Obituaries
Obituaries for the Polk County, TN Area
Tim D. Blackwell
Feb 6, 2023
Tim Blackwell, 70, said his final farewell to this world on February 6, 2023, in Sweetwater, TN.
He was born on February 19, 1952, in Cleveland, to the late Foy I. and Bertie M. Blankenship Blackwell.
Through his many travels of the world, his mischievous nature and outgoing personality was formed. Tim never met a stranger and always had a...
Nell "Jeep" Evelyn Moorhouse
Feb 5, 2023
Nell Evelyn “Jeep” Stanley Moorhouse, 87, of Benton, departed this life peacefully on February 5, 2023, at a local healthcare facility.
She was born on August 5, 1935, in McFarland, Tennessee to the late James Felton and Nell E. Campbell Stanley.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded by her sister, Genene Crump, and the father of her children,...
Robert "Bob" Hutchinson
Feb 4, 2023
Robert “Bob” Hutchinson, 90, of Delano, departed this life peacefully on February 4, 2023.
He was born on November 6, 1932, in Ft. Pierce, Florida, to the late Lamar A. Hutchinson and Edna Myers Hutchinson Victor.
Bob was a 1951 graduate of Ft. Pierce High School, later becoming a Deputy Chief of the St. Lucie Fire District, retiring after 31...
Charles A. Rogers
Feb 2, 2023
Charles A. Rogers, 91, departed this life for his heavenly home with his loving wife and family beside him on February 2, 2023.
His parents, two brothers and two sisters preceded him in death.
He faithfully served his country in the U. S. Army and retired from the Ford Motor Company after 32 years of dedicated service. He was a...
Johnnie S. Ledwell
Jan 28, 2023
Johnnie S. Ledwell, 83, of Benton, departed this life peacefully on January 28, 2023, at a local hospital.
She was born on August 8, 1939, in Benton, Tennessee to the late James L. and Nettie Bazzell Parker Sr.
Ms. Ledwell was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church, a faithful and loving grandmother, and great-grandmother, and was an excellent cook. ...
Gena Sampson
Jan 26, 2023
Gena Mae Triplett Sampson, 84, of Benton, departed this life on January 26, 2023.
She was born on May 8, 1938, in Benton, Tennessee to the late John H. and Pearl Keith Triplett.
Throughout life, Ms. Gena enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, and will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege to have known her.
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Kristy Leigh Mobus née Halyburton
Jan 21, 2023
Kristy Leigh Mobus née Halyburton, 45, of Chattanooga, departed this life peacefully on January 21, 2023, at a local healthcare facility.
She was born on February 1, 1977, in Asheville, North Carolina to Thomas V. and Judy Woodard Halyburton. Throughout life, Kristy grew to be a beloved wife, daughter, sister and friends, always having a smile on her face to...
Ocie Ann Hicks
Jan 16, 2023
Ocie A. (Rhodes) Hicks, 68, of Benton, departed this life peacefully on Monday, January 16, 2023, at her residence.
She was born on August 17, 1954, in Ringgold, Georgia to the late James and Lois (Whittemore) Rhodes. Throughout life, Ocie enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and will be deeply missed by all who had the blessing to...
Kathleen "Kat" Blankenship
Jan 14, 2023
Kathleen “Kat” Blankenship, 82, of Madisonville, departed this life peacefully on January 14, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on May 4, 1940, in Murphy, North Carolina to the late Robert Ashe and Janie Harris.
Throughout life, she enjoyed attending bluegrass festivals, going junking, hosting family gatherings, cooking, sewing, and decorating.
In addition to her parents, she...
Kenneth Sampson, II.
Jan 14, 2023
Junior “Kenneth” Sampson II, 73, of Cleveland, departed this life peacefully on Saturday, January 14, 2023.
He was born on December 14, 1949, in Old Fort, Tennessee to the late Gladys (Powell) and Junior Kenneth Sampson, Sr. Kenneth was a member of Four Point Baptist Church in Cleveland, TN. He was also a dedicated employee at Ratcliff’s Lumber Yard in...
Larry "Diddle" Lewis
Jan 10, 2023
Larry “Diddle” Lewis, 76, of Benton, departed this life peacefully, on January 10, 2023.
He was born on June 3, 1946, in Athens, Tennessee to the late Tup and Jane Padgett Lewis. He was a member of Zion Baptist Church. Diddle loved his family and always put them first, while enjoying the simple things in life. One of his favorite...
Mildred Alice Patterson
Jan 9, 2023
Mildred Alice Lockhart Patterson, 92, of Benton, departed this life peacefully on January 9, 2023, at the family residence.
She was born on April 12, 1930, in Etowah, Tennessee to the late Tom and Liza Stewart Lockhart.
Throughout life, Ms. Mildred loved her family with her entire heart, and was truly thankful for the many memories that shared together. She...
Lawrie Kay Willis
Jan 1, 2023
Lawrie Kay Willis, 52, of Tellico Plains, went to be with the Lord on January 1, 2023.
She was born on September 8, 1970, in Connersville, Indiana, to the late Lawrence and Jeannette Chaney Kuhn.
In addition to her parents, Lawrie was preceded in death by her baby that was born sleeping, Baby Willis.
Lawrie graduated in 1988...
Leota Stinnett Rice
Dec 30, 2022
Leota Stinnett Rice, 89, of Cleveland, departed this life peacefully to be with her Savior Jesus Christ on December 30, 2022.
She was born on June 29, 1933, in Benton, TN to the late Alfred and Stella Mae Cavett Stinnett.
Throughout life she served others well and valued family. Leota grew up active in church, first at Smyrna Baptist and...
Erica Mashon Guthrie
Dec 28, 2022
Erica Mashon Guthrie, 47, of Ocoee, departed this life on December 28, 2022.
She was born on March 13, 1975, in Chattanooga, TN to the late Tina Marie Osborne.
Throughout life she was raised in Walker County. Erica was the mother of two daughters and she worked as a receptionist in the medical field. Her favorite pastime was spending time...
Shirley H. White
Dec 27, 2022
Shirley Ann Harrison White, 87, of Benton, departed this life peacefully on Tuesday, December 27, 2022, at her home surrounded by her beloved family.
She was born on December 9, 1935, in Stanton, Kentucky to the late William F. and Elsie Vance Harrison Sr. and was a lifelong member at First Presbyterian Church of Stanton. After graduation from high school,...
James "Buck" Payne
Dec 23, 2022
James “Buck” Payne, 54, of Benton, departed this life unexpectedly on December 23, 2022, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on March 7, 1968, in Copperhill, Tennessee to Mr. Albert Payne and the late Ms. Mary Baine Payne. “Buck” was a faithful member of the Ocoee Church of God and loved his church family.
Throughout life, James was...
Betty Jo Curbow
Dec 23, 2022
Betty Jo Curbow, of Ocoee, departed this life peacefully on December 23, 2022.
She was born on June 16, 1926, in Ocoee, Tennessee to the late Horace and Grace Thurman Snyder.
Throughout life, she was a long-standing member of Shiloh Baptist Church in Ocoee, TN, and was always active in her family’s lives, lending a hand at a moment’s notice...
Kenneth "Kenny" Wayne Potter
Dec 21, 2022
Kenneth “Kenny” Wayne Potter, 65, of Benton, departed this life peacefully on December 21, 2022, at the Hospice Care of Chattanooga.
He was born on July 14, 1957, in Harriman, TN. Throughout life, he was raised in the Oakdale Community and attended Oakdale School where he excelled on the football field and was named “All-Conference” during his senior season. He...
Donald Richard Noyes
Dec 16, 2022
Donald Richard Noyes, 89, of Benton, departed this life peacefully at his home, on December 16, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on April 18, 1933, in Boston, Massachusetts, to the late Ms. Myrtle Sophia Courage, and the late Mr. Alden Kimball Noyes. At an early age, Don began to learn the basics of life and responsibilities...
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