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.
Mike Wilson
August 20, 2015
Michael Anthony Wilson, 51, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, August 20, 2015, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. Mike was a twenty-five year employee of the City of Iuka Gas and Water Department. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and collecting arrowheads. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Friday, August 21, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are...
Jane Carolyn Buckles
August 17, 2015
Jane Carolyn Buckles, 78, of Rienzi, MS, died Monday, August 17, 2015, at her residence. Mrs. Buckles was a member of Greater Life United Pentecostal Church. Her family was her life, and she enjoyed camping and spending time with her children and grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 18, at First Church of the...
Johnnie Faye Lambert Ledbetter Croft
August 15, 2015
Johnnie Faye Lambert Ledbetter Croft, 70, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, August 15, 2015, at her residence. She loved to cook, sew, spend time with her grandchildren, and laugh. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Monday, August 17 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 11 AM on Tuesday, August 18, 2015,...
Horace Edwin Ledgewood
August 11, 2015
Horace Edwin Ledgewood, 87, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Tuesday, August 11, 2015, at his residence. Mr. Ledgewood was born to the late Vernon McKinley Ledgewood and Allie Louan Shook Ledgewood on December 26, 1927, in Waterloo, AL. He was a Baptist and attended Iuka Baptist Church since October 1963, where he actively participated, especially in the music program. He...
Ruby Mcmeans
August 11, 2015
Ruby McMeans, 84, of Iuka, Mississippi, died August 11, 2015, at her residence. Mrs. McMeans was a member of Fairview Community Church and formerly employed at Genesco Shoe Company. She enjoying going out to eat. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 8:00 p.m., Friday, August 14, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m.,...
Rick Miller
August 9, 2015
Rick Miller, 66, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, August 9, 2015, at his residence. He was born in Memphis, Tennessee to Margaret Hinton and Norman Miller on October 12, 1948. He was retired from the U.S. Marine Corp after 20 ½ years of service. He attained the rank of Master Sergeant, and was a Vietnam Conflict veteran. He attained...
Vetress Belue Presley
August 6, 2015
Vetress Belue Presley, 92, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, August 06, 2015, in Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. She was born November 22, 1922 to Henry and Essie Belue. She owned a local business, Princes Beauty Shop in downtown Iuka for 13 years. She was an active member of New Prospect Baptist Church for 32 years, where she served as...
James Kenneth "Kenny" Highfield
August 6, 2015
James Kenneth “Kenny” Highfield, 45, of Sheffield, Alabama, died Thursday, August 06, 2015 at Helen Keller Hospital. He enjoyed skeet shooting, fishing, hunting, and racing. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Friday, August 7 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 2 PM on Saturday, August 8, 2015, at Cutshall Funeral Home...
Chester South
August 6, 2015
Chester South, 84, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, August 6, 2015, at the Carrington House in Iuka. Mr. South was a U. S. Army veteran of the Korean War. He was a lifelong trader and auctioneer, and loved to spend time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled for 1:00 until 2:00 p.m., Sunday, August 9, at Cutshall...
Avanell Thornton Barnett Edmondston
July 30, 2015
Avanell Thornton Barnett Edmondston, 95, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, July 30, 2015, at her daughter’s residence. She was born December 15, 1919 in Iuka to Pete and Grace Thornton. She was a graduate of Iuka High School. Visitation is scheduled for 1 until 3 PM on Saturday, August 1 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are...
William Robert "Robby" Murphy
July 28, 2015
William Robert “Robby” Murphy, 50, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Tuesday, July 28, 2015, at the North Mississippi Medical Center - Iuka. He enjoyed fishing, C.B. Radio, and working outside. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Wednesday, July 29 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 1 PM on Thursday, July 30, 2015,...
Lucian Puckett
July 25, 2015
Lucian Puckett, 83, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, July 25, 2015, at Tishomingo Community Living Center. He was a member of Iuka Church of Christ. He was an avid Atlanta Braves fan, and enjoyed trading cars and helping people. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Monday, July 27 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services...
Kathryn Mccomic
July 23, 2015
Kathryn McComic, 81, of Iuka, Mississippi (formerly of Memphis, TN), died Thursday, July 23, 2015, at Baptist Memorial Hospital - East. She loved growing flowers. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka, MS is entrusted with arrangements. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, John McComic of Iuka;...
Clidell Lambert Epperson
July 23, 2015
Clidell Lambert Epperson, 85, of Burnsville, MS, died Thursday, July 23, 2015, at her residence. She was a member of Antioch Freewill Baptist Church. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka, MS is entrusted with arrangements. She is survived by 1 grandson – Aaron Weathers of Burnsville; 1 brother –...
Donald Lapradd, Sr.
July 14, 2015
Donald E. LaPradd, Sr., 59, of Cherokee, Alabama, died July 14, 2015, at Eliza Coffee Memorial Hospital. 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 Lepradd of Cherokee, AL; 1 son – Donald E. LaPradd, Jr. of Cherokee, AL;...
Bonnie Mae Arnold
July 14, 2015
Bonnie Mae Arnold, 86, of Cartersville, GA (formerly of Iuka, Mississippi), died July 14, 2015, at Townsend Park Nursing Home. She was an avid gardener, and enjoyed her flowers and cooking. She loved her children, and loved spoiling her grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled for 6 until 9 PM on Wednesday, July 15 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral...
Anne Mcclung
July 13, 2015
Dorothy Anne McClung, 67, of Tishomingo, MS, died Monday, July 13, 2015, at her residence. Mrs. McClung was an amazing lady who loved all of her family, and she considered them her greatest accomplishment. She loved her grandchildren and great-grandchildren as her own, and taught all of her family about the love of God and how to love one...
Frances Maderia Wilson
July 12, 2015
Frances Maderia “Dear” Wilson, 77, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, July 12, 2015, at her residence. Mrs. Wilson was a member of Spring Hill United Methodist Church and a homemaker. She enjoyed flowers and gardening, and especially loved sewing. Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 a.m., Thursday, July 16, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka, officiated by Rev....
Margie Feltman Forsythe
July 11, 2015
Margie Nell Feltman Forsythe, 63, of Iuka, MS, died Saturday, July 11, 2015, at Baptist Memorial Hospital – East in Memphis, TN. Margie was born November 30, 1951 in Tishomingo, MS, to Duggar and Nellie Luttrell Feltman. She was a member of Gospel Lighthouse Church. She was also a graduate of Iuka High School, and worked as a cosmetologist....
Melvin A. Bringle
July 9, 2015
Melvin Ashley Bringle, 84, of Tishomingo, MS, died Thursday, July 9, 2015, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Mr. Bringle was retired from Mueller Brass in Fulton. He enjoyed staying home and enjoying his retirement. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m., Sunday, July 12, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka, officiated by Dr. Tony Curtis....
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