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.
Joseph "Joe" Wheeler Southward
August 24, 2016
Joseph “Joe” Wheeler Southward, 84, of Tishomingo, MS, died Wednesday, August 24, 2016, at Southern Magnolia Estates, in Iuka, MS. Joe enjoyed watching Nascar and fishing. Visitation is scheduled for 1:00 until 3:00 p.m., Saturday, August 27, 2016, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 3:00 p.m., Saturday, August 27, 2016, at Tishomingo Cemetery, officiated...
Tommy Maurice Enlow
August 20, 2016
Tommy Maurice Enlow, 63, of Iuka, MS, died Saturday, August 20, 2016, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Tommy enjoyed hunting, fishing, and working with his hunting dogs. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 8:00 p.m., Monday, August 22, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, August 23, at Cutshall...
Gaye Grimes
August 17, 2016
Gaye Grimes, 91, of Iuka, MS, died Wednesday, August 17, 2016, at her residence. She was the oldest living member of South Crossroads Baptist Church. She enjoyed crocheting, bird watching, fishing, and talking on the phone. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Friday, August 19 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for...
Glenda Gail Morton Torres
August 15, 2016
Glenda Gail Morton Torres, 73, from Iuka, died Monday, August 15, 2016, at University Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio. She was born on December 15, 1942 in Midway, Mississippi to Claude Eugene and Ophelia Mae Patterson Morton. She graduated from Holcut High School in 1960, then attended business school in Memphis, Tennessee. She held several positions as an executive secretary,...
Jimmie Dale "Jim Bob" Wood, Jr.
August 13, 2016
Jimmie Dale “Jim Bob” Wood, Jr., 53, of Burnsville, MS, died Saturday, August 13, 2016, at his residence. Jim Bob was a carpenter and enjoyed hunting. He also enjoyed spending time on the river, and time with his family. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, August 20, at Tishomingo State Park. Cutshall Funeral Home of...
Timothy Neal Bivins
August 11, 2016
Timothy Neal Bivins, 64, of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, August 11, 2016, at the Tishomingo Community Living Center. Tim was a former Tishomingo County Constable, and the owner of Tim Bivins Concrete Works. He enjoyed deer hunting, camping, working on his tractor, and spending time with his family. Funeral services are scheduled for 3:00 p.m., Saturday, August 13, at...
Danny Mcvay
August 10, 2016
Danny Kay McVay, 61, of Corinth, formerly of Iuka, MS, died Wednesday, August 10, 2016, at Magnolia Regional Health Center. Mr. McVay was formerly employed at Caterpillar in Corinth and was a former fireman for the City of Iuka. He loved his grandchildren, his dogs, and Nascar. Visitation is scheduled from 11am until 1pm, Saturday, August 13, 2016 at...
Dee Bullard
August 5, 2016
Cordelia “Dee” Bullard, 92, of Iuka, MS, died Friday, August 5, 2016, at Magnolia Regional Health Center. Mrs. Bullard was of the Methodist faith. She was employed at the Iuka Shirt Factory for over fifty years, and worked there until the factory closed. She was a “people person” and enjoyed gardening. Mrs. Bullard also loved sewing and reading her...
Judy White
August 3, 2016
Judy Annita White, 66, of Burnsville, MS, died Wednesday August 3, 2016, at the Magnolia Regional Health Center. Judy was an active member of Yellow Creek Baptist Church where she served as pianist/organist and church secretary. She retired from Senators Coaches where she worked as an accountant. She was formerly employed at the Dana Corporation where she also worked...
Hazel Mcduffy
July 29, 2016
Elizabeth Hazel McDuffy, passed away Friday, July 29, 2016 at her residence in Iuka. Her visitation is scheduled for 11am until 1pm, Sunday, July 31, 2016 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Services will be at 1pm on Sunday, July 31, 2016 at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka. Burial will be at Pleasant Hill Cemetery.
Erik Welford
July 24, 2016
William Erik Welford William Erik Welford, 32, of Iuka, MS, died Sunday, July 24, 2016, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka, MS. Erik loved playing the guitar, motorcycles, and fishing. He was an animal lover and enjoyed spending time with his family. Erik was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Amory, MS. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00...
Milam L. Skinner
July 21, 2016
Milam L. Skinner, 92, of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, July 21, 2016, at Southern Magnolia Estates in Iuka, MS. Mr. Skinner spent his working life as a pharmaceutical sales representative, which he greatly enjoyed. He also enjoyed fishing and photography. Visitation is scheduled from 3:00 until 5:00 p.m., Sunday, July 24, 2016, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Graveside...
Euple A. Brumley
July 21, 2016
Euple A. Brumley, 83, of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, July 21, 2016, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Mrs. Brumley was of the Baptist faith. She was a homemaker, and enjoyed cooking and canning. She also enjoyed gardening and spending time with her family. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Saturday, July 23, at Cutshall...
Elijah "Dickie" Davis
July 19, 2016
Elijah Eugene Davis Elijah Eugene “Dickie” Davis, 73, of Belmont, MS, died Tuesday, July 19, 2016, at Tishomingo Community Living Center. Mr. Davis enjoyed drawing, painting, talking to people, reading and going to church at Belmont United Methodist Church. He also enjoyed spending time at Tishomingo State Park and spending time with his family, especially his nieces and nephews.A...
Wendell Phifer
July 15, 2016
Wendell Phifer, 61, of Burnsville, MS, died Friday, July 15, 2016, at his residence. He was a devoted Christian, father, and adored and devoted husband who loved deeply and enjoyed life every day. Outside of God and family, his love for the outdoors was evident in his B.A.S.S. fishing career and the hunting trips he so enjoyed. He was...
Ty Bray
July 12, 2016
Jonathan Ty Bray, 25, of Corinth, MS, died Tuesday, July 12, 2016, in Charleston, MS. He enjoyed fishing. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m., Saturday, July 16, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Glen, officiated by Bro. Ed Kennedy. Interment will follow in Dogwood Cemetery in Corinth. Pallbearers include Chase Peterson, Chester Bray, Eddie Bray, Scott Lancaster, Ronald...
Shirley J. Arnold
July 12, 2016
Shirley J. McDougal Arnold, 63, of Tishomingo, MS, passed away Tuesday, July 12, 2016, at St. Francis Hospital in Memphis, Tn. Mrs. Arnold was a member of South Crossroads Baptist Church. She enjoyed quilting, going to auctions, and cooking. She enjoyed being with friends and family and she never met a stranger. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00...
Billy Joe Robinson
July 1, 2016
Billy Joe Robinson, 78, of Rienzi, MS, died Friday, July 1, 2016, at his residence. Mr. Robinson was retired from K&B Trucking, the company he operated with his late wife, Kathryn. He is survived by their three children, Lynn Hey of Branson, MO, Chris Robinson of Tampa, FL, and Kelly Barlow of Gillette, WY; three grandchildren, Mandy Mason, Kate...
Elsie Kennedy Justice
July 1, 2016
Elsie Kennedy Justice, 95, went home to be with the Lord on July 1, 2016. She was a loving mother and grandmother. Granny, as she was known by many, was loved and adored. She spent her life serving God. She will be greatly missed by all of her family and friends. She always told everyone how blessed she was....
Terry Lee Stephens
June 26, 2016
Terry Lee Stephens, 64, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, June 26, 2016, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. He was a member of New Salem Baptist Church, and was retired from Kimberly Clark after 31 years. He was a car enthusiast, and a very skilled guitarist. Terry was very active in his church where he served as a...
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