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.
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...
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...
Darthelia Butts "Dot" Hollingsworth
Apr 23, 2024
Funeral Services are scheduled at the First Baptist Church of Union on Monday, April 29, 2024, beginning at 11:00 am with burial to follow at the Union Cemetery. Visitation with the family, will be held on Sunday, April 28, 2024, from 2:00-4:00 pm at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home of Union.
Darthelia Butts “Dot” Hollingsworth left for...
Evelyn A. Moore
Apr 22, 2024
Evelyn A. Moore passed away on April 22, 2024 in DeKalb, Mississippi. She was born on October 26, 1930 in Neshoba County, Mississippi to William “Bilbo” Anthony and Bernice Anthony.
Evelyn is survived by her son Jimmy Dale Moore, daughter Patricia Moore Redd, grand-daughter Summer Redd Summers, great-grandchildren Makenzie, James, and Caroline Summers. Her sisters, Carolyn Copeland and Shirley (Jim) Buckley....
Mary Daws
Apr 16, 2024
Mary Daws, passed away on April 16, 2024, in DeKalb, Mississippi. She was born on May 13, 1937, in Porterville, Mississippi to Sam B. Hudnall, Sr. and Ora B. Hudnall.Mary is survived by her daughter Nancy Hancock (David), granddaughters Heather Moseley (Will) and Morgan Sorrels (Chip), as well as her great-grandchildren Charlton Sorrels, Brooke Sorrels, Mia Moseley, and Grayson Moseley.She...
Marion Lee Breckenridge
Apr 15, 2024
Services for Marion Lee Breckenridge will be held Thursday, April 18, 2024, 11:00 a.m. at Pleasant Springs Presbyterian Church with Rev. William Yount officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-DeKalb is honored to be trusted with arrangements.
Mr. Breckenridge, 76, of DeKalb, passed away Monday, April 15, 2024, At Baptist Anderson’s Hospital in Meridian after...
Doris Florette White
Apr 14, 2024
Doris Florette White, 93, of Newton, passed away peacefully at home the afternoon of Sunday, April 14, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones.
Doris was born to W. F. Brown and Mary Ellen (White) Brown on August 4, 1930, in Meridian, Mississippi.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Edward Earl White; daughter,...
John Clifton Kasper
Apr 13, 2024
John Clifton Kasper, 84, passed away peacefully in the evening hours of Saturday, April 13, 2024, at the Mississippi State Veterans Home in Kosciusko, Mississippi.
John was born on June 3, 1939, to the late Frank and Alice (Hendershott) Kasper in Shepherd, Michigan. He was the first-born of six children. After graduating from Shepherd High School...
Claudine P. Scruggs
Apr 12, 2024
Claudine Penny Scruggs, 100, passed away on April 12, 2024, at Heritage Oaks Memory Care home in Conroe, TX. She was born to James Frank and Hilda Turbville Penny on August 29, 1923, in Smith County, TX. She was the eldest girl in a family of 8 children.
She was a member of State Boulevard Baptist Church and later attended Oak...
Marjorie Janet Temple
Apr 7, 2024
Marjorie Janet Temple, 78, of Scooba, Mississippi, passed away the evening of April 7, 2024, at Ochsner Rush Hospital in Meridian, Mississippi.
Janet was born to Herbert George and Katherine Cornelia (Hallford) Temple at the old Kemper County Hospital in De Kalb on January 11, 1946. She was the eldest girl of the eight children Herbert and...
Ernest "Bud" Wilkes Baughman
Apr 5, 2024
Ernest “Bud” Wilkes Baughman, 82, of De Kalb, Mississippi, passed away peacefully the evening of Friday, April 5, 2024, at the Mississippi Care Center of De Kalb.
Bud was born to Elmer and Gladys (Clark) Baughman on May 26, 1941, in De Kalb, Mississippi. He was the baby of eight children, four boys and four girls. Bud...
Fred Judd Hinton
Apr 4, 2024
Obituary:Fred Judd Hinton, passed away on April 4, 2024, in Meridian, Mississippi. Born on February 2, 1955, in Decatur, Alabama, Fred lived a remarkable life filled with love and hard work.For five decades of his life, Fred worked on the pipeline all over the United States. His family took pride in his abilities as a "Jack of all Trades and...
Melissa Gail Chase
Apr 3, 2024
Melissa Gail Chase, 51, of Meridian, Mississippi passed away at her home the evening of Wednesday, April 3, 2024.
She was born to Wayne and Hazel (Fox) Lloyd on January 10, 1973, in Tennessee.
Melissa is survived by her sons, Jonathon and Noah Chase; daughter, Leigha Chase; and their father, John Chase.
She was preceded...
William James "Jamsie" Joiner
Apr 3, 2024
Services for William James “Jamsie” Joiner will be held Sunday, April 14, 2024, 1:00 p.m. at Old Kewanee Church (formerly Lauderdale Presbyterian Church) with Bro. Lester Ray Hopkins officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Carmel Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-North is honored to be entrusted with arrangements.
Mr. Joiner, 50, of Toomsuba, passed away Wednesday, April 3, 2024,...
Harvey Clifton Wright Sr.
Apr 3, 2024
Services for Harvey Clifton Wright Sr. will be held Saturday, April 13, 2024, 3:00 p.m. at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-North with Pastor David White officiating. Interment will follow at Damascus Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery in DeKalb, MS.
Harvey Clifton Wright Sr., affectionately known as "Daddy," "Pops," "Pawpaw," and "Buddy," peacefully passed away on April 3, 2024, surrounded by his...
Doris Elaine McKinney
Apr 3, 2024
With a heart full of sorrow yet gratitude for a life well-lived, we announce the passing of Doris McKinney on April 3, 2024, at the age of 79. Born on July 24, 1944, in Montgomery, AL, Doris's life journey came to a peaceful close in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida.
Doris Elaine Bergquist Hall McKinney was born July...
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