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.
Sara Ann Lee Gibson
Oct 3, 2025
Sara Lee Gibson, 84, of Meridian, MS passed away peacefully on October 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Sara was born in Sunflower County, MS to B.B. and Lucille Lee on July 31, 1941.
In 1959, she married the love of her life, Buddy Gibson, and together they built a beautiful life centered on God, family, and serving others.
Sara and...
Carolyn Jean Edwards Smith
Oct 2, 2025
Services for Carolyn Jean Edwards Smith will be held Sunday, October 5, 2025, 3:00 p.m., at Bay Springs Baptist Church in Porterville, MS with Bro. Mark Newell officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Webb & Stephens Funeral Homes are honored to be entrusted with arrangements.
Mrs. Smith, 73, of Porterville, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at...
Charles Ted Dixon, Sr.
Sep 28, 2025
Charles Ted Dixon, Sr., 97, of DeKalb, passed away peacefully at his home on the afternoon of Sunday, September 28, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones.
Ted was born to Charles Lyerly and Alma Gertrude (Trammell) Dixon on February 9, 1928, in Memphis, Tennessee. On December 22, 1948, Ted married the love of his life, Barbara Jean Smith, and they were...
Mary Sue Fairchild
Sep 25, 2025
Mary Sue Fairchild, 98, of Meridian, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on September 25th, 2025. She was born on October 29th, 1926, to Ernest “Rabbit” Daniels and Mary Etta Danner Rawson.
Mary Sue was a housewife for many years where she cooked many dishes, one of which she will especially be remembered for, her delicious dressing. She also enjoyed working in the...
Daisy Ola Leonard Tisdale
Sep 20, 2025
Services for Daisy Ola Leonard Tisdale will be held Wednesday, September 24, 2025, 1:00 p.m., at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-North with Bro. Chuck Overby officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens. Webb & Stephens Funeral Homes are honored to be entrusted with arrangements.
Mrs. Tisdale, 91, of Meridian, passed away Saturday, September 20, 2025, at her residence.
Daisy grew...
Jammie Ann Gibson Holliman
Sep 19, 2025
A memorial gathering for Jammie Ann Gibson Holliman will be held October 5, 2025, 5:00 p.m. at Magnolia Cemetery by the pond.
Mrs. Holliman, 42, of Meridian, passed away Friday, September 19, 2025, at her residence.
Jammie Ann was always the center of attention wherever she went. She was always laughing, giggling, and cracking jokes. She was up for any adventure that...
L. T. Slaughter
Sep 12, 2025
“Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!” – Philippians 4:4
L. T. Slaughter, 93, of Meridian, passed away peacefully on September 12, 2025, at James T. Champion Nursing Facility. As a long-time resident, his presence will be deeply missed by all the staff and nurses at James T. Champion.
L. T. will be laid to rest at 2:00...
Edna Slayton Page
Sep 12, 2025
Edna Slayton Page, age 100, of Collinsville, passed away peacefully during the evening hours of Friday, September 12, 2025, at The Oaks Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center.
Edna was born to Charles Andy Slayton and Alma McKeithen Slayton on May 28, 1925, at their home in Kemper County. Edna married the love of her life, Luther Ray Page, and they spent a...
Mary Louise "Weezer" Hines
Sep 11, 2025
Graveside services for Mary Louise Hines, affectionately known as “Weezer” by her family and friends, will be held on Monday, September 15, 2025, at 11:00 am at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens, with Bro. Roger Burke officiating the service. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at Webb & Stephens Funeral Homes-North.
Mary Louise “Weezer” Hines, 84, of Meridian,...
Norma Elaine Rose
Sep 8, 2025
Norma Elaine Shamburger Rose, 86, of Meridian, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2025. She was born on March 8, 1939, in Meridian, the beloved daughter of Cecil James Shamburger, Sr. and Lona Kay Smith Shamburger.
On August 31, 1962, Norma married the love of her life, Bobby J. “Buddy” Rose. Together they shared 62 wonderful years filled with devotion...
Merl "Pappy" Edwards
Sep 6, 2025
Services for Merl “Pappy” Edwards will be held Wednesday, September 10, 2025, 11:00 a.m. at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-DeKalb with Bro. Keith Lovett officiating. Interment will follow at the Edwards Family Cemetery.
Mr. Edwards, 84, of DeKalb, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at Rush Foundation Hospital.
Merl was a long-time resident of the Damascus Community where he lived...
Willie E. Spence
Sep 3, 2025
Willie E. Spence, age 89, passed away peacefully at his home in Bailey, Mississippi, on Wednesday, September 3, 2025. Born on December 21, 1935, to Eli Whitney Spence and Emma Welborn Spence, Willie was raised in the Suqualena community, where he learned the values of hard work, humility, and devotion that would define his life.
Willie served Active Duty in the...
Jean Smith Reynolds
Sep 3, 2025
A graveside service for Mrs. Jean Reynolds will be held Sunday, September 7, 2025, 2:00 p.m., at Frazier Grove Church of God Cemetery.
Tommie Jean “Granny” Reynolds, 92, of Bailey, MS, passed away peacefully on September 3 at Mississippi Care Center of Dekalb, MS.
Granny was one of a kind. One always knew where you stood with her…good or bad. Her family...
Marion "Kathleen" Munn
Sep 2, 2025
A graveside service for Marion “Kathleen” Munn will be held Friday, September 5, 2025, 2:00 p.m., at Magnolia Cemetery with Bro. Tony Chancelor officiating. Webb & Stephens Funeral Homes are honored to be entrusted with arrangements.
Mrs. Munn, 89, of Meridian, passed away Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at Baptist Anderson Hospital.
Kathleen was passionate about Jimmy Rogers and was a member of...
Samuel Joseph Fuller
Sep 2, 2025
Graveside services for Samuel Joseph Fuller will be held on Friday, September 5, 2025 at 2:30 p.m., at Salem Baptist Church Cemetery.
Mr. Fuller, 68, passed away on September 2nd. He fought through many hardships in life. Doctors told his family that he wouldn't live past the age of thirteen.
He is survived by his sisters, Jan Cade and Kay Reynolds; by...
Catherine Louise Joiner
Sep 1, 2025
Services for Catherine “Louise” Joiner will be held Friday, September 5, 2025, 10:00 a.m., at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-Downtown with Bro. Paul Raley officiating. Interment will follow at Springhill Church Cemetery. Webb & Stephens Funeral Homes are honored to be entrusted with arrangements.
Mrs. Joiner, 76, of Meridian, passed away Monday, September 1, 2025, at her residence.
Louise attended both New...
Mary Blanche Clay
Sep 1, 2025
Mary “Blanche” Clay, 92, of DeKalb, MS, passed away peacefully surrounded by her children and grandchildren on September 1, 2025.
Born in Stonewall, MS on October 4, 1932, to Edward and Avie (Gable) Evans, Blanche was the fourth of five little girls. Growing up in the Depression Era gave her the ability to make a lot out of very little which...
Bobbie Jean Harbour
Aug 30, 2025
Bobbie Jean Madison Harbour, 91, of DeKalb, MS passed away August 30, 2025, at Baptist Memorial Golden Triangle in Columbus, MS.
Bobbie was born to Laverne and Julia Madison on July 5, 1934, in Kemper County. She married the love of her life, John Lee Harbour, On July 7, 1952.
Bobbie was the proud owner of The Flower Shop in DeKalb, MS,...
Jessie Marie Fulton Bonner
Aug 28, 2025
Jessie Marie Fulton Bonner, age 78, of Meridian, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on February 2, 1947, in Brooksville, Mississippi, to the late Dick and Alwee Fulton.
Jessie grew up in Brooksville and cherished her family roots. She is survived by her sister, Mamie Brown, and her brother, Robert Fulton....
Jeanette M. Hagan
Aug 27, 2025
Jeanette M. Hagan, 90, of DeKalb, passed away in the early morning hours of Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at Ochsner Rush Foundation Hospital in Meridian.
Jeanette was born to Jasper D. and Annie Inez Perkins Massey on October 11, 1934, at home in Kemper County. She married the love of her life, Norman Wallace Hagan, on July 2, 1955. Shortly after they were...
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