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.
Bro. Richard H. Smith
January 30, 2025
It is with a heavy heart and yet filled with hope in the promises of our Lord that we announce the passing of Brother Richard H. Smith, 82, of Iuka, MS. He returned to his Heavenly Father on January 30, 2025, at Tishomingo Community Living Center. Richard’s life was a melody of service and devotion to God. For over 55...
Jimmie Mae Monroe Miller
January 27, 2025
Jimmie Mae Monroe Miller, a beloved member of the North Crossroads community known for her kindness and gentle spirit, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2025, at the age of 77. She was born July 20, 1947 to Lorraine Gray Monroe and James Morgan Monroe. She brought light into the lives of everyone who had the privilege of knowing her....
Beulah Martha McDaniel
January 20, 2025
Beulah Martha McDaniel, a beloved matriarch, was born on July 22, 1927, and left this world to join her heavenly home on January 20, 2025, at the remarkable age of 97. Known affectionately as Mother, MawMaw, and Boo, Beulah filled the lives of those around her with love and joy. She was an extraordinary mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, whose...
James R. "Bobby" "Bo" Dexter
January 19, 2025
James R. “Bobby” “Bo” Dexter, age 85, of Iuka and Southaven, Mississippi, peacefully passed away at his home in Southaven on January 19, 2025. Born in Iuka, Bobby was a proud graduate of Iuka High School, Class of 1958.
In June 1959, he married Linda Bryant, the love of his life, and the couple moved to Memphis that same year. Bobby...
Myron Broadway
January 15, 2025
Myron Broadway, 70, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at his residence. Myron was a veteran of the U.S. Army and had worked several years as a supervisor at Plumrose in Booneville and as a fitting technician at PSP is Iuka. In his free time, he enjoyed playing the guitar, singing, and farming. Most of all, however,...
Kenneth Wayne "Hippie" Randolph
January 8, 2025
Kenneth Wayne “Hippie” Randolph, 64, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at his residence. Hippie was a talented artist that could look at something and recreate it almost perfectly on a page. He was also a skilled carpenter and enjoyed woodworking and listening to music in his free time. What he loved the most, however, was his...
Louise Ann Moffett
January 7, 2025
Louise Ann Moffett, 84, of Michie, Tennessee, died on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at her residence. Louise was an extremely loving woman that cared for everyone. With her good-hearted spirit and kind personality, no one ever had an ill word to say about her. One of Louise’s many talents was sewing. She made all of her own clothes and loved...
Kenneth Cooley
January 6, 2025
Ken Cooley, 77, passed away on Monday, January 6, 2025 at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Son of Sidney and Earline (Gillespie) Cooley, he was born September 17, 1947, in Tupelo, MS. He graduated from Shannon High School in 1965 where he was co-valedictorian with his best friend, Bill Carter. He attended Itawamba Community College where he met the...
Jean C. Lard-Hunt
January 6, 2025
Jean C. Lard-Hunt, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on January 6, 2025, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Born on April 9, 1940, in Mississippi, Jean enriched the lives of those around her with her kindness, faith, and vibrant spirit.
Jean was a devoted member of the New Beginning Fellowship in Iuka, where she found joy in...
Timothy Ray "Tim" Milligan
January 4, 2025
Timothy Ray “Tim” Milligan, 63, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at his residence. Tim enjoyed fellowshipping with his close family and friends and loved attending Harmony United Methodist Church when he was able. He is survived by his mother, Charlotte Adams; and many other family members. He was preceded in death by his father, Jackie Ray...
Margarette Gaye Gardner
January 4, 2025
Margarette Gaye Gardner, 58, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died on Saturday, January 4, 2025, in her home. Gaye was a very talented beautician and thoroughly enjoyed getting to do hair and makeup. When she wasn’t working with people, she loved dog sitting or just spending time with her own beloved dogs. Her dogs and her family meant a lot to her,...
Teresa Storment
January 2, 2025
Teresa Storment, 86, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Thursday, January 2, 2025, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Teresa was an excellent homemaker and took pride in caring for her family. She was a great mother to her children and an amazing wife to her husband of 65 years, Bill. She and her husband traveled extensively during their retirement...
Presley Rosalina "Rosa" Phifer
December 29, 2024
Presley Rosalina “Rosa” Phifer was born into the Lord’s arms on Sunday, December 29, 2024. Though only on Earth for a short while, aspirations for her were already materializing. Her family hoped she would inherit her mom’s energetic and driven spirit and her dad’s patience and strong, quiet soul. But most importantly, a love for God.
Rosa was loved beyond measure...
Ora Faye "Bluie" Wadkins
December 21, 2024
Ora Faye “Bluie” Wadkins, 89, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Saturday, December 21, 2024, at her residence. Mrs. Bluie was a charter member of Unity Baptist Church and had a heart of gold. She always paid back kindnesses and showed her love and appreciation through her excellent cooking and baking skills. When she wasn’t cooking, she enjoyed gardening and admiring...
Terry Lambert
December 21, 2024
Terry Lambert, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2024, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, Mississippi. Born on July 17, 1946, in Alabama, Terry dedicated 54 years of his life to the art of barbering, earning the respect and admiration of those in his community.
Throughout his career, Terry developed lasting relationships...
Betty Doris Norris
December 18, 2024
Betty Doris Norris, 88, originally of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at TN State Veterans Home in Murfreesboro, TN. Betty was a member of Harmony Hill Baptist Church in Burnsville, MS, and after 23 years of employment, she retired from her job at Sears and Roebuck in Memphis. Betty was an amazing Southern cook. She measured with...
Lola Mae Grisham Emmons Robinson
December 16, 2024
Lola Mae Grisham Emmons Robinson, 97, passed away peacefully on December 16th, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
Born to Eric Grisham and Bessie Johnson Grisham on September 5th, 1927, in Iuka, Mississippi, Lola embodied a life of strength, resilience, and unwavering love.
Family, faith, caring for others, and learning were the foundation of Lola's life. As a devoted daughter, sister, wife,...
Leavie Dell Stockwell
December 11, 2024
Leavie Dell Stockwell, 92, of Iuka, MS, departed this life on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. She was employed by Blue Bell Company for over 24 years, before her retirement. Leavie was an avid gardener who spent countless hours in her flowerbeds and enjoyed spending time at home with her family. She was...
Ernest Lee Puckett
December 10, 2024
Ernest Lee "Ernie" Puckett, 86, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. Ernest was a member of New Salem Baptist church for many years and served in the Mississippi National Guard. During the early years of his life, he enjoyed gardening and farming, and he also enjoyed Ole Miss football, traveling,...
James Reeves "J.R." Crane
December 9, 2024
James Reeves “J.R.” Crane, aged 87, of Tishomingo, Mississippi, died on December 9, 2024, at Cornerstone Health and Rehab in Corinth. James served four years in the United States Army, spending part of his service in Germany. He was an electrician that proudly contributed to the construction of the Tenn-Tom Waterway while working at Southern WellPoint and was a...
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