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.
Barbara Whitlock Hathcock
September 16, 2023
Barbara Whitlock Hathcock, 81, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Saturday, September 16, 2023, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home in Iuka. In her free time, Mrs. Barbara enjoyed gardening and absolutely loved flowers. She was an amazing cook and cherished being able to provide food for her family. She loved her family more than anything and valued every moment she...
Machelle Garrett Booker
September 13, 2023
Machelle Garrett Booker, 53, of Iuka, MS passed away on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at her residence. Machelle enjoyed being a homemaker and a caretaker, spending time with her children and grandchildren, and volunteering at the Food Depot. She also enjoyed cooking, finding new receipes, being outdoors, camping, fishing, and drag racing. Machelle was a member of North Crossroads...
Nolaeve Barnes
September 12, 2023
Ms. Nolaeve Barnes or lovingly known to many as "Barnes" passed from this life on September 12, 2023 with her family by her side. She was born in Iuka, MS on December 25, 1932 to Owen and Inez Bugg. She grew up being an avid sports fan that led her to play basketball for Iuka High School. She then...
Betty Clark
August 31, 2023
Clara Elizabeth “Betty” Clark, 90, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, August 31, 2023, at the Tishomingo Community Living Center. Mrs. Clark was of the Episcopal faith. She was a U. S. Army veteran and served in Okinawa. She retired from Ripley Screen in Iuka and enjoyed traveling and reading. She also loved helping others and spending time with her...
Walter James Williams, Jr.
August 31, 2023
Walter James Williams, Jr. was born in Mount Holly, New Jersey on July 4, 1981, to Walter WIlliams, Sr. and the late Shyaron Duckett Williams. He entered eteral rest at North Mississipp Mecical Center - Iuka on August 31, 2023. Walter "Junior" "Mop" was preceded in death by his mother; grandfather, Albert H. Duckett; and grandmothers, Cigger Lee Duckett...
Micah Brandon Bivins
August 29, 2023
Micah Bivins, 38, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Tuesday, August 29, 2023, in his home. He graduated from Tishomingo County High School in 2003 and then made the decision to join the military. Micah was a disabled veteran of the United States Army, and while enlisted, he was 101st Air Borne and served in Baghdad, Iraq. In his free time,...
Betty Jo Mcmasters
August 28, 2023
Betty Jo McMasters of Corinth, MS passed away on Monday, August 28, 2023, at her home. Born in Muhlenburg County on July 29, 1939 to the late Roy Lee Moore and Kattie Bell Moore. Betty worked at Champion Parts Rebuilders as a carb tester in Chicago, IL. She is preceded in death by her husband, Clifford McMasters; her parents,...
Billy Long
August 26, 2023
Billy Long, 62, of Tishomingo, MS, died on Saturday, August 26, 2023, at his residence. Billy enjoyed farming, his cattle, and spending time with his family. He is surived by his wife, Julia Long; his children, James Long (Chantel), Zach Long (Brandi), Daniel Akers (SanTanna), Mac Long (Tara), Tyler Long (Ashleigh), Erika Long, and Lorenzo Braxton; his grandchildren, Caleb...
Glenda Bailey Hendrix
August 24, 2023
Glenda Bailey Hendrix, 88, of Tishomingo, Mississippi, died on Thursday, August 24, 2023, in her home. Glenda was of the Baptist faith, read her Bible religiously, and loved attending services at South Crossroads Baptist Church and Jackson Camp Baptist Church. In her free time, she enjoyed reading, studying her genealogy, and creating artwork. Her favorite books were cookbooks, and...
Gloria Roberts "Gogo" Mcdonald
August 22, 2023
Gloria Roberts “GoGo” McDonald, 92, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on August 22, 2023, at her residence. GoGo was retired from International Harvester, Memphis Works and was a member of Patrick Methodist Church. In her free time, she enjoyed swimming, water skiing, traveling, and spending her winters in Florida. GoGo is survived by her sons, Gary McDonald (Kathy) and Robert...
Linda June Whitehurst Moore
August 16, 2023
Linda June Whitehurst Moore, 83, passed away on August 16, 2023, at Methodist-Lebonheur Germantown Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee, following a brief illness. Linda was married for nearly 60 years to H.L . “Popcorn” Moore, gamely tolerating (for the most part) his practical jokes, general nonsense and endless shenanigans over those many years. Linda enjoyed flowers, watching and caring for...
Lonnie Carroll Davis
August 15, 2023
Lonnie Carroll Davis, Sr., 80, of Iuka, Mississippi, departed this life on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, at his residence. Over the years, Lonnie worked as a truck driver, heavy equipment operator, and heavy equipment mechanic. He enjoyed traveling, fishing, and working on anything with a motor. Lonnie is survived by his wife of 25 years, Brenda Davis; his two...
Earlene Browning
August 8, 2023
Earlene Browning, 93, of Tishomingo, MS, passed away Tuesday, August 8, 2023. She was born October 26, 1929, to Herbert and Odie Southward. She graduated from Tishomingo High School. Earlene worked as a seamstress at Blue Bell Garment Factory until she became a full-time homemaker to raise her daughter and support her husband on their farm. She was blessed...
Dannie Lee Davis
August 7, 2023
Dannie Lee Davis, 98, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died on Monday, August 7, 2023, at her grand-daughter’s house. For over 20 years, Mrs. Dannie was a member of Berea Church of Christ and was very active. She jumped at the chance to help out anytime she was able, whether it was getting the Lord’s Supper ready, cooking for different events,...
Rita Ables Johnson Nixon
August 6, 2023
Rita Ables Johnson Nixon, 83, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Sunday, August 6, 2023, at her residence. Rita was born on August 26, 1939, to Alphus V. and Lera M. Ables in Tishomingo County, MS. She graduated from high school in 1958 with honors and was a member of the band and the basketball team. Then, she went on...
Ronnie Scott
August 5, 2023
James Ronald “Ronnie” Scott, 75, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, August 5, 2023, at his residence. Ronnie was a U. S. Army veteran and served in Vietnam from 1967 through 1969. He retired from Southern Railroad and enjoyed fishing and scuba diving. He also enjoyed metal detecting and spending time with his grandsons. He is survived by a daughter, Amy...
James Frank Hollingsworth
August 3, 2023
James Frank Hollingsworth, III, 63, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, August 3, 2023, at his residence. Mr. Hollingsworth was of the Baptist faith. He loved fishing and spending time outdoors. He is survived by two sisters, Tamara Pagitt and Christine Marshall; and one brother, Gene Sams. He was preceded in death by his parents, James, Jr. and Joan Leffler...
Patricia Ford
August 3, 2023
Patricia Jean Ford, 64, of Booneville, Mississippi, peacefully died on Thursday, August 3, 2023, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, surrounded by loved ones. Patricia was a loving, hardworking mother who enjoyed crossword puzzles and watching Westerns on TV. She is survived by a son, Cameron Ford. She was preceded in death by her son, Jasson Ford; her...
Billy Eugene Ginn
July 30, 2023
Billy Eugene Ginn, 92, of Cherokee, Alabama, died on Sunday, July 30, 2023, in his home. Mr. Billy was a member of Asphalt Rock Baptist Church and an ordained deacon since 1951, and he assisted numerous churches as a deacon throughout the years. He served several years in the United States Army in the 8th Army, 10th Corps, and 196th...
Annette Weaver
July 30, 2023
Annette Weaver, 66, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Sunday, July 30, 2023, in her home. Annette was a member of Unity Baptist Church for several years and loved attending when she was able. For most of her life, Annette was a caregiver, either as a nurse’s aide or a home health aide. She loved flowers and anything to do...
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