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.

Ronnie Allen

Ronnie Allen

Apr 13, 2022

Ronnie Allen passed away April 13th, 2022, at the age of 63.

Ronnie enjoyed doing daily devotionals, talking on the phone with family members, going to services at Calvary Baptist Church and watching church services on TV. He also enjoyed playing pool and doing anything he could for his dear mother Jewel Allen.

He is...

Mary Nelson

Mary Nelson

Apr 6, 2022

Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Nelson, 85, went to be with her Lord in the early morning hours of April 6, 2022. She will be buried at Bay Springs Baptist Church Cemetery, beside her husband, at a private family-only service. Webb & Stephens – Dekalb is handling her arrangements.

Mrs. Nelson was a retired Registered Nurse and she lived...

Ricky Madere

Ricky Madere

Apr 3, 2022

Ricky Joe Madere (Rick), 42 of Meridian, MS; born July 8, 1979 left this earth peacefully on April 3,2022 for his heavenly home. He was loved by  many, and a long time member of the Zero Community and Mt. Horeb Baptist Church.

Visitation will be Thursday April 7th, from 5:00-7:00 pm at Webb Stephens Funeral Home downtown Meridian; the...

Larry Shirley

Larry Shirley

Mar 28, 2022

An obituary is not available at this time for Larry Brent Shirley. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Isaiah Parry

Isaiah Parry

Mar 26, 2022

A memorial service for Isaiah Kaiden Parry, 5, will be held Tuesday, April 5, 2022, at 1:00pm, at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home – North, on Highway 39. Bro. Adam Sizemore will be officiating.

He is survived by his parents Kali Parry and Dennis Mikell; his 2 sisters Savannah and Olivia Mikell; his maternal grandparents Ronnie and...

Mary Joiner-Lee

Mary Joiner-Lee

Mar 24, 2022

Services for Mrs. Mary Joiner-Lee will be held on Monday, March 28, 2022 at 2 p.m., at Webb and Stephens Downtown Chapel with Bro. Chance Walley officiating.  Visitation will be held on Monday from 1 p.m. until service time at the funeral home.  Interment will be in Stonewall Cemetery.

Mrs. Mary passed from this life into the...

Sandra "Sissy" Gray

Sandra "Sissy" Gray

Mar 22, 2022

A memorial visitation for Sandra Kaye Gray will be held Friday, March 25, 2022, 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home Downtown. A graveside service will be held at a later date.

Ms. Gray, 55, of Meridian, passed away Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at her residence.

Sandra loved to travel and see new places....

Barbara Henson

Barbara Henson

Mar 18, 2022

Barbara Ann Henson was born November 17, 1934, in Meridian MS to Herman and Ruth Hitt. She entered the presence of her dear Savior the Lord Jesus Christ Friday March 18, 2022, having lived 87 years and four months. She is preceded in death by her parents, a sister Beverly Ruth, and her beloved husband Ralph Henson, who went to...

Rev. James Field

Rev. James Field

Mar 14, 2022

Services for Rev. James Gerald Field will be held Tuesday, March 22, 2022, 11:00 a.m. at Midway Baptist Church with Pastor Michael Bird officiating. Visitation will be from 9:00-11:00 a.m. prior to service at the church. Interment will be held Thursday, March 24th, 11:30 a.m. at the Mississippi Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Newton, MS. Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-Downtown...

George May

George May

Mar 11, 2022

George Clay May,  87, passed away Friday, March 11, at Select Specialty Hospital in Jackson, MS.

George retired from the US Air Force to Meridian, Mississippi and then began a second career with the US Postal Service. He was a long time member and former deacon of Faith Baptist Church.

Preceded in death by his...

Joyce Ray

Joyce Ray

Mar 10, 2022

Joyce M. Ray, 76 of Kingwood, TX passed away on March 10, 2022. She was the wife of Louis Ray.

They shared 26 years of marriage together.

Born in Meridian, MS on June 9, 1945. She was the daughter of Grady and Ruth Wilkerson.

Joyce is survived by husband Louis Ray of Kingwood,...

Shawna Lindley

Shawna Lindley

Mar 9, 2022

Shawna Denise Lindley is the daughter of Charles E. Lindley and Sherrie Lindley. She is survived by her mother Sherrie Lindley, sister Michelle Lindley, brother Jason Lindley (Britney), nephews Jackson M. Lindley (Apryl), Patrick Lindley, Eli Lindley, nieces Abbye Spangler (Nathan), Kaela Edmonds, great niece Sophia Lindley and great nephew Charle Jakoby Lindley, her aunt Lisa Baltzegar (George) and...

Richard Woods

Richard Woods

Mar 8, 2022

Richard Allen Woods of Meridian, MS went to be with the Lord on March 8, 2022 at age of 83. He was born January 21,1939 in Bristol, TN to Herbert J. Woods Sr., and Goldie Woods. Richard had 3 brothers preceding him in death- Herbert J. Woods Jr., Jack E. Woods, Bob W. Woods.

Surivors include his...

Virginia Gentry

Virginia Gentry

Mar 7, 2022

A visitation for Virginia Ann Gentry will be held Wednesday from 6pm to 8pm at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home, North location at 7774A Hwy 39 North, Meridian, MS. A visitation will be held at Roller-Citizen Funeral Home located at 508 East Plaza Street, West Helena, AR on Friday from 12pm to 1pm with a graveside service to follow...

Daniel Mcinnis

Daniel Mcinnis

Mar 5, 2022

Wayne McInnis was born in 1956, only child of Frankie and Daniel McInnis. His youth was spent working with his father at the family’s John Deer company and on the family’s farm. Wayne’s unyielding passion was playing the piano. He, from an early age, surrounded himself with music, a trait that endured throughout his life.  Through music, Wayne warmed...

Pauline Grace

Pauline Grace

Mar 2, 2022

Graveside services for Pauline Elizabeth Grace will be Friday, March 4, 2022, at 2:00pm, at Meridian Memorial Park Cemetery. Dr. Michael Bird and Dr. Keith Grubbs will be officiating.

Mrs. Grace, 100 years young, died peacefully, Wednesday morning, March 2, 2022, at Brookdale Assisted Living. She is survived by her daughters Faye Bateman (Mike) of Meridian and...

Mark Fisher Jr.

Mark Fisher Jr.

Mar 2, 2022

Funeral services for Mark Wayne Fisher Jr. will be Thursday, March 10, 2022, at 12:00 pm, in the chapel at Webb & Stephens – North, on Highway 39N. Visitation will be 11:00 to 12:00, at the funeral home. Burial will follow, with military honors, at the Mississippi Veterans Memorial Cemetery, in Newton, MS. Bishop Chuck Overby will be officiating....

Patsy Gressett

Patsy Gressett

Mar 2, 2022

Graveside services for Patsy Ruth Gressett will be held Monday at 10am in Blue Springs Cemetery. Rev. Robert Rowzee will be officiating. Webb & Stephens Funeral Home – North Location is honored to be entrusted with the arrangements.

Mrs. Gressett, 80, of Chunky, passed away at her residence on Wednesday. She was employed by Southern Pipe and...

Robert Wade

Robert Wade

Mar 1, 2022

Services for Robert Carter Wade, 77, will be Saturday, March 5, 2022, at Union Church on Firetower Road in Dekalb, at 1:30pm. Bro. Lee Whitt and Bro. Chris Gully will be officiating. Visitation will be Friday, March 4, 2022, from 5 to 8pm at the funeral home in Dekalb, and again from 1:00 to 1:30 Saturday, at the church....

Peggy Mann

Peggy Mann

Mar 1, 2022

A graveside service for Peggy Ann Mann will be held Thursday, March 3, 2022, 11:30 a.m. at Graham Cemetery with Rev. Ron Leonard officiating. Visitation will be held from 9:00-11:00 a.m. at Webb and Stephens Funeral Home-Downtown.

Peggy Mann, age 77, of Meridian passed away peacefully in her home on Tuesday, March 1, surrounded by her loving family....

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