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.
George David Cohoon
Sep 25, 2019
George David Cohoon, 56, passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2019 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Booneville, MS. He enjoyed traveling and being a free spirit. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 28, at Cowboy Church of Colbert County from 11am until 1pm. He is survived by his mother, Virginia Cohoon; his sisters, Rhonda Reaves (Gene),...
Mary Dean Hall
Sep 21, 2019
Mary Dean Hall, 85, of Iuka, Mississippi, passed from this life on Saturday, September 21, 2019, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home in Iuka. She was the oldest member of Rocky Springs United Methodist Church She was a diehard Mississippi State Bulldogs and St. Louis Cardinals fan. She was also a great cook and loved to travel. She is survived...
Quay Hall
Sep 20, 2019
Quay Hall, 93, of Iuka, Mississippi, passed away on Friday, September 20, 2019, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home in Iuka. She enjoyed cooking, sewing, and being with her family. She is survived by her daughter, Pam Smith (Charles); her son, Tom Hall (Annette); her brother, Gene Amerson (Judy); her sisters in law, Glenda Weeks, Averine Hall, and Nadine Hall;...
Pete Johnson
Sep 16, 2019
Pete Johnson, 58, of Iuka, MS, passed away on Monday, September 16, 2019, at his residence in Iuka, Mississippi. He enjoyed trading horses and spending time with his family. He truly enjoyed life. He is survived by his daughters, Jana Ross (Greg), Jacy Mitchell, and Jessica Oathout; his son, Jeremy Mitchell; his brother, Johnny Johnson (Becky); his aunts, Elsie...
Ellis Leon Snow
Sep 14, 2019
Ellis Leon Snow, 79, passed away on Saturday, September 14, 2019 at his residence. He was of the Baptist faith, enjoyed being a member of various car clubs, and going to the mountains. He is survived by his children, Pam Cox, Regina Perata Diaz, and Luke Snow; 4 grandchildren; his sister, Margaret Gahagan; and special friends, Melvin and Sharon...
Billie I. Watson
Sep 5, 2019
Billie I. Watson, 90, of Iuka, Mississippi, passed away on Thursday, September 5, 2019, at Tishomingo Community Living Center in Iuka. She enjoyed quilting and spending time with her family. She was a member at Snowdown United Methodist Church. She is survived by her niece, Wanda Sanderson (Larry); her nephew, Jimmy McVay (Charlotte); her grand nieces, Lauren Davis (John),...
Steve Shelton
Sep 3, 2019
Steve Shelton, 62, of Corinth, MS, passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2019, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. Steve was an avid baseball fan, enjoying watching the Atlanta Braves, St. Louis Cardinals, and the Missouri Tigers, but his favorite team to watch was the one his grandson was playing on. He was a faithful member of The...
Bertha Jean Johnson Lewis
Sep 1, 2019
Bertha Jean Johnson Lewis passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 31, 2019 in her adopted hometown of Covington, LA. She is preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, L. R. Lewis Jr. Her parents Elmo Johnson & Ruth Walker Johnson and brothers Bill Johnson & Leon Johnson. She is survived by daughters Debra Jean Lewis & Mary...
Billy King Carter
Aug 30, 2019
Billy King Carter, of Iuka, died peacefully in his home on Friday, August 30, 2019. Billy was a beloved member of our community. He served as a Deacon at Iuka First Missionary Baptist Church. He enjoyed many outdoor activities, especially fishing. He was a jack of all trade. A beloved father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. Survivors include his son,...
Max Ray Whitehead
Aug 30, 2019
Maxwell Ray “Mack” Whitehead, 85, of Tishomingo, MS, died Friday, August 30, 2019, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Mr. Whitehead was born January 5, 1934, one of nine children to Lonzo Whitehead and Hester Frost Whitehead. He was known to most simply as “Mack”. He was married to Betty Ann Butler of Paden, MS, who passed...
Herbert "Dude" Calvin Thomas, Jr.
Aug 29, 2019
Herbert “Dude” Calvin Thomas, Jr., 80, of Iuka, MS, passed away on Thursday, August 29, 2019, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka, Mississippi. He was a member of LU IBEW #558. He was an electrician by trade. He was a member of the Gideon’s International and was a speaker for them. He was a lay delegate for the...
Patricia Mae Largent
Aug 25, 2019
Patricia Mae Largent, 82, of Iuka, Mississippi, passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2019, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. She was born on August 10, 1937 to the late Stephen and Natalie Suchan. She enjoyed crocheting, doing crossword puzzles, and playing games on her tablet. She is survived by her son, David Largent of Iuka; and numerous...
Laverne P. "Polly" Sparks Passmore Hargett
Aug 25, 2019
On Sunday, August 25th, 2019, the Rock of our family went home to walk in the glory of God. LaVerne Pauline "Polly" Hargett was born on April 4th, 1934 and lived a long life with many endeavors. Polly was an avid quilter and had an excellent reputation for the quality of her work. She will forever be held firmly...
Dorothy "Dot" Helton
Aug 25, 2019
Dorothy “Dot” Helton, 93, of Iuka, Mississippi, passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2019, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home in Iuka. Mrs. Dot was a RN for 50 plus years, working in hospitals, doctors’ offices, and retired as a school nurse in Rolling Fork, MS. She was a member of Iuka Baptist Church. She is survived by her Kathy...
Maudine Pope Hall
Aug 19, 2019
Maudine Pope Hall, 88, of Iuka, Mississippi, passed away on Monday, August 19, 2019, at Tishomingo Community Living Center. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was affectionally known as “GiGi”. She was of the Baptist faith. She is survived by her daughters, Nancy Daniel (Cliff) and Teddie Locke (Norman); her sister,...
Phil Cutshall, Jr.
Aug 19, 2019
Phillip “Phil” Odes Cutshall, Jr., 47, of Dennis, MS, passed away on Monday, August 19, 2019, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka, Mississippi. He enjoyed fishing and racing, especially Dale Earnhardt, Sr. He is survived by his father, Phillip Odes Cutshall, Sr. (Sandra); his sons, Zach Cutshall and Aiden Cutshall; his brothers, Todd Cutshall (Jessica) and Buford Lambert;...
Randy Doyle Mock
Aug 15, 2019
Randy Doyle Mock, 53, of Paden, MS, died Thursday, August 15, 2019, in Tishomingo, MS. Randy was a member of Palestine Community Church. He enjoyed all outdoor activities, and especially loved fishing. He also enjoyed spending time with his family. He is survived by his mother, Barbara Mock of Paden; two daughters, Leighann Credille of Golden, and Ashley Mock...
Claudis Cayce Gober
Aug 11, 2019
Claudis Cayce Gober, 94, of Iuka, MS, died on Sunday, August 11, 2019, at his home on North Pearl Street. Claudis enjoyed woodworking, gardening, camping, and spending time with family. He was a member of Fifth Street Baptist Church, and retired from Genesco after 33 years. He is survived by his son, Gene Gober (Angie); his grandchildren, Lisa Stevens...
Velma Parsons Montgomery
Aug 10, 2019
Velma Parsons Montgomery, 92, of Iuka, MS, died Saturday, August 10, 2019, at Baptist Memorial Hospital - Booneville. Mrs. Montgomery was born May 11, 1927, in Iuka, MS. She was a member of Burnsville Church of Christ and a homemaker who enjoyed cooking. She also loved talking and spending time with family and friends. She is survived by a...
Jerry W. Long, Jr.
Aug 2, 2019
Jerry W. Long, Jr., 56, of Tishomingo, MS, passed away on August 2, 2019 at his residence. He enjoyed fixing things, guns, collecting coins, and cooking. He also enjoyed playing the keyboard and listening to music. He was an avid Star Trek fan and enjoyed being with his family. A memorial service will be held at 6:00 p.m., Friday,...
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