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.
Jimmy Dale Pruitt
October 7, 2017
Jimmy Dale Pruitt, 67, of Iuka, MS, died Saturday, October 7, 2017, at his residence. Jimmy enjoyed watching wrestling and listening to old country music. His favorite pastime was spending time with his family. A private service will be held at 3 pm, Tuesday, October 10, 2017 at Morris Hill Cemetery. Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka, MS is entrusted...
Adrianne Leecole Byrd
October 5, 2017
Adrianne Leecole Byrd, 28, of Burnsville, MS, died Thursday, October 5, 2017, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. She loved listening to music, and enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her son. She liked making people laugh, gardening, and photography. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Saturday, October 7, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Glen....
Wiley Roger "Mickey" Wingo
October 4, 2017
Wiley Roger “Mickey” Wingo, 83, of Iuka, MS, died Wednesday, October 4, 2017, at his residence. Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 a.m., Saturday, October 7, at Mission Lighthouse Church, officiated by Bro. John Gwatney. Interment will follow in Snowdown Cemetery. Pallbearers include his grandsons, Seth Wingo, Chance Wingo, Isaac Wingo, Chris Wingo, Channing Stanfield, Jason Powell, Jonathan Sanders,...
Henry W. Cooper
October 4, 2017
Henry Waymon Cooper, 87, of Iuka, MS, died Wednesday, October 4, 2017, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. He was a retired Army veteran who served in the Vietnam War and the Korean Conflict. He loved working in his yard and spending time with his family. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m., Saturday, October 7, at Cutshall...
A. J. Nunley
September 26, 2017
A. J. Nunley, 90, of Iuka, MS, died Tuesday, September 26, 2017, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 a.m., Saturday, September 30, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka, officiated by Bro. Hal Holt and Rev. J. B. Burns. Interment will follow in Providence Cemetery. Pallbearers include Phillip South, Michael Crabb, Junior McKee, Larry...
Shirley Ann Thorne
September 25, 2017
Shirley Ann Thorne, 66, of Tishomingo, MS, died Monday, September 25, 2017, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Shirley was a faithful member of Boggs Chapel United Methodist Church and enjoyed church singings. She retired from the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka after 45 years. She enjoyed playing the piano and taking pictures. Shirley loved being surrounded...
Luther Varnell Davis
September 20, 2017
Luther Varnell Davis, 72, of Iuka, MS, died Wednesday, September 20, 2017, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home in Iuka. Mr. Davis loved the Lord, and grew up attending Hubbard Salem Church. He was happily married for 51 years, and enjoyed spending time with his family. He was also an animal lover, and enjoyed hunting and running his dogs. Mr....
James Stacy Cox
September 18, 2017
James Stacy Cox, 68, passed away on Monday, September 18, 2017, at his daughter’s residence. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and woodworking. His favorite pastime was spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m., Thursday, September 21, 2017, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka, officiated by Bro. Fay Crowe. Interment will follow...
Donna Phillips Dean
September 16, 2017
Donna Phillips Dean, 49, of Iuka, MS, passed away on Saturday, September 16, 2017, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Donna enjoyed decorating, everything from weddings, birthday parties, and family gatherings. She also enjoyed scrapbooking, shopping, going to the beach, and spending time with her family. Her favorite morning pastime was sitting on her porch with Richard and...
Bettye Jourdan Brown
September 16, 2017
Bettye Ruth Jourdan Brown of Iuka, Mississippi died at her home on Saturday, September 16. 2017. The only child of J.C. “Jim” Jourdan and Gladys Virginia Carmichael Jourdan, Bettye Ruth, as she was fondly known, was born on February 15, 1929. She graduated from Iuka High School and attended Stephens College in Columbia, Missouri. Bettye graduated from the University...
Randy L. Stanley
September 14, 2017
Randy Lynn Stanley, 56, of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, September 14, 2017, at Bolivar General Hospital in Bolivar, TN. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Sunday, September 17, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka, officiated by Bro. Jimmy Daniel. Interment will follow in Antioch Cemetery. Visitation is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral...
James Browning
September 13, 2017
James Browning, 89, of Tishomingo, MS, died Wednesday, September 13, 2017, at Methodist Olive Branch Hospital. He was born December 28, 1927 to H.A. “Bud” and Daisy Browning. He graduated from Tishomingo High School, and attended Northeast Mississippi Community College. He worked as a Grade A dairy farmer. He was an U.S. Army veteran of the Korean Conflict, and...
Bobbye A. Bonds
September 13, 2017
Bobbye A. Bonds, 86, of Cordova, TN, previously of Counce, TN, passed away on September 13, 2017. She enjoyed reading and doing crafts. She previously owned The Mulberry Tree, a ceramic shop, in Counce. She loved going out to eat with friends, listening to classic country music and old-time gospel music, and spending time with her family. Visitation is...
Jordan T. Flanagan
September 10, 2017
Jordan T. Flanagan, 23, of Iuka, MS passed away September 10, 2017. He was employed at Johnson Construction out of Savannah, TN. He enjoyed life to the fullest. Spending time with his friends was his favorite thing. A memorial service will begin on Saturday, September 16, 2017 at 3:00 P.M. at New Salem Baptist Church. Cutshall Funeral Home of...
Ethel Ford
September 9, 2017
Ethel Ford, 74, of Glen, Mississippi, died Saturday, September 9, 2017, at Magnolia Regional Health Center. She was a loving and talented homemaker, who loved to cook and feed her family and friends. She had a “green thumb” and enjoyed growing flowers, and spending time with her grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Monday, September...
Bridget Burcham Marlar
September 6, 2017
Bridget Burcham Marlar, 29, of Corinth, MS, died Wednesday, September 6, 2017, at Magnolia Regional Health Center. Bridget enjoyed arts and crafts, sewing, and decorating. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 8:00 p.m., Friday, September 15, and will continue from 10:00 a.m. until service time on Saturday, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Glen. Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00...
Cigger Lee Duckett
August 29, 2017
Cigger Lee Jones Duckett was born the third child of John Minor and Mae Fannie Shaw Jones in Lawrence County, Alabama, on January 27, 1931. She departed this life on August 29, 2017 at Southern Magnolia Estates in Iuka, MS. She was united in holy matrimony to the late Albert H. Duckett. To this union, two daughters were born....
Helen R. Newby
August 16, 2017
Helen Ruth Newby, 73, of Iuka, MS, died Wednesday, August 16, 2017, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home in Iuka. She enjoyed getting in the car and riding around and sightseeing. She also loved being surrounded by family and friends. Visitation is scheduled for 12:00 until 1:00 p.m., Monday, August 21, 2017, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services...
Mary Lou Bugg
August 13, 2017
Mary Lou Bugg, 98, of Iuka, MS, passed away on Sunday, August 13, 2017, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, MS. Mary Lou enjoyed spending time outside, especially working in her yard with her flowers. Graveside services are scheduled for 3:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 15, 2017, at New Salem Cemetery in Iuka, officiated by Bro. James Rich. Interment...
Stanley Jeffrey Akers
August 11, 2017
Stanley Jeffrey Akers, 60, of Iuka, MS, died Friday, August 11, 2017, at his mother’s residence. Stanley was of the Methodist faith and a carpenter by trade. He loved working on old cars, drag racing, watching NASCAR, and spending time on the river, especially at Pickwick, with family and friends. He was quick with a kind word or a...
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