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.
Ella Calhoun
Jun 15, 2016
Ella Lea Mosby Calhoun, 74, died peacefully at her home on Wednesday, June 15, 2016, following a long battle with Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia. She is survived by her husband and love of her life of 53 years, Shelton Ward Calhoun, Jr.; her children Ward, III (Connie) and John (Daphne) Calhoun; her beloved grandchildren Ashlie Dial (Skeeter), Drew (Abby), Caroline,...
Deborah Boswell
Jun 12, 2016
Mrs. Deborah "Kaye" Boswell Mrs. Deborah "Kaye" Boswell passed from this life into the next on Sunday, June 12, 2016 at her home surrounded by loved ones. Kaye was a people person in every way. She never met a stranger and enjoyed just being around people. She enjoyed dancing and all types of music. She had a "Green Thumb",...
Lanny Beckham Jr.
Jun 11, 2016
Lanny Ross "Buddy" Beckham Jr. Services for Mr. Lanny "Buddy" Beckham Jr. will be held on Friday, June 24, 2016 at 10:00 am at graveside with Bro. Keith Tankersley officiating. Burial will be Forest Lawn Cemetery. James F. Webb Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Lanny is survived by his Father, Lanny Beckham Sr. (Carolyn); Mother, Glenda Cassin;...
Velma Booth
Jun 9, 2016
Funeral service for Velma Katherine Newbill Booth, 91, will be Friday, June 17, 2016 at Trinity Presbyterian Church, Meridian Mississippi at 2:00 P.M. with the Reverend Mark Flynn officiating with burial to follow at Magnolia Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12:30 to 2:00 prior to the service. Mrs. Booth passed away Thursday, June 9, 2016 at her residence. Mrs....
Ethelyn Vincent
Jun 9, 2016
Ethelyn "Lynn" Vincent A celebration of life ceremony for Mrs. Ethelyn Lynn Vincent was held on Saturday, June 11, 2016, 11:00 a.m., at James F. Webb Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Lewis May officiating. Visitation was from 10 - 11 a.m. Mrs. Vincent, 83, passed from this life to the next on June 9, 2016 at Regency Hospital in...
Joyce Daniels
Jun 7, 2016
Joyce L. Daniels Services for Joyce L. Daniels will be held Saturday at 3pm at Webb Chapel with Bro. Richard Williams officiating. Burial will be in Pleasant Hill UMC Cemetery in Zero with James F. Webb Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Mrs. Daniels, 69, of Meridian, died Tuesday, June 7, 2016 at Anderson Hospital. She was a loving...
James Bunyard
Jun 5, 2016
Mr. James W. Bunyard Services for Mr. James W. Bunyard will be held on Wednesday, June 8, 2016 at James F. Webb Funeral Home Chapel at 11:00 am with Rev. Mike Vick officiating. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 7, 2016 at the funeral home from 5-7pm. Interment will be in Hebron Baptist Church Cemetery. Mr. Bunyard, 74,...
Donald Poetker
Jun 2, 2016
Donald Jean Poetker Memorial services for Donald Jean Poetker will be held Thursday at 10am at Episcopal Church of The Mediator with Pastor Steve Owen officiating. Mr. Poetker, 88, of Meridian, died Thursday, June 2, 2016 at his residence. He was in the United States Marine Corps and retired from the U.S. Air Force. He also taught psychology at...
Deloris Watkins
May 30, 2016
DeLoris Baucum Watkins, 88, went to be with her Lord and Savior on May 30, 2016. She was a member of Highland Baptist Church for over 64 years and enjoyed working with the five year olds in Sunday School until her husband suffered health problems and she became his caregiver. Born June 10, 1927, she was raised in the...
Willie Kimbrell
May 19, 2016
Services for Willie Oscar Kimbrell will be held Monday, May 23, 2016 at 1:00 pm at Mississippi Veterans Cemetery with Bro. Virgil Walters and Bro. Gary Davis officiating. Visitation will be Monday, May 23, 2016 10:00 am-12:00 pm at James F. Webb Funeral Home. Mr. Kimbrell, 73, of Meridian, MS passed away Thursday evening. He is survived by his...
Doris Fields
May 17, 2016
Doris Hood Fields Doris Hood Fields was handed over to Jesus by her children at the age of 72 in her home surrounded by peace and music on Tuesday, May 17, 2016. A celebration of her life will be hosted by her loving church family at Midway Baptist Church Thursday, May 19 at 1:00 PM with Dr. Michael Bird...
George Boles
May 14, 2016
George Gary Boles Services for George Gary Boles will be held Saturday at 2:00 pm at Webb Chapel with Bro. Dennis Coats officiating. Burial will be in Bucatunna Cemetery in Snell, MS. Mr. Boles, 68, of Myrtlewood, Alabama, passed away Saturday, May 14, 2016 at Anderson Hospital. He was born July 12, 1947, to the late Luther Boles and...
Carl Culpepper
May 12, 2016
Services for Carl Culpepper will be Saturday, May 14, 2016 at 2:00 at Evangel Temple Church. Visitation will be Saturday at 1:00 at Evangel Temple Church. Interment will be at Pine Grove Cemetery. Mr. Carl Roy "Rusty" Culpepper, 82, died Thursday, May 12, 2016 at the Select Specialty hospital in Jackson after complications from a stroke. Mr. Culpepper was...
Barbara Pickard
May 11, 2016
Barbara "June" Pickard Services for Mrs. Barbara Pickard will be held on Friday, May 13, 2016 at 11:00 am at graveside with Rev. Bob Ramsey officiating. Burial will be in Graham Cemetery. James F. Webb Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Mrs. Pickard, 70, of Meridian, passed away on May 11, 2016 at Specialty Hospital. She is survived...
Sylvia Sellers
May 8, 2016
Graveside Services for Mrs. Sylvia Watson Sellers will be Friday May 13, 2016 at 11:00 am at Meridian Memorial Park, with Mrs. Becky Smith officiating. Mrs. Sellers, 82, died May 8, 2016 at Anderson Regional Medical Center. She is survived by her children, Cheryl Tyvoll, Vickie Peek and Steven Watson; Grandchildren Michele Whitten, Lee Molpus, Stacy Clark, Russ Moore,...
Bobby Martin
May 8, 2016
Mr. Bobby Ray "B.R." Martin Funeral services for Mr. Bobby Ray Martin will be held Wednesday, May 11, 2016 at 11:00 am, at Webb Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Albert McMullen officiating. Visitation will be from 10 - until service time on Wednesday. Interment will be held at Oak Grove Bonita Baptist Church Cemetery. Mr. Martin, 78, of Meridian,...
Grace Moak
Apr 29, 2016
Grace Luke Moak Services for Grace Luke Moak will be held Wednesday at 1:00 pm at Webb Chapel with Rev. Ray Houser officiating. Burial will be in Meridian Memorial Park Cemetery with James F. Webb Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Mrs. Moak, 91, of Meridian, passed away Friday, April 29, 2016. She was an active member of Parkview...
James Widener
Apr 28, 2016
James F. Widener Graveside Services for Mr. James F. (Ted) Widener will be held Saturday, May 7, 2016, at 11:00 AM, at Kewanee Cemetery with Rev. Mike McKee officiating. Webb Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Mr. Widener, 79, of Henderson, NV, formerly of Meridian, MS, died peacefully at St. Rose De Lima Hospital in Henderson, NV....
James Tucker
Apr 25, 2016
Mr. James William Tucker Funeral services for Mr. James W. Tucker will be held today, April 26, 2016 at 1:30 pm, at Webb Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Tommy Jones officiating. Visitation will be from 12 - 1:30 pm. Interment will be held at Hebron Baptist Church Cemetery. Mr. Tucker, 77, of Meridian, passed away on April 25, 2016...
Sarah Hughley
Apr 24, 2016
Sarah Brett Hughley Memorial services for Sarah Brett Hughley will be held Saturday at 2pm at Webb Funeral Home with Pastor Steve Owen officiating. Mrs. Hughley, 36, of Indianapolis, formerly of Meridian, died Sunday, April 24, 2016 in Indianapolis, Indiana. She was loved by all and will be greatly missed by her family and friends. She is survived by...
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