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.
Jane Whitener
May 23, 2021
Jane Catherine Whitener, 86, passed away Sunday, May 23, 2021 at Rush Foundation Hospital in Meridian, MS. Services will be held Saturday, June 5, 2021 at 1:00 P.M. at Salem Baptist Church, 128 Kellis Store Loop Rd., Preston, MS 38354. Longtime family friend Neville Vandenburg will minister. Stephens Funeral Home is entrusted with her arrangements.
Jane was...
Ina Anderson
May 22, 2021
A Celebration of LIfe for Ina Louise Anderson will be June 12,2021, 11:00 am at Mt. Horeb Baptist Church. Bro. Jim Hutchinson will be officiating.
Mrs. Anderson, 72, of Zero Community, passed away Saturday, May 22, 2021 at her residence.
She is survived by her husband, Jerrell Anderson; children, Amelia Conner, Roy Conner Jr., Jeannie Conner, and Mark...
Charlotte Frasier
May 21, 2021
Charlotte Frasier, 98, beloved Mother, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother, was called to her eternal resting place on May 21, 2021. She was born March 9, 1923 to Robert Lee and Harriett Holifield in Meridian, MS.
She is survived by her son Bruce Frasier and his wife Vickie; Grandson, Justin Frasier; Granddaughters, Shelley Clark and Brittany Lambert; and five...
Frank Buckley
May 21, 2021
Frank Davis Buckley, 67, of Enterprise, Mississippi passed away on the morning of May 21, 2021 at Baptist Hospital, Jackson, Mississippi. He was born on October 21, 1953 to Walton "Sonny" and Margaret Buckley in Meridian, Mississippi, and is survived by his best friend, Kathy Moulds; his daughter, Ashly Buckley; his granddaughter, Kari Dyes; his mother, Margaret Buckley; brother,...
Julia Rush
May 18, 2021
Services for Mrs. Julia Rush will be held at James F. Webb Funeral Home on Friday, May 21st, at 10:00 a.m. Visitation will be from 9:00-10:00 a.m., followed by her burial at Magnolia Cemetery, with Rev. Ron Leonard of Jones Chapel Church of God officiating.
Mrs. Julia, 89, of the Clarkdale community, passed away on Tuesday, May...
Charlotte Litchfield
May 18, 2021
Services for Mrs. Charlotte Rose Litchfield will be held Saturday, May 22, 2021, 11:00 a.m. at Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church with Bro. Lannis Maye and Bro. Trevor Gore officiating. Burial will follow at the church cemetery. James F. Webb Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Mrs. Litchfield, 74, of the Clarkdale Community, passed away Tuesday, May...
Betty Jean Dawkins
May 18, 2021
Obituary for Betty Jean Cheatham Dawkins 12 September 1930 - 18 May 2021 Betty Jean Cheatham Dawkins passed peacefully in her sleep on 18 May 2021. She was 90 years old. Betty was born in Meridian on 12 September 1930 to Thomas Lipsey Cheatham, Jr., and Bertha Elizabeth Kitchens (née Strauss). She was pre-deceased by her parents, a sister...
Merita Jones
May 15, 2021
Merita Avera Jones, 79, of Shucktown, MS went home to be with the Lord on May 15, 2021. She was born November 17, 1941. She was a devoted employee, serving over 30 years at Southern Pipe Supply Company. She enjoyed time with family, friends, and extensive travel. She particularly loved time at the beach with her daughter, Darlene and...

John Steiner
May 12, 2021
John Steiner passed away on May 12, 2021. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.
Evelyn "Nanny" Fuller
May 12, 2021
Services for Evelyn Hurst Fuller will be held Sunday, May 16, 2020, 3:00 p.m. at Liberty Baptist Church with Bro. Jack Kern officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. James F. Webb Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Fuller, 95, of Meridian, passed away Wednesday, May 12, 2021 at her residence.
Affectionately...
Judith Nutt
May 6, 2021
A private graveside service for Ms. Judith Nutt was held Monday, May 17, 2021 at Meridian Memorial Park.
Bro. Tommy Miller officiated. Stephens Funeral Home was honored to handle the arrangements.
Ms. Nutt, 68, of Meridian, was a retired bank teller.
She enjoyed talking on the phone especially to her best friend Cathy....
Wonda Lewis
May 6, 2021
Services for Mrs. Wonda Lewis will be held on Monday, May 10, 2021, at 3:00 pm, at James F. Webb Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Douglas Manning officiating. Visitation will be Monday from 1 pm until service time. Mrs. Lewis, 74, of Quitman, passed away on Thursday, May 6, 2021 at her home surrounded by her loved ones. She...
Frances Gressett
Apr 25, 2021
Frances Mazell "Zell" Gressett, 87, went to her heavenly home Sunday, April 25, 2021. Her Graveside Service will be Wednesday, April 28, 2021 at Pleasant Ridge United Methodist Church Cemetery in Collinsville, at 11:00. Visitation will be Wednesday, April 28, 2021 from 9:30 to 10:30 at Stephens Funeral Home in Meridian. Reverend David Hopkins will be officiating. She is survived...
Jerry Moulds
Apr 24, 2021
Graveside services for Mr. Jerry Moulds will be held Friday at 2pm in Suqualena United Methodist Church cemetery. Rev. Randy Caldwell will be officiating. Stephens Funeral Home is honored to be in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Moulds, 68, of Collinsville, passed away Saturday at Rush Foundation Hospital. He retired from McDonald and Hill as a well driller....
Dr. Roland Follis
Apr 23, 2021
Roland Jack Follis, Ed. D.
After a nine-year battle with dementia, Dr. Roland Jack Follis passed away April 23, 2021, in Rush Hospital with family by his side.
In 1936, Roland Jack Follis was born to Rosemary and J T Follis in Texas. He was the second of their five children, and their oldest son....
James Whittington
Apr 23, 2021
Services for Mr. James "Jimmy' Whittington will be held on Sunday, April 25, 2021 at Church of Mediator, at 2 p.m. Interment will be in Magnolia Cemetery. James F. Webb Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Jimmy passed away peacefully on Friday, April 23, 2021 at Anderson's Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. He was...
Lucille Timms
Apr 21, 2021
Lucille VanScyoc Timms, 84, of Meridian, Mississippi passed away on Wednesday, April 21, 2021. She was born on April 17, 1937, in Mt Olivet, Ohio to the late Neil Thomas and Elizabeth Mae (Davis) VanScyoc.
Lucille was a retired legal secretary for HQ Defense Logistic Agency, Office of General Council, Alexandria, VA.
In addition to...
J.P. Dean
Apr 21, 2021
Graveside services for Mr. J.P. Dean will be held Thursday at 2pm at Stonewall Cemetery.
Mr. Dean, 94, formerly of Meridian, passed away at Jeff Anderson Regional Hospital - South Campus.
He was retired from Mitchell Distributing as a route salesman after 31 years.
He was a member of Stonewall United Methodist Church....
David Chatham
Apr 19, 2021
Mr. David Chatham, 73, passed away at Rush Foundation Hospital on Tuesday, April 20, 2021. Mr. Chatham, of Chunky, was retired from the Flintkote company. He graduated from Southeast High School. He enjoyed fishing and in his younger years loved to coon hunt.
He is survived by his son, David Michael Chatham (Brandy); Grandchildren, Parker Chatham, Tyler...
Maria Elena Muñoz-Sanchez
Apr 19, 2021
Maria Elena Muñoz Sanchez passed away April 19, 2021in Meridian, MS.
A country girl at heart, she loved talking and visiting with friends and family, especially her grandchildren. Always caring and compassionate, she tried to help those she could. Crafting was a passion for her of which crocheting was her favorite. Her faith was strong, and she...
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