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 Scott
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...
James Frank Hollingsworth
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...
Patricia Ford
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...
Billy Eugene Ginn
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...
Annette Weaver
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...
Glenn Whitlock
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...
Robert George "Bob" Grammer
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...
Jo Nunley
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...
Devin Norman
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);...
Dorothy Bacon Farr
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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Becky Rye Cobb
July 13, 2023
Becky Rye Cobb, 59, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, July 13, 2023, at her residence. Becky was a lifetime member of the Iuka Baptist Church. She devoted her life to the education of children and spent the majority of the last 33 years as a kindergarten teacher at Iuka Elementary School where she was affectionately referred to as “The...
Billie Jean Hester
July 10, 2023
Billie Jean Hester, 88, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Monday, July 10, 2023, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home in Iuka. Mrs. Billie Jean worked in the school system for 43 years. She mostly worked in the cafeteria at Tishomingo school, but for several years, she worked as a teacher’s aid in the special education classrooms at Tishomingo and Belmont....
Charles Alton Smith
July 10, 2023
Charles A. Smith, 80, of Lawrenceburg, Tennessee, died on Monday, July 10, 2023, at Maury Regional Health Center in Columbia, TN. Charles was a member of Gandy Church of Christ in Lawrenceburg and served in the National Guard for 4 years. Throughout his life, Charles worked on and off as a carpenter, building houses and other things for people...
Bobby Howard Paden
July 7, 2023
Bobby Howard Paden, 88, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Friday, July 7, 2023, in his home. Mr. Bobby was a lifetime member of Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church in Iuka and had served in the National Guard. If there was one thing everyone knew about Mr. Bobby, it was that he loved his job. He owned and operated The...
Alice Pearl Carlisle
July 5, 2023
Alice Pearl Carlisle, 92, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, at the Tishomingo Community Living Center. She was a member of Iuka Baptist Church and loved attending when she was able. Mrs. Alice enjoyed sewing, coloring, and reading. She was very sociable and loved talking to people and listening to records. Mrs. Alice is survived by...
Don Boggs
July 3, 2023
Don Boggs, 79, of Iuka, MS, died on Monday, July 3, 2023, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Don enjoyed fishing, playing cards, and was a city postal carrier for more than 20 years. He is survived by his daughter, Delana Pickle (Joey); his grandchildren, Justin Pickle (Katie), Isabella Cyree, and Cannon Cyree; his great-grandchildren, Carter Pickle and...
John Travis Hendrix
July 1, 2023
John Travis Hendrix, 88, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Saturday, July 1, 2023, at his residence. Mr. Hendrix was a member of New Lebanon Freewill Baptist Church and a U. S. Army veteran. He retired from Genesco Shoe Company and loved gardening. He also loved to spend time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is survived by...
Sharon Hamm Frazier
July 1, 2023
Sharon Hamm Frazier, 63, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, July 1, 2023, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Sharon enjoyed flower and vegetable gardening, as well as taking care of her pets. She is survived by two sons, Chris Frazier (Lauren) and Jared Frazier (Kristen); two sisters, Donna Kim and Sandy Haney; one brother, David Hamm; and...
Gloria Keith
June 28, 2023
Gloria Keith, 73, of Tishomingo, MS, died June 28, 2023, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Gloria enjoyed line dancing, cooking, taking care of her family and friends, and attending any of her grandchildren’s activities, especially ballgames. Being an exceptional line dancer, she became an instructor, started her own class, and made countless friends while touching many hearts...
Lillie Ruth Mckenzie Smith
June 24, 2023
Lillie Ruth McKenzie Smith, 85, of Snow Hill, North Carolina, died on Saturday, June 24, 2023, in her home. Mrs. Lillie lived in Iuka for over 25 years and moved to Snow Hill, NC, eight years ago to live with her daughter. She was a member of Unity Baptist Church in Iuka and loved being able to attend. She...
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