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.
Ted B. Gabriel
July 27, 2017
Ted B. Gabriel, 65, of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, July 27, 2017, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. Ted enjoyed traveling and spending time with his family. He loved playing Swiss cards, poker, and shooting pool. Funeral services are scheduled for 6 PM on Monday, July 31, 2017, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka. Visitation is scheduled...
Marquita Greenaway
July 24, 2017
Marquita Greenaway, 73, of Iuka, MS, died Monday, July 24, 2017, at Tishomingo Community Living Center in Iuka. Marquita enjoyed quilting, sewing, and cooking. She loved spending time with her family and friends. She was a member of Fifth Street Baptist Church in Iuka. Visitation is scheduled from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M., Thursday, July 27, 2017 at Cutshall...
John H. "Johnny" Biggs
July 20, 2017
John H. “Johnny” Biggs passed away Thursday, July 20, 2017, at Southern Magnolia Estates in Iuka, Mississippi. Johnny was a member of the Iuka United Methodist Church and was a United States Army Veteran. Mr. Biggs began his career in the printing business when he went to work at the Vidette in 1953 as foreman and pressman for then...
Dolores Johnson
July 19, 2017
Dolores M. Johnson, 84, of Iuka, MS, passed away Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. She enjoyed playing cards and loved to crochet. Visitation will be Saturday, July 22, 2017 from 10:00 A.M. until 1:00 P.M. at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Services will be at 1:00 P.M., Saturday, July 22, 2017 at Cutshall...
Linda Gail Ortner Taylor
July 19, 2017
Linda Gail Ortner Taylor, 73, of Iuka, MS, died Wednesday, July 19, 2017, at Tishomingo Community Living Center in Iuka. Linda enjoyed shopping and getting her nails and hair done. She always had to have her hair and makeup done to perfection. Her family and grandchildren were the lights of her life and her reason for being. Visitation is...
Arebell Pruitt Jones
July 16, 2017
Arebell Pruitt Jones, 91, of Iuka, MS, died Sunday, July 16, 2017, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Arebell loved spending time outside and taking care of her cats. She also enjoyed cooking and spending time with her children and grandchildren. She was a member of the Iuka Apostolic Church. Visitation is scheduled from 11:00 A.M. until 1...
Barbara Merritt Honeycutt
July 14, 2017
Barbara Ann Merritt Honeycutt, 49, passed away peacefully at her home in Burnsville, Mississippi on July 14th, 2017. "Bran" was born on December 31, 1967 in Atlanta, Georgia. She is survived by her father and stepmother, Joe and Cindy Merritt of Las Vegas, Nevada; her brothers, Jay Merritt residing in Florida, and Steven and Patrick Merritt, residing in Las...
Curtis E. Jourdan
July 9, 2017
Curtis E. Jourdan, 86, died Sunday, July 9, 2017. He was born on October 11, 1930 to Herman and Earnastine Jourdan. He graduated from Burnsville High School and went on to earn numerous degrees from Mississippi State University in the education field. He was known to many as a coach, teacher, counselor, principal, and Sunday school teacher. He loved...
Herman Ray Wadkins
July 9, 2017
Herman Ray Wadkins, 69, of Cherokee, AL, died Sunday, July 9, 2017, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, MS. He enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. Family graveside services are scheduled for 12:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 11, 2017 at Snowdown Cemetery, officiated by Bro. Steve Slaton. Interment will follow in Snowdown Cemetery. Visitation is scheduled for...
Jessica Cheri Wilson
July 7, 2017
Jessica Cheri Wilson, 30, of Burnsville, MS, died Friday, July 7, 2017, at Regional One Health in Memphis, as the result of an automobile accident. Jessica had a heart of gold and always put the needs of others before her own. She enjoyed fishing, and loved animals and Florida Gators football. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 8:00 p.m.,...
Vicki C. Peters
July 7, 2017
Vicki C. Peters, 59, of Burnsville, MS, passed away on July 7, 2017, at her residence in Burnsville. Vicki enjoyed fishing and watching NASCAR. She was a member of Little Flock Primitive Baptist Church and enjoyed helping others. She also owned her own painting business. Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 a.m., Saturday, July 15, 2017, at Little Flock...
Lucille Phifer
July 3, 2017
Clara Lucille “Lucy” Phifer, 93, of Iuka, MS, died Monday, July 3, 2017, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. Mrs. Phifer was a member of Campground United Methodist Church. She retired from the Tishomingo County Hospital where she worked as a licensed practical nurse. She was also formerly employed by Meals on Wheels at the Iuka Youth Center....
Carla Booker Branson
July 3, 2017
Carla Booker Branson, 45, of Iuka, MS, died Monday, July 3, 2017, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Carla was a member of Short Creek Baptist Church. She was a 1989 graduate of Iuka High School, and received her nursing degree from Shelby State University. Carla worked all over the country from coast to coast as a...
Dorothy "Ms. Dot" Gober
June 30, 2017
Dorothy “Ms. Dot” Gober, 86, of Iuka, MS, died Friday, June 30, 2017, at Tishomingo Community Living Center. She was a member of Fifth Street Baptist Church, and also a member of the Red Hat Club. She was known for babysitting around the community for 30 years, and enjoyed gardening in her spare time. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00...
Betty Jean Barnes
June 23, 2017
Betty Jean Barnes, 68, of Iuka, MS, died Friday, June 24, 2017, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. Mrs. Barnes spent her life doing what she loved, which was teaching children. She also taught Sunday school for many years and was a member of Antioch Freewill Baptist Church. She held a special place in her heart for children...
E. Ray Potts
June 21, 2017
Ray Potts was born March 30, 1933, in Corinth, MS, to Neely Clarence Potts and Lillie Studdard Potts. His primary caregiver was his sister Cora, who was 12 years old when he was born. He grew up in Tippah County, but moved to Tishomingo County in the 1940s. Ray attended Rowland Mills School through the 8th grade and graduated...
Carson Day Michael
June 20, 2017
Carson Day Michael gained his angel wings on June 20, 2017. His brief time here on earth was spent being doted on by his big brother, Kole, and his mother, Samantha. Visitation is scheduled for 11:00 until 1:00 p.m., Saturday, June 24, 2017, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m., Saturday, June 24,...
Herbert E. Cox
June 20, 2017
Herbert E. Cox, 91, of Cherokee, AL, died Tuesday, June 20, 2017, at the Sanctuary Hospice House in Tupelo, MS. Mr. Cox enjoyed going fishing, mowing his yard, and was a very proud United States Army veteran. Mr. Cox was an avid bingo player also. Funeral services are scheduled for 3:00 p.m., Thursday, June 22, at Cutshall Funeral Home...
David Ray Reid, Sr.
June 17, 2017
David Ray Reid, Sr., 74, of Iuka, MS, died Saturday, June 17, 2017, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Mr. Reid was a 32nd degree mason and a member of the Bay Springs Lodge #167 F&AM. He retired from truck driving, and was an avid golfer. He also enjoyed traveling and drag racing, and was a motorcycle...
Peggy Sue Gray Taylor
June 17, 2017
Peggy Sue Gray Taylor, 64, of Corinth, MS (formerly of Burnsville, MS), died Saturday, June 17, 2017, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. She was a member of Rowland Mills Baptist Church. She enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren, and fishing. Visitation is beginning at 6 PM on Monday, June 19 at Rowland Mills Baptist Church...
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