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.

Hafford Gene Luttrell

Hafford Gene Luttrell

November 16, 2014

Hafford Gene Luttrell, 70, of Tishomingo, Mississippi, died Sunday, November 16, 2014, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Mr. Luttrell was of the Baptist faith, and was a retired teamster from Roadway Express with 31 years of service. He was a member of Robert G. Smith #412 F & AM and Tishomingo #522 F & AM. He...

Lois Loreath Mcauley

Lois Loreath Mcauley

November 13, 2014

Lois Loreath McAuley, 61, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, November 13, 2014, at her residence. Mrs. McAuley was a member of Antioch Freewill Baptist Church. She was employed as a cook at the Tishomingo Community Living Center. She enjoyed working word puzzles, camping, and spending time with her family. Visitation is scheduled for 4:00 until 9:00 p.m., Friday, November...

Alvie C. Miller

Alvie C. Miller

November 8, 2014

Alvie C. Miller, 83, of Milan, TN, died Saturday, November 08, 2014, at his residence. He was of the Baptist Faith, and was a member of New Haven Baptist Church. He was a also the owner/operator of his own grocery. He was a 32nd Degree Mason, and was a member of the Milan Blue Lodge #191 F&AM. His enjoyed...

Ronny Gwatney

Ronny Gwatney

November 8, 2014

Ronald Wayne Gwatney, 61, of Iuka, MS, formerly of Lake Charles, LA, died Saturday, November 8, 2014, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, MS. Mr. Gwatney was a member of Mission Lighthouse Church in Iuka. Visitation is scheduled for 6:00 until 9:00 p.m., Monday, November 10, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for...

Josephine "Jo" Lindsey

Josephine "Jo" Lindsey

November 7, 2014

Josephine “Jo” Lindsey, 81, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, November 07, 2014, at her daughter’s residence. She was a member of Grenada Baptist Church. She loved going to yard sales, and watching westerns. She enjoyed going to the Elderly Group at the center. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Saturday, November 8 at Cutshall Funeral Home...

David Christopher Garland

David Christopher Garland

November 7, 2014

David Garland, 44, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, November 7, 2014, at his residence. He enjoyed working, hunting and fishing, and being outdoors. 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 wife, Debbie Twitty Garland of Burnsville; his father, Clifton Garland...

Dan O. Graham

Dan O. Graham

November 3, 2014

Dan Graham, 98, of Burnsville, MS, died Monday, November 03, 2014, at his residence. He was an U.S. Army veteran of WWII, having served in the Philippines. He was a Deacon, and longtime member of Burnsville First Baptist Church, and enjoyed gardening. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 8 PM on Tuesday, November 4 at Cutshall Funeral Home in...

Randy Twitty

Randy Twitty

October 31, 2014

John Randy Twitty, 62, of Tishomingo, MS, died Thursday, October 30, 2014, at North Mississippi Medical Center Hospice in Tupelo. Randy was a member of Forrest Grove Baptist Church. He was formerly employed for twenty-four years at R&D Maintenance. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family. Visitation will begin at 6:00...

Chad Riley Daugherty

Chad Riley Daugherty

October 30, 2014

Chad Riley Daugherty, 34, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, October 30, 2014, at his residence. Chad was self-employed in his family’s business, Daugherty Refrigeration. He loved outdoor activities including hunting, fishing, golf, and racing. He also enjoyed competing in dart throwing competitions Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Friday, October 31 at Cutshall Funeral Home in...

Michael Shane Taylor

Michael Shane Taylor

October 29, 2014

Michael Shane Taylor, 39, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Wednesday, October 29, 2014, in Iuka, MS. Michael was formerly employed at PepsiCo in Memphis. He enjoyed sports. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 8:00 p.m., Thursday, October 30, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Friday, October 31, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in...

Janice Marie Ervin

Janice Marie Ervin

October 28, 2014

Janice Marie Ervin, 59, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Tuesday, October 28, 2014, at the Magnolia Regional Health Center. Janice was a long-time member of the Iuka Church of Christ, and was a former teacher at Burnsville School. Visitation is scheduled for 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Thursday, October 30, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for...

Charline Trimm

Charline Trimm

October 26, 2014

Betty Charline Trimm, 81, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, October 26, 2014, at the Magnolia Regional Health Center. Visitation is scheduled for 4:00 until 9:00 p.m., Monday, October 27, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 28, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka, officiated by Bro. Larry Marshall. Interment will...

Christine Johnson

Christine Johnson

October 25, 2014

Christine Johnson, 87, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, October 25, 2014, at the Carrington House in Iuka. She was a member of Harmony United Methodist Church. She enjoyed cooking and quilting. Visitation is scheduled for 12 Noon until 2 PM on Monday, October 27 at Harmony United Methodist Church. Funeral services are scheduled for 2 PM on Monday, October...

Arthur W. Bonds

Arthur W. Bonds

October 25, 2014

Arthur W. Bonds, 89, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, October 25, 2014, at Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston, TX. He was a WWII veteran who served in the 70th Infantry Division of the U.S. Army for three years in Central Europe, Southern France, and Berlin, Germany. He was a proud graduate of the University of Mississippi who enjoyed fishing,...

Doug Mcmahan

Doug Mcmahan

October 23, 2014

Doug McMahan, 72, of Corinth, Mississippi, died Thursday, October 23, 2014, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. He enjoyed gardening, and going for long walks around town. He also enjoyed traveling, and drove through 49 states. He was the owner and operator of McMahan Used Cars. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Saturday, October 25...

Dimple Pirtle

Dimple Pirtle

October 19, 2014

Dimple Pirtle, 80, of Iuka, Mississippi, died October 19, 2014, at the Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. She loved attending church, and going to church singings, and enjoyed doing crossword puzzles. Visitation is scheduled for 6 until 9 PM on Monday, October 20 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 3 PM on Tuesday, October 21,...

Johnnie Ruth Marlar

Johnnie Ruth Marlar

October 18, 2014

Johnnie Ruth Marlar, 75, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, October 18, 2014, at her residence. Mrs. Marlar was a member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church. She was also a member of the Iuka Order of the Eastern Star Chapter #126. She was formerly employed at the Iuka Shirt Factory and AmeriCheck in Iuka. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until...

Donald Wigginton

Donald Wigginton

October 17, 2014

Donald Wigginton, 62, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Friday, October 17, 2014, at the Tishomingo Community Living Center. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka, MS is entrusted with arrangements. He is survived by his wife, Glenda Wigginton of Burnsville; one son, Tim Wigginton of Burnsville; one daughter, Myra Richardson of Iuka;...

Cleta Ann Yarber

Cleta Ann Yarber

October 15, 2014

Cleta Ann Yarber, 75, of Muscle Shoals, Alabama, (formerly of Iuka, Mississippi), died Wednesday, October 15, 2014, at her residence. Mrs. Yarber attended Victory Baptist Church in Muscle Shoals and enjoyed cooking and needlework. Visitation is scheduled for 10:00 until 11:00 p.m., Saturday, October 18, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 a.m., on...

Arthur J. Cox

Arthur J. Cox

October 13, 2014

Arthur J. (Charlie) Cox, 78, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, October 13, 2014, at the Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, Mississippi. He was a security guard at the Welcome Center in Corinth, a member of the First Freewill Baptist Church in Iuka, and a U.S. Navy Veteran. He enjoyed photography and making movies. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00...

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