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.
Eddie Gene Reed
October 5, 2019
Eddie Gene Reed, 66, of Elgin, IL, formerly of Belmont, MS, passed away on Saturday, October 5, 2019. He is survived by his wife, Wendy Reed; two sons, Dyon Reed and Kerry Loveless (Amy); his parents, Bobby Joe and Wanda Reed; two brothers, Sammy Reed (Sheila) and Kenny Reed; two sisters, Gail Gann (Terry) and Cheryl Mills (Jeff); the...
Joanne Grimes
October 4, 2019
Joanne Grimes, 60, of Burnsville, MS, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2019, at Tishomingo Community Living Center. She enjoyed playing Bingo and spending time with her family. She is survived by three sons, Jonathan Horne (Letasha), Jeremy Parmely (Kim), and Jason Parmely (Angela); one sister, Donna Mock; two brothers, Harold Dodson (Laurie) and Randy Walker (Lisa); 11 grandchildren,...
Johnny Ray Watkins
October 4, 2019
Johnny Ray Watkins, 57, of Iuka, MS, formerly of Searcy, AR, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2019, at his sister’s residence in Iuka. He enjoyed fishing and playing music, especially playing his guitar and harmonica. He is survived by his sister, Linda English; his brothers, Loyd Watkins (Kellie) and James Allen Watkins (Sandra); and a host of nieces,...
Myrtle Lambert James
October 3, 2019
Myrtle Lambert James, 87, of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, October 3, 2019, at her daughter’s residence. She was a member of Cliff Haven Church. She enjoyed gospel music, Bingo, and spending time with her family. She is survived by one son, Ronnie James (Kim); two daughters, Shelia Brown and Cheryl Williams (Scott); six grandchildren, Kristie Helton (Lee), Joey Brown...
Steve Murphy
September 30, 2019
Stephen Hugh Murphy, Sr., 70, of Florence, AL, died Monday, September 30, at the North Alabama Medical Center in Florence, AL. He was a graduate of Central High School and the University of North Alabama. He was a licensed pilot and enjoyed all aspects of aviation. He also enjoyed fishing and other outdoor activities, as well as firearms and...
George David Cohoon
September 25, 2019
George David Cohoon, 56, passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2019 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Booneville, MS. He enjoyed traveling and being a free spirit. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 28, at Cowboy Church of Colbert County from 11am until 1pm. He is survived by his mother, Virginia Cohoon; his sisters, Rhonda Reaves (Gene),...
Eural D. Carr
September 25, 2019
Eural D. Carr, 86, of Iuka, MS, passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2019, at North Mississippi Medical Center Hospice Unit in Tupelo. He was born on August 9, 1933 to Henry and Winnie Elizabeth Carr of Dennis, MS. He was an Army veteran. He worked at the aluminum plan in Iuka, MS for 28 years. He was an...
Mary Dean Hall
September 21, 2019
Mary Dean Hall, 85, of Iuka, Mississippi, passed from this life on Saturday, September 21, 2019, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home in Iuka. She was the oldest member of Rocky Springs United Methodist Church She was a diehard Mississippi State Bulldogs and St. Louis Cardinals fan. She was also a great cook and loved to travel. She is survived...
Quay Hall
September 20, 2019
Quay Hall, 93, of Iuka, Mississippi, passed away on Friday, September 20, 2019, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home in Iuka. She enjoyed cooking, sewing, and being with her family. She is survived by her daughter, Pam Smith (Charles); her son, Tom Hall (Annette); her brother, Gene Amerson (Judy); her sisters in law, Glenda Weeks, Averine Hall, and Nadine Hall;...
Pete Johnson
September 16, 2019
Pete Johnson, 58, of Iuka, MS, passed away on Monday, September 16, 2019, at his residence in Iuka, Mississippi. He enjoyed trading horses and spending time with his family. He truly enjoyed life. He is survived by his daughters, Jana Ross (Greg), Jacy Mitchell, and Jessica Oathout; his son, Jeremy Mitchell; his brother, Johnny Johnson (Becky); his aunts, Elsie...
Ellis Leon Snow
September 14, 2019
Ellis Leon Snow, 79, passed away on Saturday, September 14, 2019 at his residence. He was of the Baptist faith, enjoyed being a member of various car clubs, and going to the mountains. He is survived by his children, Pam Cox, Regina Perata Diaz, and Luke Snow; 4 grandchildren; his sister, Margaret Gahagan; and special friends, Melvin and Sharon...
Billie I. Watson
September 5, 2019
Billie I. Watson, 90, of Iuka, Mississippi, passed away on Thursday, September 5, 2019, at Tishomingo Community Living Center in Iuka. She enjoyed quilting and spending time with her family. She was a member at Snowdown United Methodist Church. She is survived by her niece, Wanda Sanderson (Larry); her nephew, Jimmy McVay (Charlotte); her grand nieces, Lauren Davis (John),...
Steve Shelton
September 3, 2019
Steve Shelton, 62, of Corinth, MS, passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2019, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. Steve was an avid baseball fan, enjoying watching the Atlanta Braves, St. Louis Cardinals, and the Missouri Tigers, but his favorite team to watch was the one his grandson was playing on. He was a faithful member of The...
Bertha Jean Johnson Lewis
September 1, 2019
Bertha Jean Johnson Lewis passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 31, 2019 in her adopted hometown of Covington, LA. She is preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, L. R. Lewis Jr. Her parents Elmo Johnson & Ruth Walker Johnson and brothers Bill Johnson & Leon Johnson. She is survived by daughters Debra Jean Lewis & Mary...
Billy King Carter
August 30, 2019
Billy King Carter, of Iuka, died peacefully in his home on Friday, August 30, 2019. Billy was a beloved member of our community. He served as a Deacon at Iuka First Missionary Baptist Church. He enjoyed many outdoor activities, especially fishing. He was a jack of all trade. A beloved father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. Survivors include his son,...
Max Ray Whitehead
August 30, 2019
Maxwell Ray “Mack” Whitehead, 85, of Tishomingo, MS, died Friday, August 30, 2019, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Mr. Whitehead was born January 5, 1934, one of nine children to Lonzo Whitehead and Hester Frost Whitehead. He was known to most simply as “Mack”. He was married to Betty Ann Butler of Paden, MS, who passed...
Herbert "Dude" Calvin Thomas, Jr.
August 29, 2019
Herbert “Dude” Calvin Thomas, Jr., 80, of Iuka, MS, passed away on Thursday, August 29, 2019, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka, Mississippi. He was a member of LU IBEW #558. He was an electrician by trade. He was a member of the Gideon’s International and was a speaker for them. He was a lay delegate for the...
Laverne P. "Polly" Sparks Passmore Hargett
August 25, 2019
On Sunday, August 25th, 2019, the Rock of our family went home to walk in the glory of God. LaVerne Pauline "Polly" Hargett was born on April 4th, 1934 and lived a long life with many endeavors. Polly was an avid quilter and had an excellent reputation for the quality of her work. She will forever be held firmly...
Patricia Mae Largent
August 25, 2019
Patricia Mae Largent, 82, of Iuka, Mississippi, passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2019, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. She was born on August 10, 1937 to the late Stephen and Natalie Suchan. She enjoyed crocheting, doing crossword puzzles, and playing games on her tablet. She is survived by her son, David Largent of Iuka; and numerous...
Dorothy "Dot" Helton
August 25, 2019
Dorothy “Dot” Helton, 93, of Iuka, Mississippi, passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2019, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home in Iuka. Mrs. Dot was a RN for 50 plus years, working in hospitals, doctors’ offices, and retired as a school nurse in Rolling Fork, MS. She was a member of Iuka Baptist Church. She is survived by her Kathy...
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