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.
Jim "Butch" Bills
February 4, 2018
James Maurice “Butch” Bills, 73, of Iuka, MS, formerly of Brazoria County, TX, died Sunday, February 4, 2018, at his residence. Mr. Bills was a U. S. Army veteran of the Korean War and the Vietnam War. He was a lifelong police officer, and retired from the Sweeny Police Department in Sweeny, TX. He was also formerly employed at...
Brett H. Finch
February 2, 2018
Brett H. Finch, 46, passed away Friday, February 2, 2018 as the result of a car accident. Brett enjoyed doing anything outdoors, including kayaking, fishing, shooting guns, throwing around a frisbee, taking care of animals, and riding four wheelers. His favorite pastime was spending time with his family, especially his children and grandchildren. He was known for always wearing...
Donald K. Yow
January 29, 2018
Donald K. Yow, 78, of Iuka, MS, died Monday, January 29, 2018, at Methodist University Hospital in Memphis, TN. Donald enjoyed hunting, fishing, and taking care of his chickens and dogs. He also enjoyed doing construction and carpentry work. His favorite pastime was spending time with his family. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 31,...
Etta Rae Wilson
January 28, 2018
Etta Rae Wilson, 80, of Booneville, MS, died Sunday, January 28, 2018, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home in Iuka. She enjoyed bowling, reading, and doing needle point. She also enjoyed playing BINGO with others at Tishomingo Manor and spending time with her family. Visitation is scheduled from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 30, 2018 at Cutshall Funeral...
Stephen Lynn Croft, Sr.
January 24, 2018
Stephen Lynn Croft, Sr., 60, of Iuka, MS, died Wednesday, January 24, 2018, at his residence. Stephen enjoyed fishing, gardening, and taking care of his animals. He also enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka, MS is entrusted with arrangements. He is survived by his mother, Earnestine Croft Wright; his sons, Alex Croft...
Willie Jr Hamilton
January 24, 2018
Willie Jr Hamilton, 88, of Corinth, MS, died Wednesday, January 24, 2018, at Cornerstone Health and Rehabilitation in Corinth. Mr. Hamilton enjoyed working on lawn mowers and mowing yards. He also enjoyed riding around town in his pickup truck, going to KFC for lunch, enjoying strawberry ice cream, and going to visit his friends at the Bishop Center. Willie...
Elizabeth J."Bette" Nelson
January 22, 2018
Elizabeth J. “Bette” Nelson, age 91, passed away on January 22, 2018, at her residence. She was born December 27, 1926, in Miami, FL, and retired from the Department of Human Services in Iuka. She was an active member in the Iuka Methodist Church and served many years on various committees for the church, sang in the choir for...
Jimmie Eaton
January 22, 2018
Jimmie F. Eaton, 78, of Iuka, MS, died Monday, January 22, 2018, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home in Iuka. She enjoyed listening to music, especially Alan Jackson, and reading. She enjoyed watching Walker Texas Ranger and Lonesome Dove. Her favorite pastime was spending time with family, especially her grandchildren. She also enjoyed cooking and family get togethers. Funeral services...
Jake Alexander Walters
January 19, 2018
Jake Alexander Walters, 30, of Iuka, MS, died Friday, January 19, 2018, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 a.m., Monday, January 22, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka, officiated by Brandon Grissom. Interment will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery. Pallbearers include Jeffrey Flack, Chad Walters, Zack Parsons, Nim Wilson, Nicki...
Pauline "Cricket" Lambert Mcquilliams Brown
January 14, 2018
Pauline “Cricket” Lambert McQuilliams Brown, 96, of Iuka, MS, died Sunday, January 14, 2018, at the Tishomingo Community Living Center. Mrs. Brown was a homemaker and enjoyed gardening and canning. She was an animal lover, and enjoyed raising and caring for her chickens, guineas, and other animals, including her pet turkey. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m.,...
Harold E. Greene
January 10, 2018
Visitation for Mr. Harold E. Greene will be held at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka on Sunday, January 14, 2018 from 1:00 P.M. until 3:00 P.M. Burial will be in Tishomingo Cemetery.
Nickey Cummings
January 9, 2018
Nickey Cummings, 54, of Iuka, MS, died Tuesday, January 9, 2018, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Nickey was a member of New Liberty Baptist Church, and was chief of the Burnsville Volunteer Fire Department. He was also Tishomingo County Electric Power Association Board President and Yellow Creek Port Authority Board President. Nickey worked at Columbia Gulf...
Betty R. Lambert
January 2, 2018
Betty R. Lambert, 75, of Iuka, MS, died Tuesday, January 2, 2018, at her residence in Iuka. Betty enjoyed spending her time with her family and being a housewife. She also enjoyed shopping for shoes and going to yard sales. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Thursday, January 4, 2018, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka, officiated...
Lynn Reid Daniel Nixon
January 1, 2018
Lynn R. Nixon, 94, of Iuka, MS, died Monday, January 1, 2018, at Southern Magnolia Estates in Iuka. She was a member of the Iuka United Methodist Church, and was very active in D.A.R. She was known for her work with flower arrangements, which was evident with her IKEBANO flower arrangements. She was noted in the Alabama and Tennessee...
Roy E. Puckett
December 31, 2017
Roy E. Puckett, 82, of Burnsville, MS, died Sunday, December 31, 2017, at his residence. Roy enjoyed fishing. He was a very loving person who would help anyone and everyone he encountered if he could. He also enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 3, 2018, at Harmony Hill...
Michelle James Rye
December 30, 2017
Michelle James Rye, 49, of Iuka, MS, died Saturday, December 30, 2017, at her residence. Michelle was a member of Asphalt Rock Baptist Church. She was employed at Waterway, Inc. where she worked as an administrative assistant. She loved spending time with her grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 8:00 p.m., Saturday, January 6, at Cutshall Funeral Home...
Peggy J. Walker
December 28, 2017
Peggy J. Walker, 72, of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, December 28, 2017, at Sanctuary Hospice House in Tupelo. Peggy enjoyed quilting, doing cross stitch, and cooking. She was a member of Mt. Glory Baptist Church. Her greatest blessing was her family and cherished the time spent with them. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Sunday, December 31, at...
Clayton Douglas Clingan
December 28, 2017
Clayton Douglas Clingan, 60, of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, December 28, 2017, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Mr. Clingan enjoyed hunting, fishing, watching NASCAR, and drinking coffee. He also enjoyed walking the shores of Bear Creek with his dog, Lady, and hunting Native American artifacts. His favorite pastime was spending time with his family, especially his beloved...
Linda Gray Lovelace
December 25, 2017
Linda Gray Lovelace, 61, of Burnsville, MS, died Monday, December 25, 2017, at Diversicare in Tupelo, MS. Linda enjoyed watching television and working. She was an avid animal lover, especially when it came to her cat, Mikey. Her favorite pastime was spending time with her family. Visitation is scheduled for 5pm until 9pm, Wednesday, December 27, 2017 at Cutshall...
Ruth V. Stockwell
December 20, 2017
Ruth V. Jones Lee Stockwell, 94, of Iuka, MS, passed away on Wednesday, December 20, 2017, at Southern Magnolia Estates in Iuka. Ruth enjoyed listening to gospel music, cooking, and collecting cookbooks. Funeral services are scheduled for 3:00 p.m., Friday, December 22, 2017, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka, officiated by Bro. Jerry George. Interment will follow in...
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