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.
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...
Charles Franklin Degraw
February 23, 2017
Charles Franklin Degraw, 78, of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, February 23, 2017, at his residence. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Saturday, February 25, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka, officiated by Bro. Franky Smith and Bro. Perry Murphy. Interment will follow in Providence Cemetery. Pallbearers include Allen Degraw, Jerry Lambert, Danny Lambert, David Cooper, Dale Aldridge,...
Jacky "Big Daddy" South
February 23, 2017
Jacky “Big Daddy” South, 58, of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, February 23, 2017, at his residence. He was a Master Mason and member of the Burnsville Lodge number 233 F&AM. He was employed by Bonds Construction Company for 7 years, and was also employed by Rogers Road Construction Company for 28 years where he was a supervisor. He had...
Laverne Holland
February 21, 2017
Bernice Laverne Holland, 72, of Iuka, MS, passed away Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at her residence. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, and was an animal lover. Visitation is scheduled from 6pm until 8pm, Thursday, February 23, 2017 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for Friday, February 24, 2017 at 11 AM, officiated by Bro. Allen Osborn,...
Reid Hamm
February 20, 2017
Estious Reid Hamm, Jr., 64, of Iuka, MS, died Monday, February 20, 2017, at his residence. Reid enjoyed woodworking, collecting guns, knives, and antiques. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing. His favorite past time was gardening. Funeral services are scheduled for 2 PM on Friday, February 24, 2017, officiated by Bro. Helton Puckett, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in...
John Stephen Barnett, Jr.
February 19, 2017
John Stephen Barnett, Jr., 34, of Iuka, MS, died Sunday, February 19, 2017, at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans, LA. He was an Ole Miss graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree in English, and was also a board certified pharmacy technician. He was a very talented musician, songwriter, and poet. He enjoyed reading and being outdoors. Funeral services are...
Barbara Ann Conway
February 19, 2017
Barbara Anne Conway, 81, of Tishomingo, MS, died Sunday, February 19, 2017, at her residence. Mrs. Conway enjoyed quilting and sewing. She also enjoyed playing the piano in church. Being a registered nurse, she worked at the Charity Hospital in New Orleans, LA, University Hospital in Jackson, MS in the transplant unit, St. Dominic Hospital in Jackson, MS as...
Celeste Mccoy
February 16, 2017
Celeste McCoy, 78, of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, February 16, 2017, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home in Iuka. Mrs. McCoy loved sewing and being outside. Her favorite pastime was spending time with her grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 8:00 p.m., Saturday, Saturday, February 18, 2017, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 4:00...
Unamae Bender
February 16, 2017
UnaMae Bender, 88, of Glen, MS, passed away Thursday, February 16, 2017, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. She enjoyed traveling which was evident by her visiting all 50 states. She enjoyed her church activities and fellowships. She was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Corinth. She also enjoyed reading, cooking, and camping. Cutshall Funeral...
Lela Moise Johnson
February 15, 2017
Lela Moise Johnson, 87, of Burnsville, MS, passed away Wednesday, February 15, 2017 at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. She enjoyed playing the piano, cats, and her dog, Lela. Visitation is scheduled from 5pm until 8pm, Saturday, February 18, 2017 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Glen. A graveside service will be held at Antioch Cemetery in Burnsville, MS...
Sara E. Glenn
February 14, 2017
Sara E. Glenn, 91, of Iuka, MS, passed away Tuesday, February 14, 2017 at Valley View Health and Rehabilitation Center in Madison, AL. Sara enjoyed sewing and was an excellent seamstress. She also enjoyed gardening and cooking. She enjoyed her time spent at church and was a member of the Iuka Baptist Church. Visitation is scheduled for 12:00 P.M....
Ora Lee Lambert Haase
February 14, 2017
Ora Lee Crane Lambert Haase, 91, of Booneville, MS, passed away Tuesday, February 14, 2017 at Tishomingo Community Living Center in Iuka. She enjoyed playing the piano, playing cards, and working puzzles. She also loved quilting and sewing. A graveside service will be held at Pleasant Grove Church of Christ in Burnsville, MS on Saturday, February 18, 2017 at...
Lorene "Neener" Arnold
February 13, 2017
Lorene “Neener” Arnold, 91, of Iuka, MS, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on February 13th, 2017, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. She was a Christian and attended Old Pleasant Hill Church. Neener was a homemaker, and helped raise many of her nieces and nephews. She also babysat for many other children in the community. Visitation...


