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.
Arlin "Randy" Randall
May 13, 2018
Arlin “Randy” Randall, 91, of Iuka, MS (formerly of Counce, TN), died Sunday, May 13, 2018, at Southern Magnolia Estates in Iuka. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of WWII, where he served in the Mediterranean Theater. He was also a member of Pickwick United Methodist Church, and was a Mason. He enjoyed fishing and gardening in his spare...
Katherine Philbin
May 4, 2018
Katherine Philbin, 83, of Iuka, MS, died Friday, May 4, 2018, at Baptist Memorial Hospital – East in Memphis, TN. She was a member of the Gospel Church in St. Louis, MO, and enjoyed being a homemaker and taking care of her family, especially her grandchildren. She is survived by three daughters, Pam Watson-Rogers (Jack) of Iuka, Nita Pruett...
Kristy Dexter Hudson
May 4, 2018
Kristy Dexter Hudson, 64, of Iuka, MS, died Friday, May 4, 2018, at her residence. She enjoyed traveling, working in the yard, and her flowers. She loved spending time with her son and grandson. She is survived by her husband, Jonnie Hudson of Iuka; her mother, Lucille Dexter of Iuka; her son, Jason Rickman (Misty) of Ellebell, GA; two...
Judith "Judy" Annette Reid
May 3, 2018
Judy Reid, 72, of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, May 3, 2018, at her residence. She enjoyed gardening, flowers, and bird watching. She also enjoyed being involved in the racing circuit, going to casinos, and was a motorcycle enthusiast. She was a very family-oriented person, and especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by two daughters, Patricia...
Ashley Lambert
May 3, 2018
Ashley Lambert, 26, of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, May 3, 2018, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. She was a 2010 graduate of Tishomingo County High School, and was later a 2015 graduate of Northeast Mississippi Community College. She enjoyed shopping, watching TV, and reading her “soap books” with her Aunt Sheri. She also enjoyed spending time with...
Jimmy A. Works
Apr 27, 2018
Jimmy Allen Works, 74, of Iuka, MS, died Friday, April 27, 2018, at his residence. He is survived by his wife, Jean Works of Iuka; two sons, Greg Works (Melissa) of St. Louis, MO, and Mike Works (Shelaine) of Burnsville; one daughter, Dee Works Lumpkin (Jarod) of Petal; two sisters, Peggy Wilson and Shirley Belue, both of Iuka; and...
Gorman P. Vandiver
Apr 25, 2018
Gorman P. Vandiver, 71, of Iuka, MS, died Wednesday, April 25, 2018, at the Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home in Iuka. He was a member of South Crossroads Baptist Church, and was a graduate of the Burnsville High School Class of 1964. He enjoyed listening to music and to the radio, traveling in his car, and attending family reunions. He...
Lynn Miller
Apr 22, 2018
Lynn Miller, 45, of Tishomingo, MS, died Sunday, April 22, 2018, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. She enjoyed knitting and going to flea markets and was an avid collector of anything with the “Peace” symbol on it. She is survived by her husband, James Miller of Tishomingo; one daughter, Samantha Miller of Tishomingo; and one sister, Patty...
Charles Edward Sweeney
Apr 22, 2018
Charles Edward Sweeney, 81, of Iuka, MS, passed away on Sunday, April 22, 2018, at his residence following a two-year struggle with Lewy Body Disease and Parkinson’s Disease. He endured his affliction with courage, patience, dignity, and humor. Mr. Sweeney was born in Iuka, MS, on July 15, 1936 to P. L. and Ida Gregson Sweeney. He attended Iuka...
Vincent "Bacon" Jourdan
Apr 20, 2018
Vincent Alexander “Bacon” Jourdan, 29, of Dwight, IL, formerly of Iuka, MS, died Friday, April 20, 2018, in Dwight, IL. He enjoyed playing cards and video games. He also enjoyed fishing and talking with his friends and family. He is survived by his parents, Lanny Jourdan and Louisea Helton, both of Iuka; his grandparents, Randle and Bobbie Jourdan of...
Erline Bishop Belue
Apr 19, 2018
Erline Bishop Belue, 90, of Olive Branch, MS, died Thursday, April 19, 2018, at her residence. She was a teacher for 42 years at many different schools and was an avid church attender. She is survived by one brother, Tom Bishop of Nesbit, MS; three nieces - Hope White of Olive Branch, MS; Abbie Chadwick of Milan, TN; and Shirley...
Joey Smith
Apr 18, 2018
Timothy Joel “Joey” Smith, 55, of Iuka, MS, died Wednesday, April 18, 2018, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Joey was a gun and knife enthusiast and made a career as a gun and knife designer, maker, and trader, working as a promoter and operator of gun and knife shows across the United States. He was also...
Christopher Erik Smith
Apr 16, 2018
Christopher Erik Smith, 24, of Iuka, MS, died Monday, April 16, 2018, in Corinth, MS. He is survived by his wife, Katie Smith; his father, David Smith (Penny); his grandmother, Betty Hill; one son, Charlie Smith; one daughter, Samantha Smith; and a sister, April Smith. He was preceded in death by his mother, Grettis Smith; and his grandparents, James...
Carl M. "Sonny" Holloway
Apr 9, 2018
Carl Max “Sonny” Holloway, 77, of Cherokee, AL, formerly of Tishomingo, MS, died Monday, April 9, 2018, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Mr. Holloway was born September 24, 1940 in Waterloo, AL, and at age six moved to Crump, TN. He was the ninth of ten children born to George Washington Holloway and Della Maud Wren...
Charles W. "Tubby" Aldridge
Apr 9, 2018
Charles “Tubby” Aldridge, 63, of Iuka, MS, died Monday, April 9, 2018, at his residence. He enjoyed working on appliances, attending dance halls, and helping people in need. Funeral services are scheduled for 11 AM on Wednesday, April 11, 2018, graveside, at Providence Cemetery. Bro. Jackie Pittman will officiate. Pallbearers include Dale Aldridge, Peanut Aldridge, Hopper Aldridge, Billy Joe...
Annette Daniel Tucker
Apr 6, 2018
Annette Daniel Tucker, 81, of Iuka, MS, died Friday, April 6, 2018, at Cornerstone Health and Rehab in Corinth. She was a dedicated member of Harmony United Methodist Church, and also of the Harmony United Methodist Women. She attended Central School, and was a 1954 graduate of Iuka High School. She loved music and sang and played guitar with...
Ruby Jewel Johnson
Apr 4, 2018
Ruby Jewel Johnson, 91, of Iuka, MS, died Wednesday, April 4, 2018, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. She was a homemaker and was of the Baptist Faith. She enjoyed gardening, her flowers, and cooking for her large family. She lovingly reared nine children. Visitation is scheduled for 10 AM until 1 PM on Friday, April 6, at...
Genevieve L. Johnson
Mar 31, 2018
Genevieve “Gen” Lindstrom Johnson, 80, of Iuka, MS, died Saturday, March 31, 2018, at Sanctuary Hospice House in Tupelo after a courageous 15-year battle with ovarian cancer. She was a very vocal advocate of homeopathic treatments for cancer, which she used solely for 11 years successfully, at which point the cancer returned and metastised leading her being forced into...
Earlene "Punkin" Kay
Mar 30, 2018
Geneva Earlene “Punkin’” Kay, 72, of Tishomingo, MS, died Friday, March 30, 2018, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. Mrs. Kay loved car racing and fishing. She also enjoyed watching birds and squirrels from her window. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Saturday, March 31, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 3:00 p.m.,...
Ishbel Mcdougal
Mar 25, 2018
Ishbel Medley McDougal, 88, of Tishomingo, MS, died Sunday, March 25, 2018, at her residence. Mrs. McDougal was an avid sports fan and loved watching sports of all kinds on TV. She enjoyed cooking, especially baking, and was known for her chocolate pies and jam cakes. Mrs. McDougal loved animals and watching Animal Planet on TV, as well as...
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