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.
Charlene Rolleigh
December 8, 2014
Charlene Rolleigh, 70, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, December 8, 2014, at her residence. She worked with her husband, side by side, in their family owned chiropractic clinic for 43 years. She loved taking care of people, and spending time with her children and grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled for 4 until 8 PM on Thursday, December 11 at Cutshall...
Kathleen Lax French
December 7, 2014
Kathleen Lax French, 77, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, December 7, 2014, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Mrs. French was a member of the Iuka Red Hat Society and the Iuka Homemakers Club. She was also a supporter of the Friends of the Iuka Public Library. She enjoyed caring for her friends and neighbors. Visitation is...
Bessie Burleson
December 7, 2014
Bessie Burleson, 95, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, December 07, 2014, at the Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home in Iuka. She was retired from the Tishomingo County School District after many years of service in the cafeteria. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, quilting, fishing, and most of all time with children and grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 8 PM...
Kathy Jane Carson
December 5, 2014
Kathy Jane Carson, 65, of Iuka, Mississippi, died at her residence, Friday, December 5, 2014 after a lengthy battle with cancer. She was affectionately known as Nana, and was extremely proud of her grandchildren. She enjoyed Poppy’s flowers and garden, canning vegetables, making her famous salsa with her grandkids, fishing, and reading. She was a loyal 32 year employee...
Melisa Allred Cowell
December 2, 2014
Melisa Allred Cowell, 51, of Iuka, Mississippi, died December 2, 2014, at her residence. Mrs. She loved to read, and watch old classic movies. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka, MS is entrusted with arrangements. Survivors include 1 sister – Cathy Parsons of Iuka; 1 step son – Wesley...
Reba Mozel Corsbie Davis
November 24, 2014
Reba Mozel Corsbie Davis, 85, of Tishomingo, Mississippi, died Monday, November 24, 2014, at the Tishomingo Community Living Center after a battle with advanced Parkinson’s Disease. She was born October 10, 1929 to Oscar and Mary Ellen Corsbie. She married Charles W. Davis on November 27, 1946 in Tishomingo County. They would have been married for 68 years on...
Mary Esther Burns
November 23, 2014
Mary Esther Burns, 87, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, November 23, 2014, at her residence. Mrs. Burns was a member of Pleasant Grove Church of Christ. She was formerly employed in housekeeping at the Iuka Hospital, and was a homemaker. She loved the outdoors and taking care of her animals. She also enjoyed genealogy and spending time with her...
Billie Sue Honeycutt
November 17, 2014
Billie Sue Honeycutt, 74, of Como, MS, formerly of Memphis, TN, and Cherokee, AL, died Monday, November 17, 2014, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Oxford. Mrs. Honeycutt was a member of New Hope Baptist Church in Harmontown, MS, and was a homemaker. Visitation is scheduled for 6:00 until 9:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 19, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka....
Ann Rast Strauss
November 17, 2014
Julia Ann Rast Strauss, 72, of Forest Hill, MD, formerly of Neptune, NJ, died Monday, November 17, 2014, at Rock Springs Village in Forest Hill, MD. She worked as a civilian for the U.S. Army at Ft. Monmouth for twenty-six years before retiring in 2000. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Friday, November 21, graveside at Pleasant Hill...
Betty Jean Vestal
November 16, 2014
Betty Jean Vestal, 76, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, November 16, 2014, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. She was born in Grayson County, KY on August 28, 1938. She loved to read and play with her Yorkies but most of all she loved her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka, MS is entrusted...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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