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.

Frances Williams

Frances Williams

August 27, 2018

Frances Williams, 80, of Glen, MS, passed away Monday, August 27, 2018, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. She was a dedicated member of Harmony Hill Baptist Church. She enjoyed raising her family and spending time with them. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, flowers, and working puzzles. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 28, 2018,...

Hubert Rhay Robinson

Hubert Rhay Robinson

August 26, 2018

Hubert Rhay Robinson, 89, of Burnsville, MS, passed away Sunday, August 26, 2018 at Carrington House in Iuka, MS. He was born September 3, 1928 in Calhoun City, MS, the ninth of ten children born to Ollie Mae Epperson Robinson and Maschiel E. Robinson. Hubert Rhay attended school in Burnsville and graduated from Burnsville High School in 1947 where...

Donna Watson Scott

Donna Watson Scott

August 25, 2018

Donna Watson Scott, 74, died Saturday, August 25, 2018 at her residence in Iuka.  She was born February 29, 1944 in Burnsville, MS.  She was a former employee of Brach Candy Company in Chicago, Tishomingo County Hospital, and had worked alongside her husband and son in the family business, S & S Electronics, for thirty years.  Services will be...

Joe Barlow

Joe Barlow

August 23, 2018

Dr. Joe Ray Barlow, 83, of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, August 23, 2018, at his residence. Dr. Barlow was a U. S. Army veteran and achieved the rank of Captain serving as the dentist for the Guard Sentinels of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery. He was also a long-time local dentist, serving the Iuka...

Josh Vaughn

Josh Vaughn

August 22, 2018

Josh Vaughn, 28, of Burnsville, MS, passed away Wednesday, August 22, 2018, at his residence. Josh enjoyed hunting deer and turkey. He was a lover of history and enjoyed watching the History Channel. He was a member of The Station Church and an avid sports fan, especially baseball and Ole Miss football. His greatest joy was his wife and...

Steve Cupples

Steve Cupples

August 22, 2018

Steven Dale “Uncle Steve” Cupples, 64, of Iuka, MS, died Wednesday, August 22, 2018, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Steve was formerly employed as a welder at Monotech for 11 years. Prior to that he was a lifelong roofer. He enjoyed playing the guitar and singing, writing songs, and listening to music. He was known for making...

Shelaine Hardwick

Shelaine Hardwick

August 19, 2018

Shelaine Hardwick, 69, of Iuka, MS, died Sunday, August 19, 2018 at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. She enjoyed working and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka, MS is entrusted with arrangements. She is survived by her daughter, Tonya Pruitt (Robbie); her son, Drew Hardwick (Samantha); her grandchildren, Maggie Clare Pruitt,...

Billie Burke Thomas

Billie Burke Thomas

August 17, 2018

Billie Burke Whitehurst Thomas, age 101, died at her home on Friday, August 17, 2018. She was born Biddie Berte Carlton on November 28, 1916 in Montgomery County, Mississippi near the town of Eskridge to George Martin and Ella Pearl (Johnson) Carlton. At the death of her father in 1919 she was adopted through the Mississippi Children’s Home by...

Eloise Drinkard

Eloise Drinkard

August 16, 2018

Eloise Drinkard, 85, of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, August 16, 2018, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home in Iuka. Eloise was a nurse for 30 plus years and retired from Whitfield Nursing Home where she was the head LPN. She was a member of Mt. Gilead Baptist Church. She also enjoyed doing crossword puzzles, crocheting, working in her flower garden,...

Richard Smith

Richard Smith

August 13, 2018

Richard Smith, 63, of Corinth, MS, died Monday, August 13, 2018, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home in Iuka. Richard enjoyed watching movies and wrestling. He loved working in his flower garden and helping his neighbors with their flowers as well. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, August 19, 2018 at The Central Church at 12:30 p.m. Cutshall...

Eunell Skinner Handy

Eunell Skinner Handy

August 12, 2018

Eunell Skinner Handy, 82, of Burnsville, MS, died Sunday, August 12, 2018, at her residence. She enjoyed researching her family’s genealogy and volunteering at the Iuka Museum and the Iuka Library. She was a member of Daughters of the American Revolution, United Daughters of the Confederacy, the Red Hat Club, and was an active member of Harmony Hill Baptist Church....

Karen Ruth Green

Karen Ruth Green

August 11, 2018

Karen Ruth Green, 61, of Iuka, MS, died Saturday, August 11, 2018, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. Karen was a loving and caring person who enjoyed talking to her family and friends. She especially loved spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her mother, Ruthie Green of Iuka; one daughter, Jennifer Jones of Iuka; a sister, Harriett...

Brian David Colby

Brian David Colby

August 10, 2018

Brian David Colby, 46, of Iuka, MS, died Friday, August 10, 2018, at his residence. Brian enjoyed golfing, listening to music, and cooking for others. He was an avid Cubs fan and enjoyed spending time with his niece, Amelia. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 18, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. at the Church of God in...

Jackie "J. W." Brumley

Jackie "J. W." Brumley

August 8, 2018

Jackie Wayne “J.W.” Brumley, 72, of Southaven, MS, formerly of Iuka, MS, died Wednesday, August 8, 2018, at Methodist Hospital in Germantown. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, farming, and working. His favorite pastime was spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Debbie Brumley; his daughters, Michelle Lollar (Lee) and Jenny McEndree (Justin); his...

Leon Ferguson

Leon Ferguson

August 8, 2018

Aubrey Leon Ferguson, 85, of Hernando, MS, died Wednesday, August 8, 2018, at Baptist Memorial Hospital - Desoto. Mr. Ferguson was a member of Hernando Baptist Church. He was also a U. S. Army veteran and served in Okinawa during the Korean War. He earned a bachelor’s degree in industrial management from Mississippi State University and was employed as...

Martha Ann Tidwell

Martha Ann Tidwell

August 6, 2018

Martha Ann McVay Tidwell, 76, of Iuka, MS, died Monday, August 6, 2018, at Tishomingo Community Living Center. She was retired from Falcon Manufacturing in Belmont. She is survived by two sons, Michael Tidwell and Joseph Tidwell, both of Tishomingo; one daughter, Bridget Tidwell Whitfield of Corinth; two brothers, Charles McVay of Iuka, and Stanley McVay of Allsboro, AL;...

Shirley Grimes

Shirley Grimes

August 5, 2018

Shirley Grimes, 66, of Iuka, MS, died Sunday, August 5, 2018, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Shirley enjoyed doing crossword puzzles, reading, going to yard sales, and collecting salt and pepper shakers. She also enjoyed all kinds of crafting such as sewing, knitting, and crocheting. Her favorite past time was spending time with her family. She was...

Bobby Dean Phifer

Bobby Dean Phifer

August 3, 2018

Bobby D. Phifer, 72, of Iuka, MS, died Friday, August 3, 2018, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home in Iuka. He loved visiting with people and carrying on conversations with them. He also enjoyed spending time with his family. He is survived by his grandson, Ben Phifer of Iuka; and a host of family and friends. He was preceded in...

Carol S. Rose

Carol S. Rose

July 31, 2018

Carolyn Sue Rose, 74, of Iuka, MS, died Tuesday, July 31, 2018, at Magnolia Regional Health Center. Carol enjoyed fishing and spending time with her grandchildren. She also liked playing cards, Yahtzee, and Bingo. She is survived by her husband, James P. Rose of Iuka; one son, Terry Stanfill (Debbie) of Iuka; three step-children, Tobias Rose, Tula Lee, and...

Charline Crane

Charline Crane

July 31, 2018

Leatrice Charline Crane, 88, of Paden, MS, passed away Tuesday, July 31, 2018, at Southern Magnolia Estates in Iuka. Heaven just got a little sweeter. Born July 8, 1930, Mrs. Crane was the daughter of Charlie Frank and Mona Wheeler Walden. She married Clevis Crane on January 22, 1955, and moved to East Peoria, IL, where they made their...

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