OBITUARIES
Recent obituaries in the Meridian and surrounding areas
The obituaries in the Meridian 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 Meridian's history and identity.
Richard Leon Pickard
Jan 4, 2025
Richard Leon Pickard, 72, of Collinsville, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving children.
Richard was born to Robert Hurrell and Dorothy Tempest (Minchew) Pickard on August 23, 1952, at their home in Meridian. He was a 1970 graduate of Southeast High School in Meridian. Richard was a mechanic...
Teri Jean Picardi
Dec 28, 2024
A memorial service for Teri Jean Picardi will be held Wednesday, January 1, 2025, 2:00 p.m. at Webb & Stephens-Downtown. Visitation will be held two hours prior to service at the funeral home.
Ms. Picardi, 64, originally of Philadelphia, MS passed away Saturday, December 28, 2024, at Regency Hospital of Meridian.
Teri was born June 4, 1960, at Neshoba General Hospital in...
Martin Reed
Dec 26, 2024
Martin Reed, 86, of Meridian, passed away the early morning hours of Thursday, December 26, 2024, at Ochsner Rush Medical Center.
Martin was born to Jack and Alnita (Lang) Reed at their home on July 4, 1938, in Kemper County. Martin will be remembered for a being a loving husband, father, and grandfather, but mostly he...
John Wesley Newsome
Dec 25, 2024
John Wesley Newsome, 86, of Meridian, passed away the afternoon of Wednesday, December 25, 2024, at Baptist Anderson Hospital.
John was born to James Hardy and Ida (Lovett) Newsome on June 9, 1938, in Meridian. He will be remembered as being a loving and devoted father and grandfather. When John was not working, he loved spending his...
Gladys Onita Jackson
Dec 18, 2024
Gladys Onita “Nita” Jackson, 89, of Meridian, passed away the early morning hours of Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at R. P. White Nursing Facility.
Nita was born to William Henry and Johnnie Mae (Wilkerson) Ezell on May 23, 1935, at their home in Meridian. She was a beloved mother to her two children, grandmother, great-grandmother, and a...
Peggy Sue Perrin
Dec 16, 2024
Peggy Sue Perrin, 98, of Trinity, Alabama, passed away the early afternoon hours of Monday, December 16, 2024, at NHC Healthcare of Moulton, surrounded by her loved ones.
Peggy Sue was born to John C. and Rosa Idella (Summerford) Burns on September 21, 1926, in Falkville, Alabama. Peggy Sue married the love of her life, Johnny Rill...
Robert L. McKee
Dec 16, 2024
Robert L. McKee, 75, of Meridian, passed away the early morning hours of Monday, December 16, 2024, at James T. Champion Nursing Facility.
Robert was born to Joe Earl and Montieth (Pevey) McKee on June 29, 1949, in Starkville.
Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Montieth McKee, along with his brother, Jim...
Dorothy Jean Cantrell
Dec 15, 2024
A graveside service for Dorothy Jean Cantrell will be held Friday, December 20, 2024, 2:00 p.m. at Hubert Hollis Memorial Cemetery in Beaverton, AL with Brenda & Steven Lockley and Bro. Chris Gully officiating.
The visitation will be held Friday, prior to the service, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-DeKalb.
Jean attended Awakening Fire International Church. She was a...
James Martin Bullock
Dec 4, 2024
James Martin “Marty” Bullock, 68, passed away the evening of Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at Baptist Anderson Regional Hospital in Meridian.
Marty was born to Hubert Carl and Jeffie (Aycock) Bullock on October 25, 1956, in Memphis, Tennessee. Marty was a quiet man, who loved to collect Matchbox Cars and loved the classic Chevrolet Camaro. He also loved...
William "B.J." James Brooks
Nov 28, 2024
Graveside services for William “B.J.” James Brooks will be held Monday, December 2, 2024, 1:00 p.m. at Brooks Camp in Macon, MS (across the road from 895 Soule Chapel Road) with Bro. Mike Vick officiating. Webb & Stephens Funeral Homes are honored to be entrusted with arrangements.
Mr. Brooks, 44, of DeKalb, passed away at Ochsner Rush Hospital in Meridian on...
Peggy Jo Harbour
Nov 24, 2024
Peggy Jo Clark Harbour’s beautiful soul peacefully entered heaven on November 24, 2024, at Whispers, the family camp house in DeKalb, Mississippi. She was 84.
Visitation will be held on November 29, 2024, at DeKalb Presbyterian Church from 1:00-2:30 p.m. followed by a memorial service at 2:30 p.m. with Reverend Justin Knight officiating. Burial will be at Pine Crest Cemetery in...
Jerry Lewis Dean
Nov 22, 2024
Jerry Lewis Dean, 83, of Meridian, passed away the morning of Friday, November 22, 2024, at St. Dominic’s Hospital in Jackson.
Jerry was born to Monroe and Sadie (Reece) Dean on May 31, 1941, in Meridian. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Jerry was a simple man who enjoyed the outdoors and...
John Thomas Ross
Nov 20, 2024
John Thomas Ross, 91, of De Kalb, passed away at his home in the early morning hours of Wednesday, November 20, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones.
John Thomas was born to Josh Sanders and Geneva (Merrell) Ross on May 22, 1933, at their home in Kemper County. Being born during the Great Depression, he was brought...
Carolyn Janell Harris
Nov 20, 2024
Carolyn Janell Harris, 80, of Meridian, passed away in the early morning hours of Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at Poplar Springs Nursing Center.
Janell was born to Clarence A. and Nellie A. (Robinson) Lee on June 30, 1944, in Meridian. She served as secretary for the Soulé Company for many years prior to her running the Marion Thrift...
Bonnie Vivian Estes Dean
Nov 13, 2024
Bonnie Vivian Estes Dean, 82, of Little Rock, passed away at her home the morning of Wednesday, November 13, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
Bonnie will be remembered as being a loving wife, stepmother, grandmother, and a very special aunt. She was good judge of character and definitely one of a kind. Bonnie worked at Maywebb...
Charles Lewis Byram
Nov 11, 2024
Charles Lewis Byram, 82, of Carthage, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Monday, November 11, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.
Charles was born to Bro. Lewis Edward and Callie Lavae’ (Jones) Byram on November 29, 1941, in Union, MS. After suffering a stroke in 2011 and regaining his health, he moved into his...
Pamela "Pam" Leigh Swearingen Alexander
Nov 9, 2024
Services for Pamela Leigh Swearingen Alexander will be held Thursday, November 14, 2024, 11:00 a.m., at Geiger Methodist Church in Emelle, AL with Bro. Wilson Kendrick officiating. Interment will follow at Pinecrest Cemetery in DeKalb, MS. Webb & Stephens Funeral Homes are honored to be entrusted with arrangements.
Mrs. Alexander, 66, of Scooba, passed away Saturday, November 9, 2024, at John...
Lloyd Dewayne Bowden
Nov 9, 2024
Lloyd Dewayne Bowden, 76, of Meridian, passed away peacefully at his home on the morning of Saturday, November 9, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.
Lloyd was born to Preston James and Nannie Mae (McCann) Bowden on December 20, 1947, at their home on Crescent Lake Road in Meridian. He will be remembered as being a loving father,...
Jerry Edward Jordan
Nov 1, 2024
Funeral services for Jerry Jordan will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-North, with Rev. Cheryl Farr officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens.
Jerry Jordan, age 78, of Collinsville, entered peacefully into Heaven on November 1, 2024.
A beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. Jerry was...
Benjamin Lawson Harper
Oct 30, 2024
Benjamin Lawson Harper, 37, of Meridian, passed away unexpectedly the evening of Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at his home.
Lawson was born to Benjamin Cameron Harper, Sr. and Joyce Gale (Rodgers) Harper on January 30, 1987, in Meridian.
He is survived by his father, Ben Harper, Sr.; his sisters, Tina Lynn Walley (Michael) and Debra Lee...
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