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.
Avah Ruth Henson
February 27, 2022
Avah Ruth Henson, 89, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, February 27, 2022, at Tishomingo Community Living Center. Mrs. Henson was a devoted member of Mission Lighthouse Church and was a homemaker. She enjoyed working with flowers and visiting people in the nursing home. She is survived by two sisters, Jane Hendrix and Martha Marlar; and numerous nieces and nephews....
Donald Richard Davis
February 22, 2022
Donald Richard Davis, 82, passed away Tuesday, February 22, 2022, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Mr. Davis was employed at Rogers Propane Gas as a driver. He liked to spend his time fishing, boating, and enjoying a drink by the bonfire. Mr. Davis also loved to shop, but his favorite place to frequent was the grocery store. ...
Bobby Gene Laird
February 21, 2022
Bobby Gene Laird, 51, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, February 21, 2022, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Bobby was of the Baptist faith and formerly worked as a welder. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. He is survived by his mother, Patricia Laird; three sisters, Sheila Williams, Amy Lambert, and Jamie Kuligowski; four nieces and nephews, Kimberly...
Chris Holt
February 20, 2022
Chris Holt, 43, of Iuka, MS, passed away on Sunday, February 20, 2022, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. He enjoyed listening to music, playing video games, and cooking. He is survived by his daughter, Savanna Holt (Caleb Akers); his mother, Debbie Sprouse; his special aunt, Sherry Kugle (Gaylord); his brother, Neal Sanderson; and his special friends, Casey...
Kathy Marie Thomas
February 18, 2022
Kathy Marie Thomas, 71, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, February 18, 2022, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Kathy was a member of Unity Baptist Church. She was an animal lover and enjoyed walking and spending time outdoors. Kathy loved poetry and reading. She also enjoyed traveling and loved old homes and antiques. She is survived by her...
Liam Scott Frye
February 18, 2022
Liam Scott Frye gained his angel wings on Friday, February 18, 2022. Born on February 12, 2022, his short life touched many and his memory will live on in their hearts forever. Left to cherish his memory are his parents, Elijah and Cortnie Neal Frye; his grandparents, Prentiss and Lori Kyle and Jay Frye and Jennifer Julian; many uncles,...
Emma Lou Rast
February 17, 2022
Emma Lou Parsons Rast, 93, of Iuka, Mississippi, departed this life peacefully on Thursday, February 17, 2022, at Tishomingo Community Living Center. Mrs. Rast was born to parents James Thomas Parsons and Lona Mae Oliver Parsons Murray on March 23, 1928, at home in the Providence community in Tishomingo County, MS. She married her lifelong husband and partner, Clifford...
Mary Frances Cummings
February 16, 2022
Mary Frances Cummings, 83, of Iuka, MS passed away on Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. She was a member of Burnsville Church of Christ and retired from Genesco. She is survived by her sisters, Lucy Garrett and Betty Faye Naylor; her nephews, Ronnie Garrett and Adam Cummings; and several great nieces and nephews....
Jerry Lynn Mccoy
February 15, 2022
Jerry Lynn McCoy, 60, of Iuka, Mississippi, passed away February 15, 2022, at his residence.  Mr. McCoy was employed at APAC Mississippi, Inc. as a truck driver and equipment operator. He enjoyed spending time with his grandkids, friends, and family. Jerry loved to swing on his porch swing, watch sports, and go cruising and camping. He is survived by...
Rose Marion Cavness
February 10, 2022
Rose Marion Ogden Cavness, 87, of Tishomingo, Mississippi, died Thursday, February 10, 2022, at her residence. Mrs. Cavness was retired from Irwin B. Schwabe in Paden and was formerly employed at Iuka Shirt Factory. She enjoyed crafts, sewing, and gardening. She is survived by her husband of 71 years, U. L. Cavness; three sons, Phillip Cavness (Gina), Greg Cavness...
Donna L. Watson
February 10, 2022
Donna L. Watson, 67, of Iuka, MS passed away on Thursday, February 10, 2022, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. She enjoyed crocheting, painting, and spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her daughter, Natalie Hill (Michael); her son, Wesley Watson (Kayla); her sister, Terry Stanford (Marty); her brother, David Luttrell (Deborah); her grandchildren, William Lambert (Audrey South),...
Ed Wynn
February 8, 2022
James Edward "Ed" Wynn, 85, of Iuka, MS passed away on Tuesday, February 8, 2022, at his residence. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and was an avid gun collector. Ed was on the Board of Directors for Farm Bureau and was a member of New Prospect Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Thelma Wynn; his...
Jonnie Mae Stacy
February 8, 2022
Jonnie Mae Stacy, 80, of Iuka, MS passed away on Tuesday, February 8, 2022, at North Mississippi Medical Center of Iuka. Jonnie enjoyed going out on the town to eat and enjoy time with her family. She is survived by her daughter, Jeannie Huff; her son, Mike Stacy; her grandchildren, Josh Huff, Shane Stacy, and Brandy Dobbs; and several...
Johnny Russell Nunley
February 1, 2022
Johnny R. Nunley, 82, of Iuka, MS passed away on Tuesday, February 1, 2022, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, and watching old westerns. He was survived by his wife of 54 years, Yvonne Nunley; his sons, Merle Helton (Cathy Boothe Helton), Doug Helton (Kathy Carr Helton), and Stanley Helton; his brother, Joe Nunley (Debra);...
Johnnie Faye Lovelace
January 30, 2022
Johnnie "Faye" Lovelace, 76, of Tishomingo, MS passed away on Sunday, January 30, 2022, at her home. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She loved all of her family, gardening, and her flowers. Her grandchildren were her biggest joy. She is survived by her husband, Chester Lovelace; her sons, Keith Lovelace (Lisa) and...
John Mark Barnes
January 24, 2022
John Mark Barnes, 58, of Burnsville, MS passed away on Monday, January 24, 2022, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, MS. He enjoying riding motorcycles and horses. He is survived by his wife, Veronica Lee Barnes; his son, Bobby Wilson (Erin); his sisters, Kellie Crum and Angie Wallace; and his grandchildren, Tripp Wilson, Reese Wilson, and Josie Wilson....
Mary Frances Grimm
January 22, 2022
Mary Frances Grimm, 78, of Iuka, MS passed away on Saturday, January 22, 2022, at her residence. She enjoyed traveling, shopping, and in her younger years she enjoyed playing BUNKO. She is survived by her husband, James Grimm; her daughters, Kerry, Rebecca, and Heidi; her son, John; her grandchildren, Sean, James, Brianna, Lauren, Michelle, Lucas, Jenna, Bobby, Matthew, Ella,...
Martha Ann Segars
January 19, 2022
Tishomingo County lost one of its most treasured residents with the passing of Mrs. Martha Segars on January 19, 2022. Gracious in manner, charming in person, brilliant in mind, quick in wit, a wonderful personality was Martha Ann Thompson Segars. She was born in Red Bay, Alabama, on September 6, 1931, to Due and Ruby Nabers Thompson. Martha was...
Carolyn Grimes Wilemon
January 17, 2022
Carolyn Grimes Wilemon, 73, of Burnsville, MS passed away on Monday, January 17, 2022, at Baptist East - Memphis. She enjoyed shopping, watching westerns, scrap booking, and putting together photo albums. She was a substitute teacher and a bail bondsman. Carolyn was a member of Love Joy Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Jerry...
Lisa Renee Mcquitty
January 17, 2022
Lisa Renee McQuitty, 39, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, January 17, 2022, at her residence. Lisa received a bachelor’s degree from Mississippi University for Women and was formerly employed as a teacher in the West Point School District. She was also formerly employed at AT&T. She currently worked as a caregiver for Grace and Mercy Personal Care and Respite...
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