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.
Lois J. Long
April 29, 2013
Lois J. Long, 99, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, April 29, 2013, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Mrs. Long was the last living charter member of the Paden Chapter No. 351 of the Order of the Eastern Star. She held dual memberships in both the Paden and Iuka Chapters, and had served as Worthy Matron, Chaplain,...
Howard L. "Radar" Ragan
April 27, 2013
Howard L. “Radar” Ragan, 55, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died April 27, 2013, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. He was a Mason, a former U.S. Marine, and was a Burnsville firefighter. Visitation is scheduled for 6 until 9 PM on Tuesday, April 30 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Glen. Cutshall Funeral Home of Glen, MS is entrusted with...
Cecil H. Brown
April 25, 2013
Cecil Harold Brown, 92, of Iuka, Mississippi, left this world to meet Jesus and his wife of sixty-eight years on April 25, 2013. Mr. Brown was born on February 2, 1921, to Clarence “Farmer” and Beatrice Skinner Brown in Iuka, MS. He graduated from Iuka High School, and then joined the U.S. Navy in 1942. He was a veteran...
Janice Wood Jones
April 25, 2013
Janice Wood Jones, 46, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, April 25, 2013, at the Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, MS. Mrs. Jones was a member of North Crossroads Community Church. She enjoyed cross stitching and making quilt patterns. She also enjoyed fishing. Visitation is scheduled for 4:00 until 8:00 p.m., Sunday, April 28, at Cutshall Funeral Home in...
Rev. L. R. Lewis, Jr.
April 21, 2013
Rev. L. R. Lewis, Jr., 77, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, April 21, 2013, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Rev. Lewis was a member of Mynot Missionary Baptist Church, and was a lifelong minister and missionary, having founded several churches in Washington, Arizona, and Mississippi. He was also the former owner and operator of Lewis’ Fish...
Sheila Sanders
April 18, 2013
Sheila Sanders, 51, of Phil Campbell, Alabama, died Thursday, April 18, 2013, at the Russellville Hospital. She loved children, and was attending college to become a teacher. She loved spending time with her children and grandchildren, loved life, and will be sorely missed. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka, MS...
William "Bill" Curtis, Sr.
April 18, 2013
William “Bill” Curtis, Sr, 96, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, April 18, 2013, at Southern Magnolia Estates in Iuka. He was a member of the Iuka United Methodist Church, and also served twice in the U.S. Army Air Corp and Air Force, serving in both World War II and the Korean Conflict. He later served as the commander at...
Martha Isom Lambert
April 17, 2013
On April 17, 2013, our community lost an amazing mother, a wonderful woman, and a sincere friend. Martha Isom Lambert was born in Corinth, Mississippi, on July 25, 1928. She was a lifetime member of the Iuka Church of Christ where she was loved by all the members. She married the love of her life, Bob Lambert, in May...
Donald N. Strachan
April 16, 2013
Donald N. Strachan, 83, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Tuesday, April 16, 2013, at his residence. Mr. Strachan was a member of Glendale Baptist Church, and was a U. S. Army veteran. He was formerly employed for several years at Johnson Printing Company, and later retired from Dana Corp. following thirty-eight years of service. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. Visitation...
Dale Price
April 11, 2013
Dale Price, 71, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, April 11, 2013, at the Regional Medical Center in Memphis, as the result of an automobile accident. Mr. Price attended New Salem Baptist Church and was self-employed. He was a U. S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War, and a member of the Burnsville Lodge #233 F&AM. He also served as...
Annette Allen Curtis
April 3, 2013
Annette Allen Curtis, 75, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Wednesday, April 3, 2013, at Southern Magnolia Estates in Iuka. Mrs. Curtis was a member of the Iuka Baptist Church. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Saturday, April 6, at the Iuka Baptist Church, officiated by Rev. Gary Watkins and Rev. Stanley Magill. Interment will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery....
Stoney Yarbrough
March 27, 2013
Gerald Richard “Stoney” Yarbrough, 59, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died March 27, 2013, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. He was in the auto electrical business for over 25 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Thursday, March 28 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral...
Terry Carden
March 26, 2013
Terry Carden, 42, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Tuesday, March 26, 2013, at his residence. He enjoyed playing softball, fishing, and spending time with his family and friends. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Wednesday, March 27 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled 11 AM on Thursday, March 28, 2013, at Cutshall Funeral...
Geraldine Mars
March 26, 2013
Geraldine Mars, 86, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Tuesday, March 26, 2013, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. Mrs. Mars was a member of Mt. Joy Baptist Church. She retired from Blue Bell in Tishomingo, MS, where she worked as a seamstress for thirty-eight years. She loved sewing, and also enjoyed gardening and flowers. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00...
Mary Jane Dexter Waldrep
March 25, 2013
Mary Jane Dexter Waldrep, 83, of Cherokee, Alabama, died Monday, March 25, 2013, at Eliza Coffee Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Waldrep was a lifelong member of Allsboro Cumberland Presbyterian Church, where she sang in the choir and taught Sunday School for over thirty years. She was formerly employed for thirty years as a secretary and substitute teacher at Allsboro Junior...
Mary Sue Cox Maxey Wiley
March 23, 2013
Mary Sue Cox Maxey Wiley, 96, of Byhalia, MS (formerly of Iuka), died Saturday, March 23, 2013, at the Trinity Mission of Great Oaks in Byhalia. She was born October 29, 1916 in New Albany, Mississippi. She went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on March 23, 2013. She was a graduate of New Albany High...
Delia Lambert
March 22, 2013
Delia Lambert, 80, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Friday, March 22, 2013, at her residence. She was a member of Antioch Freewill Baptist Church. She enjoyed gardening, her flowers, quilting, reading, and cooking. Visitation is scheduled for 4 until 8 PM on Sunday, March 24 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 2 PM on Monday,...
Randall T. Jones
March 22, 2013
Randall Jones, 50, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, March 22, 2013, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis. He attended Patrick United Methodist Church. A memorial service will be held at 11 AM on Monday, March 25, 2013, and will be officiated by Rev. Ricky Jenkins and Rev. Larry Dollar. Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka, MS is entrusted with arrangements....
Jackie Lutson
March 18, 2013
Jacqueline “Jackie” Lutson, 49, of Corinth, MS, died Monday, March 18, 2013, at her residence. Visitation is scheduled for one hour prior to service time at the funeral home on Saturday. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m., Saturday, March 23, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka, officiated by Bro. Warren Jones. Interment will follow in Snowdown Cemetery....
Betty S. Holland
March 18, 2013
Betty Sue Holland, 79, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, March 18, 2013, at her residence. Mrs. Holland was an active member of Mt. Moriah Baptist Church. She was formerly employed at the Iuka Shirt Factory and at Genesco Shoe Company. She enjoyed reading and playing the piano at church. She also loved spending time with her grandchildren. Visitation is...
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