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.
Bill Childs
June 19, 2021
Bill Childs, 67, of Iuka, MS passed away on Saturday, June 19, 2021 at Magnolia Regional Health Center. He enjoyed playing the banjo and attending Civil War Reenactments. Bill also enjoyed riding motorcycles with the Mechanized Cavalry and spending time with his Pomeranians, Tiny, Rusty, Bo Jake, Little Bit, and Nugget. Bill loved being outdoors and collecting anything that...
Dan Young
June 19, 2021
W. D. “Dan” Young, 84, of Iuka, Mississippi, passed away, Saturday, June 19, 2021. Dan was born September 30, 1936, to the late W. R. (Mr. Will) and Velma Flurry Young. He was the beloved husband of Betty Gurley Young for 65 years; adored father of Lauren Young Nunley (Herman) and D. L. “Danny” Young (Debbie); cherished grandfather of...
Betty Hardwick Wilemon
June 12, 2021
Betty Ruth Hardwick Wilemon, 89, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, June 12, 2021, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Mrs. Wilemon was a member of Hubbard Salem Baptist Church. She was a lifelong nurse, having worked at the Tishomingo County Hospital, the Iuka Clinic, the Tishomingo Community Living Center, and Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home, ultimately retiring at...
J. D. Smith
June 12, 2021
Jessie Don Smith, Sr., 72, of Iuka, Mississippi, passed away Saturday, June 12, 2021, peacefully at home. J. D. was born on July 14, 1948, in Belmont, MS, to Jessie and Helen Milam Smith. He was of the Baptist faith and worked at Blue Bell for thirty years. He loved spending time with his family. He is survived by...
Linda South Puckett
June 11, 2021
Linda Mae South Puckett, 83, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, June 11, 2021, at her residence. Mrs. Puckett was an active member of New Salem Baptist Church and was retired from Ripley Industries. She enjoyed cooking and spending time with her family. She is survived by one son, Michael Puckett (Rhonda) of Iuka; one daughter, Sheree Stephens of Iuka;...
Jewell Wingo
June 9, 2021
Jewell Wingo, 84, of Iuka, MS passed away on Wednesday, June 9, 2021 at her residence. She was a member of Mission Lighthouse Church. Jewel enjoyed bird watching and flowers, along with spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her daughter, Sherry Gwatney (John); her son, Dennis Wingo (Debbie); her daughter in law, Diana Wingo; her sisters,...
Richard "Ricky" Allen Smith
June 9, 2021
Richard "Ricky" Allen Smith, 67, of Iuka, MS passed away on Wednesday, June 9, 2021 at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. He enjoyed working with his hands, doing anything from woodworking, beating and a banging, welding, metal fabrication, to working on cars. Ricky loved to run heavy machinery. He also enjoyed being outdoors, canoeing, being on the lake,...
Ruby Mae Franks
June 8, 2021
Ruby Mae Franks, 66, of Corinth, Mississippi, died Tuesday, June 8, 2021, at Magnolia Regional Health Center. Ruby was a member of Gospel Lighthouse Pentecostal Church. She enjoyed watching Inspiration TV and playing Bingo. She is survived by one son, Bobby Walden, Jr. (Nancy); two brothers, Douglas James and Ronnie Smith; five sisters, Deborah Grimes, Patricia Culwell, Judy Crum,...
Joe Butler
June 7, 2021
Bobby Joe Butler, 74, of Iuka, MS went home to be with the Lord on June 7, 2021 at his home. He was born on April 20, 1947 in Florence, AL to the late William R. Butler and Martha Jane Gist Butler. He enjoyed fishing, riding horses and watching television. Joe is survived by three sons, Bobby Joe Butler,...
Sybil Hodge
May 29, 2021
Martha Sybil Hodge, 87, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, May 29, 2021, at her residence. Mrs. Hodge was a member of New Prospect Baptist Church and a homemaker. She was a member of the Midway Homemakers Club and was also a supporter of the Friends of the Iuka Public Library. She is survived by one son, Steve Hodge of...
Jimmy Earl Reece
May 27, 2021
Jimmy Earl Reece, 59, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, May 27, 2021, at Magnolia Regional Health Center. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Tabitha Reece of Iuka; his parents, Carner and Louise Keenum Reece of Booneville; one son, Franklin Reece of Iuka; one daughter, Tiffany Walls of Iuka; two brothers, Charles Reece...
Hilton Lee "Popcorn" Moore
May 27, 2021
Hilton Lee “Popcorn” Moore, 82, passed away on May 27, 2021, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. A fixture in the community, known far and wide and beloved by many, he will be sorely missed. He was the owner of Moore’s Body Shop and Wrecker Service. He was also a U. S. Army veteran of the Korean War....
Virginia "Ginny" Bonbrisco
May 21, 2021
Virginia "Ginny" Bonbrisco, 91, of Iuka, MS passed away on Friday, May 21, 2021 at her residence. Virginia was born on Eastport Road on April 30, 1930. She was a member of the Iuka Baptist Church. Virginia enjoyed animals, especially her dogs and bird watching, doing crafts, and cooking. Her favorite thing was to be in her flower garden....
Alice Marie Thrasher
May 16, 2021
Alice Marie Thrasher, 80, of Corinth, MS passed away on May 16, 2021 at Sentara Hospital in Virginia Beach, VA. Alice was a member of Salem Christian Church. Her greatest blessing in life was her family. She resided in Virginia Beach for the last 2 years with her daughter & two grandchildren. She is survived by her daughter, Sherrie...
Sue Dulaney
April 30, 2021
Billie Sue Dulaney, 90, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, April 30, 2021, in Zion, Illinois. Sue was of the Baptist faith, and attended Rocky Springs United Methodist Church. She was a Past Matron of the Iuka Order of the Eastern Star. She enjoyed fishing, genealogy, and hand quilting. She is survived by two sons, Gary Dulaney (Peggy) of Zion,...
Melvin Howard Nixon
April 28, 2021
Melvin Howard Nixon, 68, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Wednesday, April 28, 2021, at his residence. Melvin was a retired jeweler. He loved singing and playing the piano, and was a member of several quartets over the years. He enjoyed spending time with his dogs, and especially loved his schnauzers. He is survived by his spouse, Pam Crowe Nixon of...
Shirley Ann Sterwald Barber
April 28, 2021
Shirley Ann Sterwald Barber, 73, of Iuka, MS passed away on Wednesday, April 28, 2021 at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, MS. She enjoyed gardening, yard work, cooking, shopping, and music. Shirley was a skilled painter and took pride in her work. She was of the Methodist faith and was a member of Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church....
James Edward Moore
April 23, 2021
James Edward Moore, 82, of Hernando, MS, formerly of Iuka, MS, passed away on Friday, April 23, 2021 at Methodist Hospital - Olive Branch. James was of the Christian faith and greatly enjoyed attending gospel singings and listening to gospel music and gospel quartets. He was a jack of all trades who knew a little about a lot. He...
Lucille Seago
April 21, 2021
Lucille Seago, 95. of Guys, TN passed away on Wednesday, April 21, 2021 at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. She enjoyed crafting, sewing, and cooking. She was also of the Baptist faith. She is survived by her great grandchildren, Stephanie Eubanks (Joseph Wilson) and Devin Eubanks (Shelbie); her great great grandchildren, Slayde Deatherage, Jayda Deatherage, Athena Deatherage, Symphony Wilson, and...
William David "Dave" Lomenick
April 19, 2021
William David "Dave" Lomenick, 62, of Iuka, MS passed away on Monday, April 19, 2021 at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. He enjoyed fishing with his grandfather when he was a child and eating his grandmothers cooking, especially her potato salad. In his younger years, he loved to play baseball, football, and basketball. He was the top center field catcher...
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