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.
John Thomas Ross
Nov 20, 2024
John Thomas Ross, 91, of De Kalb, passed away at his home in the early morning hours of Wednesday, November 20, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones.
John Thomas was born to Josh Sanders and Geneva (Merrell) Ross on May 22, 1933, at their home in Kemper County. Being born during the Great Depression, he was brought...
Carolyn Janell Harris
Nov 20, 2024
Carolyn Janell Harris, 80, of Meridian, passed away in the early morning hours of Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at Poplar Springs Nursing Center.
Janell was born to Clarence A. and Nellie A. (Robinson) Lee on June 30, 1944, in Meridian. She served as secretary for the Soulé Company for many years prior to her running the Marion Thrift...
Bonnie Vivian Estes Dean
Nov 13, 2024
Bonnie Vivian Estes Dean, 82, of Little Rock, passed away at her home the morning of Wednesday, November 13, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
Bonnie will be remembered as being a loving wife, stepmother, grandmother, and a very special aunt. She was good judge of character and definitely one of a kind. Bonnie worked at Maywebb...
Charles Lewis Byram
Nov 11, 2024
Charles Lewis Byram, 82, of Carthage, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Monday, November 11, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.
Charles was born to Bro. Lewis Edward and Callie Lavae’ (Jones) Byram on November 29, 1941, in Union, MS. After suffering a stroke in 2011 and regaining his health, he moved into his...
Pamela "Pam" Leigh Swearingen Alexander
Nov 9, 2024
Services for Pamela Leigh Swearingen Alexander will be held Thursday, November 14, 2024, 11:00 a.m., at Geiger Methodist Church in Emelle, AL with Bro. Wilson Kendrick officiating. Interment will follow at Pinecrest Cemetery in DeKalb, MS. Webb & Stephens Funeral Homes are honored to be entrusted with arrangements.
Mrs. Alexander, 66, of Scooba, passed away Saturday, November 9, 2024, at John...
Lloyd Dewayne Bowden
Nov 9, 2024
Lloyd Dewayne Bowden, 76, of Meridian, passed away peacefully at his home on the morning of Saturday, November 9, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.
Lloyd was born to Preston James and Nannie Mae (McCann) Bowden on December 20, 1947, at their home on Crescent Lake Road in Meridian. He will be remembered as being a loving father,...
Jerry Edward Jordan
Nov 1, 2024
Funeral services for Jerry Jordan will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-North, with Rev. Cheryl Farr officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens.
Jerry Jordan, age 78, of Collinsville, entered peacefully into Heaven on November 1, 2024.
A beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. Jerry was...
Benjamin Lawson Harper
Oct 30, 2024
Benjamin Lawson Harper, 37, of Meridian, passed away unexpectedly the evening of Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at his home.
Lawson was born to Benjamin Cameron Harper, Sr. and Joyce Gale (Rodgers) Harper on January 30, 1987, in Meridian.
He is survived by his father, Ben Harper, Sr.; his sisters, Tina Lynn Walley (Michael) and Debra Lee...
Mary Ethel Mayo
Oct 30, 2024
Mary Ethel Mayo, 89, of Meridian, passed away on the evening of Wednesday, October 30, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
The world has lost a woman with a fiery spirit and loving heart. Our mother has transitioned peacefully to her Heavenly home in true Steel Magnolia style.
Mary was born on July 10, 1935, to...
Ruth Beemon Williamson
Oct 23, 2024
Mrs. Ruth Beemon Williamson, 106, of Little Rock, MS, passed away in the early morning hours of Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at J G Alexander Nursing Center of Union.
Ruth was born to Thad I. Beemon and Naomi Ruth (Williamson) Beemon on July 27, 1918, at their home in Little Rock. She was a 1937 graduate of...
Barbara Jacinda "Cindy" Doolittle
Oct 22, 2024
A Memorial service for Barbara Jacinda "Cindy" Doolittle will be held Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 12:00 pm at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home - North, with visitation one hour prior.
Mrs. Doolittle, 60, of Enterprise, passed away Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at her residence.
Cindy enjoyed fishing with her husband and tending to her flower gardens. She was known for...
Janet Marie Stephens
Oct 22, 2024
Janet Marie Stephens, 74, of Chunky, passed away in the early morning hours of Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at her home.
Janet was born to Millard and Jeanne Gruber on August 10, 1950, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She married the love of her life, Gregory W. Stephens, on October 10, 1968. Together, she and Greg enjoyed motorcycling...
Ruby Grace Gordon
Oct 19, 2024
Ruby Grace Hendley Gordon went to be with the Lord on October 19, 2024, at the age of 95.
Ruby was born to John Albert Hendley, Sr. and Ruby (Lee) Hendley on February 2, 1929, in Yantley, Alabama. She loved the Lord, her family, her friends, her flowers, and hard work. She was a woman of great...
Linda Jewel Livingston Neese
Oct 17, 2024
Ms. Linda Jewel Livingston Neese, 77, of Collinsville, passed away Thursday, October 17, 2024, at Ochsner Rush Health. A graveside service will be held at a later date.
Linda worked for many years at BellSouth as a dispatcher. During that time she made lifelong friends among the Telephone Pioneers. She enjoyed cooking for her colleagues, for her church, and always for...
Helen Alexander Pruitt
Oct 14, 2024
Helen Alexander Pruitt, 89, of Collinsville, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, October 14, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
Helen was born to Joseph Calvin “JC” and Georgia Pearl (Davidson) Alexander on October 4, 1935, at their home in Newton County. On April 27, 1952, joined by a couple of close friends, Helen married...
James Michael Poole
Oct 12, 2024
James Michael Poole, 61, of Saltillo, passed away on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo.
Michael was born to James C. and Eunice I. Poole on June 21, 1963, in Meridian, MS. Michael was known for always being a jokester and loved to make people smile. After graduating high school, Michael focused on...
Joyce Fanning
Oct 1, 2024
Joyce Fanning, 93, of Meridian, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at her home surrounded by her loved ones.
Joyce was born to Henry E. Adams and Nettie C. (Partridge) Adams on July 1, 1931, at their home in Meridian. After high school, Joyce attended college and received her LPN certification. She began her career...
Sadie Carolyn Tucker Scott
Sep 30, 2024
Services for Carolyn Tucker Scott will be held Friday, October 4, 2024, 2:00 p.m. at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-North with Rev. Dusty Webb officiating. Interment will follow at Magnolia Cemetery.
Webb & Stephens Funeral Homes are honored to be entrusted with arrangements.
Mrs. Scott, 99, of Meridian, passed away Monday, September 30, 2024, at Baptist Anderson’s Hospital.
Carolyn was a former employee...
Martha Maxine Puckett
Sep 29, 2024
Martha Maxine Puckett, née Hairston, 87, of Scooba, MS, passed away Sunday, September 29, 2024 in Daphne, AL. Maxine was born April 3, 1937 in Scooba, MS to James Love Hairston and Agnes Elizabeth Hairston. She attended Artesia-Mayhew High School, where she graduated as Valedictorian in 1955. She received her Associate’s Degree from Gulf Coast Community College in 1975, the...
Norris Ray Coats
Sep 26, 2024
Norris Ray Coats, 63, of Meridian, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, September 26, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones.
Ray was born to Charles Delmas and Linda Frances (Cumberland) Coats on August 3, 1961, in Philadelphia, MS. Ray was a service station attendant for many years until starting his own towing company, Ray...
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