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.
Shannon Lavert Hollingsworth
August 3, 2021
Shannon Lavert Hollingsworth, 82, of Iuka, MS passed away on Tuesday, August 3, 2021 at Sanctuary Hospice House in Tupelo, MS. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran and a retired tankman for Waterfront Service in Cairo, IL and Mobile Oil. He is survived by his wife, Erma Hollingsworth; his daughter, Deborah Luttrell (David); his daughter in love, Nancy...
Ruby Dean James
August 1, 2021
Ruby Dean James, 82, of Iuka, MS passed away on Sunday, August 1, 2021, at her daughter's residence. She was a member of the Iuka Baptist Church. Ruby was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star and she enjoyed working and being in her flower garden. Her children and grandchildren were her greatest blessings and she tried...
Lona Mae Morris Bray
July 31, 2021
Lona Mae Morris Bray, 89, of Iuka, MS passed away on Saturday, July 31, 2021 at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. She enjoyed sitting on her front porch, watching television, and being by the lake. Lona was a member of New Salem Baptist Church. She enjoyed reading her bible and listening to gospel music. He greatest blessing in...
Travis Lamar Brown
July 29, 2021
Travis Lamar Brown, 82, passed away on Thursday, July 29, 2021 at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka, MS is entrusted with the arrangements. A memorial service will be held at 1pm, on Wednesday, August 4, 2021 at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel, officiated by Bro. Franky Smith. An online guestbook may be accessed at www.cutshallfuneralhome.com.
Buddy Walker
July 29, 2021
Irwin Nelson “Buddy” Walker, 58, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, July 29, 2021, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Buddy was a former truck driver. He enjoyed metal detecting and fishing. He is survived by his mother, Emma Kathleen Anderson of Columbia, TN; one brother, Thomas Walker (Dana) of Tupelo; two sisters, Flora Mae Garlin (James) of...
John D. Richardson
July 27, 2021
John D. Richardson, 77, of Iuka, passed away on Tuesday, July 27, 2021, at his residence. John was born and raised in Iuka. His parents were Shelby and Adell Holland Richardson. He married the love of his life Carolyn, and they were married for 57 years. In those 57 years, they were blessed with four children, five grandchildren and...
James Hayden Taylor
July 24, 2021
Rev. James Hayden Taylor, 81, of Saltillo, Mississippi, died Saturday, July 24, 2021, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Rev. Taylor was born February 10, 1940, to the late Jerd and Velma Hopkins Taylor in Dennis, MS. He was a U. S. Army veteran and served as a non-commissioned officer for 21 years with 12 years spent...
Mike Hayes
July 22, 2021
Michael Dean Hayes, 70, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, July 22, 2021, in Iuka, Mississippi. Mike graduated from Cherokee Vocational High School in 1969 and was a diesel mechanic for 50 years. He loved working on his race cars and going to the drag strip. He also loved spending time with his children and grandchildren. He is survived by...
Alfred Henry Poquette, Jr.
July 16, 2021
Alfred Henry Poquette, Jr., 71, of Iuka, MS passed away on Friday, July 16, 2021 at his residence. Al was a member of the Shiloh Car Club and a Hamm Radio operator. He was a member of the Iuka Lodge #94 F&AM and enjoyed working on cars. He is survived by his wife, Bobbie Lynne Poquette; his daughter, Natalie...
Betty "B. J." Harris Jourdan
July 15, 2021
Betty Jane "B.J." Jourdan, of Iuka, Mississippi, died peacefully at her home on July 15, 2021. Born to Rosa Belle and Lamar Harris in Cherokee, Alabama on July 15 1926, she graduated from Cherokee High School and the University of Alabama. In 1951 she married D.O. "Oley" Jourdan, Jr. and became a homemaker in his hometown of...
Neville Gibson Skinner
July 13, 2021
Neville Gibson Skinner, 83, of Iuka, MS passed away on Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS. She was a member of First Freewill Baptist Church. Neville was a loving wife and mother and will be greatly missed. She also enjoyed returning home to her mountain home in Kentucky as much as possible....
Candi Lambert Scruggs
July 12, 2021
Candice Michelle “Candi” Lambert Scruggs, 50, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, July 12, 2021, at South Baldwin Regional Medical Center in Foley, Alabama. Candi attended Mt. Evergreen Church. She enjoyed crafting, gardening, and yard sales. She also loved spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, James Scruggs of Tishomingo; her parents, Billy and Loretta Lambert...
Betty Joslin
July 10, 2021
Betty Joslin, 82, of Saltillo, MS, formerly of Corinth, MS, passed away on Saturday, July 10, 2021 at her son's residence. She enjoyed thrift shopping and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She is survived by her sons, Bobby Joslin and Rick Joslin; and her grandchildren, Bobby Joslin, III and Lilly Brooke Joslin. She was preceded in...
Wanda South Prewitt
July 6, 2021
Wanda Gaye South Prewitt, 77, of Iuka, MS passed away on Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at Hospitality House in Iuka. Mrs. Wanda was a member of New Salem Baptist Church and enjoyed attending services. She was an avid college sports fan who loved watching football, baseball, and basketball. She enjoyed spending time with her family and her dog, Lucky....
Bea Matthews
July 2, 2021
Bea Matthews, 94, of Iuka, MS passed away on Friday, July 2, 2021 at Southern Magnolia Estates. She was a member of First Freewill Baptist Church and enjoyed attending church services. Mrs. Bea also liked to read, sew, and complete crossword and Sudoku puzzles. Her greatest blessings in life were her family, especially her grand children and great grand...
Petey Lambert
June 29, 2021
Petey Lambert, 78, of Burnsville, MS passed away on Tuesday, June 29, 2021 at his residence. Petey was a mechanic by trade and enjoyed working on cars. He also enjoyed mowing the yard and spending time with his family. He was a United States Navy veteran. He is survived by his wife, Doris Osborn Lambert; his sons, Petey Lambert...
Karen Jane Ryan
June 27, 2021
Karen Jane Ryan, 66, passed away on Sunday, June 27, 2021 at her residence. She was retired from Region IV Mental Health and attended The Bridge of Burnsville Church. She loved spending time with her family, going to the beach, and helping others anyway she could and giving to those in need. She was a faithful follower of Jesus...
Beulah Mae Blakney
June 27, 2021
Beulah Mae Blakney, 89,of Iuka, MS, passed away peacefully, Sunday, June 27, 2021, at her residence. Beulah Mae was a very humble woman. She enjoyed reading and studying the Bible. She worshipped God and accepted Jesus as her Savior at a young age. She wanted her friends and family to do the same. Beulah Mae was born September 5,...
Leroy Dean
June 25, 2021
Marshall Leroy Dean, 90, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, June 25, 2021, at his residence. Leroy was born in Iuka to Marshall Major Dean and Georgie Ann Bishop Dean. He was a member of Iuka United Methodist Church and was a 50-year member of the Iuka Lodge #94 F&AM. He attended Central Elementary School and graduated from Iuka High...
Daniel Loyl Keele
June 22, 2021
Daniel Loyl Keele, 83, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Tuesday, June 22, 2021, at his residence. Mr. Keele was of the non-denominational Christian faith. He was a timber cutter for most of his life and also helped to build the Tenn-Tom Waterway. He spent his later years farming and selling food from his garden at the Corinth Farmers Market. He...
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