All Obituaries

Sonny Ray Robinson, age 73 passed away Wednesday, September 1, 2021. He served in Vietnam, also had various jobs from TVA, road work, to The Natchez Trace Parkway which he loved the most because he is one with nature. He connected with all types of animals from dogs, cats, raccoons, and hummingbirds.  Visitation will be Saturday, September 4, 2021, at Ludlam Funeral Home, Iuka, MS beginning at noon until 2:00 p.m.  Following visitation funeral service will begin at 2:00 p.m. at...

Mary Lou “Bolton” Murphy, age 77 passed away Monday, August 30, 2021. She was a member of Airport Mission Baptist Church. She is survived by two sons, Chuck Murphy (Lisha), and Donny Murphy (Melissa); grandchildren, Shawn Murphy, Ethan Murphy, Hunter Hicks, Areye Murphy, Levi Murphy, Morgan Benefied, Samantha Carithers, Aylissa Jackson, and Maribeth Murphy; six great grandchildren; four sisters, Linda Johnson (Johnny), Carolyn Peterson (Ray), Diane Gordon (Jerry), and Nancy...

John Nunley, age 59 passed away Monday, August 30, 2021. He was a member of Wheels of Northeast Mississippi and enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He is survived by his wife, Peggy Nunley; mother, Anita Louise Dykes Brady (David); stepmother, Anne French; mother-in-law, Judy Rhodes; three brothers, David Brady (Melanie), Benjamin Brady (Melissa), and Chris Borden (Betsey); nephews, Jeremy Borden, Kevin Brady, and Harrison Brady; nieces, Tara Long (Mack) and Mary Brady; Host of...

James Carson Ward died at home Saturday, August 28, 2021, after a short illness.  James, better known as Scoot by his family and friends, was born in Louisville, Mississippi, on January 29, 1936, to Otha and Hilda Ward.  James, the oldest of ten children, was a graduate of Louisville High School, and he proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps.  In 1958, he married Carolyn Holdiness, also of Louisville, Mississippi.  James was a welder by trade, and he...

Robert Clinton Smith, age 29 passed away Saturday, August 21, 2021. He enjoyed basketball, fishing, cornhole, board games, and loved the church youth. He was a member of New Prospect Baptist Church, where he served as youth leader. He is survived by his wife, Rachael Smith; son, Robert Braydon Smith; mother, Teresa Richardson (Kenny); father, Tommy Richardson (Tammy); grandmother, Judy Hudson Cook (Glenn); two brothers, Thomas Andrew Richardson (Mariah), and Tyler Smith(Ginny); two sisters,...

Mable Richards, age 79 passed away Monday, August 16, 2021. She is survived by her son, Ricky Rodgers; one brother, Lonnie Richards Jr. (Monette); two sisters, Martha Rodgers (Robert) and Carline Thomlinson (John); one grandchild, Remington Rodgers. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lonnie and Thelma Richards. Ludlam Funeral Home in Iuka, MS is entrusted with the arrangements. You may leave online condolences to the family at www.ludlamfuneralhome.com

  Shirley Walker, age 68 passed away Friday, August 6, 2021. She loved flowers, arts, crafts, bird watching, and her grandchildren. She was the best cook in the world. She is survived by her husband, Timothy Walker; two sons, Michael Walker, and Kevan Walker; two daughters, Tabitha King, and Shelenia Borden (Chris); two brothers, Earnest White, and Bill White; one sister, Nell Shadburn; grandchildren, Ariel Stewart, Perry Stewart (Shannon), Daxton Stewart, Tessa Stewart, Zack...

Carolyn “Michelle” Deen, age 48 passed away Tuesday, August 3, 2021. She enjoyed cross stitching, bead painting, coloring, and playing with her granddaughter. A memorial service will be held Saturday August 7, 2021, beginning at 11:00 a.m. at  Iuka First United Pentecostal Church, Iuka, MS. Bro. William Lambert will be officiating. She is survived by her mother, Kathy Race; four sons, Jessy Deen (Brandy), Justin Deen, Jarrett Deen (Shelby), and Alex Grissom; one daughter,...

Christy Renea Wilkins, age 40 of Iuka, MS passed away suddenly at NMMC. She was born July 4, 1981, in Tupelo, MS to Billy and Barbara McCarty. Christy graduated from Mantachie High School at just 16. She Continued her education through out the years. Christy gave her life to the Lord at an early age and loved spreading the word of God. She worked various jobs over her life, but her dearest was being a wife and mother. Christy loved the outdoors camping and riding the four-wheeler with her...

Wayne Phifer, age 68 passed away Tuesday, June 29, 2021. He enjoyed crappie fishing, loafing with friends, and golfing. He is survived by two sons, Chris Phifer (Jana) and Kevin Robinette (Shannon); two daughters, Melody Pruitt and Erica Phifer; one sister, Emily Hobbs (Talmadge); grandchildren, Paige Greene (Jonathan), Landon Moore, Savanah Pruitt, Mckeeleon Pruitt, Meia Phifer, Cade Phifer, Chanler Deshazier, Levi Deshazier, Eli Deshazier, Caroline Robinette, Chance Robinette, Alyssa...