March 26, 2020

Former Iuka mayor David Nichols died last Thursday, March 26th at his home.

David, 66, was diagnosed with a brain tumor two years ago, but was in remission. He fought hard and spent every day making the most of time with his family, beloved wife Sandra and friends.

Nichols was mayor for three terms in...

March 26, 2020

A. Christine (Urlacher) Mallette, 79, of Belmont, MS, passed away on Thursday, March 26, 2020 at Southern Magnolia Estates in Iuka. She was born on December 26, 1940 at home in rural Hettinger County, ND. She was a member of the Roman Catholic Church all her life. Her childhood dream was to join the Sisters of St. Benedict. In...

March 23, 2020

Barry S. Brown, 63, of Rienzi, MS, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2020, at his residence. Barry enjoyed watching NASCAR, his model cars, working on cars, and music of all genres. Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka, MS is entrusted with arrangements. He is survived by his wife of 33 years, June Chase Brown; his sister, Patricia Brown; his...

March 18, 2020

Dorothy Sue Weaver Mosiej, 79, of Bartlett, TN, passed away Wednesday, March 18, 2020. She worked as an accounting clerk at the IRS in Memphis, TN for 23 years until her retirement. Dorothy Sue enjoyed dancing, singing, and cheering for the Memphis Tigers. She was also known for entertaining children...

March 18, 2020

Robert "Buddy" Akers, 65, of Iuka, MS passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2020 at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. He enjoyed working, as he was a boat pilot for 40 years. Buddy enjoyed watching NASCAR and spending time with his friends and family, especially his grandchildren. He is survived by his daughter, Kristian Johnson (Donald); his sister,...

March 15, 2020

Thomas, “Tom” Lee, husband, brother, friend has gone to be with his Savior. Born January 17,1945, he was a native of Simpson County, Mississippi. Tom was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas Gene Lee and Edwina Rogers Lee, his paternal grandparents, J.W., Sr. and Dezzie D. Lee, all of Simpson County; maternal grandparents, S.E. and Gladys Sills Rogers of...

March 12, 2020

Videnda “Dendie” Lovelace, 69, of Burnsville, MS, died Thursday, March 12, 2020, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. She was a pastor’s wife for over 30 years and attended Grace Bible Church. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, Danny “Dukum” Lovelace of Burnsville; one son, Heath Lovelace (Sonia) of Guntown; one...

March 8, 2020

Billy Paul Skinner, 82, of Iuka, MS, died Sunday, March 8, 2020, at his residence. Mr. Skinner was a member of Mt. Gilead Baptist Church. He was a retired electrician and was a 32-year member of the IBEW Local #852 in Corinth. He was also a mason and a member of the Burnsville Lodge #233 F&AM. Mr. Skinner loved...

March 2, 2020

Cindy Ann Curtis Frederick, 58, beloved mother, daughter, and sister, passed peacefully away on Monday, March 2, 2020 after a long and extended illness, at Tishomingo Community Living Center. Cindy was predeceased by her parents, Ann (2004) and Odie (2011) Curtis. She is survived by her two sons, Korey Frederick and Jonathan Frederick (Melissa); two brothers, Keith Curtis and...

March 1, 2020

Luther Glen Smith, 96, of Iuka, MS, passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2020, at his residence. Glen enjoyed being outdoors, including fishing, gardening, and piddling. He also enjoyed spending time with his family. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 4, 2020, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka, officiated by Lance Foster and Bro. Roger Wood....

February 28, 2020

Carl Ray Grimm, 81, passed away at his home in Collierville, TN, on Friday, February 28, 2020. He leaves behind his wife, Charlotte, six children, 12 grandchildren, and two great grandchildren. Carl owned and operated an auto repair business and auto body repair shop in Memphis before retiring to Eva, TN and the shell business. his passion for building...

February 24, 2020

Helen Louise Knox McKee, 82, of Iuka, MS, passed away on Monday, February 24, 2020, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. Mrs. McKee enjoyed cooking and spending time with her family. She was very active with 4H in her younger years and was a member of Springhill United Methodist Church. She is survived by her daughter, Louise McKee-May...

February 9, 2020

Robert L. Green, 77, of Iuka, MS, passed away on Sunday, February 9, 2020, at his residence. Robert enjoyed watching NASCAR, his model trains, carrying on a conversation with anyone who would carry on a conversation with him, especially the elderly and children, and spending time with his friends and family. The family would like to say a special...

February 8, 2020

Toni Rogers, 79, of Iuka, MS passed away on Saturday, February 8, 2020 at her residence. Toni enjoyed playing computer games and browsing Facebook. She is survived by her husband, Charles Rogers; her sons, Scott Lyell and Randy Lyell; her sister, Jean Rose; her grandchildren, Christy Lyell and Jeremy Lyell (Stephanie); and her great grandchildren, Brodi Batey and Sawyer...

February 4, 2020

Judy Currie Shackelford White of Iuka entered Heaven’s gate on February 4, 2020. Born in 1941 to Edward Shackelford and Aileen Wingo Shackelford, Judy married Thomas White of Iuka in 1957. She pursued a career in Business Management starting with Belk’s Department Stores, earned a bachelor’s degree in Business Management, and rose to become Director of the Business Office...

January 28, 2020

Wayne Williams, 53, of Burnsville, MS, passed away on Tuesday, January 28, 2020, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Wayne enjoyed making people laugh, listening to country music, listening to Elton John, and watching westerns. Wayne was a hard worker, a devout family man, and enjoyed spending time with his children. He is survived by his wife of...

January 26, 2020

Phyllis Lynn Thorn, 69, of Iuka, MS, passed away on Sunday, January 26, 2020, at her residence. Phyllis was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She also enjoyed crafting, sewing, and spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by one son, Eddie Thorn (Annette); one daughter, Tabitha Reece (Jimmy Earl); her sisters, Sybil, Marie, and...

January 26, 2020

James Harold Stricklen, 78, of Burnsville, Ms, passed away on Sunday, January 26, 2020, at his residence.  Harold was a member of Southwest Baptist Church in Burnsville and loved to spend time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren.  Mr. Stricklen was employed for 28 years with ITT in Corinth, MS. and 8 years with Ripley Industries...

January 25, 2020

Virgil Lee Melvin, 83, of Iuka, MS, formerly of Rockford, IL, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2020, at his daughter's residence. He enjoyed fishing, cooking, tinkering, and bird watching. He was a computer enthusiast and an avid gardener. He is survived by his daughter, Lowonda Helms (James); his son, Joseph Melvin (Beverly); his grandchildren, Christopher, Marlana, Roman, Faith,...

January 25, 2020

James Russell Martin, Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army (Retired), age 66, died Saturday, January 25, 2020 at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Services will be at 1pm on Thursday, January 30, 2020 at the Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka with Bro. Dyer Harbor and Bro. Jimmy Daniel officiated. Burial will be in Mount Evergreen Cemetery. Cutshall Funeral Home of...