Obituaries
Obituaries for the Polk County, TN Area
Sharon D. Rogers
Oct 15, 2023
Sharon Denise Bradford Rogers, 62, of Crandall, GA., departed this life peacefully on October 15, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on December 16, 1960, in Cleveland, TN to the late Bobby and Ruby Trentham Bradford. Throughout life, she enjoyed spending time with those she loved the most. A few of her fondest memories include the many...
Troy Alexander Meachen
Oct 8, 2023
Troy Alexander Meachen, 51, of Benton, gained his wings peacefully, at his home, doing what he loved on October 8, 2023.
He was born on December 24, 1971, in Sarasota, Florida.
Troy was an extraordinary husband, father, brother, and grandfather. He was always doing for others and enjoyed exploring the roads. Troy was always ready to lend...
James T. Maxwell
Oct 3, 2023
James “Buck” Maxwell, 68, of Old Fort, TN., passed away peacefully at Erlanger Hospital the morning of October 3, 2023.
Buck loved life, his family, and friends. He touched the heart of everyone he met in life and will be missed by those who had the pleasure of knowing him.
He was preceded by his grandparents,...
Michael R. Hanson
Oct 3, 2023
Michael Randolph Hanson, 69, of Tellico Plains, went home to be with the Lord on October 3, 2023, with his loving fiancée by his side.
He was born on September 26, 1954, to the late Walt Hanson and Rachel Childers.
Michael was a graduate of Frayser High School in Memphis, Tennessee. He retired from BMW as a...
Reed Sundermeier
Sep 30, 2023
Reed Sundermeier, 65, of Benton passed away peacefully on September 30, 2023.
He was born to Charles and Patricia Sundermeier on February 14, 1958, in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.
Reed obtained an associate’s degree from Broward Community College. From 1978 to 1998 he dedicated 20 years of service to UPS and became an invaluable member of the team. He...
Yvonne Hancock
Sep 29, 2023
Yvonne D. Hancock, 69, of Benton, had unshakeable faith and unwavering courage in her illness and passed peacefully on September 29, 2023, while her loving son, Christian Hunter, held her hand.
She was born on February 8, 1954, in West Virginia, to the late Aussie and Betty Tams Butcher.
Yvonne had a deep love for her Savior, Jesus Christ,...
David Alan Neeley, Sr.
Sep 28, 2023
David Alan Neeley, Sr., 75, of Benton, Tennessee, departed this life on September 28, 2023, at his residence.
David was born on August 16, 1948, in Mobile, Alabama to Millard Carrol and Wanda Jobe Neeley.
David grew up in Oakridge/Knoxville, Tennessee area attending Farragut Elementary School and graduating from Karns High School in 1966. After high school, he moved...
Glenn A. Powers
Sep 16, 2023
Glenn A. Powers, 73, of Benton, passed away surrounded by his family at Memorial Hospital in Chattanooga on Saturday, September 16, 2023.
He was born on January 19, 1950, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Kenneth J. and Lillian B. Powers.
Glenn attended Pleasant Grove Baptist Church and enjoyed watching football, always a loyal Chicago Bears fan. He...
Lisa A. Thompson
Sep 5, 2023
Lisa Ann Thompson, 55, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend, departed this life peacefully on September 5, 2023, at her home in Benton, surrounded by those that she loved most.
She was born on April 22, 1968, in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Ernest and Joann Bivens. She served the health care profession for 20+ years. A...
Doris Woods Owens
Sep 1, 2023
Doris Woods Owens, 97, of Concord/Farragut, departed this life on Friday, September 1, 2023, of natural causes.
She was born on February 17, 1926, in Concord, Tennessee to the late Walter Gordon and Ziza Welch Woods.
Throughout life, Doris was a member of Concord United Methodist Church. She was a member of the Samuel Frazier Chapter, NSDAR since...
David Watson Gregory
Sep 1, 2023
David Watson Gregory, 67, of Benton, TN, left us too soon on September 1st, 2023. Although he's now eating heavenly meals and likely mowing celestial lawns, his larger-than-life personality leaves an unfillable void here on Earth.
He was preceded in death by his parents, David Patrick Gregory, and Zona Jeanne Carver Gregory.
David was far more than just a lineman;...
Jerry Morrow
Sep 1, 2023
Jerry Morrow, 74, of Cleveland, departed this life on September 1, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 13, 1948, in Greasy Creek, to Minnie (Kirkland) Price and the late Andy Price. Ms. Jerry was a life-long member of Greasy Creek Baptist Church and loved spending time with her family and friends. She was loved by...
David J. VanDevander
Aug 27, 2023
David J. VanDevander, 66, of Reliance, passed away at his residence, August 27, 2023.
He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Robert H. VanDevander, Sr., and Shannon O’Mara Hayes.
Throughout life, David enjoyed hang-gliding in his youth, playing piano and organ, drawing, painting, and trout fishing. He was dearly loved by his family and will be deeply missed.
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Deborah F. Reid
Aug 27, 2023
Deborah Renay Foster Reid was born on December 22, 1951, at Bessemer General Hospital in Bessemer, Alabama, to her parents the late Rev. Olon and Bernice Burnette Foster. She grew up in a loving home dedicated to the Lord alongside seven other siblings. Debbie lived a full life and went to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 27,...
Kevin A. Brown
Aug 25, 2023
Kevin A. Brown, 53, of Old Fort, departed this life on August 25, 2023, in Cleveland, Tennessee.
Kevin will be remembered by his since of humor. Always turning stress into laughter. His loyalty to his family and friends, always one you could depend on to be there in time of need, and a faithful and hard-working man that never stopped...
Guinn E. Passmore
Aug 22, 2023
Guinn Passmore, 86, of Benton, departed this life peacefully on August 22, 2023, at a local hospital.
He was born on August 10, 1937, in Turtletown, Tennessee, to the late Olin and Bonnie Pate Passmore. Guinn attended Shiloh Baptist Church and was retired as a machine operator from M&M Mars.
Throughout life, he greatly enjoyed camping and spending time...
Shana A. Blackwell
Aug 9, 2023
Shana Ann Blackwell, 39, of Athens, departed this life on August 9, 2023, in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
She was born on June 3, 1984, in Cleveland, Tennessee to Cyrethea Blackwell Stanton and the late Bennie Blackwell.
In addition to her father, Bennie Blackwell, she was preceded in death by her brother, Joshua Presley; along with her paternal and maternal grandparents.
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Kyle T. Loveday
Jul 28, 2023
Kyle T. Loveday, 37, of McMinn County, departed this life unexpectedly on July 28, 2023.
He was born on May 5, 1986, in Cleveland, Tennessee, to Kenny and Mitzi Rogers Loveday. Throughout life, Kyle had an affectionate personality that always garnered love and care from each person he encountered. At an early age, Kyle grew up loving to play sports,...
Marvin "Buddy" Head
Jul 13, 2023
Marvin S. “Buddy” Head, 78, of Old Fort, departed this life peacefully on July 13, 2023, at his home.
Throughout life, Buddy enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, and retired from the carpet manufacturing industry. He was a faithful husband, father, grandfather, and brother and will be missed by all who knew him.
He was preceded in death...
Eric C. Jones
Jun 22, 2023
Eric C. “Little Man”, Jones, 32, of Benton, departed this life on June 22, 2023, at his mother's home.
He was born on January 2, 1991, in Cleveland, Tennessee to the late Duncan E. Jones and his mother, Sharleen Hewitt Jones Wall.
Eric was previously a volunteer for the West Polk County Fire & Rescue. He was an avid outdoorsman...
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