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.
Christine South Davis
September 4, 2015
Christine South Davis, 81, of Burnsville, MS, died Friday, September 4, 2015, at the Carrington House in Iuka. Mrs. Davis was a member of Berea Church of Christ and a homemaker. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Monday, September 7, at Pleasant Grove Church of Christ, officiated by Jim Estes. Interment will follow in Pleasant Grove Cemetery. Pallbearers...
Ray Underwood
September 3, 2015
Ellis Ray Underwood, 72, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, September 3, 2015, at his residence. Mr. Underwood was a member of Fifth Street Baptist Church, where he formerly served as a deacon and continued to serve as honorary deacon. He retired from Genesco Shoe Co. after twenty years of employment, and following retirement he continued his career working for...
Joe Counts
September 3, 2015
Joe Counts, 48, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, September 03, 2015, at his residence. He enjoyed to laugh and enjoyed his work as a carpenter. He also enjoyed building fast trucks and motorcycles. 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...
Pam Todd
September 1, 2015
Pamela Lee Todd, 61, of Iuka, MS, died Tuesday, September 1, 2015, at Baldwyn Nursing Facility. Pam enjoyed fishing, hunting, and going to drag races. She also loved to cook and spend time with her grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 8:00 p.m., Thursday, September 3, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00...
John Morris Huffman
August 27, 2015
John Morris Huffman, 65, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, August 27, 2015, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Mr. Huffman served in the U.S. Army, enjoyed hunting, and spending time with his friends. Visitation is scheduled for one hour prior to service time on Saturday, August 27. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on Saturday at...
Robert Neal Morris
August 20, 2015
Robert Neal Morris, 48, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, August 20, 2015, at his residence. Robert was a member of Poplar Springs Freewill Baptist Church. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, and was a member of the Piney Flatt Sportsman’s Club. He also loved to work and make people laugh. Visitation is scheduled for 2:00 – 5:00 p.m., Sunday, August...
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 –...
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