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.
Billy Ray West
October 28, 2020
Billy Ray West, 82, of Tishomingo, MS passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2020 at his residence. Billy enjoyed metal detecting and arrow head hunting. He was also a Civil War enthusiast. He is survived by his sisters, Mary Sue Wright (Robert Allen) and Martha Pardue; his nieces and nephews, Nelda Wilemon, Jena McNatt, Deborah Wright, Shanna Grisham, Steven...
Kathy Johnson
October 28, 2020
Katherine Robinson Johnson of Memphis, age 67, went to be with the Lord on October 28, 2020 after a long illness. Kathy was born August 29, 1953 in Corinth, Mississippi to the late Guy Elton Robinson and the late Nell Ogletree Robinson. She was raised in Memphis prior to moving with her family during middle school to Jackson, Mississippi....
Robbie R. Chambers
October 19, 2020
Robbie R. Chambers, 96, of Northport, AL passed away on Monday, October 19, 2020 at Heritage Health Care and Rehab in Northport, AL. She was an interior decorator and a member of One Hope Church formerly known as First Wesleyan Church. She is survived by her son, Mike Chambers; and her step daughters, Linda Chambers and Nancy Shew. She...
Stanley Dexter
October 18, 2020
William Stanley Dexter, 73, of Iuka, MS passed away on Sunday, October 18, 2020. Stanley was the son of the Late W.T. and Betty Dexter. Stan graduated from Smithville High School where he excelled in sports and was an all conference tailback his junior and senior years. He was a page for Senator John C. Stennis in Washington, D.C....
James "Junior" Calvin Barber, Jr.
October 17, 2020
James Calvin "Junior" Barber, Jr., 63, of Iuka, MS passed away on Saturday, October 17, 2020 at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, MS. He enjoyed being a cattle farmer with his son, cooking, and being Coach "Poppy" to his grandchildren's softball and baseball teams. He was a member of "The Bridge at Burnsville" and enjoyed being involved in...
Carroll Leedman Borden
October 16, 2020
Carroll Leedman Borden, 84, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, October 16, 2020, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Mr. Borden was a member of Snowdown United Methodist Church. He was retired from Reynolds Aluminum where he worked as a welder. He is survived by his wife, Joyce Borden; one son, Steven Borden (Karen); one daughter, Beth Riley...
Talmadge Webster Robertson
October 15, 2020
Talmadge Webster Robertson, 95, passed away at Tishomingo Community Living Center on Thursday, October 15, 2020. He served in the U.S. Marine Corp during World War II in the 6th division and was awarded two Purple Hearts for action in Guam and Okinawa. He was married to Dorothy Sanders Robertson, who preceded him in death on October 5, 2004....
Vance Porter Grisham
October 15, 2020
Vance Porter Grisham, 61, of Tishomingo, MS passed away on Thursday, October 15, 2020 at his residence. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He is survived by his daughters, Elizabeth Garrison, Melissa Bobo (Shon), and Jennifer Wilson (Scotty); his sisters, Barbara Grimes, Marie McLemore, and Mary Alice Grisham; his brother, Clarence Elmer Grisham,...
Jean Kimberly
October 14, 2020
Laura Eugenia Ellis "Jean" Kimberly, 100, passed away on Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at North Mississippi Medical Center following a sudden illness. She was born on April 5, 1920 to Attorney Walter Benjamin Ellis and his wife, Gertrude Alsobrook. She married Perry Jordan Kimberly in 1939 and spent the remainder of her life as a homemaker. As a lifelong...
Christine Ham
October 6, 2020
Christine Ham, 81, of Cherokee, AL passed away on Tuesday, October 6, 2020 at Tishomingo Community Living Center. Christine was a sweet soul who enjoyed helping others. Her passion in life was being a caretaker to everyone, especially her family and friends. She was a member of Cherokee Church of Christ. Christine also enjoyed cooking and spending time with...
Lori A. Weaver
October 6, 2020
Lori A. Weaver, 57, of Iuka, MS passed away on Tuesday, October 6, 2020 at her residence. She enjoyed putting together jigsaw puzzles, traveling to the mountains and to the beach and going to yard sales. She was a member of First Freewill Baptist Church and enjoyed reading her bible. She also enjoyed spending time with her cat, Jazzi,...
Carolyn Lynn Latch
October 5, 2020
Carolyn Lynn Latch, 63, of Iuka, MS passed away on Monday, October 5, 2020 at Tishomingo Community Living Center. She enjoyed watching cartoons, coloring, and playing with her dolls. She is survived by her sisters, Judy Brown (Bob) and Jane Russell (Ernie); her brothers, Tommy Latch (Denisa), Johnny Latch (Vicki), and Lamar Latch; and a host of nieces and...
Buster Watts
October 3, 2020
Elbert Whitman “Buster” Watts, Jr., 47, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, October 3, 2020, at his residence. Buster enjoyed fishing and dirt track racing. He also loved to spend time with his children and dogs. He is survived by his wife, Christy Watts; two daughters, Hannah Watts and Whitney Watts; one son, Riley Watts; three sisters, Patricia Hudson, Cathy...
Ava W. Wimbish
September 24, 2020
On September 24, 2020, Ava Maureen Wade Wiimbish passed from this world into the next. She loved her family, here and gone on before, with all her heart. Ava was the second child of Robert Sidney Wade and Ila Alberta Armstrong Wade, born June 29, 1932 and raised in Holcut, MS, surrounded by extended family. Her cousins were her...
Margaret Ann Cundiff
September 20, 2020
Margaret A. Cundiff, 74, of Marana, Arizona, formerly of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, September 20, 2020, at her residence. She was a member of Pleasant Grove Church of Christ. She is survived by four sons, Gene Hudson (Tracy), Jeff Hudson (Deborah), Chris Hudson (Miriam), and Kelly Hudson; one daughter, B. Michelle Shea (Allen); a step-daughter, Tina Collins; two sisters,...
Orville "O.J." Joel Bowling
September 16, 2020
Orville Joel “O J” Bowling was born in Iuka, MS on May 24, 1930, the youngest of 3 sons. He peacefully left this life on Wednesday, September 16, 2020 at The Tishomingo Manor in Iuka with his son by his side. O J was 90 years old and of the Baptist faith. Like so many of the young men...
Donald Waldrup Crane
September 13, 2020
Donald Waldrup Crane, 84, of Iuka, MS passed away on Sunday, September 13, 2020 at Sanctuary Hospice House in Tupelo, MS. Donald was born on November 12, 1935 and was reared in the Holcut Community. He served in the United States Air Force in Korea and Italy. A Trailways Bus operator for 25 years, he received safety awards for...
Minnie B. Mcanally
September 11, 2020
Minnie B. McAnally, 98, of Iuka, MS passed away on Friday, September 11, 2020 at Southern Magnolia Estates. She was a member of Iuka Baptist Church for over 30 years. Born and raised in Iuka, MS, Minnie spent her a good portion of her life living in Memphis, TN raising her family and attending Emanuel Baptist Church in Olive...
James Edward "J.E." Hudson
September 7, 2020
James Edward "J.E." Hudson, 101, of Iuka, MS passed away on Monday, September 7, 2020 at his residence. He was a member at Campground United Methodist Church where he was known for his song leading abilities. From early on J.E. homesteaded his land to the point he was almost self sufficient and could sustain himself through his ability to...
Terry Ray Booker
September 5, 2020
Terry Ray Booker, 66, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, September 5, 2020, at his residence. Terry was a member of Eastport Baptist Church where he served as a deacon. He was retired from Tishomingo County Electric Power Association and was a member of the Eastport Volunteer Fire Department. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and gardening, and loved taking care of...
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