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 P. Spain
September 20, 2012
Lt. Col. Timothy P. Spain, U. S. Army, Ret., 67, of Iuka, Mississippi, formerly of Memphis, Tennessee, died Thursday, September 20, 2012, at his residence. Mr. Spain retired as a Lieutenant Colonel from the U. S. Army. He was also an Army Ranger, and served in Vietnam, Panama, Germany, West Point, Ft. Lewis, Ft. Benning, Ft. McClellan, and several...
Linda Rye
September 20, 2012
Linda Carson Rye, 71, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, September 20, 2012, at her residence. She was a member of the Iuka Baptist Church. She was retired from Genesco after 30 years of service, and then later retired from Iuka Discount Drugs after 15 years of service there. She was an avid Ole Miss fan, and loved watching Ole...
Jan Mcmahan
September 18, 2012
Jan McMahan, 37, of Corinth, Mississippi, died Tuesday, September 18, 2012, at Baptist Memorial Hospital - Oxford. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Thursday, September 20, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Glen. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m., Friday, September 21, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Glen, officiated by Bro. Jimmy Daniel. Interment will follow...
Louise Sanderson
September 18, 2012
Anna Louise Miller Sanderson, 88, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Tuesday, September 18, 2012, at Southern Magnolia Estates in Iuka. Mrs. Sanderson was a member of the Iuka Baptist Church, which she loved dearly. She loved her Ladies Sunday School Class, and always loved her pastors. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Thursday, September 20, at the Iuka Baptist...
H.E. Barnes, Jr.
September 17, 2012
H.E. Barnes, Sr. 73, of Walnut, Mississippi, died Monday, September 17, 2012, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. He enjoyed fishing and hunting, and loved his family, especially his grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled to begin at 5 PM on Wednesday, September 19 and continuing until service time at Souls Harbor Church. Funeral services are scheduled for 2 PM...
Carolyn Gray Morgan
September 17, 2012
Carolyn Gray Morgan, 60, of Corinth, Mississippi, died Monday, September 17, 2012, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. She was an employee of Corinthian Arbors, and enjoyed making crafts. A memorial service will be held at 6 PM on Tuesday, September 18, 2012,at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka officiated by Bro. Steve Hodgin, Bro. Warren Jones,...
L. D. Phifer
September 17, 2012
L. D. Phifer, 87, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, September 17, 2012, at his residence. He was a member of Campground United Methodist Church. He worked for Chunky Chambers Ford, and was a retired game warden with the Mississippi State Game and Fish Commission. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 8 PM on Tuesday, September 18 at Cutshall Funeral...
Mary Jo Gross
September 16, 2012
Mary Jo Gross, 82, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, September 16, 2012, at the Tishomingo Community Living Center. Mrs. Gross was a member of the Iuka Church of Christ and a homemaker. She loved quilting, flower gardening, and spending time with her family. She also enjoyed crocheting, puzzles, and painting. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, September...
Tina L. Bullard
September 16, 2012
Tina Bullard, 47, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, September 16, 2012, at the Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, MS. She was a member of Mt. Evergreen United Methodist Church; and formerly worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse at the Tishomingo Community Living Center. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 18, at Cutshall Funeral Home...
Ray Solomon, Jr.
September 15, 2012
Earl Ray Solomon, Jr., 45, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, September 15, 2012, at his residence. He enjoyed fishing, and spending time with his son and family. Visitation is scheduled for 4 until 6 PM on Thursday, September 20 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. A memorial service will be held at 6 PM on Thursday, September 20, 2012...
Judy Walker
September 9, 2012
Judy Walker, 76, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, September 9, 2012, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home in Iuka. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka, MS is entrusted with arrangements. Survivors include her husband, Jim Walker of Iuka; 1 son – Jim Walker, Jr. (Lisa) of Corinth; 2 daughters – Debra...
Josephine Williams
September 4, 2012
Josephine Williams, 83, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Tuesday, September 04, 2012, at the Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. She enjoyed sewing and quilting. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Wednesday, September 5 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 3 PM on Thursday, September 6, 2012, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka,...
Janie Bullard
September 1, 2012
Shirley Jane “Janie” Bullard, 75, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, September 1, 2012, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Mrs. Bullard was a member of Fairview Community Church. She enjoyed hunting and fishing. Visitation is scheduled for 4:00 until 8:00 p.m., Monday, September 3, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m.,...
Lisa Ann Dean
August 29, 2012
Lisa Ann Masters Dean, 44, of Iuka, Mississippi, formerly of Anna-Jonesboro, Illinois, died Wednesday, August 29, 2012, at her residence. Lisa was an active member of the VFW and the American Legion. She was a homemaker, and enjoyed bingo and spending time with her family and friends. She especially loved being with her grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00...
Matt Scruggs
August 27, 2012
Matt Scruggs, 35, of Oakland, Tennessee, died Tuesday, August 28, 2012, at his residence. He was a member of Bellevue Baptist Church in Memphis TN and graduated from Muscle Shoals High School. Visitation is scheduled for 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Friday, August 31, 2012 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Graveside services are scheduled for 11:00 a.m., Saturday, September...
Becky Claunch
August 27, 2012
Becky Claunch, 58, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, August 27, 2012, at her residence. She was a member of Unity Baptist Church. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 8:00 p.m., Thursday, August 30th, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka, MS is entrusted with arrangements. Survivors include her husband, Neal Claunch of Iuka, her father,...
John Scott
August 27, 2012
John Scott, 55, of Corinth, Mississippi, died Monday, August 27, 2012, at the Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, MS. Mr. Scott was of the Baptist faith. He was employed as a farm hand and truck driver at Triple C Farms. He was formerly employed at TVA and at Milan Express Trucking Co. where he received the Two Million...
Robert "Sarge" Gregory
August 23, 2012
Sarge Gregory, 83, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, August 23, 2012, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. He was a member of Iuka Baptist Church. He was also retired from the United States Marine Corp, where he served in both the Korean Conflict and Vietnam, and also as a drill instructor. He was an avid collector of many...
J. D. Mitchell
August 19, 2012
James Donald “J. D.” Mitchell, 50, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, August 19, 2012, at the Tishomingo Community Living Center. Mr. Mitchell enjoyed fishing, watching movies, and spending time with his family. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m., Friday, August 24, at Jones Chapel C.M.E. Church, officiated by Rev. Charles McGaughy. Interment will follow in Shady Grove Cemetery....
Jerome West
August 18, 2012
Jerome West, 67, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, August 18, 2012, at his residence. He was retired from TVA, and was the adult softball director in Corinth with Parks and Recreation. He was an avid outdoorsman and sportsman. Visitation is scheduled for 4 until 8 PM on Sunday, August 19 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are...


