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.
Kevin Mack Cook
December 1, 2020
Kevin Mack Cook, 56, of Vardaman, Mississippi, died Tuesday, December 1, 2020, in West Point, Mississippi. A loving father of four children who was crazy about his grandchildren, Kevin was born June 3, 1964, to Willard and Elizabeth Davis. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, and was always working on something. He is survived by his mother, Elizabeth Davis; four...
Rhonda Anne Holt
November 27, 2020
Rhonda Anne Holt, 53, of Atlanta, Georgia, passed away on November 27, 2020, at her residence. Rhonda earned a bachelor’s degree from Mercer University in Atlanta and was a buyer for Carter’s Baby Clothing Company. She loved spending time with her dogs and cats. She is survived by her mother, Ann Browder of Corinth; one sister, Suzanne Holt-Johnson (Kerry)...
Leroy Booker
November 27, 2020
Webster Leroy Booker, 76, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, November 27, 2020, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Leroy was a lifelong member of Eastport Baptist Church. He was a Mississippi National Guard veteran and was retired from International Converter following 41 years of employment. He enjoyed spending time outdoors, hunting, fishing, and water skiing. He also...
Ola Mae Cutshall Hobart
November 25, 2020
Ola Mae Cutshall Graham Hobart, 91, of Memphis, Tennessee, formerly of Iuka, Mississippi, died Wednesday, November 25, 2020, at Kirby Pines Assisted Living in Memphis. Mrs. Hobart was retired from L & N Railroad where she worked as a secretary. She enjoyed playing bridge. She is survived by a daughter, Amy Leatherwood of Memphis, TN; a sister, Mary Leone...
Kenneth Clifford Crum
November 24, 2020
Kenneth Clifford Crum, 76, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Tuesday, November 24, 2020, at the Tishomingo Community Living Center. Mr. Crum was a U. S. Army veteran and served in Germany during the Vietnam War. He retired from Ford Motor Company following 32 years of employment. He was a 32 nd degree mason and served as past master at both...
Wayne Wingo
November 20, 2020
Franklin Wayne Wingo, 76, of Iuka, MS passed away on Friday,, November 20, 2020 at his residence. He enjoyed fishing, working, and being a giver to those in need, whether it be sharing what he raised, a kind word, or a helping hand. Wayne was a huge supporter and helper with Children's Church and the Street Ministry. He attended...
Thomas "Tommy" Kent Nunley
November 20, 2020
Thomas Kent "Tommy" Nunley, 67, of Iuka, MS passed away on Friday, November 20, 2020. Tommy was a soldier, logger, truck driver, and a heavy equipment operator. He also enjoyed riding horses, hog hunting, and being a father and grandfather. He was of the Christian faith. He was a member of the American Legion, a Shriner, and a member...
Horace "Peanut" Eugen Thorn
November 18, 2020
Horace Eugen "Peanut" Thorn, 79, of Iuka, MS passed away on Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Booneville, MS. Peanut enjoyed working, camping, and spending time with his loved ones, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was a member of the Iuka Church of Christ. Peanut was also a life long car salesman. He is...
Debra Kirk Hardin
November 14, 2020
Debra Kirk Hardin, 61, of Glen, MS passed away on Saturday, November 14, 2020 at her residence. She enjoyed gardening, reading, and putting puzzles together. Her greatest joy in life was her grandchildren and spending time with them. She is survived by her husband, James Hardin; her daughter, Ashlee Sutton; her brother, Billy Kirk (Kaye); her sisters, Aimee Daniels...
Billy Gann
November 13, 2020
Billy Gann, 79, of Iuka, MS passed away on Friday, November 13, 2020 at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Billy enjoyed working on the farm and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He was a member of Iuka Baptist Church and a member of the Gideon's. He is survived by his wife, Linda Gann; his daughter,...
Lucas Dylan Russo
November 9, 2020
Lucas Dylan Russo, 24, born Monday, July 22, 1996 in Savannah, Tennessee went to be with the LORD on Monday, November 9, 2020. Lucas was a shining light to each and every person he encountered. He worshipped the LORD at Berea Church of Christ during his formative years, until he moved his membership to the Iuka Church of Christ. ...
Louella "Cricket" Fowler Greene
November 8, 2020
Louella "Cricket" Fowler Greene, 90, of Corinth, MS passed away on Sunday, November 8, 2020 at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. She enjoyed gardening and spending time with her family. She is survived by her daughters, Joan Jones (Billy) and Lucy Brewington (Danny); her son, Willard "Woody" Fowler (Robin); her step children, Mark Greene (Amy) and Tammy Greene; her sister,...
Joseph "Joe" Aaron Gamble
November 5, 2020
Joseph "Joe" Gamble, 30, of Tishomingo, MS passed away on Thursday, November 5, 2020 at his residence. Joe enjoyed playing video games, skate boarding, and music. His greatest joy in life was being a father and enjoyed spending every moment he could with his boys. He also enjoyed golfing with his Papi. He is survived by his wife, Kimberly...
Sue Mckee
November 3, 2020
Martha Sue McKee, 76, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Tuesday, November 3, 2020, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Sue was a member of First Freewill Baptist Church in Iuka. She spent her life caring for children, both her own and others. She enjoyed sewing. She is survived by two sons, Porter McKee (Angela) of Pearl, and Darren...
John Tearl White
November 1, 2020
John Tearl White, 88, of Iuka, MS passed away on Sunday, November 1, 2020 at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, MS. He was born on March 16, 1932 to Arl and Elzie Cole White. He graduated high school at Burnsville High School. He was a US Air Force veteran, a retired mechanic, an avid fisherman and a devoted...
Billy Ray West
October 28, 2020
Billy Ray West, 82, of Tishomingo, MS passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2020 at his residence. Billy enjoyed metal detecting and arrow head hunting. He was also a Civil War enthusiast. He is survived by his sisters, Mary Sue Wright (Robert Allen) and Martha Pardue; his nieces and nephews, Nelda Wilemon, Jena McNatt, Deborah Wright, Shanna Grisham, Steven...
Kathy Johnson
October 28, 2020
Katherine Robinson Johnson of Memphis, age 67, went to be with the Lord on October 28, 2020 after a long illness. Kathy was born August 29, 1953 in Corinth, Mississippi to the late Guy Elton Robinson and the late Nell Ogletree Robinson. She was raised in Memphis prior to moving with her family during middle school to Jackson, Mississippi....
Robbie R. Chambers
October 19, 2020
Robbie R. Chambers, 96, of Northport, AL passed away on Monday, October 19, 2020 at Heritage Health Care and Rehab in Northport, AL. She was an interior decorator and a member of One Hope Church formerly known as First Wesleyan Church. She is survived by her son, Mike Chambers; and her step daughters, Linda Chambers and Nancy Shew. She...
Stanley Dexter
October 18, 2020
William Stanley Dexter, 73, of Iuka, MS passed away on Sunday, October 18, 2020. Stanley was the son of the Late W.T. and Betty Dexter. Stan graduated from Smithville High School where he excelled in sports and was an all conference tailback his junior and senior years. He was a page for Senator John C. Stennis in Washington, D.C....
James "Junior" Calvin Barber, Jr.
October 17, 2020
James Calvin "Junior" Barber, Jr., 63, of Iuka, MS passed away on Saturday, October 17, 2020 at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, MS. He enjoyed being a cattle farmer with his son, cooking, and being Coach "Poppy" to his grandchildren's softball and baseball teams. He was a member of "The Bridge at Burnsville" and enjoyed being involved in...
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