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.
Donnie Wright
May 30, 2024
Services for Mr. Donnie Wright will be held Saturday, June 8, 2024, 10:00 a.m. at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-DeKalb with Pastor Russel Lee officiating. Interment will follow at Chamberlain Cemetery-East.
Mr. Wright, 71, of DeKalb, passed away Thursday, May 30, 2024, at Ochsner Rush Hospital in Meridian.
Donnie attended Salem Baptist Church and loved his church family. He enjoyed the outdoors,...
Mary Winner Dudley
May 30, 2024
Services for Mrs. Mary Winner Dudley will be held Monday, June 3, 2024, 1:00 p.m. at DeKalb Presbyterian Church with Rev. Dr. William Yount officiating. Interment will follow at Pinecrest Cemetery with immediate family attending.
Mrs. Dudley, 85, of DeKalb, passed away Thursday, May 30, 2024, at Noxubee General Hospital in Macon, MS.
Mary attended DeKalb Elementary and graduated from DeKalb High...
Barry Merl Smith
May 29, 2024
Barry Merl Smith, 62, of Collinsville, Mississippi, passed away the afternoon of Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at Baptist Anderson Hospital in Meridian.
Barry was born to Doyle and Martha (Johnson) Smith on September 18, 1961, in Chicago, Illinois. He loved fishing and playing golf. One of his greatest pleasures was helping coach his grandson’s baseball team. All...
Tina Ann Hall
May 29, 2024
On May 29, 2024, the world lost a light with the passing of Tina Ann Hall. Born January 17, 1959 in DeKalb, Mississippi. A Memorial Gathering to celebrate Tina's life will begin at 10:00 AM on June 1, 2024, at Lynville Methodist Church located at 120 Kellis Store Rd, Preston, Mississippi. Tina was a fun-loving and good-hearted soul who loved fishing...
Gayle Dearman
May 29, 2024
Connie Gayle Dearman, born to Robert Boles and Arlene Felts Boles, has peacefully passed away May 29, 2024. She was preceded in death by her beloved parents.
Gayle is survived by her devoted husband of 57 years, Steve Dearman of Enterprise, who stood by her side through thick and thin. She leaves behind her son, Phillip Dearman of Newton, and her...
Bennett Lee Hawn
May 23, 2024
The family of Bennett Lee Hawn will receive friends Wednesday, May 29, 2024, from 5:00pm until 8:00pm at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home North. Funeral services will begin at 2:00pm on Thursday, May 30, 2024, at Russell Christian Academy Worship Center with Brother David Holifield and Coach Matt Lewis officiating. The family will also receive friends from 12:00pm...
Carmen Dawn Brace
May 22, 2024
Carmen Dawn Brace, 60, of De Kalb, passed away the afternoon of May 22, 2024, at Ochsner Stennis Hospital.
Dawn was born to William A. and Bobbie (Waddell) Brace on December 12, 1963, in Munich, Germany. She will be remembered as a loving mother and grandmother, and an extremely generous person with a heart of gold. She...
Johnnie Mae Watkins
May 16, 2024
Johnnie Mae Watkins, 85, of Meridian, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, May 16, 2024.
She was born to Johnnie C. and Essie Mae (Cato) Dearman on November 28, 1938, in Lauderdale County. Johnnie retired from nursing after 35 plus years, serving many years as Dr. Wade’s nurse at Rush Medical...
Linda Joyce Bullock
May 13, 2024
Linda Joyce Bullock, 78, of Meridian, passed away at Ochsner Rush Medical Center on Monday, May 13, 2024.
She was born to Robert D. and May Belle (Tubbs) Swallow in Lawton, Oklahoma, on June 2, 1945. Linda will be remembered as a strong woman, and a wonderful and loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother by her devoted family....
Robert "Buddy" Rasberry
May 11, 2024
Robert Lewis “Buddy” Rasberry, 83, of Meridian, Mississippi, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by “his girls” on May 11, 2024. He was proceeded in death by his wife of 61 years, Dorothy Rae Rasberry.
Also proceeding him in death are his parents, Mason and Warrene Rasberry and brother Jerry Rasberry.
He leaves behind three children: Vicki Jensen of Meridian, Mississippi, Lisa...
Roy Scruggs Garrett
May 9, 2024
Roy Scruggs Garrett, 93, of Meridian, Mississippi, passed away in the evening hours of Thursday, May 9, 2024, at Trend Health and Rehab.
Roy was born to Eugene and Fredonia Garrett on January 28, 1931, in Lauderdale County. Roy enlisted in the United States Army at the young age of 17. While serving, he was stationed on...
Walden Douglas Mahan
May 9, 2024
Walden Douglas “Doug” Mahan, 80, passed away peacefully at his residence the afternoon of May 9, 2024, in Meridian, Mississippi.
Doug was born to Walden “Tot” and Dorothy (Townsend) Mahan on August 2, 1943, in Lovington, New Mexico. He was a graduate of Eastern New Mexico University in Portales, New Mexico. Spending most of his life in...
Vicki Diane Evans
May 8, 2024
Services for Vicki Diane Evans will be held Saturday, May 11, 2024, 10:00 a.m. at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-North with Bro. Paul Raley officiating. Interment will follow at Springhill Congregational Methodist Church Cemetery.
Ms. Evans, 71, of Meridian, passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at Ochsner Rush Hospital.
Vicki was a member of Christian Fellowship Church where she enjoyed spending time...
Nina Joyce Southward
May 6, 2024
Nina Joyce Southward, 79, passed peacefully the early morning hours of May 6, 2024, at Anderson Regional Medical Center.
Joyce was born to Hartsell Edward and Helen Agnes (Minor) Kyle in Meridian, Mississippi on April 2, 1945. She will be remembered as a sweet loving mother, sister and a true Southern lady. Joyce was a wonderful homemaker, famous...
Dorothy Rae Rasberry
May 5, 2024
Funeral Services for Mrs. Dorothy Rae Rasberry, 80, of Meridian, Mississippi will be held on the morning of May 8, 2024 at 11 o’clock. The service will be held graveside at Hebron Baptist Church in Meridian, Mississippi.
Mrs. Dorothy raised her girls (and helped with a few others) in Collins, Mississippi and was an active member of the Cold Springs Baptist...
Tommy Miller
May 4, 2024
Tommy Lynn Miller passed away May 4, 2024. A Graveside Service was held privately on May 7, 2024 at Magnolia Cemetery, Meridian, Mississippi.I lieu of flowers, please donate to Central Baptist Church, 2511 C Street, Meridian, MS 39301.
Karen Annette Hayes
May 3, 2024
Karen Annette Hayes, 60, of Meridian, Mississippi, passed away at her home on Friday, May 3, 2024.
She was born in Meridian to Tol and Geraldine (Perkins)Hayes on January 10, 1964. Karen will be remembered for the love of her “poochies”, the joy of her favorite music, classic rock, and her favorite television channel, the Lifetime Channel.
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Mary Jean Dillard
Apr 27, 2024
Mary Jean Dillard a native of Montgomery, AL and resident of Collinsville, MS died peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Saturday April 27, 2024. Mary was born to Ernest Oliver (“E.O”) and Mary Sue Bullard on January 20, 1944.
Mary cared for others and was a loving daughter, sister, wife mother, and grandmother. She was known for her witty...
Dr. Myung "Chee" Won Kim
Apr 25, 2024
Services for Dr. Myung Won Kim, also known as Dr. Chee Won Kim, will be held Saturday, May 11, 2024 with Mass beginning at 10:00 a.m. at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church with Father Augustine Palimattam officiating. Services will continue at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-North with visitation taking place from 1:00-3:00 p.m. followed by a 3:00 p.m. graveside service at...
William "Bill" Edwin Voelz Jr.
Apr 25, 2024
Mr. Voelz, 76, of Meridian, passed away Thursday, April 25, 2024 at Ochsner Rush Hospital.
Bill was born in Hattiesburg, MS to William Voelz Sr. and Lydia Voelz. He graduated from Hattiesburg High School in 1966. He was employed with MDOT and worked as a security guard at the MS Welcome Center in Toomsuba. He worked at Sara Lee Bakery for...
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