Obituaries
Obituaries for the Polk County, TN Area
Gertha Hinkey Beckler
Apr 15, 2021
Our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend, Gertha Hinkey Beckler, peacefully passed away with her family by her side on Thursday, April 15, 2021 at the age of 86 years to meet her loving husband on their 71st anniversary in heaven, which is a true love story. She was a lifelong resident of the Cookson Creek Community.
She was...
Hoyt E. Teague
Apr 13, 2021
Hoyt Teague, 88, of Delano, passed away on the evening of April 13, 2021.
He was retired military, upholsterer, and truck driver. Hoyt enjoyed picking guitar and playing music with friends. He built the family home in Delano from the ground up. Hoyt could fix anything, and often liked working with his hands and rebuilding Cushman Scooters. He was co-captain...
Cory Allen Parish
Apr 7, 2021
Cory Allen Parish, 51, of Benton, suddenly left his earthly vessel on the evening of April 7, 2021. Cory was a handyman by trade who took great pride in all the projects he completed. Cory served for a short time in the United States Navy after leaving Polk County High School, Class of 1987. After returning from service, he lived...
Cynthia "Cindy" Eaton
Apr 5, 2021
Cynthia “Cindy” Eaton, 65, of Benton, beloved mother, daughter, sister, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend passed away peacefully on April 5, 2021.
Cindy enjoyed playing Bingo, Yahtzee and singing karaoke. She especially loved to dance and spending time with her family.
She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Marvin and Carlene Thomas; brother, Victor Thomas.
Survivors include her...
Tammy Renaee' Free
Apr 2, 2021
Tammy Renaee’ Free, 56, of Benton, beloved mother, daughter, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 2, 2021, surrounded by her loving family.
Throughout life, Tammy was a faithful bank teller with Benton Banking Company (First Volunteer Bank), a dedicated employee at The Law Office of Chancey-Kanavos and ended her work career as a Deputy Clerk with...
Jerry A. Trew
Apr 1, 2021
Jerry A. Trew, 78, of Benton, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 1, 2021.
He was born on July 2, 1942 to the late Oras and Ollie (Rogers) Trew.
On December 24, 1962, he married the love of his life, Mrs. Gloria Tallent Trew.
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Wanda...
Ted "Pop" Cain
Mar 27, 2021
Ted “Pop” Cain, 89, of Reliance, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 27, 2021 at his home, surrounded by his beloved family.
He was born on June 13, 1931 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Charles William and Hildegard Francesca Zydeck Cain. At a young age Ted and his family moved to Florida, where he grew up until making his...
Johnanna Lovin Hunt
Mar 22, 2021
Johnanna Lovin Hunt, 80, of Benton, devoted wife, mother and Nana, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, March 22, 2021.
She was born on February 9, 1941 in Tellico Plains, TN to the late John and Pearl (Young) Lovin. After receiving her Home Economics degree from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, she taught Home Economics at...
Jeffrey Todd Jones
Mar 19, 2021
Jeffrey Todd Jones, 56, a resident of Benton, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2021, at his residence.
He was a wrapper operator in the carpet mill for many years. He enjoyed trucks and cars especially the older models. Jeffrey had a great hand in helping raise his nieces and nephews. He loved spending time with his friends and family...
Walter Neal Locke
Mar 17, 2021
Walter Neal Locke, 70, a lifelong resident of Benton, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2021, surrounded by his loving family at home.
He held a dual membership with Reliance 636 and Ocoee 212 Masonic Lodge. He was a Past-Master, Master Mason and instructor. Mr. Locke loved to fish, farm and bask in the glow of a good fire with...
Carl "Hoss" Maples
Mar 10, 2021
Johnathan Carl Eugene “Hoss” Maples, 60, of Benton, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2021, surrounded by his loving family at home.
He was of the Baptist faith. “Hoss” was a faithful farmer at Riverside Dairy Farms for 42 years. He was a very welcoming and accepting man that loved spending time with his family and friends. He will be...
Lennis Edward Bates
Mar 9, 2021
Lennis Edward “Pa” Bates, 83, of Benton, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2021, surrounded by his loving family.
He was an active member at First Baptist Church of Benton and was on the cemetery board at Old Ocoee Cemetery. He was also a double heart transplant patient.
Ed was preceded in death by his loving wife, Helen Bates; son,...
Mary S. Lee
Feb 28, 2021
Mary S. Lee, 74, a life-long resident of Polk County, passed away Sunday, February 28, 2021 at her home.
She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and especially a devoted wife to her late husband, Frog Lee and passed one day after their 56th wedding anniversary. Mary Lee was a dedicated school bus driver for more than 25 years for the...
Alleen W. Ray
Feb 24, 2021
Alleen W. Ray, 97, of Cleveland, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 surrounded by her daughters.
She was affectionately known as “NeeNee” by all her family. Alleen enjoyed cooking, crocheting, sewing, cruises, family vacations, walks on the beach, music, sports, especially bowling, basketball and hikes to the ‘ole home place. She was a magnet to children, and her...
Bobby Bishop, Jr.
Feb 20, 2021
After a fierce battle with glioblastoma, Bobby Bishop, Jr. departed for Heaven on February 20, 2021, where he was reunited with his mother, Nyokia Taylor Bishop, mother-in-law Juanita Skidmore Baker and countless other family and loved ones.
Bobby grew up in Benton, Tennessee spending his younger years working in the family grocery store and playing baseball, a sport he loved...
Jerry M. Cox
Feb 15, 2021
Jerry M. Cox, 80, of the Benton Station Community, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2021 surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on October 2, 1940 to the late J.T. and Pauline Wilson Cox in Old Fort, Tennessee.
In addition to his parents, J.T. and Pauline Cox, he was also preceded in death by his brother, Cleo Cox.
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Carolyn M. Stephens
Feb 12, 2021
Carolyn Mauldin Stephens, 81, of Benton, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2021 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Mrs. Stephens received her Bachelor of Education Degree from Alabama College (now University of Montevallo) and her Masters of Education Degree from The University of Tennessee at Knoxville. She retired in 1994 as an elementary teacher from the Polk...
Ruth Godfrey
Feb 10, 2021
Mary Ruth Godfrey, 92, of Cleveland, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2021 surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on November 14, 1928 to the late Ernest and Reesie Pankey in Benton, TN.
Mary Ruth was the oldest living founding member of Welcome Valley Baptist Church. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
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Rebecca Ann Fisher
Feb 10, 2021
Rebecca Ann Fisher, 79, of Cleveland, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on February 10, 2021 at her daughter’s residence in Dutton, Alabama.
She was born on September 4, 1941 to Ms. Berniece Woody Pack and the late Mr. John H. Pack in Ducktown, Tennessee. Rebecca faithfully served in the Tennessee National Guard for 13 years and enjoyed...
Christine Goodner
Feb 9, 2021
Christine Goodner, 58, of Benton, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2021 in the arms of her loving daughters.
Throughout life, Christine had a great passion for serving the Lord and reading her devotions daily. She loved her family with her whole heart and enjoyed being at any sporting event her children and grandchildren were involved in. Christine enjoyed life...
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