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.

Helen Louise Knox Mckee

Helen Louise Knox Mckee

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...

Robert L. Green

Robert L. Green

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...

Toni Rogers

Toni Rogers

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...

Judy Currie Shackelford White

Judy Currie Shackelford White

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...

Wayne Williams

Wayne Williams

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...

Phyllis Lynn Thorn

Phyllis Lynn Thorn

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...

James Harold Stricklen

James Harold Stricklen

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...

Virgil Lee Melvin

Virgil Lee Melvin

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,...

James Russell Martin

James Russell Martin

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...

Charles R. Bullard

Charles R. Bullard

January 24, 2020

Charles R. Bullard, 82, of Iuka, passed away on Friday, January 24, 2020 at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. Charles enjoyed going to church at Patrick United Methodist Church where he was a member. He also enjoyed singing, watching Ole Miss Rebel Football, and the St. Louis Cardinals play baseball. He is survived by his niece, Pam Bullard of Bartlett,...

Billy W. Richardson

Billy W. Richardson

January 23, 2020

Billy Watson Richardson, 80, of Camden, TN, formerly of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, January 23, 2020, at Camden General Hospital. Billy was a disabled U. S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War and a former business owner. He was very interested in politics and was a devout Republican. He also enjoyed genealogy. He is survived by his wife, JoAnn...

Larry R. Martin

Larry R. Martin

January 23, 2020

Larry R. Martin, 67, of Burnsville, MS, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2020, at his residence. Larry was an avid fan of Alabama Crimson Tide football. He also enjoyed cooking and spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Linda Martin; his daughters, Anna Boothe (John) and Sarah Schiel; his son, Richard...

Franklin Dewayne Hudson

Franklin Dewayne Hudson

January 22, 2020

Franklin DeWayne Hudson, 39, of Savannah, TN passed away on January 22, 2020. He enjoyed cars, pool, darts, and guns. His favorite color was green and he enjoyed all types of music. He could always make you smile and had the kindest heart. He is survived by his parents, Franklin Monroe Hudson, Jr., and Tonya Jean Shelton Evans; his...

Anne Holtsford

Anne Holtsford

January 22, 2020

IUKA, MS - Virginia Anne Holtsford, 73, passed away peacefully at her home on January 22, 2020 after a two-year battle with cancer  Ms. Holtsford was the first Judicial Assistant for Judge E. Grady Jolly, Senior United States Circuit Judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit with chambers in Jackson, MS.  She served from...

Tommy Johnson

Tommy Johnson

January 17, 2020

Tommy Johnson, 67, of Iuka, MS, passed away on Friday, January 17, 2020, at his residence. Tommy was well known throughout the community for his gardening, which he freely gave to his family and community. He enjoyed his hunting trips, cooking fish for others, and welding. He was loved by many who referred to him as Paw and Uncle...

Donald Edward Bray

Donald Edward Bray

January 17, 2020

Donald E. Bray, 62, of Iuka, MS, died Friday, January 17, 2020, at his residence. Donald was a mechanic who enjoyed trading and fishing. He also took care of his mother for the previous 15 years and enjoyed spending time with his family. He is survived by his mother, Lona Bray; a son, Dustin Eric Bray; five brothers, Chester...

Bob Dennis

Bob Dennis

January 17, 2020

Robert D. “Bob” Dennis, 87, of Iuka, MS, died Friday, January 17, 2020, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Bob loved music and enjoyed playing the bass guitar at the VFW and the nursing home. He also enjoyed eating at Hardee’s. He is survived by a sister, Janet Rast of Cherokee Village, AR. He was preceded in...

Rachel L. Robinson

Rachel L. Robinson

January 17, 2020

Rachel L. Robinson, 93, of Tishomingo, MS, passed away on Friday, January 17, 2020, at her residence. Rachel enjoyed listening to The Gaither’s sing gospel music, cooking, working in her flower garden, and watching hummingbirds. She also enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and her animals, Blackie and Dixon. She is survived by one son, Anthony...

Bonnie Jean Weathers

Bonnie Jean Weathers

January 16, 2020

Bonnie Jean “Mamaw” Weathers, 68, of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, January 16, 2020, at Magnolia Regional Health Center. Bonnie was a member of Unity Baptist Church. She enjoyed bowling and sewing, and especially loved spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by one son, Ben Weathers (Natalia); two daughters, Teresa Porterfield and Tina Pannell; one brother, Thurman Glover;...

Bill Herron

Bill Herron

January 12, 2020

Bill Herron, 94, of Bartlett, TN, formerly of Iuka, MS, passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2020 at Saint Francis Hospital - Bartlett. Bill was a member of Iuka Baptist Church and retired from the Memphis Transit Authority. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, bowling, and golfing. He is survived by his wife of 73 years, Doris Gean Herron; his...

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