With broken hearts, and beautiful memories, we will choose to celebrate the life of
Taylor Wade Cannon, born June 3, 2003. Taylor met his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ face to face and was reunited with his beloved Papa Ron on January 1, 2024.
Taylor, 20, was known for his love of others, his willingness to serve all those around...
Billy Ray Curtis Rowland, a beloved member of the Benton community, passed away on January 1, 2024, at the age of 62. Born on April 16, 1961, in Athens, TN, Billy was the son of the late Phyllis Faudine and James Sherman Rowland. He is preceded in death by a loving brother Mickey Rowland and loving sister Debbie Rowland Swallows.
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Peggy June (Parker) Blackmon died after a courageous fight against cancer on Monday, January 1, 2024, in Decatur, Tennessee. Peggy was the third child born to parents Lloyd and Betty (Parker) Rice on July 30, 1952, in Troy, New York.
Peggy lived in the Albany, New York area and later moved to Cayuga, New York. Peggy graduated from Union Springs...
Jack Dempsey Zervas, 82, a beloved resident of Cleveland for 21 years, passed away on December 31, 2023. Known for his love of country music, NASCAR, and cherished moments with family, Jack's vibrant spirit touched the lives of many.
Despite his stubborn and opinionated nature, Jack was remembered for his kindness and generosity, always willing to offer both his time and...
Carl Vernon Rue, 83, of Athens TN, passed away on Sunday, December 31, 2023, following a long illness, at his residence in Athens.
He was born on February 21, 1940 in Athens to the late Austin and Pearl Rue. He was a Decorated Veteran of the US Army and Vietnam War and a member of the Miracle Deliverance Tabernacle.
He...
Willie Ruth Rapier, 93, of Cleveland, Tennessee passed away on Sunday, December 31, 2023. Willie was born on April 2, 1930, in Cleveland to the late Walter and Lucille Link. Willie was a dedicated housewife and full-time mother. She was a devout Christian and lifelong member of Pine Hill Church of God. In her spare time, she enjoyed cooking and...
Elmer Ernest Green, Jr. better known as Ernie Green was born in Chattanooga, TN on July 25, 1945, and entered into God's glory on December 31, 2023 in Apison TN with his family at his side. He was 78 years old. Ernie was of Christian faith and had a personal relationship with Jesus. Dad/Papaw will be truly missed.
Ernie graduated...
In Loving Memory of Raymond Cecil Caldwell Sr.
Raymond Cecil Caldwell Sr. of Charleston, TN, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2023, at the age of 77. He was born on August 1, 1946, in Cleveland, TN. Raymond was a hardworking man who dedicated his life to his family. He proudly obtained his high school diploma and later retired from...
Patsy Wilson Loudermilk, 83, went home to be with the Lord on 12-31-23. She was a member of Philippi Baptist Church. She loved cooking and baking for the youth of the church, and singing in the Choir. She also loved gardening in the summertime. She worked as a lunch lady at Arnold School for many years and loved each and...
Jack Alan Geyer, 90, was called home to be with the Lord on December 31, 2023.
He was born on April 26, 1933 in Buffalo, NY and graduated from Bennett High School in 1951. He was a committed swimmer all four years of his high school career, winning the city high school championship in 1950. He was offered a swimming...