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.
Billy Ray Laird
Jun 1, 2025
Visitation for Billy Ray Laird will be held on Friday, June 6, 2025, from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm at Webb & Stephens Funeral Homes-Union.
Funeral Services for Billy Ray Laird will be held on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at 12:00 pm at Hebron Missionary Baptist Church, with Bro. Gene Higginbotham, Bro. Roger Laird, and Bro. Harold Laird officiating the services.
Billy...
Dorothy Jean Garrett
Jun 1, 2025
Dorothy Jean Garrett, 80, of Meridian, passed away the afternoon of Sunday, June 1, 2025, at Ochsner Rush Hospital.
Jean was born to Coylee and Avis Colene (Edwards) Myers on September 20, 1944, in Meridian. Jean will be remembered as a wonderful and loving mother and grandmother. Jean married the love of her life, Lamar Alton Garrett, on March 4, 1963....
Richard Thomas Pryor
May 31, 2025
Richard Thomas Pryor shed his earthly vessel and entered into the presence of his Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ, on Saturday, May 31, 2025.
Mr. Pryor was born on June 11, 1942, in Meridian, Mississippi. He married Joyce Annette Shumate, and together had three children, Veronica Leigh (“Ronnye”), Richard Paul, and Debra Dawn (“Debbie”). He served in the Mississippi Air National...
Edward N. Stephens, Sr.
May 27, 2025
Edward N. “Lige” Stephens, Sr., 88 of Meridian, passed away the afternoon of Tuesday, May 27th, at Ochsner Rush Foundation Hospital.
Edward was born to Burton Alex and Tressie (Todd) Stephens on September 1, 1936, in Meridian. After high school, Edward attended the University of Southern Mississippi, graduating as a Certified Public Accountant in 1958. He married the love of his...
George Howard Creed
May 22, 2025
George Howard Creed, 53, passed away on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at his home in Porterville.
George was born to Berbon Ellis “Buddy” Creed, Jr and Alberta Alice “Peggy” (Rainer) Creed on August 14, 1971, in Kemper County. George will be remembered for the genuine kind soul that he was. He never met a stranger, would help anyone he could, and...
William Eugene Carlisle
May 17, 2025
William “Buster” Eugene Carlisle, age 76, of Gilbertown, Alabama, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2025, at Choctaw General Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer and numerous health complications. He was surrounded by his devoted family, who will continue to honor his memory by living life to the fullest—just as he would have wanted.
Buster was born on June 25,...
Kyle Murray
May 12, 2025
Funeral services for Kyle Murray will be held on Friday, May 16, 2025 at 10:30 a.m., at Stonewall Assembly of God Church with Bro. Ed Shoemaker and Bro. Jason Castle officiating. Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 15, 2025 from 5 - 8 p.m. at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home North and on Friday at the church from 9:30...
Lester Franklin Williams
May 12, 2025
Lester Franklin Williams, 81, of Chunky, Mississippi, passed away on May 12, 2025 at Brookdale in Meridian, Mississippi.
Born in Boston, Massachusetts on February 27, 1944, Lester attended Byram high school . Lester began his career as an electrician at Stuart Irby, thereafter he spent over 50 years as a master electrician owning Lester Electric and held the contract for UMC...
Gerald Lee Scarbrough
May 9, 2025
Gerald Lee Scarbrough, 61, of Little Rock, passed away peacefully on the afternoon of Friday, May 9th, at home with his wife by his side.
Gerald was born to Jackie Lee Scarbrough and Grace Elizabeth (Wright) Bennett on November 26, 1963, in Chunky. He will be remembered as a loving and devoted husband, son, father, grandfather, and friend. Gerald met the...
Willard H. Osborne
May 8, 2025
Willard H. Osborne, beloved father, grandfather, and proud veteran, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2025, at the age of 80.
Willard dedicated his life to serving his country and others. He spent 21 years in the United States Navy, serving with distinction and pride, and was honorably discharged after a career marked by commitment and integrity. After his military service,...
Bobby Darrell Hamburg
May 5, 2025
Bobby Darrell Hamburg, Sr., passed away in the early morning hours of Monday, May 5th, at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Bobby was born to Harold and Viva Mae (Dawkins) Hamburg on October 27, 1968, in Meridian. He will be remembered as a loving and devoted husband, father, father-in-law, and grandfather. Bobby was resilient in character and spirit, fighting...
Shirley Charlton Butts
May 1, 2025
Funeral services for Mrs. Shirley Butts will be held on Saturday, May 3,2025 at 11 a.m., at Cuba Baptist Church with Bro. Mike McKee officiating. Visitation will be at the church on Saturday from 10 a.m. until service time. Interment will be held in Toomsuba Baptist Church cemetery.
Mrs. Butts, 82, passed away on May 1, 2025 at Baptist Hospital in...
Jimmy Michael "Mike" Holmes
Apr 30, 2025
Jimmy Michael “Mike” Holmes of Meridian passed away peacefully the evening of Wednesday, April 30th at Baptist Anderson Hospital.
Mike was born to James “Jim” Norris Holmes and Clara Jean (Rutledge) Reese on October 31, 1957, in Meridian. He will be remembered as a loving and devoted family man. Family was the most important thing to him, and that also included...
Joyce L. Bond
Apr 28, 2025
Graveside service for Mrs. Joyce L Bond will be held on Monday, May 5, 2025 at 10:30a.m. at Magnolia Cemetery with Pastor Cheryl Farr officiating. Webb & Stephens Funeral Home Downtown is honored to assist the family.
Joyce, 91 of Meridian went home to the Lord on April 28, 2025. She was retired after 60 years of working in retail. She...
Vernon "Pee Wee" Floyd Brown
Apr 25, 2025
Vernon Floyd “Pee Wee” Brown, 97, of Enterprise, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Friday, April 25, 2025, in Foley, AL.
Vernon, known by most as Pee Wee, was born to Edward Washington and Susie Kate (Hyde) Brown on May 23, 1927, in Meridian, MS. He will be remembered as a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and...
Joseph Lee Newell
Apr 20, 2025
Joseph Lee Newell, 84, of DeKalb, Mississippi, passed away on April 20, 2025. He was born on July 3, 1940, at home in Kemper County to Tatum and Mildred (Hammack) Newell.
Joseph, fondly known as Joe, lived a full and hardworking life as a farmer, factory worker, mechanic, woodsman, and a proud member of the Mississippi Army National Guard. He was...
James Larry Jones
Apr 20, 2025
Services for Mr. James Larry Jones will be held Thursday, April 24, 2025, 12:00 p.m., at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-Downtown with Bro. Bruce Taylor officiating. Interment will follow at New Hope Baptist Church Cemetery. Webb & Stephens Funeral Homes are honored to be entrusted with arrangements.
Mr. Jones, 77, of Meridian, passed away Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025, at Ochsner...
Ricky Dale McGinty
Apr 19, 2025
Ricky Dale McGinty, 69, of Enterprise, passed away the evening of Saturday, April 19th, at Baptist Anderson Hospital surrounded by his loving family.
Ricky was born to Joe Mack and Geraldine (Hawk) McGinty on July 29, 1955, in Montgomery, Alabama. After high school, Ricky enlisted and dedicated most of his life to proudly serving in the United States Air Force. While...
Johnny Lee Oliver
Apr 10, 2025
Johnny Lee Oliver, 71, of Meridian, passed away peacefully on the evening of Thursday, April 10th, surrounded by his loving family.
Johnny was born to Lee Phabian and Rosa Lee (Sessions) Oliver on August 6, 1953, in Texas. He will be remembered as a loving and devoted father, grandfather, and friend. Johnny was a great Christian man, who had accepted the...
Deborah "Debbie" Rose Yochim Moore
Apr 9, 2025
Debbie Moore, the beloved sister and devoted caregiver to her pampered cats, passed away peacefully in her home on April 9th, following complications from congestive heart failure. Born on August 5, 1950, in Meridian, Debbie was the first child of Dorothy and A.R. Yochim.
Debbie was a quiet and reserved child who blossomed into a beautiful woman with a fondness for...
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