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.

Dora Bane

Dora Bane

Sep 20, 2022

Dora Mae Bane passed away at the age of 70 at her home in Meridian. Services will be Saturday, September 24, 2022, at Oak Grove Baptist Church. Visitation will begin at 9am and Funeral Service at 10am.

Dora enjoyed watching her Lifetime Shows and enjoyed people coming to see her.

She is survived by her...

Jerry Barton

Jerry Barton

Sep 19, 2022

Graveside Services for Jerry Barton will be held Thursday, September 22, 2022, 11:00 a.m. at Stonewall Cemetery with Pastor Ray Files officiating. The staff of Webb & Stephens Funeral Home – North are honored to be serving the family during this difficult time.

Jerry Melvin Barton, was born on November 2, 1946, in Breman, GA...

Lyman Rasberry

Lyman Rasberry

Sep 18, 2022

Mr. Lyman “Jerry” Rasberry 80 of Meridian went to be with our heavenly father on September 18, 2022. A Graveside Service will be held at Hebron Baptist Church Cemetery on Tuesday, September 27th, 2022 at 10:00 am.

Mr. Rasberry was retired from the United States Airforce and Smith Bakery.

Survivors include his daughters, Rachel Sanderford (Kevin)...

Patricia Feliciano

Patricia Feliciano

Sep 15, 2022

Services for Patricia Feliciano will be held Wednesday, September 21, 2022, 1:00 p.m. at Rolling Creek Baptist Church with Bro. Clay Chancelor officiating and Bro. Richard Coats assisting. Interment will follow at Chancelor Cemetery.

A visitation will be held Tuesday evening from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the church. Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-Downtown is honored to be entrusted...

Jeanette Powell

Jeanette Powell

Sep 14, 2022

An obituary is not available at this time.

Christine Riordan

Christine Riordan

Sep 14, 2022

Christine Rachel Riordan (Hernandez) passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 14, 2022, at Anderson Regional Medical Center surrounded by her Family. She was born July 1st, 1937, in Los Angeles California to Robert Albert Hernandez and Cruz Saenz. She would marry Thomas Patrick Riordan in August 1954 and relocate to Baltimore, Maryland. There she would raise 8 children, 4...

James Parisi

James Parisi

Sep 13, 2022

James Joseph Parisi

Jim Parise was born on April 28, 1951, on Staten Island, New York. He lived a vivacious life and had many interests throughout his years. He was a hard worker who served in the Army infantry in Vietnam. Jim had a big heart for animals, children, and nature. He was a loving husband and...

William "Bill" Stennis

William "Bill" Stennis

Sep 13, 2022

A graveside memorial service for Mr. William “Bill” Locker Stennis will be held Saturday, September 17, 2022, 10:30 a.m., at Pinecrest Cemetery in DeKalb, MS with Bro. Chris Gully officiating. Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-Downtown is honored to be trusted with arrangements.

Mr. Stennis, 72, of DeKalb, passed away Tuesday, September 13, 2022, at River Birch Assisted...

Linda Kirby

Linda Kirby

Sep 12, 2022

Linda Ann Kirby passed away on Monday, September 12, 2022, surrounded by her loving family.

Linda was born in Kentucky. She loved spending time with her family and attended Bright Star Tabernacle. She will be greatly missed.

Linda is survived by her son Emery Luther (Cynthia), grandchildren; Paul Luther, Angelia and Kristina Luther; great grandchildren;...

Billy Morrison

Billy Morrison

Sep 9, 2022

Billy Frank Morrison of Lauderdale County, Meridian, MS passed away at his home at the age of 77. After several months of declining health, Billy died peacefully with his beloved children, grandchildren, his sister & niece by his side.

Billy was born in Augusta, Georgia on January 29, 1945. The oldest of 4, two Brothers & one sister. He enlisted...

William David Gaddis

William David Gaddis

Sep 5, 2022

Services for William David Gaddis will be held Thursday, September 8, 2022, 1:30 p.m. at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-Downtown with Bro. David Schultz officiating. Visitation will begin at 12:00 p.m. until service time. Interment will follow at Sageville United Methodist Church Cemetery. Webb & Stephens Downtown is honored to be entrusted with arrangements.

Mr. Gaddis, 74,...

Eloise Bouder

Eloise Bouder

Sep 1, 2022

Eloise Covington Bouder, formerly of Meridian, Mississippi, peacefully passed away at home in Helena, Alabama, on Thursday, September 1, 2022. Funeral services will be Saturday, September 10, 2022, at 12 pm, at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home – North, with interment to follow in Forest Lawn Memory Gardens. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Rev. Franklin Denham...

Louva Butts

Louva Butts

Aug 31, 2022

Funeral services for Mrs. Louva Butts will be held Sunday at 1pm at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home – North. Rev. Mike McKee will be officiating the service with burial following at Union City Cemetery in Union, MS. The staff of Webb & Stephens -North are honored to be serving the family during this difficult time.

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Martha Sharp

Martha Sharp

Aug 27, 2022

Martha Sue Sharp, age 86, of Laurel, Mississippi passed away August 27, 2022. Webb & Stephens Funeral Home – North has been entrusted with her care.

Martha Sue Burney was born September 1935 in Florence, Alabama. As a young adult, Sue relocated to New Orleans, Louisiana where she married and started a beautiful family. She was married...

Syble Whitt

Syble Whitt

Aug 25, 2022

Services for Syble Ann Whitt, 93, will be Monday, August 29, 2022, at 10:00am at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home - Downtown. Burial will follow at Graham Cemetery.  Bro. Danny Todd Jr. will be officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service, at the funeral home. Mrs. Whitt died Thursday, August 25, 2022, at Anderson Regional Medical...

John Harvey

John Harvey

Aug 22, 2022

John Broach Harvey Jr. John Broach Harvey Jr. known to many as “Prince” passed away Monday, August 22nd, 2022, at the age of 82. John was a native of Marion, Ms. and lived in the family house there for the entirety of his life. His parents were John Broach Harvey, Sr. and Hazel Denton Harvey. John attended Meridian High...

Charles Roberts

Charles Roberts

Aug 20, 2022

A graveside service for Charles Edward Roberts will be held Wednesday, August 24, 2022, 1:00 p.m. at the Mississippi Veterans Memorial Cemetery. Visitation will be held Tuesday, August 23, 2022, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-Downtown.

Mr. Roberts, 76, of Meridian, passed away Saturday, August 20th at his residence.

Charles was a...

William Brown

William Brown

Aug 18, 2022

Funeral services for Coach Billy Brown will be held Monday, August 22nd at DeKalb Baptist Church. Visitation will be held at the church from 9 am to 11 am. Rev. James Ruffin will be officiating the service, followed by burial at Center Ridge Baptist Cemetery. Webb & Stephens Funeral Home of DeKalb is in charge of arrangements.

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Horace Boswell Sr.

Horace Boswell Sr.

Aug 16, 2022

Horace Sidney Boswell Sr., 82 of Meridian, MS passed away at home on August 16, 2022. He enjoyed Bluegrass Gospel music, and  playing his upright bass. Horace was an avid outdoorsman and animal lover. Enjoyed coon hunting and breeding Blue Heeler dogs, and was a Master Mason. He proudly served in the United States Air Force, and retired from Lockheed Martin....

Jo Bullock

Jo Bullock

Aug 14, 2022

Jo Nell Pigott Bullock was born September 20, 1934. She graduated from Ponta High School in 1952. Jo was employed by Rush Medical Group for 59 years. She was a member of St. Patricks’ Catholic Church and was active in many areas of the church.

Survivors include one son, Richard “Dickie” Bullock and wife Rita Johnson Forbes...

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