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.
Annette Daniel Tucker
April 6, 2018
Annette Daniel Tucker, 81, of Iuka, MS, died Friday, April 6, 2018, at Cornerstone Health and Rehab in Corinth. She was a dedicated member of Harmony United Methodist Church, and also of the Harmony United Methodist Women. She attended Central School, and was a 1954 graduate of Iuka High School. She loved music and sang and played guitar with...
Ruby Jewel Johnson
April 4, 2018
Ruby Jewel Johnson, 91, of Iuka, MS, died Wednesday, April 4, 2018, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. She was a homemaker and was of the Baptist Faith. She enjoyed gardening, her flowers, and cooking for her large family. She lovingly reared nine children. Visitation is scheduled for 10 AM until 1 PM on Friday, April 6, at...
Genevieve L. Johnson
March 31, 2018
Genevieve “Gen” Lindstrom Johnson, 80, of Iuka, MS, died Saturday, March 31, 2018, at Sanctuary Hospice House in Tupelo after a courageous 15-year battle with ovarian cancer. She was a very vocal advocate of homeopathic treatments for cancer, which she used solely for 11 years successfully, at which point the cancer returned and metastised leading her being forced into...
Earlene "Punkin" Kay
March 30, 2018
Geneva Earlene “Punkin’” Kay, 72, of Tishomingo, MS, died Friday, March 30, 2018, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. Mrs. Kay loved car racing and fishing. She also enjoyed watching birds and squirrels from her window. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Saturday, March 31, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 3:00 p.m.,...
Ishbel Mcdougal
March 25, 2018
Ishbel Medley McDougal, 88, of Tishomingo, MS, died Sunday, March 25, 2018, at her residence. Mrs. McDougal was an avid sports fan and loved watching sports of all kinds on TV. She enjoyed cooking, especially baking, and was known for her chocolate pies and jam cakes. Mrs. McDougal loved animals and watching Animal Planet on TV, as well as...
Sam Reid
March 20, 2018
Lemuel Edward “Sam” Reid, 87, of Dennis, MS, died Tuesday, March 20, 2018, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m., Saturday, March 24, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka, officiated by Bro. John Bray, Bro. Jerome Johnson, and Sabrina Thorne. Interment will follow in Bethlehem Cemetery with masonic and military...
James M. "Bill" Mcduffy
March 18, 2018
James M. “Bill” McDuffy, 93, of Iuka, MS, died Sunday, March 18, 2018, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home in Iuka. He was a retired U.S. Navy veteran and served in WWII as well as other conflicts. He was a member of the American Legion Post #15 of Iuka, and the VFW in Corinth. In his spare time he thoroughly...
Ann Carpenter
March 14, 2018
Ann Carpenter, 88, of Iuka, MS, died Wednesday, March 14, 2018, at Landmark Nursing Home in Booneville, MS. She was born February 24, 1930 in Huntersville, NC. Visitation is scheduled for 11 AM until 1 PM on Friday, March 16, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m., Friday, March 16, 2018, at Cutshall...
Ollie Mae Mccoy
March 11, 2018
Ollie Mae McCoy, 89, of Iuka, MS, died Sunday, March 11, 2018, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. Mrs. McCoy was of the Methodist faith and was retired from Genesco Shoe Company after 43 years of employment. She loved flowers, as well as gardening and canning. She also enjoyed quilting and crocheting, cooking with her grandchildren, and attending gospel singings...
Rev. Al Green
March 7, 2018
Reverend Algie Lavern “Al” Green, Jr. passed away at home in Iuka, MS, on March 7, 2018, following a lengthy bout with cancer. Rev. Green was a faithful servant of the Lord in four different churches, mainly in the southern part of Mississippi, and he and his wife, Emily, were international missionaries in Argentina for 16 years. After retirement...
Verlene Curtis Hodge
March 1, 2018
Doris Verlene Curtis Hodge, 91, of Covington, TN, formerly of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, March 1, 2018, at the Covington Care Center in Covington, TN. Verlene enjoyed cooking and listening to music. She liked to crochet and spent a good amount of her time crocheting hats to donate to the children at St. Jude’s and to the people at...
Steve Allen Pitt
February 28, 2018
Steve Allen Pitt, 57, of Iuka, MS (formerly of Memphis, TN), passed away on Wednesday, February 28, 2018 at his residence. He is survived by his daughter, Talmadge Youngblood of Cottage Grove, TN; and his sister, Lisa Cashion of Olive Branch, MS.
Gerald C. Parsons
February 23, 2018
Gerald C. Parsons, of Iuka, Mississippi died Friday, February 23, 2018 at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. He is survived by his wife, Earlene Ruby Cain Parsons of Iuka; his sister, Velma Montgomery of Iuka; and his four children: Sharon Shea (Mikey) of Iuka, Glenda Newcomb (Chester) of Iuka, Melissa Henderson (Eddie) of Burnsville, and Danny Parsons (Dora)...
Marshall D. Edge
February 22, 2018
Marshall D. Edge, 66, of Iuka, MS (formerly of Booneville, MS), died Thursday, February 22, 2018, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. He was a “self-made man” that enjoyed being in business, and always making deals. He was the owner of Goat Island Boat and RV Storage, along with other businesses. He enjoyed fishing in his spare...
James "Jim" E. Mitchell
February 14, 2018
James E. “Jim” Mitchell, 79, of Iuka, MS, died Wednesday, February 14, 2018, at his residence. He enjoyed boating, camping, gardening, and getting in his travel trailer and going places. His favorite pastime was spending time with his wife, Betty, his family, and his dog, Scooter. Funeral services are scheduled for 11 AM on Saturday, February 17, 2018, at...
Katie A. Phifer
February 13, 2018
Katie A. Phifer, 69, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 13, 2018. A native of Tishomingo, MS, she was a retired employee of Josten’s Inc. in Memphis, TN. She was of the Baptist faith. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Saturday, February 17, 2018, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka. Interment will follow...
Jennie Ray Morris
February 11, 2018
Jennie Ray (Cresap) Morris born August 12, 1931, lay at rest Sunday, February 11, 2018 at North Mississippi Medical Center Tupelo, unexpectedly. Jennie Ray graduated from Central School of Iuka of where she played basketball, and often shared those memories. She retired as a dietician from North Mississippi Medical Center Iuka in 1997. Jennie Ray, known as Granny by...
James C. Harvey
February 7, 2018
James C. Harvey, 90, of Iuka, MS, died Wednesday, February 7, 2018, at the Tishomingo Community Living Center. He was a U.S. Navy veteran and was a Mason and member of the Iuka Lodge #94 F&AM. He was a Doctor of Theology and enjoyed his Bible study and prayer. He enjoyed working in his yard and being outside. Funeral...
Lois M. White
February 6, 2018
Lois Maciele White, 77, of Iuka, MS, died Tuesday, February 6, 2018, at Southern Magnolia Estates in Iuka. Mrs. White was of the Baptist faith. She retired from I.T.T. in Corinth after 21 years of employment. She enjoyed fishing and spending time at the river. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 7, at Cutshall Funeral...
Patricia Ann Parker
February 6, 2018
Patricia Ann “Meme” Parker, 83, of Cherokee, AL, died Tuesday, February 06, 2018, at her residence. She enjoyed watching T.V. and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. until 1:00 p.m., Thursday, February 8, 2018 at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m.,...
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