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.

John Gonzales

John Gonzales

October 17, 2019

John Gonzales, 83, of Iuka, MS, passed away Thursday, October 17, 2019 at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. He enjoyed tinkering in the yard and making woodworking crafts. He was an avid watcher of old war movies and documentaries and a steak connoisseur. He also enjoyed spending time with his family. He is survived by his daughters, Debra...

Lisa Stacks

Lisa Stacks

October 13, 2019

Lisa Michelle Bowden, 41, of Corinth, MS, passed away on Sunday, October 13, 2019, at Baptist East Memorial Hospital in Memphis, TN. She enjoyed swimming, listening to music, and traveling. Known for her kind heart, she would go out of her way to help anyone in need. She loved spending time with her friends and family. She is survived...

Jeffery Lamar Skinner

Jeffery Lamar Skinner

October 11, 2019

Jeffery Lamar Skinner, 55, of Burnsville, MS, died Friday, October 11, 2019, at his residence. Jeff was a U. S. Air Force veteran and a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Burnsville. He was employed at General Atomics in Shannon. He enjoyed outdoor activities and spending time with his granddaughter. He is survived by one daughter, Brittany Jones of...

Gary Allen Jones

Gary Allen Jones

October 11, 2019

Gary Allen Jones, 70, of Corinth, MS, died Friday, October 11, 2019, at the Magnolia Regional Health Center. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. He is survived by his partner, Brenda Cox of Corinth; his mother, Maydean Osborn Jones of Searcy, AR; two sons, Brian Jones and Jeff Jones, both of Dallas, TX; two brothers, Mike Jones of Grand Prairie,...

Kenneth Lowell Adams

Kenneth Lowell Adams

October 10, 2019

Kenneth Lowell Adams, 74, of Iuka, MS, passed away on Thursday, October 10, 2019, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. He enjoyed fishing, camping, and drinking coffee. A devoted family man, Ken’s favorite pastime was spending time with his children and grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Alice Johnson Adams; his daughters, Sue Pollard, Amy Kugle, Angela...

Eddie Gene Reed

Eddie Gene Reed

October 5, 2019

Eddie Gene Reed, 66, of Elgin, IL, formerly of Belmont, MS, passed away on Saturday, October 5, 2019. He is survived by his wife, Wendy Reed; two sons, Dyon Reed and Kerry Loveless (Amy); his parents, Bobby Joe and Wanda Reed; two brothers, Sammy Reed (Sheila) and Kenny Reed; two sisters, Gail Gann (Terry) and Cheryl Mills (Jeff); the...

Joanne Grimes

Joanne Grimes

October 4, 2019

Joanne Grimes, 60, of Burnsville, MS, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2019, at Tishomingo Community Living Center. She enjoyed playing Bingo and spending time with her family. She is survived by three sons, Jonathan Horne (Letasha), Jeremy Parmely (Kim), and Jason Parmely (Angela); one sister, Donna Mock; two brothers, Harold Dodson (Laurie) and Randy Walker (Lisa); 11 grandchildren,...

Johnny Ray Watkins

Johnny Ray Watkins

October 4, 2019

Johnny Ray Watkins, 57, of Iuka, MS, formerly of Searcy, AR, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2019, at his sister’s residence in Iuka. He enjoyed fishing and playing music, especially playing his guitar and harmonica. He is survived by his sister, Linda English; his brothers, Loyd Watkins (Kellie) and James Allen Watkins (Sandra); and a host of nieces,...

Myrtle Lambert James

Myrtle Lambert James

October 3, 2019

Myrtle Lambert James, 87, of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, October 3, 2019, at her daughter’s residence. She was a member of Cliff Haven Church. She enjoyed gospel music, Bingo, and spending time with her family. She is survived by one son, Ronnie James (Kim); two daughters, Shelia Brown and Cheryl Williams (Scott); six grandchildren, Kristie Helton (Lee), Joey Brown...

Steve Murphy

Steve Murphy

September 30, 2019

Stephen Hugh Murphy, Sr., 70, of Florence, AL, died Monday, September 30, at the North Alabama Medical Center in Florence, AL. He was a graduate of Central High School and the University of North Alabama. He was a licensed pilot and enjoyed all aspects of aviation. He also enjoyed fishing and other outdoor activities, as well as firearms and...

George David Cohoon

George David Cohoon

September 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),...

Eural D. Carr

Eural D. Carr

September 25, 2019

Eural D. Carr, 86, of Iuka, MS, passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2019, at North Mississippi Medical Center Hospice Unit in Tupelo. He was born on August 9, 1933 to Henry and Winnie Elizabeth Carr of Dennis, MS. He was an Army veteran. He worked at the aluminum plan in Iuka, MS for 28 years. He was an...

Mary Dean Hall

Mary Dean Hall

September 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

Quay Hall

September 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

Pete Johnson

September 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

Ellis Leon Snow

September 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

Billie I. Watson

September 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

Steve Shelton

September 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

Bertha Jean Johnson Lewis

September 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

Billy King Carter

August 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,...

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