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.

Imogene W. Davis

Imogene W. Davis

October 18, 2011

Imogene W. Davis, 83, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Tuesday, October 18, 2011, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. She attended Harmony United Methodist Church. She retired from the J. Barry Finch Law Office where she worked as a secretary for many years. She enjoyed genealogy, camping, and quilting. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Wednesday,...

Wilma Lophez Marlar

Wilma Lophez Marlar

October 17, 2011

Wilma Marlar, 86, of Corinth, Mississippi, formerly of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, October 17, 2011, at the Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, MS. She was a retired cosmetologist. Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 a.m., Thursday, October 20, graveside at South Crossroads Cemetery. Interment will follow in South Crossroads Cemetery. Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka, MS is entrusted...

Peggy Williamson

Peggy Williamson

October 15, 2011

Peggy Williamson, 72, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, October 15, 2011, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. She loved being active in her church, and spending time with her family. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Sunday, October 16 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 1 PM on Monday, October 17, 2011,...

Farrah Frazier O'Toole

Farrah Frazier O'Toole

October 13, 2011

Farrah Frazier O’Toole, 25, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, October 13, 2011, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. She was a member of Yellow Creek Baptist Church, and was a 2005 graduate of Tishomingo County High School. She enjoyed her job as a cosmetologist, but most of all, loved spending time with her family and children. Visitation is...

Rock Caston

Rock Caston

October 10, 2011

Rock Caston, 61, of Glen, Mississippi, died Monday, October 10, 2011, at his residence. He was an avid mechanic that enjoyed working on anything. He enjoyed fishing, playing his guitar, and being with his family and grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Thursday, October 13 Cutshall Funeral Home in Glen. Funeral services are scheduled for...

Linda Ross Brown

Linda Ross Brown

October 9, 2011

Linda Sue Ross Brown, 65, of Rogersville, Alabama, formerly of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, October 9, 2011, at the Eliza Coffee Memorial Hospital. She worked for 18 years as a medical transcriptionist and was the former owner and operator of Sheffield Florist and the Willow Tree Florist and Antique Shop in Athens, AL. Funeral services are scheduled for 4:00...

Ruth E. Vess

Ruth E. Vess

October 7, 2011

Ruth Elizabeth Vess, 87, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, October 7, 2011, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. She was a committed Christian and a member of New Prospect Baptist Church. She was a retired factory worker, and a dedicated mother, grandmother, and friend. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Saturday, October 8, at Cutshall...

Harold L. Thomas

Harold L. Thomas

October 6, 2011

Harold Lloyd Thomas, 82, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, October 6, 2011, at the Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. He was born October 13, 1928, to General Clark and Pauline Swann Thomas. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Friday, October 7, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 a.m., Saturday, October...

James W. Burns

James W. Burns

October 5, 2011

James W. Burns, 85, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Wednesday, October 5, 2011, at his residence. No calling hours or services. The body will be cremated. Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka, MS is entrusted with arrangements. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Christine Burns of Iuka; 5 children; 1 brother and sister, both from Iuka; and numerous...

Cameron Bernal

Cameron Bernal

October 2, 2011

Cameron Bernal, 19, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, October 02, 2011, on Highway 364 in Prentiss County as the result of an automobile accident. He was a 2011 graduate of Tishomingo County High School, and was currently attending Northeast Mississippi Community College. He enjoyed playing soccer,skateboarding, driving, basketball and spending time with children and those he loved. He was...

Jimmy Wayne Marlar

Jimmy Wayne Marlar

September 30, 2011

Jimmy Wayne Marlar, 67, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, September 30, 2011, at Magnolia Regional Health Center - Corinth. He was a member of Burnsville Church of Christ. He was a transport officer for the Tishomingo County Sheriff’s Department of many years, and loved spending time with his family. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Saturday,...

Oscar Hamm

Oscar Hamm

September 24, 2011

Oscar Clinton Hamm, 89, of Southaven, Mississippi, died Saturday, September 24, 2011, at his residence. He was the last of nine children of Wes and Amy Hamm. He was a veteran of WWII, and a member of Whitehaven Baptist Church. Visitation is scheduled for 12 Noon until 2 PM on Tuesday, September 27 at Cutshall Funeral Home. Funeral services...

Elma G. Knickerbocker

Elma G. Knickerbocker

September 24, 2011

Elma G. Butler Knickerbocker, 89, of Iuka, Mississippi, formerly of Youngsville, Pennsylvania, died Saturday, September 24, 2011, at the Tishomingo Community Living Center. She was born June 13, 1922 in Chicago, IL, and resided in Youngsville, PA until 2008 when she moved to Iuka. She was a devout Catholic and a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church. She was...

Merle Nelson

Merle Nelson

September 24, 2011

Merle L. Nelson, 87, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, September 24, 2011, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Mr. Nelson was a member of the Iuka United Methodist Church and a U. S. Air Force veteran of WWII and the Korean Conflict, having served as both a pilot and an instructor. He earned a Bachelors Degree in...

Afton Minga

Afton Minga

September 23, 2011

Mary Afton Weaver Minga, 85, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, September 23, 2011, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Mrs. Minga was born March 31, 1926, to William and Ada Todd Weaver in Monroe County near Amory, MS. She accepted Christ as her savior at age 14, joined Amory Baptist Church, and was baptized there. She graduated...

Gladys Lovelace

Gladys Lovelace

September 22, 2011

Gladys Lovelace, 91, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, September 22, 2011, at her residence. She was a member of the Iuka United Methodist Church and an avid reader. Visitation is scheduled for 4:00 until 8:00 p.m., Sunday, September 25, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 a.m., Monday, September 26, at Cutshall Funeral Home...

Henry E. Bell

Henry E. Bell

September 21, 2011

Henry E. Bell, 84, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Wednesday, September 21, 2011, at his residence. He was a member of Iuka Gospel Chapel and retired from American General Insurance Company. Visitation is scheduled for 2:00 until 7:00 p.m., Saturday, September 24, at Iuka Gospel Chapel in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 7:00 p.m., Saturday, September 24, at Iuka...

Eunice Gardner Guinn

Eunice Gardner Guinn

September 16, 2011

Eunice Gardner Guinn, 95, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, September 16, 2011, at North Mississippi Medical Center - Iuka. She was born on March 24, 1916 in Tishomingo County, MS, to Richard and Sally Gardner. She was a member of Iuka Baptist Church, and was a homemaker and quilt maker. Visitation is scheduled for 12 Noon until 2 PM...

Doug Timbes

Doug Timbes

September 16, 2011

Doug Timbes, 89, of Tishomingo, Mississippi, died Friday, September 16, 2011, at Magnolia Regional Health Center - Corinth. He was a member of Tishomingo Baptist Church. He loved and enjoyed basketball among all things, except his wife, Effie, whom he loved the most. Visitation is scheduled for 11 AM until 1 PM on Tuesday, September 20 at Tishomingo Baptist...

James "Jim" E. Marlar, Sr.

James "Jim" E. Marlar, Sr.

September 11, 2011

James “Jim” Marlar, Sr, 47, Burnsville, Mississippi, Sunday, September 11, 2011, at his residence. He enjoyed hunting, fixing guns, and gardening. A memorial service will be held at 10 AM on Friday, September 16, 2011 at Antioch Freewill Baptist Church. Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka, MS is entrusted with arrangements. He is survived by his mother, Annie Mae Braddock...

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