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.
Donald Waldrup Crane
September 13, 2020
Donald Waldrup Crane, 84, of Iuka, MS passed away on Sunday, September 13, 2020 at Sanctuary Hospice House in Tupelo, MS. Donald was born on November 12, 1935 and was reared in the Holcut Community. He served in the United States Air Force in Korea and Italy. A Trailways Bus operator for 25 years, he received safety awards for...
Minnie B. Mcanally
September 11, 2020
Minnie B. McAnally, 98, of Iuka, MS passed away on Friday, September 11, 2020 at Southern Magnolia Estates. She was a member of Iuka Baptist Church for over 30 years. Born and raised in Iuka, MS, Minnie spent her a good portion of her life living in Memphis, TN raising her family and attending Emanuel Baptist Church in Olive...
James Edward "J.E." Hudson
September 7, 2020
James Edward "J.E." Hudson, 101, of Iuka, MS passed away on Monday, September 7, 2020 at his residence. He was a member at Campground United Methodist Church where he was known for his song leading abilities. From early on J.E. homesteaded his land to the point he was almost self sufficient and could sustain himself through his ability to...
Terry Ray Booker
September 5, 2020
Terry Ray Booker, 66, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, September 5, 2020, at his residence. Terry was a member of Eastport Baptist Church where he served as a deacon. He was retired from Tishomingo County Electric Power Association and was a member of the Eastport Volunteer Fire Department. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and gardening, and loved taking care of...
Robert M. Sappington
September 3, 2020
Robert Manuel Sappington, 80, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, September 3, 2020, at Baptist Memorial Hospital - DeSoto. Mr. Sappington was a member of First Baptist Church of Southaven and was a U. S. Army veteran. He was formerly employed as a welder and retired from CBI Nuclear. He was a mason and enjoyed fishing and playing guitar. He...
Randy Brown
September 3, 2020
Randall Earl “Randy” Brown, 62, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, September 3, 2020, at Magnolia Regional Health Center. Randy was of the Christian faith and was retired from Cajun Electric Power Plant where he worked as a maintenance supervisor for over 30 years. He fulfilled his lifelong dream of owning land and cattle, and treasured time spent with his...
Bertha Ann Davis
September 2, 2020
Bertha Ann Davis, 64, of Iuka, MS passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2020 at her residence. She enjoyed reading, watching movies, and shopping. She loved spending time with her family and was a member of New Salem Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, Michael Davis; her sister, Lydia Linton (Jerry); her brother, Ernie Russell (Jane); and...
Jim Barnett
August 31, 2020
James William (Jim) Barnett was born on November 17, 1936 to his parents, Watson and Pearl Barnett. Through the years, many people knew him as “Frog” or “Sonny Boy”. At a young age, he joined the Navy where he served in the Korean War. Following the war, he lived in Oregon where he began a career in music, playing...
Orvil "Big O' Wayne Crum
August 31, 2020
Orvil "Big O" Wayne Crum, 75, of Burnsville, MS passed away on Monday, August 31, 2020 at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. Orvil was a truck driver by trade but his dream was to open his own restaurant, which he was in the process of doing when he got sick. He also enjoyed riding around, going to horse...
Jason Vernon Bobo
August 23, 2020
Jason Vernon Bobo, 46, of Iuka, MS passed away on Sunday, August 23, 2020. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, canoeing, and camping. Jason also enjoyed arrowhead hunting and spending time with his family. He was a member of Fifth Street Baptist Church and enjoyed reading his bible. He is survived by his wife, Stacy Short Bobo; his parents, Vernon and...
Keith Wimberly
August 22, 2020
Keith Wimberly, 55, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, August 22, 2020, at his residence. Keith was a member of Mt. Evergreen Church where he served as song leader. He was employed at Alabama Painting and was a member of the Painters Union Local #1293 in Muscle Shoals, AL. Keith was an avid Mississippi State Bulldogs fan and enjoyed golf...
Richard D. Spears
August 20, 2020
Richard D. Spears, 69, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, August 20, 2020, at his residence. Richard was a member of Grace Chapel Church in Pickwick, TN. He was the former owner and operator of Benchmark Mechanical Contractors and later retired from Ershigs, Inc. where he worked as site manager. He was a former NASCAR driver and licensed pilot. Richard...
Lessel Turner
August 20, 2020
Lessel Leon Turner, 85, of Burnsville, MS passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2020 at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. She was a recording artist and singer who recorded at least 10 cd's in her lifetime. She was known all over Burnsville as the "Kitty Wells" of gospel music. She also enjoyed quilting and spending time with her family and...
Edward "Tobe" O'Neal Davis
August 17, 2020
Edward "Tobe" O'Neal Davis, 90, of Iuka, MS passed away on Monday, August 17, 2020 at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. Edward enjoyed rooster fighting and his animals. His greatest joy was raising his children and his grandchildren. He was a member at Hubbard Salem Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Fairy Davis; his children,...
Larry Elwood Dailey
August 16, 2020
Larry Elwood Dailey, 66, passed away on Sunday, August 16, 2020 at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. He was born on November 17, 1953. He graduated from Burnsville High School at the age of 16 and attended Northeast Community College for 2 years. He spent some of his working years at Tennessee Pulp and Paper, some doing body and fender...
Brittany Joan Jackson
August 15, 2020
Brittany Joan “Britt Britt” Jackson, 28, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Saturday, August 15, 2020, in Iuka as the result of an automobile accident. Brittany was always laughing and smiling and enjoyed watching movies. She also enjoyed spending time with her family and helping others. She is survived by her father, Samuel Jackson, Jr.; her mother and step-father, Charlotte and...
Gene I. Ozment
August 15, 2020
Gene I. Ozment, 91, of Iuka, MS passed away on Saturday, August 15, 2020 at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. She was a very faithful and religious women who was a member of Gospel Assembly Church. She enjoyed being around children, helping with children's church and vacation bible schools, and reading her bible. Gene also enjoyed working in her flower...
Robert Allen Hudson
August 9, 2020
Robert Allen Hudson, 53, of Burnsville, MS passed away on Sunday, August 9, 2020 at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. He enjoyed working and spending time with his dog, Max. He is survived by his mother, Janice Milligan. He is preceded in death by his father, Johnny Earl Hudson; and his grandparents. Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka, MS...
Eutha Quay Lambert Switcher
August 8, 2020
Mrs. Eutha Quay Lambert Switcher, October 26, 1934 – August 8, 2020. Now let’s talk about the dash in the middle. Eutha, as she was known by her family, grew up the Cairo Community with her brothers, Hewell and J.W., along with her sisters Dartha and Selena. Her parents were Govern and Zula Lambert.
Dartha and Hewell...
Betty Joan Aldridge
August 8, 2020
Betty Joan Aldridge, 76, of Tishomingo, Mississippi, died Saturday, August 8, 2020, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Betty attended Tishomingo Methodist Church and was formerly employed as a professional secretary. She loved reading, and also enjoyed music and dancing. She is survived by her husband, Bobby Aldridge of Tishomingo; one step-daughter, Ramona Willis of Tishomingo; and one...
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