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.

Betty Linton

Betty Linton

December 24, 2010

Betty Linton, 53, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Friday, December 24, 2010, at North Mississippi Medical Center - Iuka. She enjoyed spending time with her family, and offering help and comfort to anyone who needed it. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Sunday, December 26 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Glen. Funeral services are scheduled for 1...

Charles Dwayne Evans

Charles Dwayne Evans

December 20, 2010

Charles Dwayne Evans, 69, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, December 20, 2010, at the Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, MS. Mr. Evans graduated from Smithville High School in 1958. He then earned his B. S., M.Ed., and Educational Specialist degrees from Mississippi State University. Charles was an educator and began his teaching career in Shannon. He also taught...

Margie Smith

Margie Smith

December 19, 2010

Margie Smith, 85, of Hickory Valley, TN (formerly of Memphis, TN and Iuka, MS), died Sunday, December 19, 2010, at Pine Meadows in Bolivar, TN. She enjoyed her flowers and gardening, and also enjoyed sewing, painting, and cooking. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 8 PM on Monday, December 20 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are...

G.D. Jones

G.D. Jones

December 18, 2010

Bro. G.D. Jones, 85, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, December 18, 2010, at his residence. He was a member of Iuka Baptist Church, and an U.S. Army veteran of WWII. He was a recently retired senior's pastor. He served the Lord by ministering and visiting people. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, and feeding his birds. Visitation is scheduled for 4...

Russel D. Wright

Russel D. Wright

December 16, 2010

Russel D. Wright, 72, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, December 16, 2010, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. He enjoyed riding his Harley motorcycle, fishing, and gardening. He was a member of Mt. Moriah Baptist Church and retired from the dairy business. A devoted husband and wonderful father, he greatly enjoyed spending time with his family. Visitation...

Iner Shields

Iner Shields

December 16, 2010

Iner (Bunt) Shields, 80, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, December 16, 2010, at the Tishomingo Community Living Center in Iuka. Visitation is scheduled for 6:00 until 9:00 p.m., Friday, December 17, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 3:00 p.m., Saturday, December 18, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka, officiated by Bro. Roger Pounders...

Milton Weaver

Milton Weaver

December 15, 2010

Milton (Buddy) Weaver, 76, of Memphis, TN (formerly of Cherokee, AL) died Wednesday, December 15, 2010, at Methodist North Hospital in Memphis. After graduation from Cherokee High School and the University of North Alabama, he moved to Memphis and worked as an accountant until retirement. He enjoyed his family, his pets, and Alabama football. Visitation is scheduled for 4:00...

James C. Ledgewood

James C. Ledgewood

December 13, 2010

James C. Ledgewood, 81, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, December 13, 2010, at Southern Magnolia Estates in Iuka. He was retired from the U.S. Army and had also served in the Air Force during World War II. While in the Army, SFC Ledgewood fought in the Korean War and was honored with outstanding service medals and awards, including the...

Ara Pearl Amerson

Ara Pearl Amerson

December 8, 2010

Ara Pearl Amerson Ara Pearl Amerson, 86, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Wednesday, December 8, 2010, at her residence. She was a lover of Christ, and was a member of the Church of Christ since 1951. She was a lifelong homemaker and loving mother. Visitation is scheduled for 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Friday, December 10, at Berea Church of Christ....

Pearl Tuders

Pearl Tuders

December 6, 2010

Pearl Tuders, 85, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, December 06, 2010, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Tuesday, December 7 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 11 AM on Wednesday, December 8, 2010, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka, officiated by Rev. Aubrey Boren. Interment...

Wilmer A. Hudson

Wilmer A. Hudson

December 6, 2010

Wilmer A. (Bill) Hudson, 98, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, December 06, 2010, at his residence. He was a member of Snowdown United Methodist Church. He hauled logs, loved farming, and later worked as a mechanic for his brother. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Tuesday, December 7 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services...

Tomie H. Lambert

Tomie H. Lambert

December 5, 2010

Tomie H. Lambert, 96, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, December 4, 2010, at the Tishomingo Community Living Center. He was a member of Harmony Hill Baptist Church, and formerly worked in the timber industry. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and gardening. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Monday, December 6, at Cutshall Funeral Home in...

Roger F. Johns

Roger F. Johns

December 5, 2010

Roger Freeman Johns, II, 63, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, December 12, 2010, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. He was a member of Jackson Camp Baptist Church where he served as Music Director and Adult Sunday School teacher. He was a U. S. Marine Corps veteran, and was a veteran of the Vietnam Conflict. He was...

Zelma Ramsey

Zelma Ramsey

December 1, 2010

Zelma Ramsey Zelma Ramsey, 89, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Wednesday, December 1, 2010, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. She was a lifetime member of the Iuka United Methodist Church, and enjoyed spending time with her family. Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 a.m., Friday, December 3, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka. Visitation will be...

Bobby Dale Walker

Bobby Dale Walker

December 1, 2010

Bobby Dale Walker, 74, of Elgin, IL, formerly of Iuka, MS, died Wednesday, December 1, 2010, at Rainbow Hospice Ark in Park Ridge, Illinois. He was a U. S. Army veteran and retired from Chicago Northwestern Railroad. Visitation is scheduled for 4:00 until 8:00 p.m., Sunday, December 5, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for...

Homer Ray Grissom

Homer Ray Grissom

December 1, 2010

Homer Ray Grissom, 69, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Wednesday, December 1, 2010, at North Mississippi Medical Center - Tupelo. Surrounded by his family, Homer Ray Grissom went to be with the Lord after an extended battle with cancer. He was a member of Iuka First United Pentecostal Church. He worked for many years at Tyrone/Dana Corporation in Corinth, then...

Estene Reynolds

Estene Reynolds

November 28, 2010

Estene Reynolds, 83, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, November 28, 2010, at North Mississippi Medical Center - Iuka. She was a member of Pleasant Grove Church of Christ, and was retired from Genesco after 33 years of service. She enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren, and loved taking care of people. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until...

Brenda Clark Balentine

Brenda Clark Balentine

November 26, 2010

Brenda Clark Balentine Brenda Clark Balentine, 59, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, November 25, 2010, at her residence. She enjoyed reading and talking with family on the telephone. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m, Friday, November 26, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 3:00 p.m., Saturday, November 27, at Cutshall Funeral Home...

Linda Boggs

Linda Boggs

November 25, 2010

Linda Boggs, 63, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, November 25, 2010, at her residence surrounded by her family and friends. She was born June 2, 1947 to James and Beatrice Adcock. She was a retired LPN and truly lover her job. Any family and friends are welcome to come and visit at the home of Don Boggs on Saturday,...

Oneal Brown

Oneal Brown

November 24, 2010

Oneal Brown, 76, of Iuka, Mississippi, died November 24, 2010, at his residence. He was an U.S. Navy submariner and veteran, and served during the Korean Conflict. He was also a Mason. He was an overall hard worker, and enjoyed fishing, camping, and gardening. Following cremation, a private memorial service will be held at a later date. Cutshall Funeral...

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