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.
Jane Doyle
February 11, 2017
Jane Doyle, 72, of Cherokee, AL, died Saturday, February 11, 2017, at her residence. She was a member of Canaan Baptist Church in Benton, Co., MS. She was a loving wife, mother, and daughter. She enjoyed her family genealogy, and will be missed by all. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Monday, February 13 at Asphalt...
Anthony Wayne Senter
February 9, 2017
Anthony Wayne Senter, 69, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, February 9, 2017, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, MS. Mr. Senter enjoyed car races and tractor pulls. He also enjoyed fishing and target shooting. His favorite pastime was watching his grand kids play ball. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 8:00 p.m., Saturday, February 11, at Harmony United...
Frances Ryals Terry
February 4, 2017
Frances Ryals Terry, 93, formerly of Money, MS, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 4, 2017. Frances was born on July 30, 1923, in Greenville, MS, to Philip Morgan Ryals & Sara Frances Woods Ryals. Frances grew up in Hollandale, MS, and graduated from Delta State Teachers College, receiving the first B.S. degree that Delta State awarded. Mrs. Terry...
Mary Frances Hamm
January 30, 2017
Mary Frances Hamm, 90, of Iuka, MS, died Monday, January 30, 2017, at Tishomingo Community Living Center. Mrs. Hamm enjoyed reading, working in her flower garden and spending time with her family. She also really enjoyed swinging on the front porch and ice cream cones from Tom Thumb. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 31,...
Earline Davis
January 25, 2017
Earline Davis, 71, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Wednesday, January 25, 2017, at her residence. She enjoyed spending time with her family, doing housework, and spending time outside. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 8 PM on Friday, January 27 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Glen. Funeral services are scheduled for 11 AM on Saturday, January 28, 2017, at Cutshall...
Linda Randolph
January 25, 2017
Linda Randolph, 75, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Wednesday, January 25, 2017, at her residence. She enjoyed dancing, music, and loved her family. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 8 PM on Friday, January 27 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Glen. Funeral services are scheduled for 1 PM on Saturday, January 28, 2017, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Glen,...
Sherl Lynn Williams
January 22, 2017
Sherl Lynn Williams, 55, daughter of Charlotte Lacey and Elmer Dawson, passed away unexpectedly on January 22, 2017 with her family by her side. Sherl was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Born in Indiana, she spent time in Florida and Tennessee before moving to Mississippi. She loved saving animals and watching NASCAR. Sherl was the rock...
Sheila Hardwick
January 19, 2017
Sheila J. Hardwick, 60, of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, January 19, 2017, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Mrs. Hardwick was a member of Mt. Joy Baptist Church. She enjoyed spending time with her family and helping to take care of her grandchildren. She was very friendly and greeted everyone with a smile. She also loved her animals....
Wayne Miller
January 15, 2017
Larry Wayne Miller, Jr., 52, of Iuka, MS, died Sunday, January 15, 2017, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Wayne was a Christian and attended Palestine Community Church. He was formerly employed at DynaSteel and CFI, and was also a musician who loved singing. Wayne also loved spending time with his family. Funeral services are scheduled for...
Harold Walters
January 14, 2017
Harold Vester Walters, 74, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, January 14, 2017, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home in Iuka. Mr. Walters loved to spend his time camping with his wife. He also enjoyed going fishing and gardening. His favorite past time was spending time with friends and family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled for 4:00...
Ann P. Harvey
January 13, 2017
Ann P. Harvey, 84, of Iuka, MS, died Friday, January 13, 2017, at Tishomingo Community Living Center. She was a member of Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, and was a retired nurse from the Iuka Hospital after 36 years of service. She enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, fishing, and going to the lake. Visitation is scheduled for 4 until 8 PM...
Marie Rose Payne
January 12, 2017
Marie Payne, 83, of Adamsville, Tennessee, died Thursday, January 12, 2017, at Hardin County Medical Center. She was of the Catholic Faith, and enjoyed painting, drawing, singing, and dancing. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Saturday, January 14 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Cutshall Funeral...
Lois Childs Fry
January 11, 2017
Lois Childs Fry, 90, of Iuka, MS, died Wednesday, January 11, 2017, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. Lois enjoyed working in her yard and in her flower beds. She loved to travel and also enjoyed polka music. Visitation is scheduled for 11:00am until 1:00 p.m., Friday, January 13, 2017, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled...
Tommy Anderson "Tom Andy" Newsom, Sr.
January 8, 2017
Tommy Anderson “Tom Andy” Newsom, Sr., 61, of Iuka, MS, died Sunday, January 8, 2017, at his residence. Mr. Newsom retired from the United States Marine Corps after 20 years. He loved working on anything that had an engine, building model airplanes, anything that had to do with aviation and astronomy, and fishing. Tommy was a sharp shooter and...
Meck Main Murphy, Jr.
January 8, 2017
Meck Main Murphy, Jr., 68, passed away Sunday, January 8, 2017 at Tishomingo Community Living Center in Iuka, MS. A private service will be held at a later date. Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka, MS is entrusted with the arrangements. He is survived by his father, Meck Main Murphy, Sr., and his brothers, Patrick Murphy and Michael Murphy.
Leroy Curry
January 7, 2017
Leroy Curry, 88, of Iuka, MS, died Saturday, January 7, 2017, at the Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. Mr. Curry was of the Baptist faith, and he enjoyed working in his yard. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 10, graveside at Snowdown Cemetery, officiated by Bro. Rodney Windham. Interment will follow in Snowdown Cemetery. Visitation is scheduled...
Carolyn Sue Gray Wilmeth
January 5, 2017
Carolyn Sue Gray Wilmeth, 48, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Thursday, January 05, 2017, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. She was a member of Bethel Missionary Baptist Church. She enjoyed flowers, being outside, and her animals. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 8 PM on Friday, January 6 at Rowland Mills Baptist Church. Funeral services are scheduled for...
Mary Evelyn Gurley Wheeler
December 31, 2016
Mary Evelyn “Sis” Gurley Wheeler, 93, of Iuka, MS, passed away on Saturday, December 31, 2016, at Carrington House Assisted Living in Iuka. Mrs. Wheeler was born on August 27, 1923, to Curtis Dudley and Stella Crawford Gurley in Dorsey, Itawamba County, Mississippi. She was a member of the Iuka Baptist Church. She was employed for many years at...
James Richard "Dickie" Brown
December 28, 2016
James Richard “Dickie” Brown, 58, of Iuka, Mississippi, died December 28, 2016, at his residence. He was a veteran of the National Guard, and was an employee for Caterpillar for 22 years. He enjoyed collecting knives, and loved to fish and camp. He liked working on old trucks, and loved his dog of 15 years, “BB”. He was a...
Phyllis Selman
December 26, 2016
Phyllis Selman, 54, of Iuka, MS, died Monday, December 26, 2016, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, MS. Phyllis loved to shop and enjoyed working with and admiring her roses. She also really enjoyed spending time with “her love”, her grandchild Brenton. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 28, 2016, at Cutshall Funeral Home...
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