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.
Michael Wayne Seago
October 13, 2013
Michael Wayne “Mike” Seago, 62, of Guys, Tennessee, died Sunday, October 13, 2013, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee. He was a member of Wells Station Baptist Church of Memphis, Tennessee and was a concrete mason. Visitation is scheduled for 11:00 until 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 16, 2013, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are...
Tony Joe Taylor
October 13, 2013
Tony Joe Taylor, 47, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Sunday, October 13, 2013, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Mr. Taylor was a member of Antioch Freewill Baptist Church. He worked in the construction industry hanging drywall and building docks. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Monday, October 14, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Glen. Funeral...
Rosa "Bludy" Adkins
October 11, 2013
Rosa “Bludy” Adkins, 81, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, October 11, 2013, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. She loved to go dancing and listening to the local band Just Plain Country. She also enjoyed yard sales. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Monday, October 14, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are...
Ruth Broadway
October 10, 2013
Ruth Irene Welch Broadway, 84, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, October 10, 2013, at the Tishomingo Community Living Center. Mrs. Broadway was born July 24, 1929 in Counce, TN. She was a member of Hubbard Salem Baptist Church; and was a retired nurse. She was also a member of the Order of the Eastern Star Chapter #126. Visitation is...
John A. Melville, Jr.
October 8, 2013
John A. Melville, Jr., 78, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Tuesday, October 8, 2013, at his residence. Mr. Melville was formerly employed as a truck driver for Mancuso Cheese in Joliet, IL for over thirty years. He was later employed by the Tishomingo County Board of Supervisors for five years. He was an active member of the Burnsville Volunteer Fire...
Linda Faye Roach
October 8, 2013
Linda Faye Roach, 71, of Corinth, Mississippi, died Tuesday, October 8, 2013, at the Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, MS. Mrs. Roach was formerly employed for thirteen years at ITT. She later worked as a bookkeeper for her father’s business, Parker Sawmill and Pallet Shop. She enjoyed spending time with her friends and family on their waterfront lots...
John A. Melville, Jr.
October 8, 2013
John A. Melville, Jr., 78, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Tuesday, October 8, 2013, at his residence. Mr. Melville was formerly employed as a truck driver for Mancuso Cheese in Joliet, IL for over thirty years. He was later employed by the Tishomingo County Board of Supervisors for five years. He was an active member of the Burnsville Volunteer Fire...
Ona Lambert
October 5, 2013
Ona Lambert, 74, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, October 05, 2013, at the Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. She was a member of Maud Church of Christ. She enjoyed camping, being outdoors, and spending time with her grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Sunday, October 6 at Pleasant Grove Church of Christ. Funeral services...
Carl A. Lambert
October 5, 2013
Carl A. Lambert, 69, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, October 05, 2013, at his residence. He was a member of Pleasant Grove Church of Christ. He was a logger and farmer, and enjoyed growing his watermelons. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Sunday, October 6 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for...
Marie Bullard Jones
October 4, 2013
Marie Bullard Jones, 85, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, October 04, 2013, at the Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. She was a member of Patrick United Methodist Church. She enjoyed crocheting, quilting, yard work, and gardening. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 8 PM on Saturday, October 5 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka....
Charles Christian Evans
October 4, 2013
Charles Christian “Chris” Evans, 48, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, October 4, 2013, at Saint Francis Hospital – Memphis, TN. He was a 1983 graduate of Iuka High School where he served as president of his senior class. He was an Eagle Scout and received his God and Country Award and was tapped for the Order of the Arrow...
Ruth Mcduffy
September 29, 2013
Ruth McDuffy, 77, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, September 29, 2013, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. She was a member of Poplar Springs Freewill Baptist Church. She enjoyed sewing, singing, taking care of her flowers, and spending time with her grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Monday, September 30 at Cutshall Funeral...
Weytha Nunley
September 29, 2013
Melba Weytha Clingan Nunley, 75, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, September 29, 2013, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Mrs. Nunley was of the Baptist faith. She was formerly employed as a bus driver for the Iuka Headstart. She enjoyed flowers and birds. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 8:00 p.m., Monday, September 30, at Cutshall Funeral...
A.T. Marlar, Jr.
September 29, 2013
A.T. Marlar, Jr., 60, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Sunday, September 29, 2013, at his residence. He was a member of Southwest Baptist Church. He was Mayor and an Alderman for the Town of Burnsville for many years. A private service will be held at a later date. Interment will follow in Harmony Hill Cemetery. Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka,...
Johnnie Akers Stephens
September 24, 2013
Johnnie Akers Stephens, 84, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Tuesday, September 24, 2013, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. She was a member of Iuka Gospel Chapel. She enjoyed sewing, cooking, and taking care of her dog,”Lil Bit.” She was well known for making the “Scarlett O’Hara Dress” used in the Iuka Heritage Day Festival. Visitation is scheduled for...
Clay Whitfield
September 21, 2013
Clay Whitfield, 90, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, September 21, 2013, at his residence. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of WWII. He enjoyed woodworking, and spending time with his family. Visitation is scheduled for 6 until 8 PM on Monday, September 23 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 11 AM on Tuesday, September...
Olen J. Parsons
September 21, 2013
Olen J. Parsons, 78, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, September 21, 2013, at his residence. He was a member of the Iuka Church of God, and a Mason and member of the Iuka Lodge #94 F&AM. He enjoyed fishing. Visitation is scheduled 10 AM until 11 AM on Monday, September 23 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services...
Joe Page
September 17, 2013
Joe Page, 83, of Cherokee, Alabama (formerly of Homestead, FL), died Tuesday, September 17, 2013, at his residence. He served in the United States Marine Corp during the Korean Conflict. He was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. His family was his life. He was an avid outdoorsman, and enjoyed hunting and fishing. Visitation is scheduled for 11 AM...
Jesse James Mattox
September 16, 2013
Jesse James Mattox, 37, of Tishomingo, Mississippi, died Monday, September 16, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. He was a good-hearted person who enjoyed fishing and hunting. Visitation is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 21, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for noon on the same day, Saturday, at Cutshall Funeral Home...
Earl Ray Dillard
September 16, 2013
Earl Ray Dillard, 83, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, September 16, 2013, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. He enjoyed being outdoors, gardening, and spending time with his family. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Tuesday, September 17 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 1 PM on Wednesday, September 18,...
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