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.

Mark W. Sanders

Mark W. Sanders

Jan 12, 2011

Mark W. Sanders, 41, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Tuesday, January 12, 2011, at his residence following a recent illness.  The body will be cremated and no services are scheduled.  Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka, MS is entrusted with arrangements. He is survived by his mother, Janie Sanders of Iuka, MS; 2 brothers, Tim Sanders of Iuka, MS, and Mike...

Billy Osborn

Billy Osborn

Jan 9, 2011

Billy Osborn, 78, of Burnsville, MS, died Sunday, January 09, 2011, at the North Mississippi Medical Center - Tupelo. He was an U.S. Army veteran, and was a retired machinist for TVA. He enjoyed farming, and spending time with his family. Visitation is scheduled for 4 until 8 PM on Tuesday, January 11 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Glen....

Georgia Carnes

Georgia Carnes

Jan 6, 2011

Georgia Carnes, 50, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, January 6, 2011, at her residence. She enjoyed camping, fishing, and being outdoors. She loved spending time with her family and friends. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Wednesday, January 12 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 3 PM on Thursday, January 13,...

Brenda Lambert

Brenda Lambert

Dec 30, 2010

Brenda Lambert, 61, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Thursday, December 30, 2010, at her residence. She was a member of Antioch Freewill Baptist Church, and was retired from Kimberly Clark of Corinth. She enjoyed working in her yard, and loved spending time with the pride and joy of her life, her granddaughter, Avery. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9...

George Harrison

George Harrison

Dec 30, 2010

George Gary Harrison, 68, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, December 30, 2010, at the Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, MS. He attended Poplar Springs Free Will Baptist Church, and was retired from the construction industry. He was the Fire Chief of the North Crossroads Volunteer Fire Department, and was very dedicated to his fire department service. Visitation is...

Mary Boothe

Mary Boothe

Dec 28, 2010

Mary W. Boothe, 92, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Tuesday, December 28, 2010, at the Tishomingo Community Living Center following an extended illness. She was born Mary Josephine Wallace on September 18, 1918, in Margerum, Alabama, to Robert Houston and Lady Pearl Walker Wallace. She graduated as Valedictorian from Burnsville High School in 1937. She worked for 16 years for...

Ernestine Bullard

Ernestine Bullard

Dec 27, 2010

Ernestine “Teen” Bullard, 91, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, December 27, 2010, at the Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. She was an active member of Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church, and was a former school teacher in the Tishomingo County schools and at the Iuka Headstart. She later retired from the Tishomingo County Health Dept. She enjoyed spending time with...

Bill Mathis

Bill Mathis

Dec 27, 2010

William “Bill” Mathis, 83, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, December 27, 2010, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. He was a member and deacon of Fifth Street Baptist Church, where he also served as Sunday School Superintendant. He was an U.S. Navy veteran of WWII, and was a printer for over 60 years. He enjoyed traveling. Visitation is...

Betty Linton

Betty Linton

Dec 24, 2010

Betty Linton, 53, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Friday, December 24, 2010, at North Mississippi Medical Center - Iuka. She enjoyed spending time with her family, and offering help and comfort to anyone who needed it. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Sunday, December 26 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Glen. Funeral services are scheduled for 1...

Charles Dwayne Evans

Charles Dwayne Evans

Dec 20, 2010

Charles Dwayne Evans, 69, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, December 20, 2010, at the Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, MS. Mr. Evans graduated from Smithville High School in 1958. He then earned his B. S., M.Ed., and Educational Specialist degrees from Mississippi State University. Charles was an educator and began his teaching career in Shannon. He also taught...

Margie Smith

Margie Smith

Dec 19, 2010

Margie Smith, 85, of Hickory Valley, TN (formerly of Memphis, TN and Iuka, MS), died Sunday, December 19, 2010, at Pine Meadows in Bolivar, TN. She enjoyed her flowers and gardening, and also enjoyed sewing, painting, and cooking. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 8 PM on Monday, December 20 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are...

G.D. Jones

G.D. Jones

Dec 18, 2010

Bro. G.D. Jones, 85, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, December 18, 2010, at his residence. He was a member of Iuka Baptist Church, and an U.S. Army veteran of WWII. He was a recently retired senior's pastor. He served the Lord by ministering and visiting people. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, and feeding his birds. Visitation is scheduled for 4...

Russel D. Wright

Russel D. Wright

Dec 16, 2010

Russel D. Wright, 72, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, December 16, 2010, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. He enjoyed riding his Harley motorcycle, fishing, and gardening. He was a member of Mt. Moriah Baptist Church and retired from the dairy business. A devoted husband and wonderful father, he greatly enjoyed spending time with his family. Visitation...

Iner Shields

Iner Shields

Dec 16, 2010

Iner (Bunt) Shields, 80, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, December 16, 2010, at the Tishomingo Community Living Center in Iuka. Visitation is scheduled for 6:00 until 9:00 p.m., Friday, December 17, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 3:00 p.m., Saturday, December 18, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka, officiated by Bro. Roger Pounders...

Milton Weaver

Milton Weaver

Dec 15, 2010

Milton (Buddy) Weaver, 76, of Memphis, TN (formerly of Cherokee, AL) died Wednesday, December 15, 2010, at Methodist North Hospital in Memphis. After graduation from Cherokee High School and the University of North Alabama, he moved to Memphis and worked as an accountant until retirement. He enjoyed his family, his pets, and Alabama football. Visitation is scheduled for 4:00...

James C. Ledgewood

James C. Ledgewood

Dec 13, 2010

James C. Ledgewood, 81, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, December 13, 2010, at Southern Magnolia Estates in Iuka. He was retired from the U.S. Army and had also served in the Air Force during World War II. While in the Army, SFC Ledgewood fought in the Korean War and was honored with outstanding service medals and awards, including the...

Ara Pearl Amerson

Ara Pearl Amerson

Dec 8, 2010

Ara Pearl Amerson Ara Pearl Amerson, 86, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Wednesday, December 8, 2010, at her residence. She was a lover of Christ, and was a member of the Church of Christ since 1951. She was a lifelong homemaker and loving mother. Visitation is scheduled for 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Friday, December 10, at Berea Church of Christ....

Pearl Tuders

Pearl Tuders

Dec 6, 2010

Pearl Tuders, 85, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, December 06, 2010, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Tuesday, December 7 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 11 AM on Wednesday, December 8, 2010, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka, officiated by Rev. Aubrey Boren. Interment...

Wilmer A. Hudson

Wilmer A. Hudson

Dec 6, 2010

Wilmer A. (Bill) Hudson, 98, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, December 06, 2010, at his residence. He was a member of Snowdown United Methodist Church. He hauled logs, loved farming, and later worked as a mechanic for his brother. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Tuesday, December 7 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services...

Tomie H. Lambert

Tomie H. Lambert

Dec 5, 2010

Tomie H. Lambert, 96, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, December 4, 2010, at the Tishomingo Community Living Center. He was a member of Harmony Hill Baptist Church, and formerly worked in the timber industry. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and gardening. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Monday, December 6, at Cutshall Funeral Home in...

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