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.
George Nunley
December 24, 2015
On December 24, 2015, George Nunley, a very good husband, father, poppaw, brother, and friend, beloved by many in Iuka, Chicago, and Ozark, Missouri, went to a place where he will have no more pain. He resided in Ozark, MO, was formerly of Iuka, MS, and died at Maples Rehab in Springfield, MO. Visitation is scheduled for 6:00 –...
Joe S. Hussey
December 21, 2015
Joe S. Hussey, 80, of Iuka, Mississippi, went to meet his Lord on Monday, December 21, 2015, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Joe was born October 7, 1935 in Tupelo. He attended and graduated from Plantersville School where he met his wife, Pat, who was the angel of his life. They were married for 61 ½...
Jimmy R. Kenaum
December 21, 2015
Jimmy R. Kenaum Jimmy R. Kenaum, 62, of Nolensville, TN, formerly of Iuka, MS, died Monday, December 21, 2015, at the Rubio Cancer Center in Tijuana, Mexico. Mr. Kenaum was of the Baptist faith and was National Guard veteran. He was the founder and president of Choice Construction in Nashville, TN. He was also a Freemason, and a member...
Jesse Coke, Jr.
December 19, 2015
Jesse Coke, Jr., 79, of Glen, Mississippi, died Saturday, December 19, 2015, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. He was retired from the Mississippi Highway Patrol, and was an U.S. Army veteran. He was a member of the Burnsville Lodge #233 F&AM where he was a 32nd Degree Mason and Shriner. He was president of the Tishomingo...
Dennis Lapradd, Jr.
December 19, 2015
Dennis LaPradd, Jr., 58, of Tishomingo, MS, died Saturday, December 19, 2015, at his residence. He was loved and cherished by his family and friends. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka, MS is entrusted with arrangements. He is survived by his mother, Margaret LaPradd of Cherokee, AL; 1 daughter...
Etta "Jo" Nunley White
December 16, 2015
Etta “Jo” Nunley White, 98, of Iuka, MS, died Wednesday, December 16, 2015, at Southern Magnolia Estates in Iuka. Born in the country outside of Iuka, MS, on January 30, 1917, Jo married Morrison White from Louisville, KY, on March 25, 1934, in Tuscumbia, AL. Over the following ten years Jo delivered six children, with the first five being...
Seretha Eunell Putnam
December 12, 2015
Seretha Eunell Putnam, 78, of Burnsville, MS, died Saturday, December 12, 2015, at the Baldwyn Nursing Facility. Mrs. Putnam was a retired licensed practical nurse who enjoyed cooking and knitting. She also loved camping and fishing. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Monday, December 14, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka, officiated by Bro. Robbie Crane. Interment...
James Carthel "J. T." Honeycutt, Sr.
December 12, 2015
James Carthel “J. T.” Honeycutt, Sr., 77, of Burnsville, MS, died Saturday, December 12, 2015, at his residence. J. T. was a man of many hats, having worked as a skilled carpenter, a carpet layer, and a mechanic. He could tinker and fix just about anything, and was always looking for something to work on. He loved spending time...
Shelia Lynn Sockwell
December 8, 2015
Shelia Lynn Sockwell, 67, of Cherokee, AL passed away on Tuesday, December 8, 2015 at her residence. A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
Nancy N. Mcqueen
December 6, 2015
Nancy N. McQueen, 84, of Iuka, MS, formerly of Immokalee, FL, died Sunday, December 6, 2015, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka, MS is entrusted with arrangements. She is survived by two sons, Bryan McQueen and wife, Cathy, and Raymond McQueen, all of Iuka; three grandchildren, Neva Johnston and husband, Andrew, of...
Kenneth Mcanally
December 6, 2015
Kenneth McAnally, 81, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, December 6, 2015, at the Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. Mr. McAnally was a member and long-time deacon of Elliston Baptist Church in Memphis, TN, and was a U. S. Air Force veteran of the Korean War. He was retired from the Federal Aviation Administration, where he worked as an...
William Edward "Ed" Cutshall
November 29, 2015
William Edward “Ed” Cutshall, 78, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, November 29, 2015, at the Tishomingo Community Living Center. He was a 1955 graduate of Coffee High School in Florence, AL. He served in the Army National Guard for 11 years, and enjoyed boating, watersports, and skeet shooting. Visitation is scheduled at 10:00 AM until service time. A memorial...
Bernice K. Mccoy
November 23, 2015
Bernice K. McCoy, 70, of Iuka, MS, died Monday, November 23, 2015, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Mrs. McCoy was a member of Faith Pentecostal Church in Atlanta, TX. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 24, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are...
Judy Davis Malenky
November 21, 2015
Judy Davis Malenky, 53, of Hernando, MS, died Saturday, November 21, 2015, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, TN. Born on August 27, 1962, Judy grew up in Southaven where she met Mike. They lived in various places throughout Mike’s service in the Navy. Her kind heart and generous spirit have touched the lives of all who knew her,...
Marie Spoon
November 21, 2015
Marie Spoon, 57, of Burnsville, MS, died November 21, 2015, at her residence. She was a member of Antioch Freewill Baptist Church, and was formerly the owner of Marie and Jane’s Café in Burnsville. She attended Union University, and loved going shopping. Most of all, she loved time with her children and grandchildren, and having family gatherings. Visitation is...
Margaret Wood
November 12, 2015
Margaret Wood, 72, of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, November 12, 2015, at her residence. Mrs. Wood was a member of North Crossroads Community Church. She was retired from I.T.T., and was a homemaker. She enjoyed sewing, quilting, and crocheting. She also enjoyed working in her flowers. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Sunday, November 15, at Cutshall...
Verna Wade
November 11, 2015
Verna Wade, 96, of Bartlett, TN (formerly of Tishomingo County, MS), died Wednesday, November 11, 2015, at Rainbow Health and Rehab in Memphis, TN. She was a member of Ellendale Baptist Church for 55 years. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, quilting, and spending time with her grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled for 12 Noon until 1 PM on Saturday, November 14...
Martha Sanders
November 10, 2015
Martha Sanders, 61, of Iuka, MS, died Monday, November 10, 2015, at her residence. She was a member of the First United Pentecostal Church where she served as Secretary and taught Sunday School for 36 years. She was employed as a CNA at the Tishomingo Community Living Center and enjoyed spending time with her family. Visitation is scheduled to...
Dorville Eron Wilemon
November 8, 2015
Dorville Eron Wilemon, 88, of Iuka died Sunday, November 8, 2015 Born in Holcut on Dec. 20, 1926, he left home to be a deckhand and became a tugboat captain nicknamed Hank. He loved running trot lines, growing tomatoes, watching ballgames, taking long walks and making blackberry jelly. He was a member of Hubbard Salem Church. Services will be...
Tammy Michelle Adamson
November 8, 2015
Tammy Michelle Adamson, 44, of Tishomingo, MS, died Sunday, November 8, 2015, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 10, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 11, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka. Interment will follow in Mt....
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