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.
Nancy Robinson Brinkley
Mar 22, 2025
Nancy Joyce Robinson Brinkley, 82, of Iuka, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2025. Nancy was born on November 7, 1942, to Willard and William Herbert Robinson in Sheffield, Alabama. Nancy was a beacon of kindness, a friend to all, and a soul whose warmth and generosity touched every life she encountered. She retired after 28 years of service...
Milton Wayne Hudson
Mar 15, 2025
Milton Wayne Hudson, 81, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, March 15, 2025, at Fairfield Medical Center in Fairfield, Ohio. Wayne was a member of Campground Methodist Church in Iuka and a member of Winchester Lodge #158 F&AM in Winchester, TN. He worked most of his life as a lab technician and finished his career at Iuka Hospital. Wayne was the...
Johnny Ray Inlow
Mar 15, 2025
Johnny Ray Inlow, 75, of Glen, Mississippi, died on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at his residence. Johnny was a longtime member of Liberty Hill Baptist Church in Glen and was a forklift driver at INTEX Plastics for over 45 years. Throughout his life, Johnny had many hobbies. Hunting, fishing, gardening, and farming were big parts of his downtime, but he...
Lee Razutis
Mar 11, 2025
Lee Razutis, 59, passed away on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at his residence. He enjoyed fishing. Even after he became disabled, he still found a way to go fishing. Lee was known for his kind heart and his generousity. His joy came from photography and he would often take pictures for free, just so that the memory would be frozen...
Mary Evelyn Philbin Sockwell
Mar 11, 2025
Mary Evelyn Philbin Sockwell, 75, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Tuesday, March 11, 2025. Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka, MS, is entrusted with the arrangements. A celebration of life will be held from 12:00 noon until 2:00 p.m. on Friday, March 14, 2025, at Pride Baptist Church in Tuscumbia, AL. An online guestbook may be accessed at www.cutshallfuneralhome.com.
James "Peanut" Maze
Mar 8, 2025
James "Peanut" Maze, 63, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at his residence. Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka, MS, is entrusted with the arrangements. A celebration of life will be held from 12:00 noon until 2:00 p.m. on Friday, March 14, 2025, at Pride Baptist Church in Tuscumbia, AL. An online guestbook may be accessed at www.cutshallfuneralhome.com.
Marty Finch Stanford
Mar 7, 2025
Marty Finch Stanford, 68, of Iuka, MS, died Friday, March 7, 2025, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. He was born July 12, 1956, to Clarence and Fannie Stanford. Marty was a member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, as well as planting his fruit trees. Most of all, he loved spoiling his two...
Lois Jackson Bailey
Mar 7, 2025
Lois Jackson Bailey, a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2025, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home, leaving behind a legacy filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories. Born on April 25, 1941, in Blackland, Mississippi, Lois's life was a testament to the values of family, faith, and kindness.
Lois was a devoted member...
Jerry Don Pagitt
Mar 5, 2025
Jerry Don Pagitt, a revered resident of Iuka, passed away on March 5, 2025, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Born on May 28, 1961 in Texas, he journeyed through life known for his dedication, accomplishments, and profound sense of community.
Jerry enjoyed a successful career as a proud partner in several car dealerships before his well-deserved retirement. His...
John Ramer McComic
Mar 3, 2025
John Ramer McComic, 92, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Monday, March 3, 2025, at his residence. In his younger years, John served his country as a member of the Army and Air National Guard. He was an advanced HAM radio operator, operating under callsign “K4KAJ”. John is survived by his children, Katrina Rosa (Hermes) and Christopher McComic; his grandchildren, Katrina...
Nancy Aldridge Hughes
Mar 2, 2025
Nancy Aldridge Hughes, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully at her residence on March 2, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on April 14, 1947, in Mississippi, Nancy was a radiant soul whose warmth and kindness touched the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know her.
Nancy began her working career in 1966 at the telephone company,...
Jewel Franks Dean
Feb 23, 2025
Jewel Franks Dean, born on December 30, 1940, in Alabama, peacefully passed away at her residence on February 23, 2025, at the age of 84. She was a beloved member of her family and community, known for her warm heart and gentle spirit.
Jewel dedicated her life to her family, cherishing every moment spent with her daughter, Vickie Bunch (Thomas), and...
Ricky Dale "Big D" Dillard
Feb 18, 2025
Ricky Dale “Big D” Dillard, 69, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at Regional One Health Medical Center in Memphis, TN. Ricky attended Bethlehem Baptist Church and enjoyed going when he was able. He was an avid outdoorsman. Most of his free time was spent hunting, fishing, or cooking what caught. He was an amazing cook, and...
Jimmie Lee "Tex" McEwen
Feb 17, 2025
Jimmie Lee “Tex” McEwen, 81, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Monday, February 17, 2025, at his residence. Earlier in his life, Tex served his country in the U.S. Navy for two years, serving on the USS Moale during that time. His biggest passion in life was building, especially Volkswagens, which earned him many trophies throughout the years. From Volkswagen Beetles...
Lora Maye Nunley Floyd
Feb 16, 2025
Lora Maye Nunley Floyd, 97, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Sunday, February 16, 2025, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. Mrs. Maye was a devoted Christian and lived every day of her life for the Lord. She and her beloved husband, Lawrence, moved from Iuka to the Chicago area in 1950 and stayed until retiring back to Iuka in 1994. During...
Patty Ann Clayton
Feb 15, 2025
Patty Ann Clayton, 59, of Tishomingo, Mississippi, died on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at her residence. Patty is survived by her sister, Shirley Sagely; and her brothers, Robert Clayton and Troy Clayton, Jr. She was preceded in death by her parents, Georgina and Troy Clayton, Sr. Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka, MS, is entrusted with the arrangements. An online guestbook...
Karen Marie James
Feb 14, 2025
Karen Marie James, 73, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Friday, February 14, 2025, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Everyone that knew Karen loved her and affectionately called her Nana. In her free time, she enjoyed decorating and having people over for coffee or a delicious home-cooked meal, and she absolutely loved joking around and cutting up with people....
Coy Daily
Feb 12, 2025
Coy Daily, 89, of Iuka, Mississippi, passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at his residence. Coy dedicated over 30 years of his professional life as a pipe fitter for the Tennessee River Papermill. His strong work ethic and commitment to his profession were matched only by his love for his family and community, for which he proudly served four...
Lanny Cox
Feb 4, 2025
Lanny Cox, a radiant soul born on April 2, 1949, in the heart of Mississippi, left this earthly realm on February 4, 2025. He departed peacefully from his residence, surrounded by the echoes of laughter and love that had filled his life. His journey through the world was marked by an unwavering faith and an extraordinary passion for music, nature,...
James Keith Wright
Feb 4, 2025
James Keith Wright, 55, of Linden, Tennessee, died on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Keith was an incredibly kind, happy guy that always went out of his way for others. He was an extremely hard worker and was especially passionate about his work in HVAC. His free time was usually spent on the Tennessee River...
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