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.
Millert "Milt" Holiday
February 9, 2014
Millert “Milt” Holiday, 66, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, February 9, 2014, at The Meadows in Fulton, Mississippi. He was a Deacon and member of First Missionary Baptist Church in Iuka. He loved sports, and was a youth league coach. He was very active in his community, and was a local maintenance man for several local families. Visitation is...
W. M. "Max" Harber
February 3, 2014
Wythal Maxell Harber, 78, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, February 3, 2014, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Mr. Harber was a loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He was a Scottish Rite Mason and a member of the Paden Lodge #412 F&AM. Visitation is scheduled for 4:00 until 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 4, at Cutshall Funeral Home...
Russell Brown
January 25, 2014
Russell Brown, 71, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, January 25, 2014, at his residence. Funeral services are scheduled for 3:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 29, at Antioch Freewill Baptist Church, officiated by Donnie Bobo. Interment will follow in Antioch Cemetery. Visitation is scheduled for 12:00 noon until service time at the church on Wednesday. Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka, MS...
Earline Bonds
January 23, 2014
Earline Bonds, 85, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, January 23, 2014, at her residence. She was a member of Mt. Gilead Baptist Church. She married the love of her life, Travis Bonds, on September 15, 1944. She enjoyed crocheting, reading, and spending time with her family and especially her grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Saturday,...
Chris Littlejohn
January 21, 2014
Chris Littlejohn, 26, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Tuesday, January 21, 2014, at Highway 72 in Iuka as the result of an automobile accident. He was a member of Iuka First Freewill Baptist Church. He enjoyed boating, going four wheeler riding, listening to music, and loved taking care of his vehicles. Visitation is beginning at 6 PM on Wednesday, January...
Avon Tucker
January 21, 2014
J. A. (Avon) Tucker, 87, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Tuesday, January 21, 2014, at Sanctuary Hospice House in Tupelo. He and his wife were the owners of J. A. Tucker Furniture and Appliance in Burnsville for many years. Mr. Tucker was also a farmer, home builder, and in his younger years was a peddler, as well as a U.S....
Larry Burcham
January 16, 2014
Larry Burcham, 70, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Thursday, January 16, 2014, at Baptist Memorial Hospital-East in Memphis. He loved being a grandfather, and enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 8 PM on Saturday, January 18 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 2 PM on Sunday, January 19, 2014,...
Robert W. Stringer
January 16, 2014
Robert W. Stringer, 70, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, January 16, 2014, at his residence. Mr. Stringer was a member of Spring Hill United Methodist Church. He retired from the State of Mississippi where he worked as a heavy equipment operator at Yellow Creek Port. He was a 32 degree mason and a member of the Tishomingo Lodge #522...
Ruth Pendergrast
January 15, 2014
Ruth Pendergrast, 83, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Wednesday, January 15, 2014, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, MS. Mrs. Pendergrast was a long-time member of the Burnsville Tabernacle, and was a homemaker. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Friday, January 17, at Burnsville Tabernacle. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m., Saturday, January 18, at Burnsville...
Anna Jean Smith
January 15, 2014
Anna Jean Smith, 68, of Moscow, TN (formerly of Iuka, MS), died Wednesday, January 15, 2014, at the Baptist Memorial Hospital-East in Memphis. She loved going on cruises, and playing in casinos. She loved her pets, and loved NASCAR. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Friday, January 17 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services...
Ray Ross
January 13, 2014
Carley Ray Ross, 88, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Monday, January 13, 2014, at his residence. Mr. Ross was a member of Rowland Mills Baptist Church, and was retired from J. C. Jourdan Lumber Co. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, and spending time with his family. Visitation is scheduled 12:00 noon until service time at the funeral home on Tuesday. Funeral...
Roxie Yow
January 12, 2014
Roxie Yow, 97, of Niceville, FL (formerly of Iuka, MS), died Sunday, January 12, 2014, at The Manor of Blue Water Bay in Niceville, FL. She loved to attend church, and enjoyed Billy Graham programs. She also enjoyed the Lawrence Welk show. She was an avid walker and shoe shopper. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on...
Alan Lewis Skinner
January 8, 2014
Alan Skinner Alan Lewis Skinner, known by his friends as “Skinner”, 41, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Wednesday, January 8, 2014, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Skinner was employed at Lambert’s Auto Salvage in Booneville. He loved to ride motorcycles. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Friday, January 10, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Glen....
Kelly Ann Lilley
January 6, 2014
Kelly Ann Lilley, age 47, died Monday, January 6, 2014, at the Mississippi Care Center in Corinth, MS. She enjoyed reading and music and loved her family and pets. Visitation is scheduled for 4:00 until 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 7, 2014, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 8, at Cutshall...
Wanda Louise Mckee
January 3, 2014
Wanda Louise Floyd McKee, 90, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Friday, January 3, 2014, at Whitfield Nursing Home in Corinth. Mrs. McKee was born October 23, 1923, in Burnsville, MS. She was a member of Burnsville Baptist Church, and was a cosmetologist for thirty-five years. Mrs. McKee loved and took great care of her animals. Visitation is scheduled for 4:00...
Ronnie Lee Jourdan
January 1, 2014
Ronnie Lee Jourdan, 66, of Chickasaw, Alabama, died Wednesday, January 1, 2014, in Baldwyn, Mississippi. He was born February 28, 1947 in Pensacola, Florida to Parmer Lee and Christine Burcham Jourdan. He attended Pensacola High School where he excelled as a high jumper on the Track and Field team which led to a full scholarship to the University of...
Maye Adams Smith
December 30, 2013
Maye Adams Smith, 79, of Florence, Alabama (formerly of Iuka, Mississippi),joined her loving parents and brother at their heavenly home place on Monday, December 30, 2013, at ECM Hospital in Florence. She was a member of Woodmont Baptist Church, where she fully enjoyed fellowship with the community and her family. She was a loving wife and devoted mother. She...
Debbie Brown Wilbanks
December 26, 2013
Debbie Brown Wilbanks, 51, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, December 26, 2013, at Highway 25 South as the result of an automobile accident. She was a fun and outgoing person, and cared a lot about others. In her spare time she liked to hunt and fish. Visitation is scheduled for 10 AM until 2 PM on Sunday, December 29...
Jimmie A. Jones
December 25, 2013
Jimmie A. Jones, 89, of Owatonna, Minnesota, formerly of Iuka, Mississippi, died Wednesday, December 25, 2013, at her home in Owatonna, MN. Mrs. Jones was born August 30, 1924, in Iuka, MS, the daughter of James and Minnie Maxwell Yarber. She married her husband, William Jones, on August 16, 1941, in Iuka, MS. The couple lived in Waukegan, IL,...
Mose Dewey Nunley
December 22, 2013
Mose Dewey Nunley, 77, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, December 22, 2013, at Baptist Memorial Hospital-East in Memphis. He was born in Iuka, and lived 41 years in Illinois. He worked for General Electric for 25 years, and was involved in real estate, life insurance, the cemetery business, and owned a self-service gas station and convenience store. His favorite...
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