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.
Rebecca "Becky" Smith
July 10, 2022
Rebecca "Becky" Smith, 78, of Pickwick, TN, died on Sunday, July 10, 2022, at Parkrest Nursing Home in Savannah, TN. She enjoyed sitting at her kitchen table reading cookbooks, cooking, and visiting with friends and family. She was a member of Pickwick Church of Christ. She is survived by her sons, Joe Carmack (Krystal) of Counce, TN, Tim Carmack...
Jerry Edward Wadkins, Sr.
July 8, 2022
Jerry Edward Wadkins, Sr., 74, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, July 8, 2022, at his residence. Mr. Wadkins was a retired owner/operator in the trucking industry. He was a Christian of the Baptist faith and enjoyed fishing and working on automobiles. He loved his family and his dog, Bella. He is survived by his wife, Sherry Wadkins; three sons,...
Deborah Jean Ragan
July 6, 2022
Deborah “Debbie” Jean Ragan, 65, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died on Wednesday, July 6, 2022, in her home. For years, she worked at Hoover Stone and loved her job. If she wasn’t working, she was at home relaxing or hanging out with family. Mrs. Ragan is survived by her daughter, Misty Ragan; and her grandson, Josh Ragan. She was preceded...
Ruby Edna Kennedy
July 4, 2022
Ruby Edna Kennedy, 78, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Monday, July 4, 2022, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. She was born on November 9, 1943 to Willie Bill and Mattie Marlar Gray. She worked at Genesco for many years. Mrs. Kennedy is survived by her daughter, Donna Whalen, of Hilton Head Island, SC. She was preceded in death by...
Belinda Sue Brown
July 3, 2022
Belinda Sue Brown, 55, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Sunday, July 3, 2022, in her home. She leaves behind her sister, Jennifer Williams of Sandoval, IL. She was preceded in death by her parents, Floyd Hudson Brown and Audrey Lucille Hester Brown. Cutshall Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements. Visitation is scheduled from 12:00 p.m. until 1:00 p.m....
Mary Alice Highland
July 3, 2022
Mary Alice Highland, 93, of Iuka, Mississippi, died surrounded her by her family on Sunday, July 3, 2022. She loved to garden, and she spent her life taking care of her home and household. Mrs. Highland is survived by her daughter June Kay (Gary); her four grandchildren, Michael Pittman (Deanna), Jimmy Pittman (Britny), Danielle Smith (Edward), and Chase Kay...
Jackie Ray Rogers
June 30, 2022
Jackie Ray Rogers, 74, of Iuka, Mississippi, died in his home on Thursday, June 30, 2022. He served in the United States Army in Vietnam and was a very patriotic man. He loved spending time with his family, especially his great-niece, great-nephews, his grandchildren, and his great-grandchildren. Mr. Rogers was a member of New Prospect Baptist Church and loved...
Dwight Cummings Fields
June 28, 2022
Dwight Cummings Fields (O’Neill), 71, of Bronson, FL, formerly of Iuka, Mississippi, passed away peacefully Tuesday, June 28, 2022, at UF Health Shands Hospital in Gainesville, FL, surrounded by his family.
A celebration of life will be held at the Fraternal Order of Eagles, 7118 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32607, on Thursday, June 30, 2022, at...
Edith M Crane
June 27, 2022
Edith M. Crane, 83, of Iuka, Mississippi, died in her home on Monday, June 27, 2022. Mrs. Crane was known for her dedication to God. She was an ordained Pentecostal preacher, and for a long time, she preached on the WBTG radio station every Sunday morning. She worked at the shirt factory in Iuka, MS, for many years. She...
Larry Gene Hammock
June 26, 2022
Larry Gene Hammock, 81, of Golden, MS, died on Sunday, June 26, 2022, at his residence. He was employed at Laroche Industries in Cherokee, AL for 44 years. He was also a member of Community Center Baptist Church in Red Bay, AL. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Hammock of Golden, MS; his sons, Todd Hammock (Delaina) of...
Hunter Hobbs
June 25, 2022
Thomas Hunter Hobbs, 27, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, June 25, 2022. Hunter was a gifted guitarist and harmonica player and was a welder by trade. He loved turkey and deer hunting, as well as fishing, with his Papaw, little brother, and Dad. He also loved his dog, Sassy, and the family cat, Littlefoot. Hunter took care of and...
Mark Lacoste
June 21, 2022
Nelson Mark LaCoste, 59, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Tuesday, June 21, 2022, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Mark attended Mt. Evergreen Church and was retired from Smith Marine Towing where he worked as a tugboat captain. He loved spending time outdoors and building things, and even built his own house. He also enjoyed spending his retirement...
Anita Glidewell Wamsley
June 18, 2022
Anita Glidewell Wamsley, 87, formerly of Burnsville, Mississippi, died on Saturday, June 18, 2022, at Piedmont Newnan Hospital in Newnan, GA. She moved to Georgia in 2014 to be near family and was a member of Providence Baptist Church. Before moving, she was a longtime member of Iuka Baptist Church where she sang in the choir, organized the choir...
Frances R. Mcnatt
June 17, 2022
Frances Ruth Hodgin McNatt, age 89, of Dennis, Mississippi, passed away on June 17, 2022, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. She was born December 26, 1932, in Tishomingo, MS, to the late Cleborn and Bernice Hodgin. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 67 years, Bill...
Diane Dingler Cole
June 17, 2022
Diane Dingler Cole, 77, of Tishomingo, MS, died on Friday, June 17, 2022, at her residence. Diane enjoyed singing and was a member of Way of Life Worship Center. Her greatest blessings in life were her family, especially her children and grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, Robert Cole; her daughters, Debbie Rickman (Gary) and Darlene Walls (Gary);...
Annie Mae Marlar
June 16, 2022
Annie Mae Braddock Marlar, 80, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died on Thursday, June 16, 2022, at Tishomingo Manor in Iuka. Annie Mae was born on February 4, 1942, to Thurman and Jewel Hall Braddock. She was a very loving and giving woman. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Annie Mae was a member of...
Marie C Wright
June 15, 2022
Marie C. Wright, 95, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died on Wednesday, June 15, 2022, at North Mississippi Medical Center – Iuka. She loved flowers, and gardening was one of her favorite things to do. Mrs. Marie also loved the Lord. She was a woman of faith and attended Jackson Camp Baptist Church. Mrs. Marie leaves behind her son, Jerry Wright;...
Mack Loyd Wadkins
June 14, 2022
Mack Loyd Wadkins, 84, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Tuesday, June 14, 2022, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Mack Loyd was born in the Iuka community and was a member of the Iuka High School Class of 1957. In his early years, he was a registered sanitarian for Tishomingo and Alcorn County Health Departments. He served in...
Cherilyn "Sherry" Kugle
June 11, 2022
Cherilyn "Sherry" Kugle, 71, died on June 11, 2022, at North Mississippi Medical Medical Center in Tupelo, surrounded by her family. She was born May 1, 1951. She was a wife of 53 years and a mother. She was a member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church. Sherry loved spending time with her family and friends, but most of all,...
Edward H Davis
June 8, 2022
Edward Harvey Davis, Jr., 94, passed away June 8, 2022, at North Mississippi Medical Center – Tupelo. He was born September 8, 1927, to Harvey and Lilla Adams Davis here in Iuka, Mississippi. At age 18, he joined the U.S. Army and served in Manila, Philippines during World War II. He returned home to marry Virginia Hale, and together...
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