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.
Luther (Luke) Emerson Hall
April 28, 2014
Luther (Luke) Emerson Hall of Iuka, past International Vice President of the Amalgamated Transit Union, died at his home Monday, April 28, 2014, after a long illness. He was 78. Born Nov. 19, 1935 in rural Tishomingo County, Mr. Hall moved to Memphis as a teen and worked his way through the ranks to head the 190,000-member transit union...
Kevin Paul
April 28, 2014
Kevin Paul, 55, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, April 28, 2014, at Rush Hospital in Meridian, Mississippi. He was an U.S. Navy veteran, and was a member of the Iuka Chapter of the American Legion. He was also a member of Iuka Apostolic Church. He enjoyed gardening, and playing around on his computer. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until...
Fannie Jo Nix
April 25, 2014
Fannie Jo Nix, 80, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, April 25, 2014, at her residence. She loved her animals, and enjoyed taking care of her flowers and plants. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Saturday, April 26 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 1 PM on Sunday, April 27, 2014, at...
Jewel Starkey
April 25, 2014
Jewel Starkey, 94, of Iuka, Mississippi, went to be with the Lord on Friday, April 25, 2014, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. She was the oldest living member of Spring Hill United Methodist Church at the time of her passing. She was born in Tishomingo County on August 17, 1919 to Madison O. Franks and his...
Harold Adams Davis
April 22, 2014
Harold Adams Davis, 79, of Southaven, MS (formerly of Iuka, MS), died Tuesday, April 22, 2014, at Baptist Memorial Hospital – East in Memphis, TN. He was a graduate of Northeast Community College, and Mississippi State University. He served in the U.S. Air Force for 4 years. He was a member of Heartland Baptist Church in Southaven, and was...
Mary Jane James
April 19, 2014
Mary Jane James, 90, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, April 19, 2014, at her residence. Mrs. James enjoyed quilting and gardening. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Monday, April 21, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 22, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka, officiated by Bro. R....
Claude Eugene "Genie" Foote, Jr.
April 17, 2014
Claude E. “Genie” Foote, Jr., 71, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, April 17, 2014, at his residence. He was an U.S. Army Reserve veteran. He enjoyed playing golf, watching sports, and boating and skiing. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 8 PM on Monday, April 21 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 11 AM...
James Edward Timbes, Jr.
April 10, 2014
James Edward Timbes, Jr, 71, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Thursday, April 10, 2014, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. He was an Eagle Scout when he was a young man. He later went on to be a successful business man, and served as Tishomingo County District 2 Constable for several years. Funeral services are scheduled for 10 AM...
Loraine S. Gist
April 3, 2014
Loraine S. Gist, 85, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, April 3, 2014 , at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. She was a member of New Prospect Baptist Church, and was retired from the Iuka Shirt Factory. Visitation...
James Thomas "Jimmy" Hayes, Sr.
April 2, 2014
James Thomas “Jimmy” Hayes, Sr. , 81 , of Cherokee, Alabama , died Wednesday, April 2, 2014, at his residence . He was a member of Margerum Community Church, and was an U.S. Navy veteran of the Korean Conflict. He was retired from Reynolds Aluminum after 31 years of service. He...
Dexter "Deck" Philbin
March 29, 2014
Dexter “Deck” Philbin, 85, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, March 29, 2014, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. He was a member of Trinity Baptist Church, and was retired from the U.S. Air Force after 22 years of service. He served during the times of the Korean and Vietnam Conflicts. He was also 57 year member and Master...
Sis Young
March 25, 2014
Elton Curtis “Sis” Young, 89, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Tuesday, March 25, 2014, at the North Mississippi Medical Center Hospice in Tupelo. Mrs. Young was a member of North Crossroads Community Church. She was a long-time employee of the Cosby-Coker Clinic in Iuka where she worked as a nurse. Sis enjoyed crocheting, gardening, and spending time with her family. ...
Floyd H. Brown
March 20, 2014
Floyd H. Brown, 83, (formerly of Iuka, MS; Upland, IN; and Clairmont, FL), died Thursday, March 20, 2014, at his residence. He was retired from General Motors after 28 years of service, and an U.S. Army veteran. He enjoyed fishing, and watching his grandchildren playing ball. Visitation is scheduled for 3 until 5 PM on Saturday, March 22 at...
Gladys Smith
March 17, 2014
Gladys Smith, 96, of Florence, Alabama (formerly of Iuka, Mississippi), died Monday, March 17, at the Mitchell-Hollingsworth Nursing Home in Florence. Mrs. Smith was a member of the Iuka Church of Christ, being its oldest member until her death. Visitation is scheduled for 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 18, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are...
Rudolph Bonds
March 14, 2014
Rudolph Bonds, 91, of Crossville, Tennessee, formerly of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, March 14, 2014, at Standing Stone Care and Rehab in Monterey, TN. Mr. Bonds was a member of South Crossroads Baptist Church, and was a U. S. Marine Corps veteran of WWII, where he served in the South Pacific. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and gardening. He...
Ed Puckett
March 12, 2014
Ed Puckett, 81, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Wednesday, March 12, 2014, at ECM Hospital in Florence, AL. He was a member and Deacon of New Salem Baptist Church for many years, and was an U.S. Army veteran of the Korean Conflict. He enjoyed gardening, Ole Miss Sports, and spending time and doing activities with his grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled...
Irene C. Gross
March 12, 2014
Irene C. Gross, 92, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Wednesday, March 12, 2014, at Southern Magnolia Estates in Iuka. Mrs. Gross was born April 9, 1921. She was a member of the Iuka Church of Christ. Visitation is scheduled for 12:00 noon until service time at the funeral home on Thursday. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Thursday, March...
Effie Timbes
March 11, 2014
Effie Timbes, 91, of Tishomingo, Mississippi, died Tuesday, March 11, 2014, at the Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. She was a very active member of Tishomingo Baptist Church. She enjoyed her flowers, working in her yard, and gardening. Visitation is scheduled for 11 AM until 1 PM on Friday, March 14 at Tishomingo Baptist Church. Funeral services are scheduled for...
Carl Gibson, Jr.
March 9, 2014
Carl Gibson, Jr., 57, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Sunday, March 9, 2014, at his residence. Mr. Gibson was a long-time truck driver. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 11, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 12, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka, officiated by Bro....
Mildred D. Claunch
March 3, 2014
Mildred D. Claunch, 82, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Monday, March 3, 2014, at her residence. She was a former school teacher who enjoying making crafts, gardening, growing flowers, and spending time with her family. Mrs. Claunch was a Baptist. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 4, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Glen. Funeral services are...
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