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.
Ronnie Lambert
December 22, 2023
Ronnie Lambert, 62, of Iuka, MS, passed away on Friday, December 22, 2023, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Ronnie enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, Hudson and Hattie, and also spending time with his family. He loved his church family and serving the Lord. Ronnie also loved scraping and woodworking. He is survived by his wife, Trish...
Rev. William Perry Murphy
December 22, 2023
On December 22, 2023, Rev. William Perry Murphy’s number was called at the age of 98. Anytime he was asked what he was doing, he would always answer,” Waiting on my number to be called.” He is walking and talking with the Lord now. His final wish was for his granddaughter, Rita, to take care of his beloved fur-babies, Mitzi...
Pauline Burns Cox
December 21, 2023
Pauline Burns Cox, 95, of Iuka, MS, died on Thursday, December 21, 2023, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. She enjoyed crocheting, making beaded jewelry, and sewing. Pauline was an avid bargain shopper and liked to listen to bluegrass and gospel music. She was a member of First Freewill Baptist Church. She was known for her world famous hush puppies,...
Jerrel Keele
December 16, 2023
Avis Jerrel Keele, 82, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Saturday, December 16, 2023, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Born March 23, 1941, Jerrel was a jack-of-all-trades. He was a former timber cutter, helped to build the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway, and later retired from World Color in Corinth. Jerrel was an avid outdoorsman and was known to many as...
James G. Reed, Jr. "Knothead" "Popeye"
December 13, 2023
James G. Reed, Jr. "Knothead" "Popeye", 57, of Burnsville, MS, passed away on Wednesday, December 13, 2023. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with his grandchildren. He is survived by his children, Kimberly Taylor (Blake), Raylene Blake (Eric), Tabitha Prine (Brent), and James "Trey" Reed, III; his grandchildren, Elissa, Jadyn, Jayce, Trevor, Tristan, Bayleigh, Madison, Travis, Miley, Laythan,...
Gerald Wade Crowe
December 12, 2023
Gerald Wade Crowe, 50, of Iuka, MS, passed away on Tuesday, December 12, 2023 in Virginia. He enjoyed riding his RZR, fixing cars and boats, taking boat rides, and enjoying different foods. He loved his family dearly and enjoyed spending time with them. He is survived by his wife, Bobbie Crowe; his children, Matthew Crowe (Christine), Alisha Fisk (Ben),...
James Edgar Wadkins
December 11, 2023
James Edgar Wadkins, 78, of Savannah, TN, passed away on Monday, December 11, 2023, at Magnolia Regional Health Center, surrounded by family. He was born on June 21, 1945 in Iuka, MS. He graduated from Iuka High School in 1965. James enjoyed tinkering, welding, and doing carpentry. He was excellent when it came to working with his hands. He...
Frankie Puckett
December 9, 2023
Frankie Puckett, 69, of Tuscumbia, Alabama, died on Saturday, December 9, 2023, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, MS. Frankie was a Christian by faith and loved adventure, great food, his family, and God. There were many different seasons of his life including iron working, logging, and trucking. Throughout his years, he also enjoyed duck hunting, fishing, antique...
Bro. Jimmy Robinson
December 8, 2023
Bro. Jimmy Robinson, 77, of Cullman, AL, died on Friday, December 8, 2023, at his residence. Jimmy enjoyed any and all things to do with Alabama Crimson Tide Football. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing. His family, especially his grandchildren, were his pride and joy. Jimmy was a minister from 1967 until his passing. He enjoyed doing revivals and...
Martha Farris Austin
December 8, 2023
Martha Farris Austin, 94, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 8, 2023. She was born in Tishomingo County on August 9, 1929. She was a devoted mother, sister, and grandmother. She was the last surviving child of Martha and Albert Farris. Martha is survived by her son Paul Farris Austin (Dustin Davis Austin); her grandson, Nathaniel Austin; and her...
Frances Louise Comer
December 2, 2023
Frances Louise Comer, 95, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Saturday, December 2, 2023, in her home. Mrs. Frances’ love of supervising people’s work made her especially handy. She could work on vehicles, help with construction, and do anything she set her mind to. She worked as a seamstress for the Iuka Shirt Factory for 35 years. Everyone that knew...
Benjamin Tyler Coker
November 29, 2023
Benjamin Tyler Coker, 26, of Iuka, Mississippi, passed away on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville. Benjamin dedicated a great amount of his time and energy to furthering his education. He graduated from Northeast Mississippi Community College with an associate’s degree and was currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in psychology and minor in sociology...
Donna Clark
November 26, 2023
Donna Clark, 68, of Iuka, MS, died on Sunday, November 26, 2023, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Donna enjoyed watching TikTok, browsing Facebook, and FaceTiming her great-granddaughter, Elliott. Before her health declined, she was involved in helping with the Living Free Ministries and Crosswinds Church. Donna was employed as a registered nurse for over 20 years, and...
Danny Orville Helton
November 25, 2023
We wish to regretfully announce that Dr. Danny Orville Helton died unexpectedly but peacefully at home on Saturday, November 25th, 2023, in Iuka, Mississippi at the age of 79. Dr. Helton was born October 5th, 1944, as the only child to Yvlette and Orville Helton. He wisely married Sarah Frances Cole Helton (d. May 15th, 2018), graduated from the...
Levi Colt Tigner
November 23, 2023
Levi Colt Tigner, 26, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Thursday, November 23, 2023, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Levi was such a unique and one-of-a-kind person. He had never met a stranger, was a good friend to all, and an even better one to his family. He was the type of person that lit up any room...
Debra Hester Fowler
November 22, 2023
Debra Hester Fowler, 66, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. There were many things in her life that Debra enjoyed, but music and motorcycles held her heart. She would take any chance she got to attend concerts or to ride her bike. She was a part of Dream Riders:...
Danny Harold Todd
November 15, 2023
Danny Harold Todd, 69, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at Regional One Health in Memphis. Danny was an avid Alabama football fan and didn’t leave the house without at least one piece of Alabama Crimson Tide merch. He was also a huge fan of anything related to cars. He collected classic cars and enjoyed watching...
Barbara Jean "B.J." Walker Balcom
November 12, 2023
Barbara Jean "B.J." Walker Balcom, 81, of Iuka, MS, died on Sunday, November 12, 2023, at The Hospitality House. She was a member of Snowdown Methodist Church and retired from FedEx. Barbara enjoyed reading, traveling, taking care of her animals, and helping others. She was a loving and free spirit. She is survived by her sisters, Geneva Ewing of...
Nelda Louise Lambert
November 7, 2023
Nelda Louise Lambert, 77, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Tuesday, November 7, 2023, in her home. Louise was a lifelong member of New Salem Baptist Church and loved attending. Whether it was going out to eat, riding on the golf cart, or traveling with her husband, she loved being out. She also enjoyed singing and shopping. There was nothing...
Shelia Yarbrough
November 6, 2023
Shelia Yarbrough, 58, of Dennis, MS, died on Monday, November 6, 2023, at her residence. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Belmont. She is survived by her husband, Terry Yarbrough; her daughters, Megan (Casey) Wigginton and Alyson (Sebastian) King; her grandchildren, Callie Wigginton, Braden Wigginton, Clover...
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