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.
Charlotte Dale Pellegrine Edwards
Sep 1, 2023
Memorial services for Mrs. Charlotte Dele Pellegrine Edwards will be held at a later date.
Mrs. Edwards, 69, of Meridian, passed away at her residence on September 1, 2023.
She is survived by her husband of 49 years, William “Billy” Edwards Jr.; children, Latisha Edwards Grissett, Stephanie Edwards Perry (Ed), and Steven Edwards (Ashley); 11 grandchildren, 3 great...
Gerald "Jerry" Joseph Bouvier
Aug 30, 2023
Visitation for Jerry Bouvier will be held Wednesday, September 6, 2023, 10:00-11:00 a.m. at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-North with a graveside to follow at Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church Cemetery in DeKalb, MS with Bro. Josh Meadows officiating.
Mr. Bouvier, 83, of Quitman passed away August 30, 2023 at Diversicare of Quitman.
He will be remembered as a...
Henry Edward "Wadoo" Evans
Aug 30, 2023
Henry Edward "Wadoo" Evans passed away peacefully on August 30, 2023, in his hometown of Meridian. Pointing in the direction of heaven in his last days, Henry bids us farewell and now resides in his heavenly home. A Visitation for friends and family will be held at Webb & Stephens Funeral Homes Downtown, located at 2514 7th St, Meridian,...
Cleanthus Vandory "Van" Easterling
Aug 27, 2023
Funeral services for Van Easterling will be held Friday, September 1, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. at Grace Fellowship Baptist Church, with Bro. Alan Harrington officiating. Burial will follow at Old Marion Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. prior to service.
Mr. Easterling, age 81, of DeKalb, passed away August 27th, 2023.
Van was a longtime...
Brandy Todd
Aug 24, 2023
Brandy Lynn Todd, 44, of Meridian, MS went home to be with The Lord the morning of August 24, 2023 in the comfort of her own home. She fought a long and courageous battle before taking her rest.
Brandy was born in Meridian, MS on March 18, 1979 to Vernon & Debbie Todd. Brandy was a rebel. She...
Eldon Ray Little
Aug 22, 2023
Eldon Ray Little, 63, Passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2023, at Ochsner Rush Medical Center.
Eldon Little was a man with a big heart; he was a man of comedic soul, but most of all, he was a father—a father who spoke in character and laughter. Eldon cherished a good smile above many things in life, for he...
Rodney Todd Sr.
Aug 22, 2023
Rodney Douglas Todd Sr. passed away August 22nd 2023 in Meridian, Mississippi. Services will be held at Mt. Horeb Baptist Church Friday, August 25, 2023. Visitation will be from 9:00-10:00 am with a Funeral Service to follow at 10:00 am. Burial will take place at Mt. Horeb Baptist Church Cemetery. Pastors Nick Holden and Jim Hutchison will be officiating.
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Patricia Rush
Aug 21, 2023
Funeral services for Patricia Rush will be held Friday, August 25, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home – DeKalb, with Bro. Mike Sims and Bro. James Ruffin officiating. Burial will follow at Rush Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
Mrs. Rush, age 82, passed away August 21.
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Joy Melissa "Lisa" Stewart Lewis
Aug 19, 2023
Our beloved Joy Melissa Stewart, 44, of Meridian, was called home to our Lord on Saturday, August 19th after a short illness. She was born September 24, 1978 in Meridian to her devoted parents, Billy and Amelia Stewart. She married the love of her life, Charles (Chucky) on Dec 10, 2016 in a beautiful ceremony at the Meridian Train Station...
Carlene Chaney
Aug 19, 2023
Mrs. Carlene Chaney, 88, passed away at Laird Hospital, Union, MS on Saturday, August 19, 2023. Her visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 23 from 5-7 PM at Webb-Stephens, Union. Her funeral service will be Thursday, August 24 at 10:00 AM at Webb- Stephens with burial to follow at Beulah Baptist Church Cemetery. Bro. Glenn Scott will officiate.
Her...
Maudie Manie Newsome
Aug 17, 2023
A graveside service for Miss Maudie Manie Newsome will be held Wednesday, August 23, 2023, 2:00 p.m. at Oak Grove Baptist Church with Dr. Raymon Leake officiating. Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-Downtown is honored to be entrusted with arrangements.
Miss Newsome, 97, of Meridian, passed away Thursday, August 17, 2023 at Queen City Nursing Home.
Maudie was a lifelong...
Jean Carol Hayes
Aug 13, 2023
A graveside service for Mrs. Jean Carol Hayes will be held Friday, August 18th, 2023, 12:00 p.m. at The Mississippi Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Newton, MS with David Raddin officiating.
A memorial service will be held Saturday August 19th at 3:00 p.m. at The Waterford Independent Living Facility located at 619 Highland Colony Parkway Ridgeland, MS 39157 also with...
Vessie Thompson
Aug 7, 2023
Mrs. Vessie Thompson passed away in her home in Collinsville, Mississippi, Monday, August 7, 2023. A Visitation will be held Wednesday August 9th at Webb & Stephens North from 5-7 PM. Her Funeral Service will be Thursday August 10th at 1:00 PM at Webb & Stephens North. Burial will follow at County Line Cemetery.
Vessie was a retired LPN...
Barbara Thomas
Aug 7, 2023
Funeral Services for Barbara Ann Thomas will be held Friday, August 11th, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at Webb & Stephens North Funeral Home, with Interment to follow at Jones Chapel Church of God Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday, August 10th, 2023 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Webb & Stephens North Funeral Home.
Barbara Ann passed away on...
Jason Miles Foster
Aug 3, 2023
Jason Miles Foster, age 48, of Meridian, passed away August 3, 2023, of complications from exploratory surgery at Anderson Regional Medical Center in Meridian with his loving family at his side.
Miles was a native Meridianite and graduated from Meridian High School. He went on to complete his associates degree from east Mississippi Community College. Miles was an ardent fan...
Fred "Freddy" Rufus Gully Jr.
Aug 2, 2023
Services for Mr. Fred “Freddy” Rufus Gully Jr. will be held Friday, August 4, 2023, 10:00 a.m. at DeKalb Baptist Church with Bro. James Ruffin and Bro. Chris Gully officiating. Interment will follow at New Hope Methodist Church Cemetery. Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-DeKalb is honored to be entrusted with arrangements.
Mr. Gully, 75, of DeKalb, passed away Wednesday,...
Travis Roberts
Aug 1, 2023
Memorial services for Travis Roberts will be held Sunday, August 13, 2023, at 2:00 pm at Hudson Chapel Church of God in Union, MS, with Bro. Carl Roberts officiating.
Mr. Roberts, age 71, of Union, passed away at his home on August 1, 2023.
Travis is survived by his daughter, Michelle Perrone; grandsons, Michael Blake, Jordan Dean, Garret Avery and...
Betty Jane Long
Jul 29, 2023
Funeral Services for Betty Jane Long will be held on Saturday August 5, 2023 at Jones Memorial Presbyterian Church beginning at 11:00 A.M. with Allan Wade “Preacher” Singletary officiating. A Visitation will be held prior from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Interment will be at Hickory Grove Cemetery, Lauderdale. Webb & Stephens Downtown has been entrusted with her Services.
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