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.
Lillian Walker Carpenter
June 16, 2017
Lillian Walker Carpenter, 96, of Iuka, MS, died Friday, June 16, 2017, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. Mrs. Carpenter was a member of Bethel Missionary Baptist church and was baptized at age 93. She was a homemaker, and was known for her cakes, especially 7-Up cakes. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Interment will be...
Roy Provins
June 13, 2017
Roy Provins, 84, of Iuka, MS, died Tuesday, June 13, 2017, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. Roy was a member of Gospel Assembly. He was a skilled carpenter and loved wood working. His favorite pastime was spending his time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Thursday, June 15, at Cutshall...
David Linton
June 13, 2017
David Linton, 74, of Iuka, MS, died Tuesday, June 13, 2017, at his residence. David was a graduate of Burnsville High School. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, and anything to do with being outdoors and living the country life. He also enjoyed spending time with his family, and watching the Atlanta Braves and the Memphis Tigers play ball. A...
Daniel "Poppi" Ynojos
June 9, 2017
Daniel “Poppi” Ynojos, 70, of Corinth, MS, died Friday, June 9, 2017, at his residence. Daniel was a veteran of the United States Navy and enjoyed spending time with his family. A memorial service will be held on July 15, 2017 at 1:00 P.M. at the West Corinth Church of Christ. Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka, MS is entrusted...
Bobby Coker
June 8, 2017
Robert Franklin “Bobby” Coker, 51, of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, June 8, 2017, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Bobby enjoyed watching sports, especially the Tennessee Titans. He also enjoyed hunting and music. He loved taking care of his family, which was evident in his work as a caretaker. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Sunday, June...
Janette Crane
June 7, 2017
Janette Crane, 82, of Iuka, MS, died Wednesday, June 7, 2017, at Tishomingo Community Living Center. She enjoyed cooking, spending time with her family, and working with her roses. Services are scheduled for 2:00 P.M., Saturday, June 10, 2017 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka, officiated by Bro. Johnny Hancock and Bro. Stanley Magill. Visitation is scheduled for 12:00...
Josie L. Holland
June 7, 2017
Josie L. Holland, 77, of Iuka, MS, died Wednesday, June 7, 2017, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. Mrs. Holland enjoyed knitting, crocheting, reading, and working crossword and word search puzzles. She also enjoyed watching wrestling and NASCAR. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Friday, June 9, 2017, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka, officiated by...
Lillie Ruth Ramsey Johnson
June 6, 2017
Lillie Ruth Ramsey Johnson, 82, went to be with her Lord and Savior on June 06, 2017. She was born in Iuka, MS on November 11, 1934. She attended Central Grammar School and graduated from Iuka High School in 1952. After graduating from Northeast Mississippi Junior College in education she taught school for a few years at Central school....
Max Wade
June 2, 2017
Max Wade, 94, of Bartlett, TN, died Friday, June 2, 2017, at St. Francis Hospital in Bartlett, TN. He enjoyed doing carpentry work, gardening and traveling. He also loved to tell stories of his days serving in WWII. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 7, 2017, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka, officiated by Bro....
Christine G. Burns
May 30, 2017
Christine G. Burns, 88, of Corinth, MS (formerly of Iuka, MS), passed away on Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at Cornerstone Health and Rehab in Corinth. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are being handled by Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka.
Robert "Bobby" Wayne Walker
May 30, 2017
Robert Wayne “Bobby” Walker was born on May 14, 1939 in Iuka, Mississippi and passed from this world at home, surrounded by family who loved him, on Tuesday, May 30, 2017. Bobby was an Air Force veteran and worked for 40 years at Tishomingo County Electric Power Association, as a lineman. He was called “Hippy” by his co-workers. He...
Talmadge Jefferson "Jeff" Hobbs, Jr.
May 29, 2017
Talmadge Jefferson “Jeff” Hobbs, Jr., 53, of Iuka, MS, died Monday, May 29, 2017, at Tishomingo Community Living Center. Jeff enjoyed fishing, hunting, and spending times with his family and his friends. Visitation is scheduled for 2:00 to 3:00 P.M., Thursday, June 1, 2017 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral Services will be at 3:00 P.M., Thursday, June...
Linda Lomenick Arnold
May 26, 2017
Linda Lou Lomenick Arnold, 67, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday, May 26, 2017. She was born March 31, 1950 to Ruby and Luther Sterling Lomenick. Linda loved her family and cherished the time she spent with her grandchildren, whom she was very proud of. Linda loved to read and cook and care for her grandchildren when...
Harry Joe Sikes
May 26, 2017
Harry Joe Sikes, 81, of Corinth, MS, died Friday, May 26, 2017, at his residence after battling cancer for 2 ½ years. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 30, at The Central Church in Corinth, MS. Celebration of life service is scheduled for 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 31, at The Central Church in Corinth,...
Teresa Bowman
May 25, 2017
Teresa Bowman, 60, of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, May 25, 2017, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Teresa was a member of the Tishomingo Baptist Church, and was a lab supervisor at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. She enjoyed volunteering to help with the Relay For Life, and at the Midway Volunteer Fire Dept. She...
Hattie Lois Bryant
May 25, 2017
Hattie Lois Bryant, 89, of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, May 25, 2017, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home in Iuka. Mrs. Bryant was a member of the Iuka Church of Christ. She was formerly employed at the Iuka Shirt Company, and enjoyed spending time with her family. Visitation is scheduled for 1:00 until 3:00 p.m., Sunday, May 28, at Cutshall...
Clara Mae Yarber
May 25, 2017
Clara McDuffy Yarber, 78, of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, May 25, 2017, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. Mrs. Yarber was a member of Pleasant Grove Church of Christ, where she was a Sunday School teacher for many years. She was also a Boy Scout Leader for ten years, and was also involved with 4-H. She was formerly employed at...
Jerry B. Hardin
May 23, 2017
Jerry Blackmun Hardin, 79, of Cherokee, AL, died Tuesday, May 23, 2017, at his residence. Mr. Hardin was a veteran of the U. S. Army, where he served as a sharpshooter. He enjoyed fishing and hunting. He also liked to cook and work in his garden. Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 a.m., Thursday, May 25, at Allsboro Cumberland...
Rubie Beatrice "Bea" Walker Vess
May 23, 2017
Rubie Beatrice “Bea” Walker Vess, 81, of Iuka, MS, died Tuesday, May 23, 2017, at her residence. Mrs. Vess was a member of Rocky Springs United Methodist Church. She enjoyed helping and caring for others. She also enjoyed church activities and spending time with her family. Visitation is scheduled for one hour prior to service time at the funeral...
Harold Kenneth Hanson
May 22, 2017
Harold Kenneth Hanson, 52, of Iuka, MS, died Monday, May 22, 2017, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. He loved anything and everything to do with music. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m., Thursday, May 25, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka. Interment will follow in Cypress Grove Cemetery. Visitation is scheduled for one hour...
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