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.
Donna Wilson Chadwick
Apr 9, 2019
Donna Wilson Chadwick, 53, of Iuka, MS, passed away Tuesday, April 9, 2019, at her residence. She enjoyed reading, cross stitching, and puzzles. She also loved playing with her precious dog, Maggie Mae. She is survived by her sister, Frances Wilson; her niece, Nicole Comer; her great nephew, Jacob Comer; and her special aunt, Blonda Strathan (Willard). She was...
Kathy Kay Wigginton
Apr 8, 2019
Kathy Kay Wigginton, 65, of Burnsville, MS, passed away Monday, April 8, 2019 at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. She enjoyed watching television and drinking chocolate milk. Her children and grandchildren were her greatest joy and enjoyed spending as much time with them as possible. She is survived by her daughter, Julie Wigginton; her sisters; Annie Mae Marlar,...
Tabitha "Tabo" Gaines
Apr 8, 2019
Tabitha “Tabo” Gaines, 47, of Burnsville, MS, passed away Monday, April 8, 2019 at Parkridge Medical Center in Chattanooga, TN. Her greatest love was her children and enjoyed spending every moment she could with them. She also enjoyed cooking, sending Christmas cards, and helping others as much as she could. She is survived by her parents, Larry and Margaret...
Jerry Ray "Pappy" Gamble, Sr.
Apr 6, 2019
Jerry Ray “Pappy” Gamble, Sr., 77, of Burnsville, MS, passed away on Saturday, April 6, 2019, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. Jerry enjoyed golfing and was an avid Chicago Cubs fan. His favorite pastime was spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. A memorial service is scheduled for Tuesday, April 9, 2019 from 6pm until 8pm,...
Martha Marie Simpson
Apr 3, 2019
Martha Marie Simpson, 79, of Cherokee, AL, died Wednesday, April 3, 2019, at her residence. Mrs. Simpson was a longtime member of Pleasant Hill Church and a homemaker. She enjoyed gardening and her flowers. She also loved cooking and spending time with her family. She is survived by her husband, Jimmy W. Simpson, Sr. of Cherokee, AL; two daughters,...
Rebekah Louise Curtis
Apr 3, 2019
Rebekah Louise Whitaker Curtis, 53, of Iuka, MS, died Wednesday, April 3, 2019, at her residence. Rebekah was employed for 25 years at BancorpSouth and attended Iuka United Methodist Church. She graduated from Cherokee High School and the University of North Alabama with a B. S. in Business Administration. She was known for bringing joy to life for everyone...
Johnie Richard "Billy Joe" Holland
Mar 31, 2019
Johnie Richard “Billy Joe” Holland, 81, of Iuka, MS, passed away on Sunday, March 31, 2019, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. Mr. Holland was born on December 7, 1937 in Burnsville, MS. He was retired from truck driving. He enjoyed fishing, watching westerns, and spending time with his grandchildren. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Tuesday,...
Brian Scott Bonds
Mar 26, 2019
Brian Scott Bonds, 48, of Iuka, MS, passed away due to complications associated with brain cancer on Tuesday, March 26, 2019 at University Methodist Hospital in Memphis, TN. Brian was born July 9, 1970, and was the son of Tommy and Wanda Bonds of Iuka, MS. Brian worked his life as a welder and as an equipment operator in...
David Alfred Hamilton
Mar 23, 2019
David Alfred Hamilton, 88, of Albuquerque NM passed away on March 23,2019. Mr. Hamilton was born on January 22, 1931 to Hosie and Julie Hamilton in Tishomingo, MS. Mr. Hamilton joined the USMC in 1952 and served in the Korean War. He was a carpenter by trade. Mr. Hamilton enjoyed living in the mountains in southern Colorado for the...
Mitchell Robert Case Long
Mar 22, 2019
Mitchell Robert Case Long, 59, of Tishomingo, MS, died Friday, March 22, 2019, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Mr. Long was formerly employed at the Tishomingo Grain Elevator and was more recently employed as a pipefitter at Monotech in Iuka. He enjoyed spending time outdoors and especially loved deer hunting. He is survived by two daughters,...
Tommy Jack Tucker
Mar 22, 2019
Tommy Jack Tucker, 79, of Iuka, MS, formerly of Counce, TN, died Friday, March 22, 2019, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Mr. Tucker was a member of Poplar Springs Freewill Baptist Church. He was a U. S. Army veteran and served overseas in Germany. He retired as a supervisor from Packaging Corporation of America and was...
James Clayton Garrett
Mar 19, 2019
James C. Garrett, 75, of Burnsville, MS, passed away Tuesday, March 19, 2019, at his residence. James was a Vietnam War Veteran, serving three tours from 1965-1969. He was in the Army 25 th Infantry. He also enjoyed fishing, hunting, playing the guitar, and having cook outs and fish fries. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m., Friday, March...
Brenda Twitty Burcham
Mar 15, 2019
Brenda Twitty Burcham, 77, of Iuka, MS, passed away Friday, March 15, 2019, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. She enjoyed writing stories and articles, reading books, and spending time with her friends and family. She was a member of New Lebanon Baptist Freewill Baptist Church and attended there until her health declined; she then attended Iuka...
Jerry Lynn Cummings
Mar 14, 2019
Jerry Lynn Cummings, 52, of Iuka, MS, passed away March 14, 2019 at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Jerry enjoyed antiquing, traveling, and spending time with his family and grandchildren. He was employed for 25 plus years with EMS. Funeral services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Sunday, March 17, 2019 at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka, officiated...
Gilbert E. Short
Mar 14, 2019
Gilbert “Gene” Short age 82 passed away March 14, 2019. He was born on February 14 th , 1937 in California. He graduated high school from Twentynine Palms in 1956. He served in the Air Force for four years before he began working at Santa Fe Railroad, which he also retired from. He retired back to Mississippi; because he...
Thomas Eugene Barrett
Mar 12, 2019
Thomas E. “Gene” Barrett, 69, of Iuka, MS, went to be with Jesus on Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at his residence, after a short illness. He was a retired laborer. He loved spending time with his family and his dog, Dorrie. His favorite thing was playing the guitar. He was a giant of a man with a heart to...
April Jozann Robertson
Mar 10, 2019
April Jozann Robertson, 42, of Iuka, MS, passed away Sunday, March 10, 2019, at her residence. April was born on May 30, 1976 in Fort Bragg, NC. She was a graduate of Itawamba Community College. April enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. She also enjoyed fishing, and even referred to herself as “The Catfish Queen”. She...
Norman J. Hubbard
Mar 9, 2019
Norman Jackson Hubbard, 66, of Iuka, MS, died Saturday, March 9, 2019, in Cherokee, AL. Norman was a member of Cherokee Church of Christ and was a lifelong paramedic. He retired as Director of E.M.S. from Magnolia Regional Health Center and he also worked as a paramedic at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. His desire to help...
Louise I. Mayhall
Feb 28, 2019
Louise Mayhall, 83, of Iuka, MS, passed away Thursday, February 28, 2019, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home in Iuka. She enjoyed fishing, gardening, and spending time with her family. She is survived by her son, Hollis Mayhall (Melissa); her sisters, Myrtle Vincent (Charles) and Rosie Reynolds; her brother, Jack Reynolds; her grandchildren, Melissa Self (Jimmy), Felicia Welch (Joey), Candance...
Patricia "Pat" Kathryn Gurno
Feb 25, 2019
Patricia “Pat” Kathryn Davies Gurno, 74, of Iuka, MS, passed away Monday, February 25, 2019, at Tishomingo Community Living Center. She was born on March 27, 1944 in Glendale, CA. She married Dave Gurno on December 26, 1966. She attended schools in Maryland, Hawaii, California, Texas, and Mississippi. Mrs. Gurno worked for the catholic churches in Iuka and Booneville....
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