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.

Henry Warren Jr.

Henry Warren Jr.

Mar 17, 2023

Funeral services for Henry Aust Warren Jr., 94, will be Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at 2:00pm, at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home in Dekalb. Brother David McGowan will be officiating. Visitation will be 2 hours prior to the service, from 12 – 2. Burial will follow at Binnsville Cemetery in Scooba. Mr. Warren died peacefully, Friday, March 17, 2023,...

Melvia "Gwen" Dearman

Melvia "Gwen" Dearman

Mar 16, 2023

Melvia Gwendolyn “Gwen” Dearman age 95, of Meridian, Mississippi passed away on March 16, 2023, in her home in the presence of her family.

A  Funeral Service will be held Saturday, March 25, 2023, at Webb & Stephens Downtown in Meridian, MS with Reverend Bob Followell  officiating. Visitation will be prior to the Service from...

Jeannette Harrison

Jeannette Harrison

Mar 16, 2023

Jeannette Harrison, 89, passed away Thursday, March 16, 2023, at Ochsner Rush Hospital after a prolonged illness.

Her husband of more than 57 years, Donald Edward Harrison, was by her side, along with their daughter, Monique Henderson.

She was born near Paris, France, and lived there intermittently until shortly after she married Donald Harrison, who...

Jesse Sunderland

Jesse Sunderland

Mar 14, 2023

A memorial service for Jesse Orman Sunderland will be held Sunday, March 19, 2023, 2:30 p.m. at Midway Baptist Church (4579 Old 8th Street Road N, Meridian) with Dr. Michael Bird officiating. Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-Downtown is honored to be entrusted with arrangements.

Mr. Sunderland, 90, of Meridian, passed away Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at Specialty...

Arthur Jones

Arthur Jones

Mar 13, 2023

Funeral services for Arthur Jones will be held Thursday, March 16, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home - North, with Bro. Walter “Glenn” Scott Sr. officiating. Burial will follow at Clearman Cemetery, located 1037 E.L. Johnson Rd Little Rock Ms. Webb & Stephens Funeral Home – North is honored to be entrusted with the arrangements....

Bridgett "Peggy" Faust

Bridgett "Peggy" Faust

Mar 12, 2023

Bridget Margaret Faust 65 of meridian Mississippi went into the peaceful arms of her savior on March 12, 2023 at 110am  after her battle with cancer.

A service will be held at  Gateway church Lauderdale MS 1:00pm On March 25, 2023.

Bridget Faust was born in Baltimore Maryland on February 8th 1958 to Thomas and...

Nancy Carter

Nancy Carter

Mar 12, 2023

A graveside service for Nancy Ann Carter will be held Wednesday, March 15, 2023, 10:00 a.m. at Rock Hill Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery. Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-Downtown is honored to be entrusted with arrangements.

Ms. Carter, 62, of Chunky, passed away March 12, 2023, at her residence.

Nancy was known as a loving mother...

John Blanks, Jr.

John Blanks, Jr.

Mar 12, 2023

Mr. John Lewis Blanks, Jr. (Johnny) was born October 4, 1962 in Porterville, Mississippi, to John Lewis, Sr. and Susie Blanks who preceded him in death.

He accepted Christ at an early age.  Johnny lived most of his life in Porterville, Mississippi where he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.

Johnny departed this...

Betsy Storms

Betsy Storms

Mar 7, 2023

Betsy Heindl Storms died at home on March 7th, 2023, following a lengthy battle with Cancer. She was 76 years old. Betsy was the daughter of Lela and Paul Heindl. She was born and raised in Meridian, MS and lived most of her life here. She is survived by her husband Ken Storms and her son Mica White, brothers...

Patricia Kidd Mosley

Patricia Kidd Mosley

Mar 6, 2023

Funeral services for Patricia Kidd Mosley will be held Friday, March 17, 2023, at 12:00 p.m. at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home – North, 7774 A Hwy 39 North, Meridian, MS 39305. A visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until service time.  Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens.

Patricia, who was born and lived her adult...

Edwin Gibson

Edwin Gibson

Mar 4, 2023

Funeral services for Edwin “Glenn” Gibson will be Tuesday, March 7, 2023, at 1:00, at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home – North. Bro. Paul Raley will be officiating. Interment will follow at Pine Forest Cemetery, with Masonic Rites. Visitation will be two hours prior to the service, from 11 to 1:00pm. Mr. Gibson passed peacefully March 4, 2023, at...

Jean Watkins

Jean Watkins

Mar 3, 2023

Graveside services for Jean Morrow Watkins, (Jeannie) will be Monday, March 6, 2023, at 1:00 at Union City Cemetery. Webb & Stephens Funeral Home in Union has been entrusted with her arrangements.

Ms. Jeannie, 79, died Friday, March 3, 2023, at her residence in Florence, MS. Jeannie was the only child of Jones Brantley and Truell Morrow...

Randy Royal

Randy Royal

Mar 2, 2023

A Celebration of Life Service for Randy Royal will be held from 10:00 to 11:30 A.M. Saturday, March 18th, 2023, at Webb & Stephens Downtown Location. Mr. Royal, of Bailey, died Thursday, March 2nd in his home. He was 69 years old. In his younger years, Mr. Royal enjoyed working alongside his family in the Movie Theatre business. His passion was motorcycles. He...

Mary Hill

Mary Hill

Feb 28, 2023

Services for Mary Avenelle Hill will be held Friday, March 3, 2023, 11:00 a.m. at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-Downtown with Dr. Larry Hill officiating. Interment will follow at Meridian Memorial Park Cemetery.

Mrs. Hill, 101, of Meridian, passed away Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at Beford Care Center of Marion.

Avenelle was a longtime member...

Suzette Bevill

Suzette Bevill

Feb 28, 2023

Suzette Rayner Bevill

Graveside services for Suzette Rayner Bevill will be held Saturday, March 4, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at Magnolia Cemetery, with Bro. Bennie Hopkins officiating. Immediately following the service, all friends are invited to join the family at Suzette’s home for fellowship and sharing of memories. Webb &Stephens – North is honored to...

Sarah Reece Howell Smith

Sarah Reece Howell Smith

Feb 24, 2023

Sarah A. Reece Howell Smith passed away in the home of her daughter on February 24, 2023, in Meridian, Mississippi. A Graveside Service will be held at Hays Cemetery in Causeyville, MS., Saturday, March 4, 2023, at 1:00 pm. Brother James D. Reece will be officiating. Webb & Stephens Downtown has been entrusted with her care.

Sarah...

Xazavier Bryant

Xazavier Bryant

Feb 23, 2023

Memorial Services for Xazavier Micah Bryant will be held March 31st 2023, at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home Downtown. A Visitation will be from 10:00 am ~ 11:00 am with a Chapel Services following at 11:00 am. Reverend Kevin Temple will officiating.

Xazavier Micah Bryant was born on June 9th 2022, to JaQuanisha Terrell and Michael C Bryant....

Robin Parker

Robin Parker

Feb 19, 2023

Robin Renee Parker, 49, died at home in Meridian, Mississippi on Sunday, February 19th, 2023. A Memorial Gathering will be held from 1pm to 2pm Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at Webb & Stephens Downtown.

Being full of life, laughter, Robin was kind, bighearted and had a smile that could lighten up the whole room. She was a loving...

Chesterine Boatner

Chesterine Boatner

Feb 19, 2023

Services for Ms. Chesterine Moulds Boatner will be held Wednesday, February 22, 2023, 11:00 a.m., at Jones Chapel Church of God with Bro. Ron Leonard officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-Downtown is honored to be entrusted with arrangements.

Ms. Boatner, 87, of Meridian, passed away at J.T. Champion Nursing Facility...

Mary Ann Riley

Mary Ann Riley

Feb 16, 2023

Mary Ann Bonney Riley, 95, died Thursday, February 16, 2023 at Anderson Regional Medical Center in Meridian.  She lived in her beloved home in Meridian until the day she died.

Visitation will be at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, Enterprise, MS at 10 am on Friday, February 24.  A Graveside Service will follow at Enterprise Cemetery at 11...

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