August 29, 2023

Micah Bivins, 38, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Tuesday, August 29, 2023, in his home. He graduated from Tishomingo County High School in 2003 and then made the decision to join the military. Micah was a disabled veteran of the United States Army, and while enlisted, he was 101st Air Borne and served in Baghdad, Iraq. In his free time,...

August 28, 2023

Betty Jo McMasters of Corinth, MS passed away on Monday, August 28, 2023, at her home. Born in Muhlenburg County on July 29, 1939 to the late Roy Lee Moore and Kattie Bell Moore. Betty worked at Champion Parts Rebuilders as a carb tester in Chicago, IL. She is preceded in death by her husband, Clifford McMasters; her parents,...

August 26, 2023

Billy Long, 62, of Tishomingo, MS, died on Saturday, August 26, 2023, at his residence. Billy enjoyed farming, his cattle, and spending time with his family. He is surived by his wife, Julia Long; his children, James Long (Chantel), Zach Long (Brandi), Daniel Akers (SanTanna), Mac Long (Tara), Tyler Long (Ashleigh), Erika Long, and Lorenzo Braxton; his grandchildren, Caleb...

August 24, 2023

Glenda Bailey Hendrix, 88, of Tishomingo, Mississippi, died on Thursday, August 24, 2023, in her home. Glenda was of the Baptist faith, read her Bible religiously, and loved attending services at South Crossroads Baptist Church and Jackson Camp Baptist Church. In her free time, she enjoyed reading, studying her genealogy, and creating artwork. Her favorite books were cookbooks, and...

August 22, 2023

Gloria Roberts “GoGo” McDonald, 92, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on August 22, 2023, at her residence. GoGo was retired from International Harvester, Memphis Works and was a member of Patrick Methodist Church. In her free time, she enjoyed swimming, water skiing, traveling, and spending her winters in Florida. GoGo is survived by her sons, Gary McDonald (Kathy) and Robert...

August 16, 2023

Linda June Whitehurst Moore, 83, passed away on August 16, 2023, at Methodist-Lebonheur Germantown Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee, following a brief illness. Linda was married for nearly 60 years to H.L . “Popcorn” Moore, gamely tolerating (for the most part) his practical jokes, general nonsense and endless shenanigans over those many years. Linda enjoyed flowers, watching and caring for...

August 15, 2023

Lonnie Carroll Davis, Sr., 80, of Iuka, Mississippi, departed this life on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, at his residence. Over the years, Lonnie worked as a truck driver, heavy equipment operator, and heavy equipment mechanic. He enjoyed traveling, fishing, and working on anything with a motor. Lonnie is survived by his wife of 25 years, Brenda Davis; his two...

August 8, 2023

Earlene Browning, 93, of Tishomingo, MS, passed away Tuesday, August 8, 2023. She was born October 26, 1929, to Herbert and Odie Southward. She graduated from Tishomingo High School. Earlene worked as a seamstress at Blue Bell Garment Factory until she became a full-time homemaker to raise her daughter and support her husband on their farm. She was blessed...

August 7, 2023

Dannie Lee Davis, 98, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died on Monday, August 7, 2023, at her grand-daughter’s house. For over 20 years, Mrs. Dannie was a member of Berea Church of Christ and was very active. She jumped at the chance to help out anytime she was able, whether it was getting the Lord’s Supper ready, cooking for different events,...

August 6, 2023

Rita Ables Johnson Nixon, 83, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Sunday, August 6, 2023, at her residence. Rita was born on August 26, 1939, to Alphus V. and Lera M. Ables in Tishomingo County, MS. She graduated from high school in 1958 with honors and was a member of the band and the basketball team. Then, she went on...

August 5, 2023

James Ronald “Ronnie” Scott, 75, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, August 5, 2023, at his residence. Ronnie was a U. S. Army veteran and served in Vietnam from 1967 through 1969. He retired from Southern Railroad and enjoyed fishing and scuba diving. He also enjoyed metal detecting and spending time with his grandsons. He is survived by a daughter, Amy...

August 3, 2023

James Frank Hollingsworth, III, 63, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, August 3, 2023, at his residence. Mr. Hollingsworth was of the Baptist faith. He loved fishing and spending time outdoors. He is survived by two sisters, Tamara Pagitt and Christine Marshall; and one brother, Gene Sams. He was preceded in death by his parents, James, Jr. and Joan Leffler...

August 3, 2023

Patricia Jean Ford, 64, of Booneville, Mississippi, peacefully died on Thursday, August 3, 2023, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, surrounded by loved ones. Patricia was a loving, hardworking mother who enjoyed crossword puzzles and watching Westerns on TV. She is survived by a son, Cameron Ford. She was preceded in death by her son, Jasson Ford; her...

July 30, 2023

Billy Eugene Ginn, 92, of Cherokee, Alabama, died on Sunday, July 30, 2023, in his home. Mr. Billy was a member of Asphalt Rock Baptist Church and an ordained deacon since 1951, and he assisted numerous churches as a deacon throughout the years. He served several years in the United States Army in the 8th Army, 10th Corps, and 196th...

July 30, 2023

Annette Weaver, 66, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Sunday, July 30, 2023, in her home. Annette was a member of Unity Baptist Church for several years and loved attending when she was able. For most of her life, Annette was a caregiver, either as a nurse’s aide or a home health aide. She loved flowers and anything to do...

July 21, 2023

Glenn Stewart Whitlock, 66, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, July 21, 2023, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Glenn graduated from the North Mississippi Law Enforcement Training Center and spent a long career in law enforcement. Over the years, he served as a patrolman and assistant chief of police with the Iuka Police Department and was also...

July 19, 2023

Robert George “Bob” Grammer, 83, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Wednesday, July 19, 2023, at his residence. Bob was a longtime member of Spring Hill Methodist Church and loved attending for many years. He served in the United Stated Navy for four years on the U.S.S. Essex and was a member of the V.A. 106 Squadron. Bob was a...

July 19, 2023

Mary Jo Nunley, 80, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Wednesday, July 19, 2023, at her residence. Mrs. Nunley was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah in Iuka and was a former dispatcher for TVA. She was a wonderful cook who could find beauty in everything. She loved hummingbirds and caring for her rose bushes and flowers. She loved...

July 13, 2023

Devin Norman, 34, of Booneville, MS, died on Thursday, July 13, 2023, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. He was a licensed cosmetologist at Crossroads Hairitage in Corinth, and a huge supporter of the theatre arts. Devin also enjoyed singing, reading, crystals, astrology, and was a huge cat lover. He is survived by his father, Rusty Norman (Kathie);...

July 13, 2023

Dorothy Bacon Farr, of Iuka, Mississippi, departed this life on Thursday, July 13, 2023. She was born June 16, 1943, to the late Thomas F. and Blanche Biggs Bacon. Dorothy graduated from Iuka High School with highest honors at the age of 16. She was active in all the school functions, winning special recognition in many areas.

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