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.
Bobbie Gene Fradenburg
September 8, 2018
Bobbie Gene Fradenburg, 83, of Dennis, MS, passed away September 8, 2018 at his residence surrounded by his family. Bobbiewas retired from Bodine Aluminum and Winchester and Lindsey. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, working on cars, working puzzles, and playing Spider Solitaire. His favorite pastime was spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka,...
Margaret Yow Counce
September 6, 2018
Margaret Louise Yow Counce, 77, of Belden, MS, formerly of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, September 6, 2018, at Baldwyn Nursing Facility in Baldwyn, MS. For those who knew Margaret, they knew she was a one-of-a-kind woman and a true gem. She was a loving and faithful wife, mother, and grandmother. Family was always her first priority. Throughout her life,...
John Lilley
September 4, 2018
John Lilley, 75, of Cherokee, AL, died Tuesday, September 4, 2018, at his residence. John enjoyed camping, fishing, and watching and feeding deer. He was a member of the Iuka Church of Christ and a member of the Iuka Masonic Lodge #94 F&AM. His favorite pastime was spending time with his family, especially his granddaughters. Funeral services are scheduled...
James Atkins
August 31, 2018
James Atkins, 92, of Iuka, MS, died Friday, August 31, 2018, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Mr. Atkins retired from Ford Motor Company in Sheffield, AL after 27 years of employment. Following retirement, he worked until recently at Atkins Electrical and Plumbing. Mr. Atkins loved to work and could be seen regularly around town mowing yards...
Hunter Crum
August 30, 2018
Jason Hunter Crum, 27, of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, August 30, 2018, at his residence. Hunter was currently employed at Kimberly-Clark and was also a welder. He loved showing off on his “crotch rocket” and his RZR and was a member of River's Edge Off-Road Group and Mississippi Trail Riders. He also loved to shoot his guns. Hunter enjoyed...
Frances Williams
August 27, 2018
Frances Williams, 80, of Glen, MS, passed away Monday, August 27, 2018, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. She was a dedicated member of Harmony Hill Baptist Church. She enjoyed raising her family and spending time with them. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, flowers, and working puzzles. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 28, 2018,...
Hubert Rhay Robinson
August 26, 2018
Hubert Rhay Robinson, 89, of Burnsville, MS, passed away Sunday, August 26, 2018 at Carrington House in Iuka, MS. He was born September 3, 1928 in Calhoun City, MS, the ninth of ten children born to Ollie Mae Epperson Robinson and Maschiel E. Robinson. Hubert Rhay attended school in Burnsville and graduated from Burnsville High School in 1947 where...
Donna Watson Scott
August 25, 2018
Donna Watson Scott, 74, died Saturday, August 25, 2018 at her residence in Iuka. She was born February 29, 1944 in Burnsville, MS. She was a former employee of Brach Candy Company in Chicago, Tishomingo County Hospital, and had worked alongside her husband and son in the family business, S & S Electronics, for thirty years. Services will be...
Joe Barlow
August 23, 2018
Dr. Joe Ray Barlow, 83, of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, August 23, 2018, at his residence. Dr. Barlow was a U. S. Army veteran and achieved the rank of Captain serving as the dentist for the Guard Sentinels of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery. He was also a long-time local dentist, serving the Iuka...
Josh Vaughn
August 22, 2018
Josh Vaughn, 28, of Burnsville, MS, passed away Wednesday, August 22, 2018, at his residence. Josh enjoyed hunting deer and turkey. He was a lover of history and enjoyed watching the History Channel. He was a member of The Station Church and an avid sports fan, especially baseball and Ole Miss football. His greatest joy was his wife and...
Steve Cupples
August 22, 2018
Steven Dale “Uncle Steve” Cupples, 64, of Iuka, MS, died Wednesday, August 22, 2018, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Steve was formerly employed as a welder at Monotech for 11 years. Prior to that he was a lifelong roofer. He enjoyed playing the guitar and singing, writing songs, and listening to music. He was known for making...
Shelaine Hardwick
August 19, 2018
Shelaine Hardwick, 69, of Iuka, MS, died Sunday, August 19, 2018 at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. She enjoyed working and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka, MS is entrusted with arrangements. She is survived by her daughter, Tonya Pruitt (Robbie); her son, Drew Hardwick (Samantha); her grandchildren, Maggie Clare Pruitt,...
Billie Burke Thomas
August 17, 2018
Billie Burke Whitehurst Thomas, age 101, died at her home on Friday, August 17, 2018. She was born Biddie Berte Carlton on November 28, 1916 in Montgomery County, Mississippi near the town of Eskridge to George Martin and Ella Pearl (Johnson) Carlton. At the death of her father in 1919 she was adopted through the Mississippi Children’s Home by...
Eloise Drinkard
August 16, 2018
Eloise Drinkard, 85, of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, August 16, 2018, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home in Iuka. Eloise was a nurse for 30 plus years and retired from Whitfield Nursing Home where she was the head LPN. She was a member of Mt. Gilead Baptist Church. She also enjoyed doing crossword puzzles, crocheting, working in her flower garden,...
Richard Smith
August 13, 2018
Richard Smith, 63, of Corinth, MS, died Monday, August 13, 2018, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home in Iuka. Richard enjoyed watching movies and wrestling. He loved working in his flower garden and helping his neighbors with their flowers as well. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, August 19, 2018 at The Central Church at 12:30 p.m. Cutshall...
Eunell Skinner Handy
August 12, 2018
Eunell Skinner Handy, 82, of Burnsville, MS, died Sunday, August 12, 2018, at her residence. She enjoyed researching her family’s genealogy and volunteering at the Iuka Museum and the Iuka Library. She was a member of Daughters of the American Revolution, United Daughters of the Confederacy, the Red Hat Club, and was an active member of Harmony Hill Baptist Church....
Karen Ruth Green
August 11, 2018
Karen Ruth Green, 61, of Iuka, MS, died Saturday, August 11, 2018, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. Karen was a loving and caring person who enjoyed talking to her family and friends. She especially loved spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her mother, Ruthie Green of Iuka; one daughter, Jennifer Jones of Iuka; a sister, Harriett...
Brian David Colby
August 10, 2018
Brian David Colby, 46, of Iuka, MS, died Friday, August 10, 2018, at his residence. Brian enjoyed golfing, listening to music, and cooking for others. He was an avid Cubs fan and enjoyed spending time with his niece, Amelia. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 18, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. at the Church of God in...
Jackie "J. W." Brumley
August 8, 2018
Jackie Wayne “J.W.” Brumley, 72, of Southaven, MS, formerly of Iuka, MS, died Wednesday, August 8, 2018, at Methodist Hospital in Germantown. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, farming, and working. His favorite pastime was spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Debbie Brumley; his daughters, Michelle Lollar (Lee) and Jenny McEndree (Justin); his...
Leon Ferguson
August 8, 2018
Aubrey Leon Ferguson, 85, of Hernando, MS, died Wednesday, August 8, 2018, at Baptist Memorial Hospital - Desoto. Mr. Ferguson was a member of Hernando Baptist Church. He was also a U. S. Army veteran and served in Okinawa during the Korean War. He earned a bachelor’s degree in industrial management from Mississippi State University and was employed as...