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.
Charlie Paulk Castile
Apr 6, 2024
Charlie Paulk Castile, 71, of Glen, Mississippi, died on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. He was born on April 17, 1952, to the late George L and Lou Annie Castile. Charlie loved his family whole-heartedly. He was an avid NASCAR fan and enjoyed attending races with his son and grandsons. He loved cars...
Hilda Gay Gibson
Apr 1, 2024
Hilda Gay Gibson, 73, of Iuka, MS, died on Monday, April 1, 2024, at Magnolia Regional Health Center. She enjoyed taking care of her animals and her home, going to pizza shops with her family, talking on the phone, and shopping with her nieces. She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Jim Gibson; her children, Rob Gibson...
Edward Allen "Bud" Jones
Mar 27, 2024
Edward Allen “Bud” Jones, 69, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at his residence. Bud retired from the United States Army as an E6 Staff Sergeant during Operation Desert Storm after twenty years of service. He enlisted in the 1st Calvary Division in 1973, and he later completed training and served with the 82nd Airborne Division. During...
Mary Evelyn Randolph Johnson
Mar 23, 2024
Our family lost a loving Momma, Grandmother, sister, and friend Saturday morning, March 23, 2024, when Mary Evelyn Randolph Johnson passed away peacefully at her apartment. She was born in Iuka, MS, on October 5, 1954, to Thurman and Johnny Randolph. Mary leaves a legacy of love and unmatched kindness. She is remembered for the numerous people she cared...
Minnie Sue Dooley Johnson
Mar 23, 2024
Minnie Sue Dooley Johnson, 81, of Iuka, MS, died on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. She enjoyed going to auctions, playing bingo, and attending church at Airport Mission Baptist Church. Minnie Sue also loved spending time with her family and friends. She is survived by her children, Melvaine Borden, Andy Aday (Becki), Randy...
Vadie Esolene Dawson
Mar 20, 2024
Vadie Esolene “Jitter” Dawson, 90, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. Esolene was a believer in Christ and was a longtime member of Leawood Baptist Church in Memphis, TN. For her whole life, she was a homemaker and loved being able to care for people. She absolutely adored any and all...
Terry Lynn Barnes
Mar 20, 2024
Terry Lynn Barnes, 64, of Tishomingo, Mississippi, died on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at Tishomingo Community Living Center. For most of his life, Terry repaired cars. He worked out of his home or with Popcorn Moore and loved every minute of it. If he wasn’t working, he was spending time outside. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, and the times...
David Brown
Mar 19, 2024
John David Brown, age 61, of Walnut, Mississippi, passed away on March 19, 2024. He was born on November 17, 1962, in Hardeman County, TN. David was a dedicated employee at ThyssenKrupp Elevator Manufacturing. He was also a member of the Walnut Fire Department where he served his community for many years as a certified firefighter, first responder, and...
Earl Mcintosh
Mar 12, 2024
Earl McIntosh, 66, of Iuka, MS, died on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at Baptist Memorial Hospital – East in Memphis, TN. He enjoyed traveling, working in the yard, and bargain hunting. Earl also enjoyed collecting and shooting guns, cooking, building LEGO kits, and taking care of his dog, Lucy. He was a trained helicopter pilot and retired from the...
Berlin White
Mar 12, 2024
Berlin White, 90, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at his residence. Berlin was a member of Iuka Baptist Church and had been since 1967. He was a truck driver for many years and worked with his son at AMW Hauling. He loved staying busy and enjoyed gardening, working, and going to antique car shows. Berlin...
George "Billy" Painter
Mar 11, 2024
George A. “Billy” Painter, 85, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Monday, March 11, 2024, at his residence. George was a wonderful man that lived a full and interesting life. As a young boy, he worked on a farm bathing and brushing registered show cows. When he was eleven years old, he flew his first plane and after that, he...
Virginia Audrey Underwood House
Feb 28, 2024
Virginia Audrey Underwood House, 97, of Collierville, TN, died on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at Methodist Hospital - Germantown. She was a God loving, God fearing woman, of the Baptist faith, who enjoyed teaching Sunday Morning Bible Class. Mrs. House could always be found where her family was. Being the caregiver to them, her life revolved around all her...
Jimmy Hannon Cowart
Feb 26, 2024
Jimmy Hannon Cowart, 72, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Monday, February 26, 2024, at Helen Keller Hospital in Sheffield, AL. Jimmy was born on November 2, 1951, to Mary Ruth and Herbert Cowart and was of the Baptist faith. He served four years in the National Guard and was a patriot that loved God and country. For 38 years,...
Bobby "Bullet" Scott
Feb 25, 2024
Bobby "Bullet" Scott, 89, of Iuka, MS, died on Sunday, February 25, 2024, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. He enjoyed restoring old cars, going to car shows, and his 57 Chevrolet. Bobby was a member of the Iuka church of Christ. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He is survived by his wife of 70 years,...
Alfred "Bud" Uriah Mcintosh
Feb 25, 2024
Alfred "Bud" McIntosh, 92, of Iuka, MS, died on Sunday, February 25, 2024, at his residence. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and talking to anyone who would carry on a conversation with him. Bud loved eating at Farmhouse Restaurant during the week and at Dinner Bell on Fridays. He is survived by his children, Earl McIntosh (Rhonda), Al McIntosh (Dana),...
Brian Keith Hill
Feb 23, 2024
Brian Keith Hill, 55, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Friday, February 23, 2024, at his home. For most of his life, Brian was a self-employed yacht broker. He loved anything to do with boating and was always outside in the sun or on the water. He also really enjoyed riding side-by-sides and loved his dogs. Brian is survived by...
Clara B. Chase
Feb 23, 2024
Clara B. Chase, 84, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Friday, February 23, 2024, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. Clara was born on June 9, 1939, to Clidie Mae Tucker Chumley and James Norman Tucker. She married the love of her life, Veston Eudell Chase, and had a wonderful 64 years with him until his passing in July of 2023. ...
Elaine Mays
Feb 21, 2024
Marie Elaine Mays, 76, of Kodak, Tennessee, died on Wednesday, February 21, 2024. Elaine worked as a secretary for the Sevier County bus garage for many years and stayed there until retirement. She was a very kind and generous woman. She found a friend in every person she met and loved like no other. Elaine was very talented with...
Ruby Hobbs Tigner
Feb 20, 2024
Ruby Hobbs Tigner, 101, of Iuka, MS, died on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at Tishomingo Community Living Center. She enjoyed reading, quilting, and woring in the garden. Ruby knew every backroad in Tishomingo County from cruising around with her husband. She loved spending time with her family and was a member of Mt. Moriah Baptist Church. She is survived...
Forest Willard Morris, Jr.
Feb 18, 2024
Forest Willard Morris, Jr., 73, of Iuka, Mississippi, died on Sunday, February 18, 2024, at Tishomingo Community Living Center. Willard was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed going to services when he was able. From 1968 until 1970, Willard attended the Colombia Military Academy. As a teenager, he began working as a butcher, and over time, he became one...
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