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.
Philippa Cecile Ragusa
April 4, 2017
Philippa Cecile Barbier Ragusa, 69, of Iuka, MS and Baton Rouge, LA, died Tuesday, April 4, 2017, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Philippa had a zest for life and deeply loved her family and friends. She was a devoted daughter, wife and mother. She loved New Orleans and will always be our “New Orleans Lady”. She loved...
Kevin Lee Parker
March 30, 2017
Kevin Lee Parker, 58, of Cherokee, AL, died Thursday, March 30, 2017, at Helen Keller Hospital. Kevin loved shooting pool and anything to do with Alabama football. Visitation is scheduled for 12 until 2 P.M., Saturday, April 1, 2017 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M., on Saturday, April 1, 2017, at Cutshall...
Wayne A. Bolton
March 24, 2017
Wayne A. Bolton, 75, of Iuka, MS, died Friday, March 24, 2017, at North Delta Hospice in Southaven, MS. He was a member of New Prospect Baptist Church, and was retired from the 3rd District of Tishomingo County where he worked as a road grader for Danny Ryan for many years. He enjoyed gardening and farming, watching old westerns,...
Russ Robinson
March 24, 2017
Ronnie Russ Robinson, 52, of Iuka, MS, died Friday, March 24, 2017, at his residence. Russ was a member of the Iuka Baptist Church. He was a lifelong law enforcement officer, having served in several state, county, and city agencies. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, March 29, at the...
Mary Alice Pruitt
March 20, 2017
Mary Alice Pruitt, 73, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, March 20, 2017, at Magnolia Regional Health Center. Mary’s greatest joy was children. She loved babysitting, along with anything else that involved her grandchildren or great grandchildren. She also enjoyed being outside. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Cutshall Funeral Home, on Thursday, March 23, 2017....
Leroy Burcham
March 18, 2017
Leroy Burcham, 91, of Rienzi, MS, died Saturday, March 18, 2017, at his residence. Mr. Burcham was a member of Rowland Mills Baptist Church and a U. S. Navy veteran of WWII. He was formerly employed as a truck driver, and later became the owner/operator of two Amoco gas stations in Meridian. He loved fishing. Funeral services are scheduled...
Frances Mcanally
March 15, 2017
Mae Frances McAnally, 91, of Tishomingo, MS, died Wednesday, March 15, 2017, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home in Iuka. Mrs. McAnally enjoyed gardening and spending as much time as possible in her flower beds. She also enjoyed reading. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m., Friday, March 17, 2017. at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka, officiated by Ben...
Anita Crawford
March 13, 2017
Anita Crawford, 61, of Chapmansboro, TN, died Monday, March 13, 2017, at her residence. Mrs. Crawford enjoyed camping and spending time with her family. She was an avid NASCAR fan and an animal lover, especially dogs. Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 18, 2017. at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka, officiated by Bro. Joseph Glorioso....
Carolyn Mcvay
March 12, 2017
Carolyn McVay, 76, of Iuka, MS, died Sunday, March 12, 2017, at her residence. Mrs. McVay was an excellent seamstress and she loved to sew. Affectionately known by her family as Cart, she loved spending her time with them. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 8:00 p.m., Monday, March 13, 2017, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Graveside services...
Gladys Ann Carson Curtis
March 9, 2017
Gladys Ann Carson Curtis, 90, of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, March 9, 2017, at the Carrington House. Mrs. Curtis was a lifelong member of the Iuka Baptist Church. She enjoyed traveling, shopping, and going out to eat. Funeral services are scheduled for 3:00 p.m., Saturday, March 11, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka, officiated by Bro. Johnny Hancock....
Bobby Riley
March 9, 2017
Bobby Averitt Riley, 81, of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, March 9, 2017, at his residence. Bobby loved God, his family, and his church family. He was a member of First Freewill Baptist Church in Iuka. He also enjoyed racing, including dirt track, go-kart, and NASCAR. He also enjoyed antique cars. Bobby loved every aspect of the trucking industry –...
Geneva Blackard
March 7, 2017
Geneva Blackard, 94, of Iuka, MS, died Tuesday, March 7, 2017, at her residence. Mrs. Blackard was a member of Yellow Creek Baptist Church. She enjoyed working in her yard and had beautiful flower gardens. She also loved spending time with her grandchildren. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m., Saturday, March 11, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in...
Mary Ellen "Marie" Bonds
March 7, 2017
Mary Ellen “Marie” Bonds, 84, of Iuka, MS, died Tuesday, March 7, 2017, at Eliza Coffee Memorial Hospital in Florence, AL. Mrs. Bonds enjoyed spending her time reading, quilting, and cooking. She loved telling stories and watching the Hallmark channel. She also enjoyed the Andy Griffith Show and watching Roy Rogers. Graveside services are scheduled for 11:00 a.m., Friday,...
Bess Davenport
March 7, 2017
Bess Davenport, 86, of Iuka, MS, died Tuesday, March 7, 2017, at Tishomingo Manor in Iuka. Mrs. Davenport loved spending her time around people, especially her friends and family. She enjoyed jigsaw puzzles and eating at The Dinner Bell. Funeral services are scheduled for 3:00 p.m., Thursday, March 9, 2017, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka, officiated by...
James Rickie "Doc" Moss
March 6, 2017
James Rickie “Doc” Moss passed away on March 6, 2017 at his home after a brief battle with cancer. Rickie was born on October 31, 1955 and grew up in Holcut. He worked various construction and fiberglass jobs throughout his life. He loved spending time with his family and he loved his friends. A Celebration of Life service will...
Jerry Wayne Garrett
March 5, 2017
Jerry Wayne Garrett, 62, passed away Sunday, March 5, 2017 at Huntsville Hospital. A resident of Grant, Alabama, he was a native of Mississippi. He was born to the late Mrs. Nolene Harris Garrett and the late Mr. Dallas A. Garrett. Jerry worked in the Transportation Industry for many years. Even though Jerry lived in Alabama, he was a...
Dr. Frankie Rorie Beard
March 4, 2017
Dr. Frankie Rorie Beard, 69, of Muscle Shoals, AL, passed away surrounded by her family and loved ones on Saturday, March 4, 2017, at Helen Keller Hospital in Sheffield, AL. Frankie was born in Corinth, MS, and graduated from Iuka High School. She earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of North Alabama, her Education Specialist degree...
Billie Jean Holland
March 3, 2017
Billie Jean Holland, 85, of Iuka, MS, died Friday, March 3, 2017, at the Tippah County Nursing Home in Ripley. Mrs. Holland enjoyed homemaking activities such as crafts, sewing, quilting, and crocheting. She also enjoyed bowling, square dancing, and playing cards with friends, as well as traveling and spending time with her family. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until...
Nellie P. Wood
February 28, 2017
Nellie P. Wood, 93, of Iuka, MS, died Tuesday, February 28, 2017, at Carrington House in Iuka. She enjoyed spending her time taking care of everyone else. She also enjoyed sewing, gardening, flowers, and children. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 8 PM on Wednesday, March 1, 2017 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for...
Mary Watts Mckee
February 26, 2017
Mary Frances Watts McKee, 72, of Iuka, MS, passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2017, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, MS. Mary enjoyed spending her time reading, playing on her Ipad and watching “cowboy” westerns. She also enjoyed traveling and going to yard sales. Her favorite snacks included beef and cheese sticks and Diet Coke. Mary was...
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