Nov 18, 2024

Judy E. Wilson, 75, of Benton, departed this life peacefully at home on November 18, 2024, with her daughters and grandchildren close to her side.

She was born on September 11, 1949, in Benton, Tennessee, to the late Matt and Lois Allen Cummings.

Throughout life, Mrs. Judy was a dedicated and devoted mother, grandmother, sister,...

Nov 16, 2024

Jack C. Beard, 81, of Benton, departed this life peacefully on November 16, 2024.

He was born on January 14, 1943, in Maryville, TN to the late Byran and Marie Passmore Beard.

Jack was a member of Crossroads Baptist Church in Delano, TN. He was an avid fan and supporter of the Tennessee Vols. A...