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.
Cigger Lee Duckett
Aug 29, 2017
Cigger Lee Jones Duckett was born the third child of John Minor and Mae Fannie Shaw Jones in Lawrence County, Alabama, on January 27, 1931. She departed this life on August 29, 2017 at Southern Magnolia Estates in Iuka, MS. She was united in holy matrimony to the late Albert H. Duckett. To this union, two daughters were born....
Helen R. Newby
Aug 16, 2017
Helen Ruth Newby, 73, of Iuka, MS, died Wednesday, August 16, 2017, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home in Iuka. She enjoyed getting in the car and riding around and sightseeing. She also loved being surrounded by family and friends. Visitation is scheduled for 12:00 until 1:00 p.m., Monday, August 21, 2017, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services...
Mary Lou Bugg
Aug 13, 2017
Mary Lou Bugg, 98, of Iuka, MS, passed away on Sunday, August 13, 2017, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, MS. Mary Lou enjoyed spending time outside, especially working in her yard with her flowers. Graveside services are scheduled for 3:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 15, 2017, at New Salem Cemetery in Iuka, officiated by Bro. James Rich. Interment...
Stanley Jeffrey Akers
Aug 11, 2017
Stanley Jeffrey Akers, 60, of Iuka, MS, died Friday, August 11, 2017, at his mother’s residence. Stanley was of the Methodist faith and a carpenter by trade. He loved working on old cars, drag racing, watching NASCAR, and spending time on the river, especially at Pickwick, with family and friends. He was quick with a kind word or a...
Jesse Harold Stricklin, Sr.
Aug 4, 2017
Jesse Harold Stricklin, Sr., 79, of Glen, MS, died Friday, August 4, 2017, at the Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home in Iuka, MS. He enjoyed fishing, traveling, and spending time with his family. He enjoyed all aspects of life. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m., Monday, August 7, 2017, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka. Interment will follow in...
Ted B. Gabriel
Jul 27, 2017
Ted B. Gabriel, 65, of Iuka, MS, died Thursday, July 27, 2017, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. Ted enjoyed traveling and spending time with his family. He loved playing Swiss cards, poker, and shooting pool. Funeral services are scheduled for 6 PM on Monday, July 31, 2017, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka. Visitation is scheduled...
Marquita Greenaway
Jul 24, 2017
Marquita Greenaway, 73, of Iuka, MS, died Monday, July 24, 2017, at Tishomingo Community Living Center in Iuka. Marquita enjoyed quilting, sewing, and cooking. She loved spending time with her family and friends. She was a member of Fifth Street Baptist Church in Iuka. Visitation is scheduled from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M., Thursday, July 27, 2017 at Cutshall...
John H. "Johnny" Biggs
Jul 20, 2017
John H. “Johnny” Biggs passed away Thursday, July 20, 2017, at Southern Magnolia Estates in Iuka, Mississippi. Johnny was a member of the Iuka United Methodist Church and was a United States Army Veteran. Mr. Biggs began his career in the printing business when he went to work at the Vidette in 1953 as foreman and pressman for then...
Dolores Johnson
Jul 19, 2017
Dolores M. Johnson, 84, of Iuka, MS, passed away Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. She enjoyed playing cards and loved to crochet. Visitation will be Saturday, July 22, 2017 from 10:00 A.M. until 1:00 P.M. at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Services will be at 1:00 P.M., Saturday, July 22, 2017 at Cutshall...
Linda Gail Ortner Taylor
Jul 19, 2017
Linda Gail Ortner Taylor, 73, of Iuka, MS, died Wednesday, July 19, 2017, at Tishomingo Community Living Center in Iuka. Linda enjoyed shopping and getting her nails and hair done. She always had to have her hair and makeup done to perfection. Her family and grandchildren were the lights of her life and her reason for being. Visitation is...
Arebell Pruitt Jones
Jul 16, 2017
Arebell Pruitt Jones, 91, of Iuka, MS, died Sunday, July 16, 2017, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Arebell loved spending time outside and taking care of her cats. She also enjoyed cooking and spending time with her children and grandchildren. She was a member of the Iuka Apostolic Church. Visitation is scheduled from 11:00 A.M. until 1...
Barbara Merritt Honeycutt
Jul 14, 2017
Barbara Ann Merritt Honeycutt, 49, passed away peacefully at her home in Burnsville, Mississippi on July 14th, 2017. "Bran" was born on December 31, 1967 in Atlanta, Georgia. She is survived by her father and stepmother, Joe and Cindy Merritt of Las Vegas, Nevada; her brothers, Jay Merritt residing in Florida, and Steven and Patrick Merritt, residing in Las...
Herman Ray Wadkins
Jul 9, 2017
Herman Ray Wadkins, 69, of Cherokee, AL, died Sunday, July 9, 2017, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, MS. He enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. Family graveside services are scheduled for 12:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 11, 2017 at Snowdown Cemetery, officiated by Bro. Steve Slaton. Interment will follow in Snowdown Cemetery. Visitation is scheduled for...
Curtis E. Jourdan
Jul 9, 2017
Curtis E. Jourdan, 86, died Sunday, July 9, 2017. He was born on October 11, 1930 to Herman and Earnastine Jourdan. He graduated from Burnsville High School and went on to earn numerous degrees from Mississippi State University in the education field. He was known to many as a coach, teacher, counselor, principal, and Sunday school teacher. He loved...
Vicki C. Peters
Jul 7, 2017
Vicki C. Peters, 59, of Burnsville, MS, passed away on July 7, 2017, at her residence in Burnsville. Vicki enjoyed fishing and watching NASCAR. She was a member of Little Flock Primitive Baptist Church and enjoyed helping others. She also owned her own painting business. Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 a.m., Saturday, July 15, 2017, at Little Flock...
Jessica Cheri Wilson
Jul 7, 2017
Jessica Cheri Wilson, 30, of Burnsville, MS, died Friday, July 7, 2017, at Regional One Health in Memphis, as the result of an automobile accident. Jessica had a heart of gold and always put the needs of others before her own. She enjoyed fishing, and loved animals and Florida Gators football. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 8:00 p.m.,...
Lucille Phifer
Jul 3, 2017
Clara Lucille “Lucy” Phifer, 93, of Iuka, MS, died Monday, July 3, 2017, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. Mrs. Phifer was a member of Campground United Methodist Church. She retired from the Tishomingo County Hospital where she worked as a licensed practical nurse. She was also formerly employed by Meals on Wheels at the Iuka Youth Center....
Carla Booker Branson
Jul 3, 2017
Carla Booker Branson, 45, of Iuka, MS, died Monday, July 3, 2017, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Carla was a member of Short Creek Baptist Church. She was a 1989 graduate of Iuka High School, and received her nursing degree from Shelby State University. Carla worked all over the country from coast to coast as a...
Dorothy "Ms. Dot" Gober
Jun 30, 2017
Dorothy “Ms. Dot” Gober, 86, of Iuka, MS, died Friday, June 30, 2017, at Tishomingo Community Living Center. She was a member of Fifth Street Baptist Church, and also a member of the Red Hat Club. She was known for babysitting around the community for 30 years, and enjoyed gardening in her spare time. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00...
Betty Jean Barnes
Jun 23, 2017
Betty Jean Barnes, 68, of Iuka, MS, died Friday, June 24, 2017, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. Mrs. Barnes spent her life doing what she loved, which was teaching children. She also taught Sunday school for many years and was a member of Antioch Freewill Baptist Church. She held a special place in her heart for children...
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