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.
Florene Carson "Sis" Johnson
Jul 30, 2014
Florene Carson “Sis” Johnson, 88, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Wednesday, July 30, 2014, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. Mrs. Johnson was a member of Rocky Springs United Methodist Church, and was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star for over fifty years. She was retired from Tishomingo Shoe Company after thirty-five years of employment, and...
Lucinda Martin
Jul 29, 2014
Lucinda Martin, 70, of Flint, MI, died Tuesday, July 29, 2014, in Flint, MI. Ms. Martin was born June 5, 1944, in Iuka, Mississippi. She was the daughter of Arthur Carter and Sarah Johnson. Ms. Martin was a member of Living Body of Christ Ministries. She was employed for many years at the Tishomingo Shoe Company. Ms. Lucinda was...
Mary Ann Maxwell
Jul 28, 2014
Mary Ann Maxwell, 86, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, July 28, 2014, at the Tishomingo Community Living Center. Mrs. Maxwell was born September 20, 1927, and was a native of Belfast, Northern Ireland, where she met her husband, James Hafford Maxwell in 1943. In August of 1946, she moved to Iuka, and married Hafford on August 11, 1946. Mary...
Polly Booker
Jul 27, 2014
Mary Elizabeth “Polly” Thorne Booker, 85, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, July 27, 2014, at the Tishomingo Community Living Center. Mrs. Booker was born on April 7, 1929, and spent her childhood in Burnsville, MS. She spent her adult life as a member of the Eastport community in Iuka. She was a faithful member of Eastport Baptist Church. Visitation...
Jerry Len Gray
Jul 26, 2014
Jerry Len Gray, 63, of Savannah, Tennessee, died Saturday, July 26, 2014, at his residence. Mr. Gray was a lifelong heavy equipment operator. He enjoyed spending time with his family, and taking walks with his grandson, Landon. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 29, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Glen. Funeral services are scheduled for...
Bob W. Chaffin
Jul 17, 2014
Bob W. Chaffin died July 17, 2014 at his home in Iuka, Mississippi. He was born February 10, 1942 to Nonan and Luverta Chaffin of Booneville, Mississippi. He began his career with Sears & Company in 1964 and in 1972 became the owner/operator of the Sears Franchise in Iuka, which he operated with his wife Margie for twenty-one years...
Louise Barnett
Jul 16, 2014
Edith Louise “Granny” Barnett, 94, of Tishomingo, Mississippi, died Wednesday, July 16, 2014, at Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. Mrs. Barnett was a devout Christian, and was a lifelong member of Tishomingo Baptist Church. She loved children, and was a baby sitter for over forty years. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Friday, July 18, at Cutshall Funeral...
Benji Lambert
Jul 15, 2014
William Benji Lambert, 49, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Tuesday, July 15, 2014, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Benji enjoyed fishing, hunting, and gardening, but most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Thursday, July 17, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for...
Wendell Mcneil
Jul 15, 2014
Wendell McNeil, 73, of Corinth, MS, died Tuesday, July 15, 2014, at his residence. Mr. McNeil was a member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church. He was a former employee of NAPA in Iuka and Corinth, and was retired from Auto Zone in Corinth. He enjoyed restoring antique automobiles, remodeling his house, and working in his yard. Visitation is scheduled...
Donnie Lee Edmondson
Jul 10, 2014
Donnie Lee Edmondson, 62, of Dennis, Mississippi, died Thursday, July 10, 2014, at his residence. Mr. Edmondson was a member of Mt. Glory Missionary Baptist Church. He was a long-time truck driver, and was currently employed at the Tishomingo County Sheriff’s Department where he was a dispatcher and former officer. He enjoyed reading and watching westerns on TV. He...
Gary R. Modrow
Jul 10, 2014
Gary R. Modrow, 70, of Guntersville, AL, died Thursday, July 10, 2014, at the Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, MS. Mr. Modrow was retired from Genesis Shade in Albertville, AL. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. Cutshall Funeral Home of Iuka, MS is entrusted with arrangements. He is survived by his wife, Bertha May Modrow of...
H. D. Pounders
Jul 6, 2014
Humbert D. “H. D.” Pounders, 65, of Corinth, MS, died Sunday, July 6, 2014, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Mr. Pounders was a member of Fairview Church of God. He worked for many years in the automobile sales industry, and enjoyed traveling, fishing, and hunting. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Monday, July 7,...
Jim Cundiff
Jul 1, 2014
James H. “Jim” Cundiff, 68, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Tuesday, July 1, 2014, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Mr. Cundiff was a member of Pleasant Grove Church of Christ, and was a U. S. Navy veteran of the Vietnam War. He was a lifelong firefighter, and was retired from the Cobb County Fire Department in Marietta,...
Dorothy F. Gregory
Jun 28, 2014
Dorothy Ford “Dot” Gregory, 83, of Iuka, MS, passed from this life on Saturday, June 28, 2014, at her residence. Mrs. Gregory was born on March 26, 1931, in Ripley, MS. She graduated Cum Laude from the Mississippi State College for Women, where she earned her bachelor’s degree. Dot was a former school teacher, and taught at New Albany...
Laura Stricklen Lindsey
Jun 23, 2014
Laura Stricklen Lindsey, 87, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, June 23, 2014, at Tishomingo Community Living Center. She was a member of Unity Baptist Church. Visitation is scheduled for 12 until 2 PM on Wednesday, June 25 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 2 PM on Wednesday, June 24, 2014, graveside, officiated by Bro....
Larry Larsen
Jun 21, 2014
Larry Larsen, 68, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, June 21, 2014, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. He was a retired field supervisor for the nuclear energy industry. He and his wife, Bette, ran the gas dock at Aqua Yacht Harbor for several years, and also lived there in their boat for several years as well. He enjoyed...
James F. "Jim" Cummings
Jun 21, 2014
James F. “Jim” Cummings, 69, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, June 20, 2014, at Tishomingo Community Living Center. He loved his Beagle Hounds, wheelbarrow racing, and enjoyed riding his mule and wagon. Visitation is scheduled for 2 until 3 PM on Monday, June 23 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Glen. Funeral services are scheduled for 3 PM on Monday,...
Jerry Lee Watson
Jun 20, 2014
Jerry Lee Watson, 74, of Orlando, FL (formerly of Iuka, MS), died Friday, June 20, 2014, at Florida Hospital East in Orlando, FL. He was the former manager of East Side Superette in Iuka before moving to Orlando, and was retired from Bindley Western Pharmaceutical Drug Company in Orlando. He was an avid Orlando Magic basketball fan, and enjoyed...
Eddie Davis
Jun 19, 2014
Eddie Davis, 65, of Cordova, TN (formerly of Burnsville, MS), died Thursday, June 19, 2014, at his residence. He was a member of Bellevue Baptist Church. He was an honest, hardworking, and loving person, and enjoyed golf in his spare time. Visitation is scheduled for 1 until 3 PM on Saturday, June 21 at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka....
Mildred Rikard
Jun 18, 2014
Mildred Newbern Rikard, 92, of Florence, Alabama, died Wednesday, June 18, 2014, at her residence. She was a very loving and caring wife, mother, and grandmother, and will be greatly missed by her friends and family. Mrs. Rikard attended the First Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Graveside services are scheduled for 11:00 am on Friday, June 20, at Tri-Cities Memorial Gardens...
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