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.
Christine Ham
October 6, 2020
Christine Ham, 81, of Cherokee, AL passed away on Tuesday, October 6, 2020 at Tishomingo Community Living Center. Christine was a sweet soul who enjoyed helping others. Her passion in life was being a caretaker to everyone, especially her family and friends. She was a member of Cherokee Church of Christ. Christine also enjoyed cooking and spending time with...
Lori A. Weaver
October 6, 2020
Lori A. Weaver, 57, of Iuka, MS passed away on Tuesday, October 6, 2020 at her residence. She enjoyed putting together jigsaw puzzles, traveling to the mountains and to the beach and going to yard sales. She was a member of First Freewill Baptist Church and enjoyed reading her bible. She also enjoyed spending time with her cat, Jazzi,...
Carolyn Lynn Latch
October 5, 2020
Carolyn Lynn Latch, 63, of Iuka, MS passed away on Monday, October 5, 2020 at Tishomingo Community Living Center. She enjoyed watching cartoons, coloring, and playing with her dolls. She is survived by her sisters, Judy Brown (Bob) and Jane Russell (Ernie); her brothers, Tommy Latch (Denisa), Johnny Latch (Vicki), and Lamar Latch; and a host of nieces and...
Buster Watts
October 3, 2020
Elbert Whitman “Buster” Watts, Jr., 47, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, October 3, 2020, at his residence. Buster enjoyed fishing and dirt track racing. He also loved to spend time with his children and dogs. He is survived by his wife, Christy Watts; two daughters, Hannah Watts and Whitney Watts; one son, Riley Watts; three sisters, Patricia Hudson, Cathy...
Ava W. Wimbish
September 24, 2020
On September 24, 2020, Ava Maureen Wade Wiimbish passed from this world into the next. She loved her family, here and gone on before, with all her heart. Ava was the second child of Robert Sidney Wade and Ila Alberta Armstrong Wade, born June 29, 1932 and raised in Holcut, MS, surrounded by extended family. Her cousins were her...
Margaret Ann Cundiff
September 20, 2020
Margaret A. Cundiff, 74, of Marana, Arizona, formerly of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, September 20, 2020, at her residence. She was a member of Pleasant Grove Church of Christ. She is survived by four sons, Gene Hudson (Tracy), Jeff Hudson (Deborah), Chris Hudson (Miriam), and Kelly Hudson; one daughter, B. Michelle Shea (Allen); a step-daughter, Tina Collins; two sisters,...
Orville "O.J." Joel Bowling
September 16, 2020
Orville Joel “O J” Bowling was born in Iuka, MS on May 24, 1930, the youngest of 3 sons. He peacefully left this life on Wednesday, September 16, 2020 at The Tishomingo Manor in Iuka with his son by his side. O J was 90 years old and of the Baptist faith. Like so many of the young men...
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...
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