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.
Basil W. Smith, Jr.
Sep 25, 2021
Basil W. Smith, Jr., of Corinth, Mississippi, died Saturday, September 25, 2021, at his residence. Basil retired from Aqua Yacht Harbor in Iuka following 30 years of employment. He was a locksmith, a knife maker, poet, and artist. He also served in the U. S. Navy Reserve. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Ava Loyce Smith...
Jackie Lloyd Bryant
Sep 22, 2021
Jackie Lloyd Bryant, 85, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Wednesday, September 22, 2021, at Southern Magnolia Estates in Iuka. Jackie was a member of Iuka United Methodist Church and was a supporter of the Gideons. He was the former mayor of the City of Iuka and was also a former City of Iuka alderman. He was a member of the...
Billy Ray Rutledge
Sep 20, 2021
Billy Ray Rutledge, 78, of Iuka, MS passed away on Monday, September 20, 2021 at The Hospitality House in Iuka. He was an car enthusiast and enjoyed going to the car club and car shows. He is survived by his wife, Minnie Rutledge; his sons, Brett Rutledge, Walter Rutledge, and Jonathan Rutledge (Tiffany); his sisters, Diane Oliver (Darryl) and...
Bobby Gene Jones
Sep 20, 2021
Bobby Gene “Bucky” Jones, 79, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, September 20, 2021, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. Mr. Jones was a U. S. Air Force veteran with an MOS of Firefighter. He spent four years active duty military and two years inactive. He was stationed for three years at the Panama Canal. After leaving the Air Force, Bucky...
Erma Lynn Hollingsworth
Sep 20, 2021
Erma Lynn Hollingsworth, 79, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, September 20, 2021, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Mrs. Hollingsworth was a member of Iuka First United Pentecostal Church. She enjoyed gospel music and visiting Lookout Mountain She is survived by one step-son, Ronald L. Hollingsworth (Tina) of Villa Ridge, IL; one step-daughter, Deborah Luttrell (David) of Iuka;...
Lorene Rhodes
Sep 20, 2021
Lorene Rhodes, 89, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, September 20, 2021, at Regional One Health Medical Center in Memphis, TN. Lorene was a factory worker for many years and loved to help people. She is survived by three sisters, Ruby Brown, Betty Quillen, and Ann Wiley; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband,...
Michael Scott Walker
Sep 20, 2021
Michael Scott Walker, born on July 14, 2008, age 13, was killed in a tragic auto accident by a driver under the influence of drugs. He was a bright light in this world taken too soon. He was so full of life and loved playing basketball, hunting, and fishing with his dad. He loved going to Awana's and Vacation...
Bobby Leroy Skinner
Sep 20, 2021
Bobby Leroy Skinner, 81, died on Monday, September 20, 2021 at Oxford Medical Center. He was a resident at Tishomingo Community Living Center for a short time. He enjoyed playing his guitar and singing Hank Williams songs. He also loved horses and cowboy hats. He never met a horse he couldn't ride. Bobby was much loved by his family...
Opal Irene Crabb
Sep 18, 2021
Opal Irene Nunley Crabb, 92, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, September 18, 2021, at The Hospitality House in Iuka. Mrs. Crabb was a member of Providence Baptist Church. She was a retired seamstress and worked at several local factories. Known as “The Yo-Yo Lady” in quilting circles, her passion was making handmade quilts. She also loved caring for her...
Sue Hubbard
Sep 17, 2021
Eddie Sue Hubbard, 79, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, September 17, 2021, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. She is survived by two sisters, Peggy Booker (Herbert) of Iuka, and Judy Mooney (Mike) of Brandon; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward L. and Alma Odom Hubbard; and an infant brother, James Harold...
Larry Russell Wadkins
Sep 15, 2021
Larry Russell Wadkins, 80, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Wednesday, September 15, 2021, at his residence. Mr. Wadkins was a member of Airport Mission Baptist Church. He was formerly employed in road construction and later at the Iuka Hospital. He was a National Guard veteran and enjoyed hunting and fishing. He also loved spending time with his family. He is...
Elizabeth Morris Jones
Sep 14, 2021
Elizabeth Morris Jones, 77, of Iuka, MS passed away on Tuesday, September 14, 2021 at her residence. She was a member of Iuka Baptist Church. Elizabeth enjoyed working in her flower gardens, bird watching, and sewing. When able she could always be found attending her grandchildren's ballgames and spending as much time as she could with them. She is...
Lois L. Bolton
Sep 8, 2021
Lois L. Bolton, 100, of Iuka, MS passed away on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. She was a member of Paradise Methodist Church and enjoyed working in her yard, especially her flower beds. She is survived by her sons, Lavone Bolton and Lamar "Fuzz" Bolton (JoAnne); her granddaughter, Kim Carpenter; her great grandson, Guy Carpenter;...
Linda Jane Mcgee
Sep 3, 2021
Linda Jane McGee, 75, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, September 3, 2021, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. Linda was born to Herman and Ceretha Stricklen England on December 12, 1945. A loving sister and mother, she was fiercely independent. She raised two children in a single-parent household while working hard to provide them a warm and caring home. Linda...
Joyce Marie Youngblood
Aug 27, 2021
Joyce Marie Youngblood, 72, of Iuka, MS passed away on Friday, August 27, 2021 at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. She enjoyed doing anything outdoors, including camping and hiking. Joyce also loved tigers. She lived and loved life to the fullest. She is survived by her sons, Stephen Youngblood (Aimee) and David Youngblood; her brother, Mike Medley (Karen);...
Berniece Jewel Skinner
Aug 26, 2021
Berniece Jewel “B. J.” Harville Skinner, 84, of Glen, Mississippi, died Thursday, August 26, 2021, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. Mrs. Skinner was a member of New Hope Church of Christ. She was retired from the USDA where she worked in cotton classing. She loved bluegrass and country music, and played the guitar, dulcimer, and harpsichord. She played music...
Eunice Page Quinn
Aug 26, 2021
Eunice Page Quinn died peacefully in her sleep at her "home" in Charleston Place Assisted Living (Fulton) on August 26, 2021, while surrounded by family and loved ones. Born in the "original" roaring 20's, Eunice Page was delivered at home on February 4, 1920 to William H. Page and Dotha May Rast Page. She married her husband, John Edward...
Sfc Jason Belue
Aug 26, 2021
Sergeant First Class Robert Jason Belue, 44, of Iuka, MS, passed away on Thursday, August 26, 2021, at the 154th Regiment, Regional Training Institute, Camp Shelby Joint Forces Training Center in Hattiesburg, MS. Jason was a 24-year military veteran and a member of the 1st Squadron 98th Cavalry Regiment. He enjoyed racing and spending time working on his Mustang...
Memphis Cummings
Aug 25, 2021
Memphis Cummings, 98, of Burnsville, MS passed away on Wednesday, August 25, 2021, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. She enjoyed baking biscuits, collecting porcelain dolls, and spending time with her family. She is survived by her step children, Shannon Terry, Debbie Hudson (Steve), Marlene Bonds, Ricky Cummings (Wanda), and James Ray Cummings; her son in law, Wayne Ward; her...
Laura Renee Hendrix
Aug 25, 2021
Laura Renee Hendrix, 41, of Olive Branch, MS passed away on Wednesday, August 25, 2021 at Baptist Memorial Hospital - DeSoto. She was an animal lover and enjoyed crafting. She was a member of New Prospect Baptist Church in Olive Branch and she enjoyed spending time with her daughters. She is survived by her parents, Phyllis Buchanan (Milford) and...
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