Obituaries

Obituaries for the Polk County, TN Area

Inez Frady

Inez Frady

Nov 5, 2017

Inez Mikel Frady, age 91, of Old Fort, passed away on Sunday morning, November 5, 2017, at Tennova Healthcare of Cleveland.  Born on August 27, 1926, she was the daughter of the late L.E. and Louisa Albritton Mikel and a native and lifelong resident of Polk County.  She loved sewing, gardening, and spending time with her family and was a...

Lurena D. Burger

Lurena D. Burger

Nov 4, 2017

Lurena D. Burger, age 88 of Benton, passed away on Saturday evening November 4, 2017 at her home surrounded by family and friends.  Born in Knoxville, TN on May 28, 1929, she was the daughter of the late James W. and Nina Tilley Dale and spent the majority of her life in Polk County and was of the Baptist Faith....

David Evans

David Evans

Oct 30, 2017

David Evans, 71, of Benton, TN went home to be with the Lord October 30, 2017 in a local hospital surrounded by family and friends.  David was a member of Welcome Valley Baptist Church.  He served in the U. S. Marines during the Vietnam War, was a member of Ocoee Lodge 212 and retired from Maytag after 40 years.   David...

ROBERT LEON LINDNER

ROBERT LEON LINDNER

Oct 24, 2017

Robert Leon Lindner, 77, of Sauk Village, IL passed away October 24, 2017.   He was a veteran of the United States Army and retired from LTV Steel.  He was of the Baptist faith. 

He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Mary Frances Smotherman Lindner; parents, Chester and Josephine Burchfield Lindner; brother, Fred Lindner; brother-in-law, Homer Garren.

He is...

Gloria Mae Hicks

Gloria Mae Hicks

Oct 13, 2017

Gloria Mae Hicks, 73, of Benton, TN passed away Friday, October 13, 2017 at her residence.  She was a member and attended Oak Grove Baptist Church and loved her church family.  Gloria was always smiling and open hearted to everyone.  She lived in foster homes all her childhood and above all she made sure her family knew they were LOVED. ...

Anna Mae Wiseman

Anna Mae Wiseman

Oct 8, 2017

Anna Mae Davenport Wiseman, 82, passed away Sunday, October 8, 2017.  She spent her life in Cleveland and Polk County.  She worked several in sewing manufacturing and after retirement she worked for the Forestry Department in Polk Co., TN.  She was of the Baptist faith and will be greatly missed.    

She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred...

Patricia Ann Queen

Patricia Ann Queen

Oct 7, 2017

Patricia Ann Rinehart Queen, 69, passed away Saturday, October 7, 2017 surrounded by her loving family.  She was an artist, never met a stranger and was a lovable person.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Harley Queen; mother, Pauline Rinehart; brother, Paul Watson; maternal grand-parents, Bill and Ida Free; mother-in-law, Mae Queen; aunt, Ruby Duncan.

She is survived...

Larry E. Jenkins

Larry E. Jenkins

Oct 6, 2017

 

 

Larry Edward Jenkins

Larry was retired from Mayfield Dairy Farms and had served as the School Resource Officer at Polk County High School.

He was of Baptist faith who loved his country, his family, Polk County football, working in his yard and on his trucks.

Larry was preceded in death by his parents, Henry Burton and Genora Patterson...

Robert D. McCurdy, Jr.

Robert D. McCurdy, Jr.

Oct 4, 2017

Robert McCurdy was born July 23, 1934.  He went home to be with his heavenly Father and other family members who went before him on Wednesday, October4, 2017.  He proudly served his country with the United States Army.  He enjoyed building things, working with wood and gardening. 

He was born and raised in Columbus, OH and moved to Old Fort,...

Pauline McFarland

Pauline McFarland

Oct 3, 2017

Pauline McFarland, 76, of Benton, TN, passed away Tuesday, October 3, 2017 at her residence with her loving family by her side.  She was a member of Smyrna Baptist Church.  Ms. Pauline worked 34 years at Polk County High School in special education, where she touched and made a difference in many lives. 

She was preceded in death by her...

Pauline Cronan

Pauline Cronan

Oct 2, 2017

Pauline Cronan, 86, of Cleveland, passed away Monday, October 2, 2017 in a local hospital.  She was a native of Polk County and lived the majority of her life in Bradley County.  She was a member of the Echoes of Mercy Baptist Church.  Pauline loved her church and spending time with her family and friends.

She was preceded in death...

Terry R. Bivens, Jr.

Terry R. Bivens, Jr.

Sep 28, 2017

Terry R. Bivens, Jr., of Athens, TN passed away Thursday, September 28, 2017.  He loved to hunt, fish and work on vehicles.  He was an outdoorsman and spent a lot of time driving in the mountains of Polk County.  He especially loved spending time with his boys.

He is survived by his sons, Austin Bivens and Chase Bivens; father, Terry...

Carla E. Long

Carla E. Long

Sep 26, 2017

Carla E. Long, 53, of Benton, TN passed away Tuesday, September 26, 2017 at her residence.  She loved to travel, being outdoors, reading literature and spending time with her family.   

She is survived by her parents, Harold and Charley Haddock; children, Brandie (Robert) Money, David (Kaitlyn) Luce, Sheri (Andrew) Smith; grandchildren, Alyssa, Eryn and Isaiah Money, Harmoni and Haisley...

Debra A. Simonds

Debra A. Simonds

Sep 18, 2017

Debra A. Simonds, 57, of Benton, TN passed away Monday, September 18, 2017 at a local hospital.  Even though she struggled with cancer for 13 years, she never complained.  She was a joyful person and always laughing.  Debra never met a stranger.  She loved spending time with her grandchildren.   

She was preceded in death by her parents, Wilbert and...

Betty Jo Ledford

Betty Jo Ledford

Sep 14, 2017

Betty Jo Ledford, 77, of Delano passed away Thursday, September 14, 2017 at her home.   She was a member of Delano Baptist Church.  She loved her grandchildren and spending time with her family.  Her hobby was painting wood crafts.   

She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph R. Ledford; son, Michael Ledford; grandson, Michael Christopher Brown; parents, H....

Thomas A. Guthrie

Thomas A. Guthrie

Aug 31, 2017

Thomas A. Guthrie, 86, a resident of Benton, TN passed away Thursday, August 31, 2017 at his home.  Tommy loved to farm.  He was a faithful member of Oak Grove Baptist Church.  He was a veteran of the U. S. Army, a member of Ocoee Lodge 212 and retired from Bowater where he served on the Board of Directors of...

Riley Thomas Burris

Riley Thomas Burris

Aug 26, 2017

Riley Thomas Burris, 13, of Old Fort, TN passed away Saturday, August 26, 2017 as the result of an automobile accident in Loudon County.  He was a kind, loving young man who loved everyone unconditionally.  He was a member of Boanerges Baptist Church.  His faith in our Heavenly Father was strong and he blessed every person he met. 

He was...

Winnie Lynn Burris

Winnie Lynn Burris

Aug 26, 2017

Winnie Lynn Burris, 39, of Old Fort, TN passed away Saturday, August 26, 2017 as the result of an automobile accident in Loudon County.    She was a beloved mother, daughter, family member, friend and coworker.  She was a member of Boanerges Baptist Church where she loved to sing.  Her son, Riley, was her pride and joy.  She will be missed...

John Hubbard, Jr.

John Hubbard, Jr.

Aug 3, 2017

John Hubbard, Jr., 53, of Delano, TN passed away Thursday, August 3, 2017 as the result of a truck accident in McMinn County.  He loved spending time with his family and his grandchildren.  He was a great mechanic and had a “Heart of Gold”.  He was employed by Garner Construction and Excavating.    

He was preceded in death by his...

Gene Hannah

Gene Hannah

Aug 2, 2017

Louis Eugene “Gene” Hannah, Sr., 80, of Old Fort, TN passed away at his residence on Wednesday, August 2, 2017.  He was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church and retired from Shaw Industries, Inc. in Dalton, GA.  He was a veteran of the U. S. Army and during his service he received numerous awards and commendations.

He was a loyal,...

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