Obituaries
Obituaries for the Polk County, TN Area
Kevin D. Trew
Apr 26, 2023
Kevin Dentford Trew, 35, a life-long resident of Polk County, departed this life on April 26, 2023, at the family residence.
He was born on November 21, 1987, in Chattanooga, Tennessee to Michael D. and Shelia Watson Trew.
Kevin was a 2006 graduate of Polk County High School, where he was a three-year starter for the Polk County Wildcats. He...
Sue Thomas
Apr 18, 2023
Betty Sue Thomas, 89, a lifelong resident of Benton, departed this life peacefully on April 18, 2023, at a local healthcare facility.
She was the daughter of the late Earl Jean and Grace Willson Thomas and was a graduate of Polk County High School. Ms. Sue was a lifelong member of the United Methodist Church. She enjoyed arts and crafts...
William "Stanley" Wooten
Apr 15, 2023
William “Stanley” Wooten, 71, of Delano, departed this life peacefully on the morning of April 15, 2023, at his home.
He was born on May 7, 1951, in Athens, Tennessee, to the late Vernard and Betty Goble Wooten. Stanley was a veteran of the United States Navy and was a retired engineer of CSX Railroad of Etowah. Stanley has been...
Timothy "Bum" Eugene Phillips
Apr 10, 2023
Timothy Eugene “Bum” Phillips, 54, of Old Fort, departed this life peacefully on Monday, April 10, 2023, with his beloved family at his side.
He was born on August 26, 1968, in Cleveland, Tennessee, to the late Gene and Barbara Phillips and later graduated from Chattanooga State Community College. A faithful member of Mountain Springs Baptist Church and a dedicated...
Betty Cheek Spicer
Apr 5, 2023
Betty Cheek Spicer, of Benton, left this world for a better place on Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at 89 years of age.
She was born on August 13, 1933, in Farner, Tennessee to the late Fred and Joy Tilson.
Throughout life, Betty loved the Lord and enjoyed spending her time camping with her family, reading books, and being with her...
Cherie Yvonne Davenport
Apr 3, 2023
Cherie Yvonne Davenport, 67, of Ocoee, departed this life on April 3, 2023, peacefully, at her home.
She was born on February 26, 1956, in Yuba City, CA., to the late Jesse and Silvia Toon Baggett.
Cherie was number 9 of 10 children. She attended elementary school in Yuba City and was a 1974 graduate of Yuba City High School.
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Barbara K. Burns
Mar 24, 2023
Barbara Kay "Granny" Burns, 67, of Old Fort, departed this life peacefully on March 24, 2023, at her 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.
Valerie J. Lankford
Mar 23, 2023
Valerie J. Lankford, 46, of Etowah, departed this life on March 23, 2023, at a local hospital.
She was born on September 20, 1976, in Cleveland, to Patty Ann Abel King and the late William “WD” King.
In addition to her father, WD King, she was preceded by her sister, Brenda King; two brothers, Wheeler King, and William “Billy” King.
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Arlene Rymer Hicks
Mar 22, 2023
Arlene Rymer Hicks, 66, of Benton, departed this life peacefully on March 22, 2023, surrounded by her beloved family.
She was born on July 5, 1956, to the late A.C. and Shirley Goforth Rymer. Arlene was a member of Hiwassee Union Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, A.C. and Shirley Rymer, she was preceded by her grandparents, Arthur and...
Danny Joe Godfrey
Mar 22, 2023
Danny Joe Godfrey, 80, of the Oak Grove community, departed this life peacefully on March 22, 2023, surrounded by his beloved family.
He was born on September 3, 1942, in Benton, Tennessee to the late Leonard and Ruth Bates Godfrey.
Danny faithfully served his country with the United States Coast Guard. Throughout life, he was a well-respected carpenter, friend, and...
Danny Ray Green
Mar 20, 2023
Danny Ray Green, 80, of Benton, passed away peacefully at his home on March 20, 2023.
He was born on November 15, 1942, in Dallas, NC to the late Lonnie Albert Green and Beulah Inez Lathan.
In addition to his parents, Lonnie A., and Beulah Lathan Green, he was preceded by his son, Joey Shepherd; brothers, Joel Green, and Dean...
Jimmie Ronald Headrick
Mar 18, 2023
Jimmie Ronald Headrick, 85, of Benton, said his final farewell to this world on March 18, 2023. He was a member of the Zion Baptist Church.
He was born on September 20, 1937, in Murray County, GA., to the late Tinker and Nola Headrick. Throughout his mischievous nature and outpouring personality, he had many friends. His motto was “he would...
Robert "Wade" Hancock
Mar 17, 2023
Robert “Wade” Hancock, 74, of Benton, departed this life on March 17, 2023, at his home.
He was born on August 31, 1948, in Jacksonville, Florida to the late Robert and Maxine Nogel Hancock, Sr. In his early years of life, Wade resided in Apopka, Florida where he graduated high school and later graduated from military school. He went on...
Marilyn "Janice" Freeman
Mar 14, 2023
Marilyn Wilcox Freeman, 70, of Reliance, departed this life peacefully on March 14, 2023, at her home.
She was born on May 15, 1952, in Reliance, Tennessee, to the late Warren Gee and Margie Owens Wilcox.
In addition to her parents, Warren G., and Margie O. Wilcox, she was preceded by her beloved husband, Edward Leslie Freeman, and one sister,...
William "Bill" Davis
Mar 5, 2023
William H. Davis, 76 of Linsdale, Tennessee went to be with the Lord on March 5, 2023, surrounded by his beloved family. William, fondly known as Bill, was born to the late Hershel and Oma Davis on August 24, 1946. He spent many years working on a farm before being drafted to the U.S. Army in 1966. After completing basic...
Sue Howard Campbell
Mar 4, 2023
Martha Sue Howard Campbell, 83, of Ocoee, departed this life peacefully on March 4, 2023, at a local hospital.
She was born on August 8, 1939, in Cleveland, Tennessee to the late Kenneth R. and Dovie Ann Rogers Howard. She enjoyed playing the piano along with the choir at Conasauga Baptist Church for many years. She was devoted to her...
Callie Lorene Shell
Feb 24, 2023
Callie Lorene Shell, 80, of Benton, departed this life peacefully on February 24, 2023, at a local hospital.
She was born on May 5, 1942, in Benton, Tennessee to the late Howard and Ada Bishop Haulk. Throughout life, she was a dedicated and faithful member of Welcome Valley Baptist Church. She also enjoyed spending time at yard sales, going out...
Opal G. Thornton
Feb 16, 2023
Opal G. Thornton, 83, of Benton, departed this life peacefully on February 16, 2023, at a local healthcare facility after a lengthy illness.
She spent her life as a devoted pastor’s wife and loved singing praises to the Lord, was a member of Shady Springs Baptist Church, enjoyed spending time with her family whom she loved dearly, and will be...
Butch Moorhouse
Feb 15, 2023
On February 15, 2023, Robert W. “Butch” Moorhouse, husband, father, papaw, brother, and friend departed this life for his heavenly home after a hard-fought battle with Lewy Body Dementia at age 68.
At the time of his homegoing, he was surrounded by the love of his wife, children, grandchildren, and many loved ones at his home in Benton.
Butch was...
Joe Rodriguez
Feb 14, 2023
Teofilo Ignacio “Joe” Rodriguez, 64, beloved father, uncle, son, brother and grandfather, was called to his eternal resting place on Tuesday, February 14, 2023.
Joe was born in San Antonio, TX, on July 31, 1958, to the late Servando and Maria Elena Vasquez Rodriguez.
He resided in Cleveland, TN., most of his life. Professionally, he was a welder at Reinsmans...
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