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.

Charles "Charlie" Higginbotham

Charles "Charlie" Higginbotham

Jul 21, 2020

A private graveside service will be held for Baby Charles “Charlie” Daniel Higginbotham.

Charlie went to be with his heavenly father July 21st at University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson.

He is survived by his parents, Ricky and Stephanie Higginbotham; siblings, Ricky Jr., Nicholas, Clay, Ty, Waylon, and Dakota; grandmother, Joyce Higginbotham; and several...

Gladys Robinson

Gladys Robinson

Jul 17, 2020

Services for Gladys Robinson of Meridian MS will be held July 21, 2020 at NorthPark church with Pastor Ben Stears officiating. Visitation will be from 10:00 to 12:00pm with service to follow at 12:00. Interment to follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Highway 39 North. James Webb funereal home is in charge of arrangements.

Mrs Robinson passed quietly...

Dawson Teague

Dawson Teague

Jul 11, 2020

Graveside services for Dawson Wade Teague will be held Wednesday, July 22nd, 2:45 p.m., at Bucatunna Baptist Church Cemetery.

Dawson, 3 months, of Daleville, went to be with his heavenly father Saturday, July 11th.

Visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. at James F. Webb Funeral Home.

Sam Gagliano

Sam Gagliano

Jul 11, 2020

Graveside services for Mr. Sam J. Gagliano will be held Saturday, July 18th at 1:30 pm at Magnolia Cemetery in Meridian.  Dr. Danny Lanier will be officiating. Stephens Funeral Home is in charge of his arrangements.

Mr. Gagliano, 99, of Meridian, formerly of Violet, LA and New Orleans passed away Saturday at his residence.

He...

Joseph Caskey

Joseph Caskey

Jul 10, 2020

Joseph Patrick “Joe Pat” Caskey went to meet his heavenly Father on Friday, July 10, 2020 at the age of 85. Joe Pat was born at home on November 23, 1934 to Alice Daly Caskey and Robert Newton Caskey in Meridian, Mississippi. He graduated from St. Aloysius Academy and received his degree in accounting from MSU in 1957. His...

Shelton Calhoun Jr.

Shelton Calhoun Jr.

Jul 10, 2020

Shelton Ward Calhoun, Jr., 82, died peacefully at Anderson Regional Medical Center, Friday, July 10, 2020, due to complications following heart surgery.

He is survived by his sons, Ward, III (Connie) and John (Daphne); his grandchildren Ashlie Dial (Skeeter), Drew (Abby), Caroline, Cameron, Greyson, and Walker Calhoun; and his great-grandchildren, Cade and Landrye Hopkins, and Mac Calhoun,...

Christopher Gressett

Christopher Gressett

Jul 9, 2020

A private memorial service for Christopher Todd Gressett, 49, will be held later. Mr. Gressett died Thursday, July 9, 2020. Stephens Funeral Home has been entrusted with his arrangements. Mr. Gressett is survived by his father Terry Gressett of Raymond, MS; his mother Melba LeJeune of Brandon, MS; a sister Terra Alexander (Craig) of Brandon, MS; a niece Taylor...

Frances Boswell

Frances Boswell

Jul 9, 2020

Graveside services for Mrs. Frances Boswell will be held on Monday, July 13, 2020 at Magnolia Cemetery, at 9:30 a.m. with Rev. Jack White officiating.

Mrs. Boswell, 81, of Livingston, passed away on July 9, 2020 at her home. She was an occupational therapist. She loved to collect Barbi dolls, plates, and other various items. In her...

Richard Hamilton

Richard Hamilton

Jul 8, 2020

A memorial service for Mr. Richard Clay Hamilton will be held at a later date.

Mr. Hamilton, 64, of Meridian, passed away at his residence.

Opal Arthur

Opal Arthur

Jul 6, 2020

Graveside services for Mrs. Opal Arthur will held on Wednesday, July 8, 2020, at 11 a.m., at Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church in Rose Hill, MS with Bro. Phillip Marshall officiating.

Mrs. Arthur, 97, passed away on Monday, July 6, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loved ones. She enjoyed  taking care of her children and grandchildren....

James Brand

James Brand

Jul 5, 2020

Graveside services for James Michael Brand will be held Wednesday, July 8,2020, at 11 a.m. at Chunky Cemetery in Chunky, Mississippi.

James Michael Brand, 51, of Meridian, Mississippi died Sunday July 5, 2020 at Anderson Regional Hospital where he was transported to after a fatal automobile accident. He attended Lamar high school and served 3 years in...

Margaret Baker

Margaret Baker

Jul 5, 2020

Margaret Ann Baker, 78, of Meridian MS passed away at home on Sunday, July 5, 2020.  She was born to Thomas Clifton and Emma Virginia Eakes. Margaret was a medical technologist, accomplished seamstress, and owned and operated an upholstery business. Margaret was widowed in 2007 by her husband Bradford.  She was predeceased by her brother Glynn Eakes. She is...

Annie Clark

Annie Clark

Jul 4, 2020

Graveside services for Annie Kate Clark will be Friday, July 10, 2020, at 11:00 am, at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens. Stephens Funeral Home has been entrusted with her arrangements. Mrs. Clark, 90, died Saturday in Burleson, TX. She loved her flower gardens and was a devout Christian lady. She was married to her husband for 62 years, and they spent...

James Woodfin

James Woodfin

Jun 29, 2020

Graveside services for Mr. James Bennett “Jimmy” Woodfin will be held Thursday at 1:30 pm at Cedarlawn Cemetery in Scooba, MS. Rev. Chris Gully will officiate. Stephens Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Mr. Woodfin was born January 15, 1942 in Macon, MS. He graduated high school in 1960 playing football throughout high school, East...

Mary Angero

Mary Angero

Jun 29, 2020

Memorial services for Mrs. Mary Joyce Angero will be held at a later date with her loved one's in attendance.

Mary Joyce passed away on Monday, June 29, 2020 at The Blake in Flowood. She was known to her family as"Sister." She loved to play tennis and spend time with her family and friends.

She...

Herman "Pete" Denton

Herman "Pete" Denton

Jun 27, 2020

A graveside service for Mr. Herman “Pete” Denton will be held Monday, June 29th, 10:00 a.m., at Macedonia Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Jack O. Giles officiating.

Mr. Denton, 94, of Suqualena, passed away at Northpointe Health and Rehabilitation Center.

Pete graduated from Suqualena High School. Immediately after graduation, he went to the South Pacific...

Mildred Armstrong

Mildred Armstrong

Jun 25, 2020

Mildred T. Armstrong, 97, beloved Mother, was called to her eternal resting place on June 25, 2020 She entered this world on April 16, 1923 in Meridian, MS, born to Isom and Virgie Torrence. She is survived by her daughter Virginia Yow, wife of James Yow, grandsons James and Michael Borgard, and two great-grand children. Mildred loved her God...

Bonnie Prettyman

Bonnie Prettyman

Jun 25, 2020

A memorial service will be held at a later date for Mrs. Bonnie Prettyman. Barham Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Mrs. Prettyman, 84, of Newton, passed away Thursday at her residence. She was retired as a licensed vocational nurse and enjoyed many hobbies in her spare time. Some of those include sewing and quilting, in...

Harvey Ray

Harvey Ray

Jun 24, 2020

Harvey Ray was born in 1932 in Drew, Mississippi to Neal and Nettie Belle Ray. After graduating from high school, he attended Mississippi State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business and Industry and was a member of Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity. Harvey served his country honorably as a Captain in the US Air Force....

Gregory Evans

Gregory Evans

Jun 23, 2020

Greg Evans, 45 of Meridian, MS, died June 23, 2020 at Rush Foundation Hospital after a short battle with cancer.

He was born December 3. 1974 the son of Gary Evans and Peggy Raines Smith. Greg was a painter by trade but loved working with his hands and would do anything especially for his family and church....

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