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.
Mamie Leo Nichols
January 20, 2012
Mamie Leo Nichols, 93, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, January 20, 2012, at Carrington House in Iuka. She was born October 22, 1918 in Tishomingo County to Lee and Ruth Broughton. She married Leonard Nichols in 1939, and had four children. She was a teacher and began her teaching career at Central School and Hubbard Salem School in Tishomingo...
Wilton "Buddy" Calley
January 20, 2012
Wilton “Buddy” Calley, 80, of Florence, AL (formerly of Iuka, MS), died January 20, 2012, at Glenwood Rehab & Convalescent Center in Florence. He was an U.S. Army veteran of the Korean Conflict, and a retired iron worker. He enjoyed gardening and fishing. Visitation is scheduled for 6 until 8 PM on Sunday, January 22 at Cutshall Funeral Home...
Delma Patrick Bonds
January 17, 2012
Delma Patrick Bonds, 90, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Tuesday, January 17, 2012, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. She was a member of Mt. Moriah Baptist Church. She was famous locally for making her special dinner rolls for everyone. She enjoyed gardening, her flowers, and spending time with her family. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM...
Connie M. Osborn
January 16, 2012
Connie M. Osborn, 78, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Monday, January 16, 2012, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Booneville, MS. She was a member of Antioch Freewill Baptist Church, and taught Bible study classes at her home for many years. She was retired from Irwin B. Schwabe Co. in Paden, MS, and was also a homemaker. She enjoyed reading and...
Pamela Marlar Horner
January 13, 2012
Pamela Jo Marlar Horner, 47, of Michie, Tennessee, died Friday, January 13, 2012, in Iuka, Mississippi. She was a member of Church of the Crossroads in Corinth. She was a phlebotomist at the West Clinic in Corinth. Her children were her life, and she also loved her dogs. Visitation is scheduled for 4:00 until 8:00 p.m., Saturday, January 14,...
Jewel Edmondson
January 13, 2012
Jewel Christine Page Edmondson, 89, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, January 13, 2012, at Southern Magnolia Estates in Iuka. She was a member of Mt. Glory Baptist Church, where she formerly served as church secretary and Youth Sunday School teacher. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star and the Tishomingo County Retired Teachers’ Association. She...
Lisa Dean
January 13, 2012
Lisa Diane Dean, 47, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, January 13, 2012, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. She was a member of Fifth Street Baptist Church and a cosmetologist. She enjoyed reading and spending time with her grandchildren. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 17, at Fifth Street Baptist Church, officiated by Bro....
Lephane "Smitty" Smith
December 30, 2011
Lephane “Smitty” Smith, 57, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Friday, December 30, 2011, at his residence. He was a former auto mechanic and painter. He enjoyed life. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka, MS is entrusted with arrangements. He is survived by 3 brothers, Jimmy Smith of Horn Lake, MS, Victor...
Myra Barnes
December 30, 2011
Myra Barnes, 58, of Iuka, Mississippi, died December 30, 2011, at her residence. She was a very active member of Harmony United Methodist Church, where she previously was a Sunday School teacher, and led the UMYF. She was a caring a dedicated registered nurse for many years, and truly cared about her patients. She loved spending time with her...
Odell Bullard
December 30, 2011
William Odell Bullard, 88, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, December 30, 2011, at his residence. He was a member of Patrick United Methodist Church and a U. S. Army veteran of WWII. He retired from Intex Plastics in Corinth, MS. He was a life-long farmer, and enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled for 3:00 until 6:00...
Albert Lee Glover
December 29, 2011
Albert Lee Glover, 88, of Iuka, Mississippi, passed from this life on Thursday, December 29, 2011. He was a U. S. Army veteran of WWII, serving in the Pacific along with his brother, John D. Glover. He retired from Intex Plastics and TVA. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He loved wildlife and the outdoors....
Rayma L. Biggs
December 23, 2011
Rayma L. Biggs, 95, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, December 23, 2011, at her residence. She was a school teacher in Tishomingo and Alcorn counties, and retired after 39 years. She enjoyed researching her family genealogy. Visitation is scheduled for 1 until 3 PM on Monday, December 26 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for...
Eula Faye Wadkins Martin
December 22, 2011
Eula Faye Wadkins Martin, 78, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, December 22, 2011, at North Mississippi Medical Center - Iuka. She was a homemaker, and a beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She enjoyed gardening, canning, baking, and taking care of her flowers. She loved spending time with her family and friends, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Visitation...
Mary Magalene Whitehurst
December 20, 2011
Mary Magalene Whitehurst, 77, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Tuesday, December 20, 2011, at her residence. She retired from Tishomingo Shoe Company after 32 years of employment. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled for 4:00 until 9:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 21, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Thursday, December...
Angie Deaton
December 20, 2011
Angie Deaton, 52, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Tuesday, December 20, 2011, at her residence. She was a member of Grace Bible Church in Iuka, and was a former cosmetologist. Visitation is scheduled for 4:00 until 9:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 21, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 10:00 a.m., Thursday, December 22, at Cutshall Funeral...
O'Neal Dickerson
December 18, 2011
O’Neal Dickerson, 82, of Iuka, Mississippi (formerly of Memphis and Michie, TN), died Sunday, December 18, 2011, at Southern Magnolia Estates in Iuka. He was an U.S. Air Force veteran of the Korean Conflict, and enjoyed reading. Visitation is scheduled for 6 until 8 PM on Tuesday, December 20 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled...
Fred Gorski
December 17, 2011
Ferdinand L. “Fred” Gorski, 83, of Glen, Mississippi, formerly of Chicago, Illinois, died Saturday, December 17, 2011, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, MS. He was a member of St. James Catholic Church in Corinth, MS. He was a U. S. Army veteran of WWII and served as a paratrooper in the 11th Airborne Division. He was a...
Judy K. Ezell
December 14, 2011
Judy Kay Ezell, 65, of Tishomingo, Mississippi, died Wednesday, December 14, 2011, at her residence. She loved her grandchildren and working in her flower gardens. Visitation is scheduled for 6:00 until 9:00 p.m., Saturday, December 17, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m., Sunday, December 18, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka,...
L. B. Whitehead
December 12, 2011
LB Whitehead, 82, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, December 12, 2011, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home in Iuka. He retired from Mississippi Department of Transportation as a carpenter after 23 ½ years and was a member of Robert G. Smith Lodge #412 F & AM. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 13, 2011, at Cutshall...
Edd Mcmeans
December 4, 2011
Edd McMeans, 93, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, December 4, 2011, at North Mississippi Medical Center - Iuka. He was an U.S. Army veteran of WWII, and was a member of Fairview Community Church for many years. He enjoyed watch St. Louis Cardinals baseball games. Visitation is scheduled for 4 until 8 PM on Tuesday, December 6 at Cutshall...