OBITUARIES
Recent Obituaries in Mississippi
The obituaries in the Tishomingo County and Alcorn County area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity of Mississippi's history and identity.
Timothy Howard "Tim" Lovelady
May 27, 2026
Timothy Howard "Tim" Lovelady, 58, of Tishomingo, Mississippi, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, in his home. He was born in Olive Branch, Mississippi on December 31, 1967. Tim owned his own shop in Olive Branch, MS before moving his family for a quieter life in Tishomingo, MS. Shortly after, he started working at Main Street Cycle as a...
Laura Rebecca Storment
May 22, 2026
Laura Rebecca Storment, 88, of Tishomingo, Mississippi, passed away on Friday, May 22, 2026, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. She was a longtime member of Highland Baptist Church and loved attending and helping with church activities when she was able. Laura was an avid reader, reading everything from her bible to fiction novels, and she was even a...
David A. Powers
May 19, 2026
David A. Powers, born September 23, 1943, passed into the arms of his Lord on May 19, 2026. For most of his adult life, he worked in logging and as a truck driver, where he was fondly known as "Bootlegger". His greatest passion was cooking and feeding family and friends and listening to his Bible tapes. He was of the...
Mary Alice Grisham
May 17, 2026
Mary Alice Grisham was born on July 6, 1964, to Clarence Elmer Grisham, Sr and his wife, Mary Helen. She lived in Iuka most of her life, where she spent as much time as possible with family and friends. Mary was a devoted mother and grandmother, and was excited to welcome her first great-grandchild, whom she sadly never got to...
Richard Warner Rudolph, Sr.
May 15, 2026
Richard W. Rudolph Sr., 88, passed peacefully into eternal rest surrounded by the love of his family after a life marked by devotion, hard work, faith, and unwavering love for his wife and children.
Richard was born to a generation that valued family, faith, and honest labor, principles he carried with him throughout his entire life. He was the beloved husband...
Donnie Edgar Lambert, Sr.
May 8, 2026
Donnie Edgar Lambert, Sr. 64, lovingly known as “Big D” and “Uncle D,” passed away at his home on May 8, 2026. Born on July 9, 1961, in Chicago, IL Donnie lived a life marked by laughter, kindness, and deep love for those around him.
Donnie was a devoted husband to Debbie Hazel-Lambert and a proud Father to Donnie Edgar Lambert,...
Marcell Senter
May 7, 2026
Vivian Marcell Senter, 78, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2026, surrounded by her loving family and friends.
Born on July 7, 1947, Marcell grew up in Smithville and graduated from Smithville High School. She devoted her life to her family, her faith, and her community. She was a longtime member of Harmony Methodist Church and an active member of The...
Aprilann Rose
May 3, 2026
Aprilann L. Rose, 50, of Iuka, Mississippi, passed away on May 3, 2026, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. She was born April 21, 1976, in Ogden, Utah, where she grew up working on her grandfather’s mink farm. Aprilann loved spending time outdoors camping and being on the water. She had a deep love for animals, especially her...
Velma L Stover
April 29, 2026
Velma L. Stover, 84, of Iuka, Mississippi, passed away, Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. She was a faithful member of First Missionary Baptist Church and loved attending when she was able. Velma loved her family and cherished the time she got to spend with all of them, but especially with her favorite grandson, Rickey.
Velma...
Lola Branum
April 27, 2026
Lola Goss Branum, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished member of the Iuka community, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2026, in her hometown of Iuka, Mississippi, surrounded by her family. Born on November 3, 1941, she lived a life that touched many with her warmth, kindness, and spirited love for family and life’s simple pleasures.
Lola’s life was deeply rooted...
Margie Erline Messner
April 27, 2026
Margie Erline Messner, 87, of Tishomingo, Mississippi, passed away Monday, April 27, 2026, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. Erline was an incredibly kind and thoughtful woman that made friends with everyone she came across. Even on her toughest days, her smile never faltered, and she always tried to take care of others. She was a fantastic cook and...
Louise Charbauski
April 23, 2026
Louise Charbauski, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, peacefully passed away on April 23, 2026, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, Mississippi. Born on March 11, 1963, in Sheffield, Alabama, Louise spent her life cherishing moments with those she loved most.
Louise's greatest pride and joy was her family, whom she held close to her heart. She was...
Richard G. "Rick" Grisham
April 18, 2026
Richard G. “Rick” Grisham, 70, of Iuka, Mississippi, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, April 18, 2026, after a long battle with his health.
Rick was a great man that loved his family, his friends, and his sports. He was proud of his hard work and athleticism and even prouder that it passed down to his children and grandchildren. He...
Margaret Ilese Underwood
April 18, 2026
Margaret Ilese Underwood, age 82, was born April 12, 1944, in Tishomingo, Mississippi, to John and Ercell Blunt Underwood. The youngest of ten children, she was lovingly known as “Marg" to her siblings and "Aunt Marg" to her many nieces and nephews. She graduated from Tishomingo High School in 1961 and followed in the footsteps of her sister, Ursula, and...
Shirley Lambert Walters
April 18, 2026
Shirley Lambert Walters, born on November 3, 1942, in Iuka, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2026, in her hometown of Iuka. She was a beloved woman known for her many talents and kind spirit.
Shirley was a person who found joy in simple pleasures. She loved gardening and spent many hours nurturing her plants. Canning the fruits of her...
David Durham
April 16, 2026
James David Durham, 72,of Tishomingo, MS passed from this walks of life April 16, 2026 in Tupelo, MS. He leaves behind his wife of 49 years, Wanda Durham; a daughter, Kayla Upton (Shane) of Tishomingo, MS; one granddaughter, Kaylon Upton; one grandson, Logan Upton; a loyal companion, Ollie; his brothers, Wayne Durham of Iuka and Alvis Ray Durham (Marion) of...
Glenda Stewart
April 16, 2026
Glenda Stewart, a cherished member of her community and beloved family matriarch, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2026, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Born on April 20, 1947, in Memphis, Tennessee, Glenda’s life was marked by warmth, dedication, and a deep love for those around her.
A proud graduate of Humes High School, class of 1965, Glenda...
Ernest R Bullard, Sr.
April 15, 2026
Ernest Ralph Bullard, Sr., 89, of Iuka, Mississippi, passed away Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. Ernest was a veteran of the United States Army and was proud to have served his country. He loved the outdoors, and you could often find him on his pontoon at the lake, fishing, dove hunting, or riding his tractor. He...
Barbara Faye McAnally
April 13, 2026
Barbara Faye McAnally was born on September 18, 1948, in Tishomingo County, Mississippi. She peacefully passed away on April 13, 2026, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka.
Barbara lived a life filled with love and dedication to her family. She treasured her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. They were her proudest accomplishments and she treasured spending time with them. She...
William Matthew "Matt" Dexter
April 8, 2026
William Matthew “Matt” Dexter was born March 7, 1975, and departed this life April 8, 2026. Matt seldom met a stranger. Even in failing health, he kept in touch with those who shared a love for a man that saw good in everyone.
In a world of conflict and discord, Matt had an innate ability to be in harmony with his...

