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.

Ronald Johnson

Ronald Johnson

Ronald Johnson, 41, of Memphis, Tennessee, died Tuesday, November 9, 2004, at his residence. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Counce, TN, and regularly attended Balmoral Baptist Church in Memphis, TN. He enjoyed working with computers and camping at J. P. Coleman State Park. Visitation is scheduled for 4:00 until 9:00 p.m., Thursday, November 11, at...

Michael Joe Pruitt

Michael Joe Pruitt

Michael Joe Pruitt, 68, of Corinth, MS, formerly of Iuka, MS, died Saturday, December 29, 2007, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. He was an avid Elvis fan and enjoyed music. He was a member of the Iuka Baptist Church, and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Visitation is scheduled for 10 AM until service time...

Rickey Dale Summey

Rickey Dale Summey

Rickey Dale Summey, 44, of Iuka, MS, formerly of Waynesville, NC, died August 30, 2003, at his residence. He was an Army veteran and was a welder and former truck driver. Following cremation, arrangements for a memorial service will be announced by Garrets Funeral Home in Waynesville, NC. Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka, MS is entrusted with local arrangements....

Edgar Earl Wadkins

Edgar Earl Wadkins

Edgar Earl Wadkins, 55, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, October 25, 2004, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, MS. He was the former of owner of Sunflower Grocery in Iuka for 20 years, and later was employed as a Liberty National Life Insurance agent. He loved flower gardening and also enjoyed woodworking and cooking. Visitation is scheduled...

Glenn Boyd Williams

Glenn Boyd Williams

Glenn Boyd Williams, 94, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Thursday, May 10, 2007, at the Carrington House in Iuka, Mississippi. Born May 27, 1912, in Marietta, MS, he was the son of Oscar Hiram and Lora Dell Alexander Williams and the great-grandson of Marietta?s first settlers who arrived from Habersham County, GA, in 1842. A longtime Church of Christ member,...

Dennis Shadburn

Dennis Shadburn

Dennis (D. J.) Shadburn, 6, died Thursday, July 24, 2003, due to an accident. He was a member of the Youth Group and the Youth Choir of Bethel Baptist Church, and had just completed kindergarten at Iuka Elementary School. He loved to hunt, fish, and play ball. Funeral services are scheduled for 3:00 pm, Saturday, July 26, 2003, at...

William L. Segner

William L. Segner

William L. (Bill) Segner, 57, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, February 22, 2003 at his residence. He was a graduate of Anderson High School, Anderson, Indiana; and was employed by Southland Industries at The Pentagon in Washington, D.C. A member of the First Freewill Baptist Church in Iuka, he was also a member of the Boeing Bass Club, and...

G. Harold Scruggs

G. Harold Scruggs

G. Harold Scruggs, 71, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, October 20, 2008, at his residence. He was born December 24, 1936, in Iuka to G. C. and Minnie Gilchrist Scruggs. He retired from Genesco Shoe Company, as well as teaching piano for over 35 years. Many churches in Tishomingo County have his students as their pianists. He was a...

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