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.

Ronald A. Martin

Ronald A. Martin

Nov 8, 2013

Ronald A. Martin, 58, of Plant City, Florida, died November 8, 2013, at his residence. Mr. Martin was born in Berwyn, Illinois, on March 23, 1955. He served in the U.S. Air Force for over 17 years. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, September 6, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka, officiated by Bro....

James J. "Amos" Bates

James J. "Amos" Bates

Nov 6, 2013

James J. “Amos” Bates, 76, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Wednesday, November 6, 2013, at his residence. He was a graduate of Belmont High School in 1959, and was owner of Bates Piano Company in Belmont from 1968 – 1974. He was very active in planning and supporting the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway. He was Sheriff of Tishomingo County from 1980 –...

Imogene Thrasher

Imogene Thrasher

Nov 5, 2013

Imogene Thrasher, 81, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Tuesday, November 05, 2013, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. She was a lifelong member of Burnsville Tabernacle. She loved her church, reading her Bible daily, and spending time doing yard work. She won “Yard of the Month” on several different occasions. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on...

Mattie Faye Woodruff

Mattie Faye Woodruff

Nov 5, 2013

Mattie Faye Woodruff, 98, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Tuesday, November 05, 2013, at the Southern Magnolia Estates in Iuka. She was born November 24, 1914 in Prentiss County, MS to William Whitner and Ora Alice Jourdan Whitfield. She was a graduate of Burton High School and Mississippi State University. She was a retired teacher, having taught for thirty years....

Jimmie L. Wright

Jimmie L. Wright

Nov 3, 2013

Jimmie L. Wright, 77, of Cairo, Mississippi, died Sunday, November 3, 2013, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Mr. Wright attended Canaan Assembly of God Church in Booneville. He was retired from General Motors in Chicago where he was employed for thirty years as a welder. He enjoyed sports, especially basketball, and working on older-model cars. Mr. Wright...

Wayne "Spook" Andrews

Wayne "Spook" Andrews

Nov 2, 2013

Wayne “Spook” Andrews, 69, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, November 02, 2013, at his residence. He was an U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam Conflict, serving at the rank of E-5. He was retired from TVA as an electrician after 30 years of service, and was a member of the Local IBWA #852 for many years. He was a...

Truman Lovelace

Truman Lovelace

Oct 28, 2013

Truman Lovelace, 68, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, October 28, 2013, at his residence. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 29, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, October 30, at Cutshall Funeral Home Chapel in Iuka, officiated by Bro. Ron Norvell. Interment will follow in Harmony Hill...

Blanche Brown

Blanche Brown

Oct 24, 2013

Blanche Brown, 95, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, October 24, 2013, at the Tishomingo Community Living Center in Iuka. Mrs. Brown was the oldest member of Snowdown United Methodist Church, and also played piano for several local Methodist churches. She enjoyed cooking, quilting, sewing, gardening, and her flowers. Above all she enjoyed time with her family, and receiving visitors...

Irene Scruggs

Irene Scruggs

Oct 24, 2013

Irene Scruggs, 87, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, October 24, 2013, at the Tishomingo Manor Nursing Home. She was a member of Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, where she was also a piano player for many years. She was also a piano player for several gospel groups as well. She loved her home, church, and brothers and sisters immensely. Visitation...

James L. "Jim" Barnes

James L. "Jim" Barnes

Oct 21, 2013

James L. “Jim” Barnes, 73, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Monday, October 21, 2013, at North Mississippi Medical Center - Iuka. He was a member of Spring Hill United Methodist Church. He was a retired Conservation Officer with the Mississippi Department of Wildlife Fishery and Parks. He enjoyed playing golf, fishing, and loved being with his family. Visitation is scheduled...

Ruby Nell Sanderson Boothe

Ruby Nell Sanderson Boothe

Oct 20, 2013

Ruby Nell Sanderson Boothe, 83, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Sunday, October 20, 2013, at the Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, MS. Mrs. Boothe was a member of Iuka Church of Christ. She loved spending time with her family and attending ladies bible class on Tuesdays. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 22, at Iuka...

George Malcolm "Mac" Waldrep

George Malcolm "Mac" Waldrep

Oct 17, 2013

George Malcolm “Mac” Waldrep, 85, of Cherokee, Alabama, died Thursday, October 17, 2013, at Helen Keller Hospital in Tuscumbia, AL. He was a member of Allsboro Cumberland Presbyterian Church where he was an elder for 55 years. He loved working at the church, enjoyed square dancing and antique cars. He retired from Reynolds Aluminum. Visitation is scheduled for 12:30...

Michael Wayne Seago

Michael Wayne Seago

Oct 13, 2013

Michael Wayne “Mike” Seago, 62, of Guys, Tennessee, died Sunday, October 13, 2013, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee. He was a member of Wells Station Baptist Church of Memphis, Tennessee and was a concrete mason. Visitation is scheduled for 11:00 until 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 16, 2013, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are...

Tony Joe Taylor

Tony Joe Taylor

Oct 13, 2013

Tony Joe Taylor, 47, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Sunday, October 13, 2013, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Mr. Taylor was a member of Antioch Freewill Baptist Church. He worked in the construction industry hanging drywall and building docks. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Monday, October 14, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Glen. Funeral...

Rosa "Bludy" Adkins

Rosa "Bludy" Adkins

Oct 11, 2013

Rosa “Bludy” Adkins, 81, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Friday, October 11, 2013, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. She loved to go dancing and listening to the local band Just Plain Country. She also enjoyed yard sales. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00 until 9:00 p.m., Monday, October 14, at Cutshall Funeral Home in Iuka. Funeral services are...

Ruth Broadway

Ruth Broadway

Oct 10, 2013

Ruth Irene Welch Broadway, 84, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Thursday, October 10, 2013, at the Tishomingo Community Living Center. Mrs. Broadway was born July 24, 1929 in Counce, TN. She was a member of Hubbard Salem Baptist Church; and was a retired nurse. She was also a member of the Order of the Eastern Star Chapter #126. Visitation is...

Linda Faye Roach

Linda Faye Roach

Oct 8, 2013

Linda Faye Roach, 71, of Corinth, Mississippi, died Tuesday, October 8, 2013, at the Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, MS. Mrs. Roach was formerly employed for thirteen years at ITT. She later worked as a bookkeeper for her father’s business, Parker Sawmill and Pallet Shop. She enjoyed spending time with her friends and family on their waterfront lots...

John A. Melville, Jr.

John A. Melville, Jr.

Oct 8, 2013

John A. Melville, Jr., 78, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Tuesday, October 8, 2013, at his residence. Mr. Melville was formerly employed as a truck driver for Mancuso Cheese in Joliet, IL for over thirty years. He was later employed by the Tishomingo County Board of Supervisors for five years. He was an active member of the Burnsville Volunteer Fire...

John A. Melville, Jr.

John A. Melville, Jr.

Oct 8, 2013

John A. Melville, Jr., 78, of Burnsville, Mississippi, died Tuesday, October 8, 2013, at his residence. Mr. Melville was formerly employed as a truck driver for Mancuso Cheese in Joliet, IL for over thirty years. He was later employed by the Tishomingo County Board of Supervisors for five years. He was an active member of the Burnsville Volunteer Fire...

Ona Lambert

Ona Lambert

Oct 5, 2013

Ona Lambert, 74, of Iuka, Mississippi, died Saturday, October 05, 2013, at the Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. She was a member of Maud Church of Christ. She enjoyed camping, being outdoors, and spending time with her grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled for 5 until 9 PM on Sunday, October 6 at Pleasant Grove Church of Christ. Funeral services...

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