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.
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...
Ladonna Borden
April 6, 2015
LaDonna Drumm Borden, 82, of Cherokee, AL, died Monday, April 6, 2015, at her residence. She was a member of Asphalt Rock Baptist Church. She loved to crochet in her spare time. Visitation is beginning at 11 AM on Thursday, April 9 and continuing until service time on Friday, April 10 at Asphalt Rock Baptist Church. Funeral services are...
Joan B. Ferguson
April 6, 2015
Joan B. Ferguson, 74, of Hernando, MS, formerly of Iuka, MS, died Monday, April 6, 2015, at her home in Hernando. Mrs. Ferguson was a member of Hernando Baptist Church. She was a graduate of Burnsville High School and attended Mississippi State College for Women. Joan served as past governor of the Mississippi Rotary Club, and as a board...
Teri Lancaster
March 30, 2015
Teri Lancaster, 64, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, March 30, 2015, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Her family was her life. She enjoyed crafts, playing games, and watching movies. A memorial service will be held at 7 PM on Friday, April 3, 2015, at Tate Baptist Church at 1201 North Harper Road in Corinth. It will be...
Nona Burns Barnett
March 30, 2015
Nona Bonds Burns Barnett, 69, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, March 30, 2015, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. She served the community for many years by selling real estate and working for Mississippi Action for Progress Headstart Program. Shew as a loving sister, mother, and grandmother who will be greatly missed. She loved to laugh and enjoyed...
Grace Mcbride
March 27, 2015
Grace McBride, 93, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, March 27, 2015, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home in Iuka. She was a Christian, who served the Lord quietly. She was a graduate from Burnsville High School, and Mississippi State College for Women at Columbus. She taught school at Central Elementary. A retired 33 year employee of Iuka Shirt Factory and...
Greg F. Ragan
March 25, 2015
Gregory Finley Ragan, 49, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Wednesday, March 25, 2015, at his residence. Greg was a member of the Burnsville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department. He was also formerly employed as a heavy equipment operator at Hoover, Inc. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 8:00 p.m., Friday, March 27, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Glen. Funeral services...
Lester Dexter
March 24, 2015
Lester Dexter, 89, of Iuka, Mississippi, died March 24, 2015, at his residence. He was an U.S. Navy veteran of WWII, and was Founder and Vice President of the Tri-State K-9 Search Team. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. Visitation is scheduled for 4 until 9 PM on Wednesday, March 25 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are...
Stephen Darrell Green
March 22, 2015
Stephen Darrell Green, 60, of Iuka, Mississippi, died March 22, 2015, at his residence. Visitation is scheduled for 12:00 - 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 24 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 24, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka. Services will be officiated by Bro. Rodney Windham. Interment will follow...
Wayne Brown
March 19, 2015
Robert Wayne (Mulehead) Brown, 70, of Iuka, Mississippi, died March 19, 2015, at his residence. Wayne was a former employee of Iuka Shirt Company and a truck driver. He enjoyed camping, boating, and gardening. Visitation is scheduled for 4:00 - 8:00 p.m., Friday, March 20, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Services are scheduled for Saturday, March 21, at...
Martha "Marty" Lea Davis
March 19, 2015
Martha Lea “Marty” Davis, 72, of Toone, TN, formerly of Greencastle, IN, and Iuka, MS, died Thursday, March 19, 2015, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN. Martha enjoyed flower gardening, canning, and swimming. She also loved to cook and spend time with her children and grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled for 4:00 until 7:00 p.m., Sunday, March...