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.
Susie Arnett
December 20, 2013
Susie Arnett, 76, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, December 20, 2013, at the Tishomingo Community Living Center in Iuka. Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka, MS is entrusted with arrangements. Survivors include one brother, Richard Brown (Carolyn) of Iuka, MS; and six sisters, Louise Kingen (Billy) of Cherokee, AL, Clara Cook (John) of San Diego, CA, Pauline Herman (Tommy) of...
Pamela Annette Clark
December 20, 2013
Pamela Annette Clark, 47, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, December 20, 2013, at her residence. Pam worked most of her life as a certified nursing assistant, and loved her nursing home patients. Visitation is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home on Monday. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m., Monday, December 23, at Cutshall...
Tommie Jean Watson
December 20, 2013
Tommie Jean Watson, 79, of Tishomingo, Mississippi, died Friday, December 20, 2013, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Ms. Watson was formerly employed at McCune’s Restaurant, which was owned by her family. She later worked for Boeing at Cape Canaveral, and then in the banking industry where she was a loan officer and retired as a vice-president....
Lela Gamble
December 16, 2013
Lela Gamble, 99, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, December 16, 2013, at the Tishomingo Community Living Center. Mrs. Gamble was a member of New Prospect Baptist Church. She was formerly employed as cafeteria manager at the Iuka School, as a seamstress at Blue Bell, and as manager at General Dollar in Iuka. She also worked at Robbins Jewelry and...
Mae Romine Hudson
December 15, 2013
Mae Romine Hudson, 91, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, December 15, 2013, at the Tishomingo Community Living Center in Iuka. Born on October 13, 1922, in Rogersville, AL, Mrs. Hudson was the daughter of Jess and Myrtle Stutts Romine. She graduated from Coffee High School in Florence, AL. She had worked at the Tishomingo County Hospital, the Iuka Shirt...
Geneva Higginbottom
December 13, 2013
Geneva Higginbottom, 86, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, December 13, 2013, at the Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. She was a member of Iuka Gospel Chapel. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Sunday, December 15 at Iuka Gospel Chapel. Funeral services are scheduled for 1 PM on Monday, December 16, 2013, at Iuka Gospel Chapel, officiated by...
Clayton Hall
December 11, 2013
William Clayton Hall, 91, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Wednesday, December 11, 2013, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Mr. Hall enjoyed gardening, fishing, and squirrel hunting. He also loved to spend time with friends at the Tishomingo State Park Senior Program. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Friday, December 13, at Cutshall Funeral Home in...
Johnie Perry
December 9, 2013
Johnie Perry, 91, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Monday, December 9, 2013, at her residence. She was a homemaker of the Baptist Faith. Visitation is scheduled for 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM on Thursday, December 12, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Glen. Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 AM, Thursday, December 12, 2013, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Glen,...
Vern Lee
December 8, 2013
Vern Lee, 83, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, December 8, 2013, at his residence. He loved taking care of his dogs, and doing yard work. There will be a private service at a later date. Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka, MS is entrusted with arrangements. He is survived by his wife, Linda Lee of Iuka; 1 son – Kirk...
Ruthie Julen
December 8, 2013
Ruthie Julen, 72, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Sunday, December 8, 2013, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Burnsville. She loved her family and grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Tuesday, December 10 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 1...
Alice Hester
December 8, 2013
Alice Dexter Hester, 83, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, December 8, 2013, at Southern Magnolia Estates in Iuka. She was a member of New Prospect Baptist Church. She was a talented homemaker that enjoyed cooking, canning, embroidery, sewing, and quilting. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Monday, December 9, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral...
Troy Hendrix
December 7, 2013
Allen “Troy” Hendrix, 77, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Saturday, December 7, 2013, at home with his family at his bedside. Mr. Hendrix was of the Primitive Baptist faith. He was a lifetime musician, and was retired from the United States Air Force. He also worked as a History teacher, a security officer, and as writer of the Daily Corinthian...
Gerald Oneal Scruggs
December 2, 2013
Gerald Oneal Scruggs, 83, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, December 2, 2013 at Southern Magnolia Estates in Iuka. He was an U.S. Army veteran of the Korean Conflict, and remained a member of American Legion Post 15 until his death. He was deeply honored to have been able to serve his country. He was a retired welder and of...
Freddie Ray Clark, Sr.
December 2, 2013
Freddie Ray Clark, Sr., 57, of Cairo, Mississippi, died Monday, December 2, 2013, at Highway 364 close to CR 1401 in Booneville as the result of an automobile accident. He enjoyed taking care of his cats and dogs. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Wednesday, December 4 at New Lebanon Freewill Baptist Church. Funeral services are...
Elizabeth Ann Hellums
November 29, 2013
Elizabeth Ann Hellums, 81, of Golden, Mississippi, died November 29, 2013, at her residence. She was of the Baptist Faith. She was a gifted artist, who also wrote books and music. Visitation is scheduled for 10:30 AM until 2 PM on Monday, December 2 at Deaton Funeral Home in Belmont. Funeral services are scheduled for 2 PM on Monday,...
Junior Borden
November 28, 2013
Junior Borden, 81, of Cherokee, Alabama, died November 28, 2013, at Helen Keller Hospital. He was a member of Asphalt Rock Baptist Church. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening, and being outdoors. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Saturday, November 30 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 3 PM on Sunday, December...
Mr. Tom L. Smith
November 28, 2013
Tom L. Smith, 77, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, November 28, 2013, at his residence. He was a member of Mt. Gilead Baptist Church. He enjoyed working, and refurbishing old cars. He loved running his business, and enjoyed taking care of his customers. Visitation is scheduled for 6 until 9 PM on Friday, November 29 at Cutshall Funeral Home...
Tawanna Van Helton
November 27, 2013
Tawanna Van Helton, 48, of Corinth, Mississippi, died Wednesday, November 27, 2013, at the Regional Medical Center in Memphis, TN. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Saturday, November 30, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m., Sunday, December 1st, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka, officiated by Bro. Haskell Sparks...
Clinton "Popeye" Dexter
November 25, 2013
Clinton “Popeye” Dexter, 93, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, November 25, 2013, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, MS. Mr. Dexter was retired from Reynolds Aluminum, where he worked as a carpenter. He was an avid coon hunter, and was a member of the Key Underwood Coon Dog Cemetery Association. He also enjoyed fishing and following local sports...
Horace W. Smith
November 25, 2013
Horace W. Smith, 82, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Monday, November 25, 2013, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. He was born July 6, 1931 to Ernest and Celeste Smith of Burnsville, MS. He married his sweetheart Mavis Boyette on January 7, 1950. They were pen pals from the Progressive Farmer prior to getting married. He lived in Michigan...