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 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
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
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.
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
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...
Hazel Wilkins
Aug 12, 2022
Hazel Marie Wilkins
Hazel, age 93, passed away on August 12, 2022, at Poplar Springs Nursing Center. She was born August 28, 1928 in Stonewall, MS.
Hazel is survived by her children, David Wilkins, Brenda Wilkins and Billie (B.J.) Beech; seven grandchildren; six great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.
She was preceded in...
Larry Hughes
Aug 9, 2022
A Celebration of Life service for Larry Dale Hughes will be Saturday, August 13, 2022, at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home – North. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service, at the funeral home. Mr. Hughes, 64, died peacefully at home, surrounded by family, Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
Mr. Hughes is survived by his wife...
Arthur Nester
Aug 9, 2022
Arthur McRae Nester born September 15,1939, died August 9,2022.
Visitation will be at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home, in DeKalb, MS Friday, August 12, 2022, from 5 pm till 8 pm. Graveside services will be held Saturday, August 13, 2022, at 10:00 am at Union Hill Church Cemetery, with Bro. Chester Carlisle officiating. He was a member...
John Walker
Aug 8, 2022
John, often known as "Johnny" grew up in Meridian, MS, the son of Wilma and Lanier Walker. He attended Meridian High School and served his country in the Air Force, at home and overseas, before returning to Meridian to begin his career. John was a professional photographer who worked for The Meridian Star. He enjoyed the outdoors and was...
Walter Walker
Aug 8, 2022
Known to some as W.W., Walt, or Grandpa Walter, he was loved by his neighbors, friends, and family. Walter grew up in Meridian, MS, the son of Wilma and Lanier Walker. He attended Meridian High School, Mississippi State University, and Indiana University. His professional life led him to Indianapolis, IN. He worked in state government and was also...
Billie Jo Sodoma
Aug 4, 2022
Public visitation for Mrs. Billie Jo Sodoma will be held Friday, August 5, 2022, 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Webb & Stephens-North.
Our dearest beloved mother Billie Jo Sodoma sadly passed away August 4, 2022, at the age of 80. She was a wonderful, dedicated mother who put so much of her time, energy, pride, and effort into her...
Dr. Antonio Santillano
Aug 2, 2022
A memorial service for Dr. Antonio Santillano will be held at a later date.
Antonio Borromeo Santillano, 89, of Meridian, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2022, surrounded by family. He was born to parents Pomposo R. and Restituta B. Santillano on September 13, 1932, in Leyte, Philippines. He received his medical degree from the University...
William Owens
Aug 1, 2022
William "Sonny" Walter Owens, 83 of Meridian, MS passed away August 1, 2022. Visitation will be Friday, August 5 from 9-11:00 AM at Webb-Stephens Funeral Home downtown, Meridian. Service will begin at 11:00 in the chapel. Pastor Joe Anderson will be officiating, friends and family are welcome to attend.
William is survived by his son, James Daniel...
Jerry Crenshaw
Jul 26, 2022
Graveside services for Jerry Lewis Crenshaw will be Friday, July 29, 2022, at 10:00 am, at Magnolia Cemetery. Dr. Scott Crenshaw will be officiating. Mr. Crenshaw died Tuesday, July 26, 2022, at Diversicare of Meridian. Webb & Stephens Funeral Home – North has been entrusted with his care.
Mr. Crenshaw was employed by the Coca-Cola Company for over...
Hazel Terry
Jul 26, 2022
Hazel Evelyn Terry
Hazel, age 95, died Tuesday, July 26, 2022, at Queen City Nursing Center, Meridian. Before a recent illness sent her to the hospital, she had been living with her sister, Eloise. She was very mentally alert and engaging for her age. A major stroke suffered while in the hospital changed all that. She is...
Esther Wilson
Jul 25, 2022
Funeral services for Esther Watkins Wilson, will be Sunday, July 31, 2022, at 2:00pm, at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home in Dekalb, MS. Interment will follow at Spring Hill UMC cemetery. Visitation will be from 12 to 2pm at the funeral home. Bro. George Warner will be officiating. Mrs. Wilson, 95, died Monday, July 25, 2022, at Winston County...
Raymond Hinson
Jul 25, 2022
Graveside services for Mr. Raymond Ray Hinson will be held Thursday at 11 am at Shady Grove Church of God cemetery. Bro. Scott Harrell will be officiating. The staff of Webb & Stephens Funeral Home – North are honored to serve the family during this difficult time.
Mr. Hinson, 91, of Meridian, passed away at his residence...
Margie Gentry
Jul 25, 2022
Our angel, Margie Mae Sciple Gentry, age 91, surrounded by her family was called home on Monday, July 25th, 2022, and is now in the arms of our Heavenly Father. She was born January 9, 1931, in Gholson, MS, at Sciple Mill – a beautiful place where she enjoyed growing up with her siblings.
Margie was a...
Gerald Mckinney
Jul 25, 2022
A graveside service for Mr. Gerald Edward McKinney will be held Friday, July 29, 2022, 11:00 a.m. at Old Marion Cemetery with Bro. Mike McKee officiating. Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-Downtown is honored to be trusted with arrangements.
Mr. McKinney, 71, of West Point, passed away July 25, 2022, at his residence.
Gerald attended Meridian...
Charles Runyon Iii
Jul 24, 2022
Graveside services for Charles David Runyon III, will be Wednesday, July 27, 2022, at 11:00 am, at Brown-Pine Forest Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9 to 10 am at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home – North. Mr. Runyon died Sunday, July 24, 2022, at his home in Chunky.
Charles was a retired truck driver. He loved fishing...
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