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.
Mary Alice Highland
July 3, 2022
Mary Alice Highland, 93, of Iuka, Mississippi, died surrounded her by her family on Sunday, July 3, 2022. She loved to garden, and she spent her life taking care of her home and household. Mrs. Highland is survived by her daughter June Kay (Gary); her four grandchildren, Michael Pittman (Deanna), Jimmy Pittman (Britny), Danielle Smith (Edward), and Chase Kay...
Jackie Ray Rogers
June 30, 2022
Jackie Ray Rogers, 74, of Iuka, Mississippi, died in his home on Thursday, June 30, 2022. He served in the United States Army in Vietnam and was a very patriotic man. He loved spending time with his family, especially his great-niece, great-nephews, his grandchildren, and his great-grandchildren. Mr. Rogers was a member of New Prospect Baptist Church and loved...
Dwight Cummings Fields
June 28, 2022
Dwight Cummings Fields (O’Neill), 71, of Bronson, FL, formerly of Iuka, Mississippi, passed away peacefully Tuesday, June 28, 2022, at UF Health Shands Hospital in Gainesville, FL, surrounded by his family.
A celebration of life will be held at the Fraternal Order of Eagles, 7118 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32607, on Thursday, June 30, 2022, at...
Edith M Crane
June 27, 2022
Edith M. Crane, 83, of Iuka, Mississippi, died in her home on Monday, June 27, 2022. Mrs. Crane was known for her dedication to God. She was an ordained Pentecostal preacher, and for a long time, she preached on the WBTG radio station every Sunday morning. She worked at the shirt factory in Iuka, MS, for many years. She...
Larry Gene Hammock
June 26, 2022
Larry Gene Hammock, 81, of Golden, MS, died on Sunday, June 26, 2022, at his residence. He was employed at Laroche Industries in Cherokee, AL for 44 years. He was also a member of Community Center Baptist Church in Red Bay, AL. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Hammock of Golden, MS; his sons, Todd Hammock (Delaina) of...
Hunter Hobbs
June 25, 2022
Thomas Hunter Hobbs, 27, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, June 25, 2022. Hunter was a gifted guitarist and harmonica player and was a welder by trade. He loved turkey and deer hunting, as well as fishing, with his Papaw, little brother, and Dad. He also loved his dog, Sassy, and the family cat, Littlefoot. Hunter took care of and...
Mark Lacoste
June 21, 2022
Nelson Mark LaCoste, 59, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Tuesday, June 21, 2022, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Mark attended Mt. Evergreen Church and was retired from Smith Marine Towing where he worked as a tugboat captain. He loved spending time outdoors and building things, and even built his own house. He also enjoyed spending his retirement...
Anita Glidewell Wamsley
June 18, 2022
Anita Glidewell Wamsley, 87, formerly of Burnsville, Mississippi, died on Saturday, June 18, 2022, at Piedmont Newnan Hospital in Newnan, GA. She moved to Georgia in 2014 to be near family and was a member of Providence Baptist Church. Before moving, she was a longtime member of Iuka Baptist Church where she sang in the choir, organized the choir...
Frances R. Mcnatt
June 17, 2022
Frances Ruth Hodgin McNatt, age 89, of Dennis, Mississippi, passed away on June 17, 2022, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. She was born December 26, 1932, in Tishomingo, MS, to the late Cleborn and Bernice Hodgin. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 67 years, Bill...
Diane Dingler Cole
June 17, 2022
Diane Dingler Cole, 77, of Tishomingo, MS, died on Friday, June 17, 2022, at her residence. Diane enjoyed singing and was a member of Way of Life Worship Center. Her greatest blessings in life were her family, especially her children and grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, Robert Cole; her daughters, Debbie Rickman (Gary) and Darlene Walls (Gary);...
Annie Mae Marlar
June 16, 2022
Annie Mae Braddock Marlar, 80, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died on Thursday, June 16, 2022, at Tishomingo Manor in Iuka. Annie Mae was born on February 4, 1942, to Thurman and Jewel Hall Braddock. She was a very loving and giving woman. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Annie Mae was a member of...
Marie C Wright
June 15, 2022
Marie C. Wright, 95, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died on Wednesday, June 15, 2022, at North Mississippi Medical Center – Iuka. She loved flowers, and gardening was one of her favorite things to do. Mrs. Marie also loved the Lord. She was a woman of faith and attended Jackson Camp Baptist Church. Mrs. Marie leaves behind her son, Jerry Wright;...
Mack Loyd Wadkins
June 14, 2022
Mack Loyd Wadkins, 84, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Tuesday, June 14, 2022, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Mack Loyd was born in the Iuka community and was a member of the Iuka High School Class of 1957. In his early years, he was a registered sanitarian for Tishomingo and Alcorn County Health Departments. He served in...
Cherilyn "Sherry" Kugle
June 11, 2022
Cherilyn "Sherry" Kugle, 71, died on June 11, 2022, at North Mississippi Medical Medical Center in Tupelo, surrounded by her family. She was born May 1, 1951. She was a wife of 53 years and a mother. She was a member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church. Sherry loved spending time with her family and friends, but most of all,...
Edward H Davis
June 8, 2022
Edward Harvey Davis, Jr., 94, passed away June 8, 2022, at North Mississippi Medical Center – Tupelo. He was born September 8, 1927, to Harvey and Lilla Adams Davis here in Iuka, Mississippi. At age 18, he joined the U.S. Army and served in Manila, Philippines during World War II. He returned home to marry Virginia Hale, and together...
John Owen Curry, Sr.
June 4, 2022
John Owen Curry, Sr., 52, of Iuka, MS died on Saturday, June 4, 2022, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. John was a very giving and loving person who cared about all of his family, extended family, friends, and his community. He was active in the Boy Scouts of America for the past 14 years, a past Scout...
Billy Wayne "Pop" Daniel
June 1, 2022
Billy Wayne “Pop” Daniel, age 89, passed away on June 1, 2022, at the North Mississippi Medical Center – Iuka. Born February 28, 1933, in Maud, Alabama, he was the son of Shelby H. and Effie Burns Daniel. He was a 1951 graduate of Cherokee High School where he was remembered for often hitting clutch shots in basketball games....
Doris Herron
May 31, 2022
Doris Sulliva Herron, 95, formerly of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Tuesday, May 31, 2022, at Ave Maria Home in Bartlett, Tennessee. Doris was a devoted Christian and a loyal member of Iuka Baptist Church for over 20 years. She enjoyed singing in the choir. She was also a fabulous cook and liked gardening. She absolutely loved people. Mrs. Doris...
Joann Feltman Joslin
May 26, 2022
JoAnn Feltman Joslin, 85, of Glen, Mississippi, died Thursday, May 26, 2022, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Mrs. Joslin was a lifelong member of Harmony Hill Baptist Church. She was retired from Genesco Shoe Company following over 30 years of employment. She loved to read, especially her Bible, and witnessing to others about Jesus. She also enjoyed...
Dorothy Adams Harwell
May 19, 2022
Dorothy Adams Harwell, 91, of Baton Rouge, LA, formerly of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, May 19, 2022, at her residence in Baton Rouge, LA. Mrs. Harwell was of the Methodist faith and was a former English teacher. She was a generous and kind person who enjoyed square dancing, round dancing, and reading. She was also a master bridge player...
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