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.
Carolyn Ann Hinson
Nov 23, 2023
A graveside service for Carolyn Ann Hinson will be held Monday, November 27, 2023, 1:00 p.m. at Sunny South Baptist Church Cemetery in Pine Hill, AL with Bro. Brian Malone officiating. Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-North is honored to be entrusted with arrangements.
Miss Hinson, 71, of Lauderdale, passed away Thursday, November 23, 2023, at her residence.
Carolyn graduated...
George Ira Nelson, Sr
Nov 20, 2023
George Ira Nelson, Sr, of De Kalb, Mississippi passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of November 20, 2023, at his home surrounded by his loved ones.
George was born to John Peter and Helen Martha (Slaymaker) Nelson on February 22, 1939, in Cordova, Illinois. George and his family soon became residents of Macon, Mississippi. After...
William Noah Jenkins
Nov 18, 2023
Celebration of life services for Noah Jenkins will be held Thursday, November 30, 2023 at 2:00 p.m., at Webb & Stephens – North. Visitation will be held from 12:00-2:00 p.m. prior to service.
Mr. Jenkins, age 21, of Meridian, passed away November 18, 2023.
Noah is survived by his parents, Shawn and Karrie King; brothers, Blayne Moseley, Alec King, Jace...
Mary Jane Walker
Nov 17, 2023
Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Walker will be held Tuesday, November 21, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at Webb & Stephens – North, with Bro. Bill Freeman officiating. Burial will follow at Hamrick Cemetery in Collinsville. Visitation will be held from 10-11:00 a.m. prior to service at the funeral home.
Mrs. Walker, age 88 and formerly of Meridian, passed away November...
Mary Hagan
Nov 16, 2023
Mary Francis Dowdle Hagan was born July 8, 1947 in Union, MS. Mary worked at Midland Shirt Factory then went on to become a revered cashier at Piggly Wiggly Grocery Store. Mary retired from her career to take care of her husband, Charlie Hagan in 2018.
Mary is survived by her children, Van Hagan (Melissa) and Justin Hagan. Grandchildren Samantha...
Sheryl Lynn Chatham
Nov 15, 2023
Services for Sheryl Lynn Chatham will be held Tuesday, November 21, 2023, 2:00 p.m., at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-North with Pastor Dustin George officiating. Interment will follow at Gumlog Cemetery.
Mrs. Chatham, 77, of Bailey, passed away Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at Anderson Regional Medical Center.
Sheryl Lynn graduated from West Lauderdale High School and then attended East...
Milton L. Pace
Nov 11, 2023
Graveside services for Milton Pace will be held Friday, November 17, 2023, at 11:00 a.m., at Meridian Memorial Park Cemetery, with his son, Bro. Scott Pace, officiating. Visitation will be held Thursday, November 16, from 5:00-7:30 p.m. at Webb & Stephens – North.
Mr. Pace, age 90, formerly of Meridian, passed away November 11 in Brandon.
Milton was born and...
Thomas Odus Hotchkiss
Nov 11, 2023
A memorial service for Thomas Hotchkiss will be held Thursday, November 16, 2023, 4:00 p.m. at First Christian Church with Pastor Mark Benson officiating. Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-North is honored to be entrusted with arrangements.
On Saturday November 11 2023, Thomas Odus Hinson Hotchkiss, “Tom”, left this world to join God, his Father and Savior in Heaven. Tom...
John Charles Lunsford, Jr
Nov 9, 2023
Services for John Charles Lunsford, Jr, will be held on Thursday, November 16, 2023, at Webb & Stephens Funeral Homes-North, located at 7774 Highway 39 North, Meridian, Mississippi.
John Charles Lunsford, Jr, passed away unexpectedly on November 9, 2023, in Collinsville, Mississippi.
John was born to John Charles Lunsford, Sr, and Emma...
Thomas Jerry South
Nov 6, 2023
Thomas Jerry South, originally of Hueytown, Alabama, passed away on November 6, 2023, at RP White Nursing Center in Meridian, Mississippi.
Thomas was born to Thomas Murry and Malene (Porter) South on July 4, 1941, in Winfield, Alabama. After high school, Thomas enlisted with the United States Army, where he served as SP5, Specialist 5 Sergeant....
Russell Marion Emerick
Nov 6, 2023
Russell Marion Emerick, a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps, passed away November 6, 2023, at the age of 70, peacefully surrounded by family at his home.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, November 10, 2023, 1:00 pm at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home–North with Bro. Gary Morris Officiating.
Russell was born to James Frank...
Laurine Carlisle
Nov 5, 2023
Funeral services for Mrs. Laurine Carlisle will be held at Hebron Baptist Church at 11:00 AM on Saturday November 11, 2023, with Rev. Tommy Jones and Dr. Richard Wallace officiating. The family will receive guests from 9:30 AM until 10:45 AM prior to the funeral service. Burial will follow in the Hebron Baptist Church cemetery. The staff of Webb &...
Larry Wayne Smith
Nov 2, 2023
Larry Wayne Smith, of Meridian, Mississippi passed away on November 2, 2023, at Anderson Regional Medical Center in Meridian, Mississippi.
Larry was born to Ulmer Smith and Ruby Lee (Jenkins) Massey on May 20, 1960, in Meridian, Mississippi. He will be remembered by his brothers as being a “great big brother”, a good man, and as the...
Earl Patrick Jordan Jr.
Nov 1, 2023
Earl P. (Pat) Jordan, Jr. passed away in Meridian on November 1, 2023. A Visitation to celebrate Pat’s life will be held at Webb & Stephens Funeral Homes North, located at 7774 Hwy 39 North, Meridian, MS, Friday, November 3, 2023, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. A Church Visitation will be held Saturday, November 4, 2023 at Rolling Creek...
Timothy Wayne Montalvo II
Oct 30, 2023
A celebration of life for Timothy Montalvo will be held Saturday, November 4, 2023, at 2:00 p.m., with Rev. Samuel Harris officiating. Visitation will be held from 12:00-2:00 p.m. prior to the service. Burial will be held Tuesday, November 7, at 2:00 p.m. at Mississippi Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Newton, Mississippi.
Our beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend,...
Elijah Amerson
Oct 25, 2023
In Loving Memory of Our Father, Elijah Amerson
September 29, 1935 – October 25, 2023
With a heavy heart, we announce the passing of our father, Elijah Amerson, who left this world on October 25, 2023 at the remarkable age of 88. He faced life with a stubbornness and humor that made him one of a kind.
Born...
Gwendolyn "Gwen" Douglas Johnson
Oct 23, 2023
Gwendolyn “Gwen” Douglas Johnson ,67, of DeKalb, Mississippi, passed away peacefully at home on October 23, 2023. She was born on October 18, 1956, in Waynesboro, Mississippi, to the late Gay Mathis and Glen Douglas.
Gwen was a loving mother, grandmother, and sister. She cherished her family and leaves behind a legacy of love and devotion....
Nola Mae Wyche
Oct 22, 2023
Graveside services for Nola Mae Wyche will be held Thursday, October 26, 2023, at 2:30 p.m., at Old Marion Cemetery, Marion, MS, with Bro. Jack Kern and Bro. David Holyfield officiating. Mrs. Wyche was a long-time faithful member of Russell Baptist Church.
Mrs. Wyche passed away peacefully in Texas, surrounded by her loving family.
She was preceded in...
Betty Sue Gatlin Mardis
Oct 17, 2023
Betty Sue Gatlin Mardis peacefully passed from this world on Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at the age of 93.
Betty was born on April 16, 1930 in Hattiesburg, MS to George and Mattie Gatlin. She was the third oldest child in a family of nine children. With their daddy’s job as a lumber inspector, they moved to various lumber...
Fred Henry Brown
Oct 15, 2023
Fred Henry Brown, of Meridian, Mississippi passed away on October 15, 2023, at Queen City Nursing Home in Meridian, Mississippi.
Fred was born to Henry and Thelma Verdie (McPherson) Brown on November 11, 1928, in Holland, Arkansas. Fred served many years in the United States Army and was enlisted during both World War II and the...
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