Webb & Stephens Funeral Homes

11/24/2025

Betsy Ann Garrett

Betsy Ann Garrett, 86, of Meridian, passed away peacefully the afternoon of Saturday, November 22, 2025, at Poplar Springs Nursing Center.

Betsy was born to Clyde and Abbie (Culpepper) Harrison on August 1, 1939, in Montgomery, Alabama. Betsy married the love of her life, James “Jimmie” Thomas Garrett, Jr., and they were happily married for 54 years when Jimmie passed away in 2009.

Known as “Nanny” by most, she loved children, and they loved her. She was employed at Northeast Lauderdale Schools for 16 years and loved being recognized by students who had gone there. She loved attending their baseball and soccer games no matter how hot or cold the weather was. Nanny also loved to cook for others. It did her so much good for people to come and eat at her house. She was known for her spaghetti and her wonderful cornbread dressing.

Nanny was, above all else, a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Her family was her world and she enjoyed every moment spent with them. Nanny left a sweet message to her family: “Most of all, I want my children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren to know that next to God, I love them the most”. Nanny will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Those left to cherish her memory are her sons, James T. “Jimmy” Garrett, III (Frances), John Phillip Garrett (Amy), Ben Clayton “Clay” Garrett (Jena), and Charles Scott Garrett (Alexa); her brothers, Dr. Clyde Harrison Jr. and Dr. Gene Harrison; five grandchildren, Sterling Garrett (Keith), Phillip Garrett (Bethany), Jacob Garrett, Chelsea Garrett, Colby Garrett; five great grandchildren, Will Garrett, Tyson Garrett, Tucker Garrett, Travis Garrett, and Luna Garrett; along with a host of nieces and nephews and beloved friends.

Betsy was preceded in death by her parents, Clyde and Abbie Harrison; her husband, Jimmie Garrett; brother, Charles Harrison; sister, Edna Hollingsworth; and her grandson, Hunter Garrett.

Visitation for Nanny will be held on Wednesday, November 26th from 10:00-11:00 am, at Webb & Stephens Funeral Homes-North. Funeral Services will follow in the chapel with Bro. Matthew Hall officiating the services. Nanny will be laid to rest next to her beloved Jimmie in Magnolia Cemetery.

Serving as Pallbearers for Nanny's service will be Lamar King, Keith Garrett, Hunter Pearsel, Dan Brown, Garrett Wright, Eddie Entrekin, Jimmy Thompson, and Tommy Ainsworth.

The family would like to thank the staff and nurses of Poplar Springs Nursing Center for their kindness and loving care they gave to Nanny while she was there.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests for donations to be made in Nanny’s honor to Andrew Chapel Church or to your favorite charity of choice.

The staff of Webb & Stephens Funeral Homes-North is grateful for the opportunity to honor Nanny’s life and memory and to serve her loving family during this time.

Andrew Chapel Church 9203 Hillview Drive, Meridian, MS 39305

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11/21/2025

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11/19/2025

Ruby Earnestine Stanley

Ruby Earnestine Stanley, 87, of Meridian, passed away peacefully on the evening of Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at The Preserve of Meridian.

Ruby, lovingly known as “Teenie” to her family and friends, was born on February 11, 1938, in Clarke County, MS to Earnest “Honey” Alonzo and Ruby Edith (Long) Shirley. Teenie loved her Lord and her church family of Mt. Zion Baptist Church, where she was a lifetime member. She enjoyed traveling, bible studies, and gospel sings. Teenie was also a Master Gardner, who could grow just about anything and did! She was also a great collector of many cookbooks and kitchen utensils, of which, her family lovingly remembers, she never used! Teenie loved and was loved by everyone who knew her, and she will be deeply missed.

Teenie was preceded in death by her parents, Earnest and Ruby Shirley; her brother, Stanley Shirley; and her sisters, Peggy Bolen and Kathy Luke.

Those left to cherish her memory are her brother, Wayne Shirley and his wife, Sherry; brother-in-law, Verdell Luke; her stepchildren, Scott Stanley (Delaine), David Stanley (Margaret), and Angi Tynes (Scott); a host of beloved nieces and nephews; her very dear friends, Opal Bush and Myra Tew; along with many precious step-grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Visitation for Teenie will be held on Friday, November 21st, from 1:00-2:00 pm at Webb & Stephens Funeral Homes-North. Graveside Services will follow in the Mt. Zion Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Brad Sliger officiating the services.

Serving as Pallbearers for Teenie’s service will be Jeff Tingle, Kevin Shirley, Stephen Shirley, Luke Tingle, Cole Shirley, and Tom Boswell.

The family would like to thank the staff and nurses at The Preserve for taking such loving care of Teenie while she was there. Their kindness and compassion will not soon be forgotten.

The staff of Webb & Stephens Funeral Homes-North is grateful for the opportunity to honor Teenie’s life and memory and to serve her loving family during this time.

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11/11/2025

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11/04/2025

Faye Carol Dennis Poe

A private graveside service will be held for Faye Carol Dennis Poe, age 90, who passed away peacefully at her home in Meridian on October 27, 2025.

Faye was born on August 11, 1935, in Meridian, MS to Russell Dennis and Helen VanDevender Dennis. Faye was widowed at the young age of 30 and spent her life working hard and providing a wonderful life for her three children. The majority of her career she spent working for Kemp, Springer, & Associates as well as Carter Engineering in Meridian. She also worked at night at Stephens Funeral Home as the visitation hostess for many years. After her retirement, she returned to work at Highland Baptist Child Development Center where she worked well into her 80’s and was known and loved by many children and families. She was a faithful member of Highland Baptist Church all of her life, having taught ladies Sunday School for many years as well as serving in other various capacities until her health no longer permitted her to do so.

Faye was the beloved matriarch of her immediate and extended family. She was always the life of the party and provided those around her with stories and memories that will be shared for years to come. In her spare time, she was an avid reader, enjoyed working in her yard, and loved a good road trip!

Faye is survived by her children, Jesselyn Harper of Meridian, Jim Poe (Deanna) of Fairhope, AL, and Joey Poe (Mary) of Meridian; a sister, Russelyn Keyes of Meridian; grandchildren, Daniel Harper (Melissa) of Gulfport, Erin Miller (Chad) of Hattiesburg, Tyler Harper (Jaimee) of Meridian, Garth Poe (Rachel), Madison Poe of Chattanooga, TN, Joel Poe (Mary Katherine) of Fairhope, AL, Colton Poe (Angela) of Flowood, MS, and Jason Poe of Meridian; niece, Sandra Dennis of Meridian, nephews, Randy Sharman (Gina) of Meridian and Rusty Sharman (Lisa) of Helena, AL; great-grandchildren, Hayden Harper, Erin Leigh Harper, Harper Anne Miller, Charlee Kate Miller, Luke Harper, Charlotte Poe and Carter Poe, along with several step-grandchildren and great-nieces.

Faye was preceded in death by her husband, James D. “Jimmy” Poe and her parents, Russell and Helen Dennis.

The staff of Webb & Stephens Funeral Homes-North is grateful for the opportunity to honor Faye’s life and memory and to serve her loving family during this time.

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11/04/2025

Margaret Carol Rigdon

Margaret Carol Rigdon, 78, of Collinsville, passed away peacefully at her home on the evening of Sunday, November 2, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.

Carol will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, daughter, grandmother, and friend. She loved God and wanted everyone she loved to know God as well. She was a long-time and devoted member of Duffee Church of Christ of Little Rock. She was known to have a generous and giving heart, helping anyone in need.

Carol worked for many years with the Mental Health Associations locally, but most recently, she enjoyed being a homemaker and caregiver to her mother and aunt. Although she had her own health issues, she was always attentive to the needs of everyone around her. She truly believed love and patience conquers all. Her absence will be deeply felt by all who knew and loved her.

Those left to cherish her memory are her beloved husband of 60 years, Odis Wayne Rigdon; daughter, Stephanie LeAnne Motes (Steven); mother, Mary Thelma Talbert; sister, Shirley Raley (Stan); grandchildren, Sarah Thomas (Jonathan), Adam Motes, and Preston Tomberlin; along with two great grandchildren, Charlie and Silas Thomas; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Carol was preceded in death by her father, William Everett Talbert; son, Christopher Wayne Rigdon; sister, Mary Ann Pickard; father and mother-in-law, Odis Edward and Mildred Laudine Rigdon; aunt, Johnnie Reid; and brother-in-law, Donald Lee Rigdon.

Visitation for Carol will be held on Wednesday, November 5th, from 10-11:00 am at Webb & Stephens Funeral Homes-North. Funeral Services will begin in the chapel at 11:00 am with Bro. Irven Skinner and Bro. John Skinner officiating the services. Burial will take place in the Friendship Cemetery in Little Rock.

Serving as pallbearers for Carol’s service will be Steven Motes, Adam Motes, Jonathan Thomas, Bruce Akin, Dennis Rigdon, and Preston Tomberlin.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests for memorials to be made in Carol’s honor to the India Mission at the Duffee Church of Christ or to your favorite charity of choice.

The family would like to specially thank the staff and nurses of Compassus Hospice for their dedication and loving care of Carol while she was in their care. Their kindness to Carol and her family will not soon be forgotten.

The staff of Webb & Stephens Funeral Homes-North is grateful for the opportunity to honor Carol’s life and memory and to serve her loving family during this time.

Duffee Church of Christ 11782 Hwy 494, Little Rock, MS 39337

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11/04/2025

Margaret Carol Rigdon

Margaret Carol Rigdon, 78, of Collinsville, passed away peacefully at her home on the evening of Sunday, November 2, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.

Carol will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, daughter, grandmother, and friend. She loved God and wanted everyone she loved to know God as well. She was a long-time and devoted member of Duffee Church of Christ of Little Rock. She was known to have a generous and giving heart, helping anyone in need.

Carol worked for many years with the Mental Health Associations locally, but most recently, she enjoyed being a homemaker and caregiver to her mother and aunt. Although she had her own health issues, she was always attentive to the needs of everyone around her. She truly believed love and patience conquers all. Her absence will be deeply felt by all who knew and loved her.

Those left to cherish her memory are her beloved husband of 60 years, Odis Wayne Rigdon; daughter, Stephanie LeAnne Motes (Steven); mother, Mary Thelma Talbert; sister, Shirley Raley (Stan); grandchildren, Sarah Thomas (Jonathan), Adam Motes, and Preston Tomberlin; along with two great grandchildren, Charlie and Silas Thomas; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Carol was preceded in death by her father, William Everett Talbert; son, Christopher Wayne Rigdon; sister, Mary Ann Pickard; father and mother-in-law, Odis Edward and Mildred Laudine Rigdon; aunt, Johnnie Reid; and brother-in-law, Donald Lee Rigdon.

Visitation for Carol will be held on Wednesday, November 5th, from 10-11:00 am at Webb & Stephens Funeral Homes-North. Funeral Services will begin in the chapel at 11:00 am with Bro. Irven Skinner and Bro. John Skinner officiating the services. Burial will take place in the Friendship Cemetery in Little Rock.

Serving as pallbearers for Carol’s service will be Steven Motes, Adam Motes, Jonathan Thomas, Bruce Akin, Dennis Rigdon, and Preston Tomberlin.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests for memorials to be made in Carol’s honor to the India Mission at the Duffee Church of Christ or to your favorite charity of choice.

The family would like to specially thank the staff and nurses of Compassus Hospice for their dedication and loving care of Carol while she was in their care. Their kindness to Carol and her family will not soon be forgotten.

The staff of Webb & Stephens Funeral Homes-North is grateful for the opportunity to honor Carol’s life and memory and to serve her loving family during this time.

Duffee Church of Christ 11782 Hwy 494, Little Rock, MS 39337

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10/22/2025

Nina Kay Nemeth

Ninah Kay Nemeth, 58, of Collinsville, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on October 20, 2025, at Poplar Springs Nursing Center. She was born on April 2, 1967, to James Arthur Todd and Betty Mosley Todd.

Ninah was the Store Manager of Goco’s Convenience Store, where she served her community with kindness and dedication for fifteen years. She was known for her warm heart, her love of cooking, and the joy she found in gathering with family and friends. A few of her favorite dishes-Jambalaya, bacon, and steak-were always made with love and will forever remind family of her special touch.

Ninah loved the outdoors, cherished time with her loved ones, and was a devoted mother to her sons, James Brian Nemeth, Jr. and Sean Michael Nemeth. She was also a beloved aunt who deeply loved her nieces and nephews. Her family will remember her unwavering love, gentle humor, and generous heart.

She was a proud Louisiana native and an avid LSU Tiges fan-forever cheering “Geaux Tigers!” no matter the season.

Ninah is survived by her sons, James Brian Nemeth, Jr. and Sean Michael Nemeth; her niece, Angel Hales (Ross); her mother-in-law, Lola Nemeth; her former husband, James Brian Nemeth, Sr.; her grandchildren, Easton Terrell, Hayes Terrell, and Katherine Hales; her mother, Betty Mosley Todd; her siblings, Gayle Todd McGuire (Jimmy), Patricia Todd, James Todd, and Bradley Baker; her nephews, Levi McGuire (Madison) and Trey McGuire; along with numerous other nieces, nephews, and extended family members who loved her dearly.

She is preceded in death by her father, James Arthur Todd; her father-in-law, James Nemeth, and her uncle Rodney Mosley.

Ninah will be deeply missed but forever remembered for her love, laughter and the many lives she touched.

In lieu of flowers, per the family’s request, donations can be made to Webb & Stephens Funeral Home on her behalf.

The staff of Webb & Stephens Funeral Homes-North is grateful for the opportunity to honor Ninah’s life and memory and to serve her loving family during this time.

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10/06/2025

Jean Ann Boling Wagner

Jean Ann Wagner, 71, of Lauderdale, MS, passed away in the early hours of October 4, 2025, after an extensive battle with cancer.

She was a beloved wife, mother, and nurse.

Jean was a resident of Dalewood Lakes, which was her happy place. She was a long-time surgical RN for Ochsner Rush Hospital for over 25 years. She enjoyed watching the birds and wildlife at her home in Dalewood. She also spent many, many weekends in Gulf Shores, AL, her 2nd happy place. Jean was married to Joel F. Wagner III for 38 years and the two of them enjoyed many building, painting, and remodeling projects during those years. However, there is nothing Jean loved more than her “puppy angels”, Lucy, Satchie, and Sadie.

Survivors include her husband, Joel F. Wagner III; daughters, Sarah Boling Simoneau (William) and Leslie Boling Adamson (Jake); stepson, Joel F. Wagner IV (Kimberly); stepdaughter, Amy Wagner Langlois; sisters, Danna Adkins (Tullos) and Sherry Williams; and 11 grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her infant son, Thomas Hatten Boling; and mother, Bobbie J. Graham.

The family would like to thank Harper’s Hospice for their incredible care and attention given to Jean at the end of her life.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date.

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10/04/2025

Sara Ann Lee Gibson

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 Buddy shared a ministry known as Sara Gibson Ministries which provided support to many programs both locally and around the world.

Sara had a weekly television program called Sara Gibson Proclaims. She did monthly regional bible teaching meetings. She had a big heart for Africa and worked tirelessly to develop and support an orphanage in Kenya called The Joy Center.

Sara loved her ministry, reading the bible, watching old movies, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She had a huge, generous heart and loved giving presents. You had to be careful complimenting her things because she would try to give them to you.

She is survived by her loving husband, Everett “Buddy” Gibson; children, Melanie Roberts (Larry) and Bryant Gibson (Tammy); grandchildren, John Mills (Jessica), Tyler Gibson (Hillary), Katie Ivy (Joel), Sarah Taddia (Donald), and Austin Mills (Chelsea); great grandchildren, Eli, Weston, Wyatt, Aeris, Arwen, and Ezra; sister, Sandra Harper (Ronnie); nieces, Angela Forrest (Brian II) and Lisa Lee Triplett (Matt); and great nieces and nephews, Brian III, Elijah, Micheal, and Tripp.

A celebration of Sara’s life will be held Monday, October 6, 2025, 2:00 p.m., at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-North with Rev. M.R. Reagan officiating.

Visitation will be held 30 minutes prior to service time at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to The Joy Center Orphanage, P.O. Box 27 Philadelphia, MS 39350 or scanning the Venmo QR code located at the top of the obituary page.

“Well done good and faithful servant.” Matthew 25:23

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10/04/2025

We're thrilled to be a part of the St. Joseph Health Fair today! Come by for family fun, games, music, amazing food, and of course stop by our booth to enter our raffle!

09/29/2025

CONGRATULATIONS to our incredible director Amanda Carney for placing second as 2025 Readers' Choice Best Funeral Director in The Meridian Star! You deserve this recognition, and we are proud of all the work you do!