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.
Howard R. Bridges
June 16, 2015
Howard R. Bridges, 91, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Tuesday, June 16, 2015, at the Tishomingo Community Living Center in Iuka. Mr. Bridges was a member of New Prospect Baptist Church. He was a U.S. Army veteran of WWII, during which he spent time as a prisoner of war and earned the Purple Heart. He was a lifelong farmer, and...
Gaye Cole Parnell
June 16, 2015
Gaye Cole Parnell, 95, of Iuka, MS, died Tuesday June 16, at the Tishomingo Community Living Center in Iuka. She was a hairdresser for several years, as well as a homemaker, and a member of both the Eastern Star and New Salem Baptist Church. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 8:00 p.m., Friday, June 19, at Cutshall Funeral Home...
Kathryn Seago
June 10, 2015
Kathryn Seago, 93, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Wednesday, June 10, 2015, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. She was a member of Oldham Baptist Church. She loved music and singing, even playing the cello herself at a younger age. She enjoyed needlepoint, crossword puzzles, and playing BINGO at the nursing home. Visitation is scheduled for 6 until 9...
Lydia Gail Stockman
June 9, 2015
Lydia Gail Stockman, 67, of Cherokee, AL, died June 9, 2015, at her residence. She raised many children who called her “Mama Gail” and she enjoyed crocheting. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 8:00 p.m., Thursday, June 11, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m., Friday, June 12, at Asphalt Rock Baptist Church....
John C. "Snookie" Nobles
June 4, 2015
John C. “Snookie” Nobles, 75, of Iuka, Mississippi, died June 4, 2015, at the Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. He will be remembered for working on the local milk truck for 40 years, working at Cutshall Funeral Home, and having fun dancing in his spare time. Visitation is scheduled for 4 until 9 PM on Sunday, June 7...
Kathy Skelton
May 30, 2015
Kathy Skelton, 61, of Burnsville, MS, died Saturday, May 30, 2015, at the Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. Kathy was a member of Burnsville Tabernacle. She was formerly employed as a radio dispatcher for the Tishomingo County Sheriff’s Department and the City of Iuka Police Department. Funeral services are scheduled for 3:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 2, at Cutshall...
Annie Lou Curry
May 23, 2015
Annie Lou Curry, 83, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, May 23, 2015, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. She was of the Baptist Faith, and enjoyed puzzle books and reading. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Monday, May 25 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 1 PM on Tuesday, May...
Ilene Graham
May 23, 2015
Ilene Graham, 93, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Saturday, May 23, 2015, at her residence. She was a member of Burnsville First Baptist Church, and enjoyed gardening and cooking family dinners. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 8 PM on Monday, May 25 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Glen. Funeral services are scheduled for 3 PM on Tuesday, May 26,...
Rivers Bates
May 22, 2015
Rivers Bates, 85, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, May 22, 2015, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. She was a member of Mt. Glory Baptist Church, and was retired from Bluebell Manufacturing. She enjoyed quilting in her spare time. Visitation is scheduled for 11 AM until 1 PM on Saturday, May 23 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka....
Flora Lee Walker Bellavia
May 22, 2015
Flora Lee Walker Bellavia, 82, of Iuka, Mississippi, passed to life eternal on Friday, May 22, 2015, at Tishomingo Community Living Center. She was born Monday, April 24, 1933 in Iuka, MS to Issac and Annie Mae Walker. After completing her formal education at Iuka High School, she moved to the Chicago area where she worked until returning to...
Lucille Jowers
May 20, 2015
Lucille Jowers, 84, of Tishomingo, MS, died Wednesday, May 20, 2015, at Longwood Community Living Center in Booneville. She was a member of the Tishomingo County Needle Chasers Quilting Guild. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m., Friday, May 22, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka. Interment will follow in Mt. Gilead Cemetery. Visitation is scheduled for 11:00...
Hugh Lester Gregory, Jr.
May 12, 2015
Hugh Lester Gregory, Jr., 83, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Tuesday, May 12, 2015, at his residence. He was an U. S. Army veteran, and was founder of Toltec Lighting. He enjoyed walking his dog all around downtown Iuka. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka, MS is entrusted with arrangements....
Jackie Barnett
May 12, 2015
James Maury “Jackie” Barnett, 72, of Lebanon, TN, formerly of Iuka, MS, died Tuesday, May 12, 2015, at North Mississippi Medical Center Inpatient Hospice in Tupelo. Mr. Barnett was a 1961 graduate of Burnsville High School, and was a Mississippi National Guard veteran. He was a carpenter and worked in residential construction. Funeral services are scheduled for 3:00 p.m.,...
Frances Hudson Dexter
April 27, 2015
Frances Hudson Dexter of Iuka, Mississippi passed away on Monday, April 27, 2015 at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. A graveside service will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, May 2, 2015 at Snowdown Cemetery.
Gifford Franklin Page
April 22, 2015
Gifford Franklin Page, 91, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Wednesday, April 22, 2015, at the Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. Mr. Page was a member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church and a U. S. Army veteran of WWII. He was a lifelong farmer and enjoyed raising cattle. He also enjoyed trips to the Smokey Mountains with his family. Visitation...
Bobby Jourdan
April 19, 2015
Bobby Jourdan, 64, of Tishomingo, Mississippi, died Sunday, April 19, 2015, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. He enjoyed going to auctions, yard sales, storytelling, and playing the piano. He also enjoyed history, politics, and spending time with his family and friends. Visitation is scheduled for 10 AM until 2 PM on Wednesday, April 22 at Cutshall...
Pat Hussey
April 15, 2015
Patricia “Pat” Rebecca Lamb Hussey, 78, of Iuka, Mississippi, went to meet her Lord on Wednesday, April 15, 2015. Mrs. Hussey was born September 9, 1936, in Tupelo, to A. W. “Red” and Lucille Montgomery Lamb. She attended and graduated from Plantersville School where she met her husband, Joe Hussey. She was the angel of his life and they...
Dwight Crum
April 14, 2015
Dwight Crum, 61, of Iuka, Mississippi, died April 14, 2015, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family and friends. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Thursday, April 16 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Glen. Funeral services are scheduled for 3 PM on Friday, April 17,...
Dr. Kenneth Holt
April 11, 2015
Dr. Kenneth Holt, 71, of Tishomingo, MS, died Saturday, April 11, 2015, at the Sanctuary Hospice House in Tupelo. Dr. Holt was a member of the Iuka Baptist Church, and was a retired minister. He was a U. S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 8:00 p.m., Monday, April 13, at Cutshall Funeral...
Emogene "Jean" Gorman White
April 7, 2015
Emogene “Jean” Gorman White, 85, of Tishomingo, Mississippi, died April 7, 2015, at her residence. She was a member of Tishomingo United Methodist Church. She was also a former member of the Red Cross, and was the owner of White’s Café in Tishomingo for many years. She enjoyed gospel music, sewing, and cooking. Visitation is scheduled for 12:30 PM...
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