Robert Barham Family Funeral Home

Robert Barham Family Funeral Home We are Meridian's only local Barham family owned and operated independent funeral home. We have served the Meridian area for over 30 years. Bob Barham
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Bob and Sharon, Bill, and Bruce Barham along with Matthew Stokley, Robert Clint Walker, Kyle Pugh, Corbin Kill, Chad Casey, Angela Boles, Greer Goldman, Ben Rose, Scott Morgan, John Creekmore, Dr. John Temple, and Ralph Severance are ready to serve you.

Ronald "Ronnie" GardnerMr. Ronald Henry Gardner, age 71, of Meridian, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday, Jan...
01/10/2026

Ronald "Ronnie" Gardner

Mr. Ronald Henry Gardner, age 71, of Meridian, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday, January 5, 2026, at his residence. At this time, there are no services scheduled. Robert Barham Family Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the arrangements.

Ronnie was born on February 15, 1954, in Meridian, Mississippi, to the late Sula Mae and JC Gardner. He attended Meridian High School and graduated in 1972. He went on to study through the American College of Financial Services, receiving multiple designations in the insurance business. He had a long, successful career with New York Life, retiring after 41 years, mentoring many successful agents. In 1995, he married the love of his life, Debbie Neville Gardner. They spent over 30 blissful years together, traveling to many beautiful places all over the country in their camper. Ronnie was an exceptionally loving, kind, and giving man who loved his family fiercely.

He is survived by his loving wife, Debbie Gardner, sons, David (Elizabeth) and Robert; brothers, Donnie (Joan), Johnny (Sissy); siblings-in-law, Dean (Wanda), and Lisa (Rusty), uncle and namesake, HF Boswell, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Linda, and sister-in-law, Dixie (Tom).

The family would like to express their extreme gratitude to the wonderful nurses at Accent Care.

The family requests donations to the Northwest Florida State Community College Foundation, with the designation of the Dixie Ferguson Memorial Scholarship Fund.

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William Mark MartinPrivate graveside services for Mr. William Mark Martin will be held at a later date. The family will ...
01/09/2026

William Mark Martin

Private graveside services for Mr. William Mark Martin will be held at a later date. The family will receive guests on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 from 1:00 until 2:00 p.m. at Robert Barham Family Funeral Home. Robert Barham Family Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the arrangements.

Mr. Martin, age 68, of Meridian passed away on January 8, 2026 at his residence.

After graduating from Meridian High School, Mark attended the University of Mississippi. Following graduation from Ole Miss, he returned to Meridian and began a career in banking. He worked at several local banks and later attended the LSU Graduate School of Banking. During his banking career, he was active in various civic organizations including the Meridian Jaycees.

After leaving the banking industry, Mark began a second career buying and selling antiques and collectibles, a passion instilled in him by his father. In his spare time Mark enjoyed reading and absorbing new knowledge. He is remembered as frequently reading several books at once. He was a member of the Church of the Way where he faithfully attended.

He is survived by his sons, Dr. Brock Martin (Melissa) and Alex Martin (Blakely); grandchildren, Ferris Martin and Maci Manning; sister, Jo Ellen Martin; and numerous other family members and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Calvin Martin and Frances Joan Barber Martin Bartlett.

The family requests that memorial contributions in memory of Mr. Martin be made to Church of the Way at 7387 State Boulevard Extension, Meridian, MS 39305.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.robertbarhamffh.com.

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Larry NorrisGraveside services for Mr. Larry Norris will be held on a later date at Long Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.M...
01/08/2026

Larry Norris

Graveside services for Mr. Larry Norris will be held on a later date at Long Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.

Mr. Larry Lee Norris, age 76, of Meridian, MS, passed away Tuesday, January 6, 2026.

Larry was a wonderful husband, father, brother, and grandfather. He was a very talented carpenter in the Meridian area and had many friends that he met through his years in the construction industry.

Larry was an animal lover and was always willing to take in a stray.

He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Pamela Norris; children, Lori Divilbliss, Rebecca Cormier (Ryan), Jennifer Norris (Sam Wells), and Larry Norris; sister, Nancy Green (Harold); grandchildren, Austin Cormier, Joshua Divilbliss, Nicholas Divilbliss, Connor Wells, Carter Wells; 2 great-grandchildren, and many more extended family members.

He was preceded in death by his parents, David and Winnie Norris and his brother, David Norris Jr.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Robert Barham Family Funeral Home to help cover Larry's funeral expenses.

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Richard "Dickie" Davis, Sr.Funeral services for Mr. Richard "Dickie" Davis, Sr. will be held Saturday, January 10, 2026,...
01/08/2026

Richard "Dickie" Davis, Sr.

Funeral services for Mr. Richard "Dickie" Davis, Sr. will be held Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 2:30 PM at Bethany Baptist Church in Whynot, MS, with Rev. Tim Buchanan officiating. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM to 2:15 PM. Burial will follow at Bethany Baptist Church Cemetery.

Mr. Richard "Dickie" Allen Davis, Sr., 89, of Meridian, passed away Wednesday, January 7, 2026.

He was baptized June 1961 becoming a member of Bethany Baptist Church.

Mr. Davis will be remembered as an honest man. He was a devoted, loving husband, father, grandfather, great- grandfather, uncle, brother, and friend. He and his wife (Hilda Faye) took joy in providing a safe and welcoming place where their family and friends could gather.

Mr. Davis graduated from Dixie Highway High School. Following graduation from high school, he enlisted with Mississippi Air National Guard where he retired as Senior Master Sergeant after serving 33 years. He was employed as a Registered Land Surveyor and Draftsman with Associated Consultants.

Mr. Davis is survived by his wife of 68 years, Hilda Faye Reynolds Davis; children, Debbie Shirley (Ricky Roy), Donna Davis (William), Rick Davis (Sue); grandchildren, Robby Workman (Marla), Ellie Moore (Alan), Matt Davis (Stacey), Jennifer May (Scooter), Heather Myatt (Nathan), LeAnn Vick (Todd), Madison Campbell (Eric), John Robert Williamson (Mandi), Hannah Hoy (Jeffrey), Brittany Griesser (Morgan), Kimberly Corn (John), Jesse Ray Davis; great-grandchildren, Landon Davis, Makenna Workman, Will Moore, Maddox Davis, Trey Williamson, Declan Vick, Madalyn Workman, Anna Catherine Moore, Brannon Williamson, Katie May, Jaden Griesser, Willow Campbell, William Myatt, Layklee Vick, Caroline Hoy, Finn Campbell, Levi May, John Myatt, James Hoy, Daniel Corn, Reagan Griesser, Henrik Griesser, Natalie Corn, Jase Corn, Brooks Davis (mother Olivia Files); his sister, Verla Buchanan; as well as host of nieces, nephews and extended family members.

Mr. Davis was preceded in death by his daughter, Denise Davis; his parents, Bryon and Lois Davis; siblings, Thomas Davis and Blanch Dawson.

Pallbearers will be Robby Workman, Matt Davis, Jesse Ray Davis, Nathan Myatt, Todd Vick, Eric Campbell, Jeffrey Hoy, Morgan Griesser, John Corn, Alan Wade, Scooter May and John Robert Williamson.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials be made as donations to Bethany Baptist Church, 4475 Ponds Road, Meridian, MS 39301 or your charity of choice.

Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at robertbarhamffh.com.

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Mary Aileen Hearn RobertsFuneral services for Mary Aileen Hearn Roberts will be held Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 1:00...
01/08/2026

Mary Aileen Hearn Roberts

Funeral services for Mary Aileen Hearn Roberts will be held Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 1:00 pm at the Episcopal Church of the Mediator 3825 35th Ave, Meridian, MS 39305 with the Reverend Ezgi Saribay Perkins and the Reverend Patrick Perkins officiating. Robert Barham Family Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with arrangements.

Mrs. Mary Aileen Hearn Roberts, age 88, of Meridian, Mississippi passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at home in Meridian, MS.

Mary was born in Meridian in 1937 to Henry and Jewel Hearn. She loved to read, cook, and spend time with her children and grandchildren. Mary was a loving wife, sister, mother, aunt, grandmother and great-grandmother and friend to all and will be greatly missed.

Survivors include her husband, Miles Shelton Roberts of Meridian, MS; sister, Deborah H Joiner of Meridian, MS; daughter and son-in-law, Melanie and Lance Eskridge of Sturgis, MS and grandchildren, Matthew and Emily Eskridge of Nashville, TN, and great-grandchild Augustine Bush Eskridge, Nicholas Eskridge of Sturgis, MS, Benjamin Eskridge of Sturgis, MS; daughter and son-in-law, Sharron and Todd McKinney of Brandon, MS and grandchild Mary Delaney McKinney of Denver, CO; daughter Melissa Nichole Roberts of Meridian, MS; and her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Jewel Hearn.

Visitation will be held at the Episcopal Church of the Mediator, 3825 35th Ave, Meridian, MS 39305 on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 12 noon. The family would like to thank the nurses and staff of Gentiva Hospice for the care that our mom received.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association in memory of Mary.

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Teresa Jo LisenbeFuneral services for Mrs. Teresa Jo Lisenbe will begin at 11:00 AM Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Rober...
01/07/2026

Teresa Jo Lisenbe

Funeral services for Mrs. Teresa Jo Lisenbe will begin at 11:00 AM Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Robert Barham Family Funeral Home chapel with Mr. John Lisenbe and Rev. John Sweeney officiating. The Lisenbe Family will receive guests from 12:00 PM until 1:00 PM following funeral rites in the chapel. Interment will take place at approximately 1:45 PM at Bethel Southern Methodist Church Cemetery, located at 1887 Bethel Church Road Bailey, MS 39320, following graveside rites. Robert Barham Family Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the arrangements.

Mrs. Lisenbe, 73, of Meridian, died Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at her home surrounded by her loving family following an extended illness.

Teresa graduated from Mendenhall High School in 1970. She attended Copiah Lincoln Jr. College and graduated with an AA. She spent most of her working life as a bookkeeper. She loved people and had a servant’s heart. Teresa continually brought life to the lives of others with her smile and her joyful heart. After committing her life to Christ at the age of 26, she then spent many years in service to God by serving the needs of others. Teresa was a member of the worship team at Liberty Church in Meridian for many years. She was in ministry along with her husband at Righteous Oaks Recovery Center until she became ill.

Teresa is survived by her husband of over 41 years, John Lisenbe; children, Jason Pittman, Sarah Kim (David), and John Lisenbe (Taylor); grandchildren, Emmy Rose Kim and Audrey Kim; as well as a host of extended family members and friends.

Mrs. Lisenbe is preceded in death by her parents, James Norris and Alma Lee Culpepper; and one sister, Diane McClendon.

Pallbearers will be Jeff Barr, Brad Barr, Marlan Murphy, Steve Neely, Winston Powell, and Chuck Sanders.

The Lisenbe Family requests, in lieu of flowers, memorials be made as donations to Righteous Oaks Recovery Center, located at 5120 Pine Forest Rd, Chunky, MS 39323.

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Janet Anderson PriceA celebration of the life of Mrs. Janet Anderson Price will be held Tuesday, January 6, 2026 from 2:...
01/05/2026

Janet Anderson Price

A celebration of the life of Mrs. Janet Anderson Price will be held Tuesday, January 6, 2026 from 2:00 until 3:00 p.m. at Robert Barham Family Funeral Home. The family will share remarks in the parlor at 3:00. Robert Barham Family Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with arrangements.

Mrs. Janet Anderson Price, 75, of Meridian, Mississippi passed away peacefully surrounded by her beloved family on Sunday, January 4, 2026.

Janet was a loving wife, mother, nana, sister, daughter, and friend. She and her mother were the owners of Two J's, a French-hand sewing company that also taught the art to others. Janet enjoyed tending flowers and taking care of her home garden and was recognized as a master gardener. She deeply loved her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandbabies, and their annual family trips to Pensacola Beach on the 4th of July.

Janet is survived by her husband, Alan Price; her daughters, Amy Vincent (Vince), Alyson Price (Justin), and Jocelyn Sullivan; her grandchildren, Dalton House, Christian Sullivan, Kayla Hagan (Garrett), Kyle Sullivan, and Bailey House; six great-grandbabies; and her siblings, Jim Anderson (Gail) and Kathleen Anderson O'Brien (Tom).

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jim and Joann Anderson; her three sons, Al Price, Christopher Sullivan, and Jeremy Sullivan; her son-in-law, Jason House; and her grandson, Bradley House.

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Travis Eugene Sullivan, Jr.Graveside services for Mr. Travis Sullivan, Jr. will begin at 2:00 PM Wednesday, January 7, 2...
01/05/2026

Travis Eugene Sullivan, Jr.

Graveside services for Mr. Travis Sullivan, Jr. will begin at 2:00 PM Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at Carmel Baptist Church Cemetery, with Bro. Charles Davis officiating. Interment will follow graveside rites in the church cemetery. Robert Barham Family Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the arrangements.

Mr. Sullivan, 64, of Meridian, died December 23, 2025, at Baptist Anderson Regional Medical Center, following a brief illness.

Travis worked as a painter; he was a skilled craftsman and enjoyed working with his hands.

Travis is survived by his father, Travis Sullivan, Sr; his son, Travis Sullivan, III; his daughter, Tina Posey; his grandchildren, Kaylee Brooke Overby, Ryder Charles Overby, Riley Kate Overby; his sisters, Deborah Poisso and Susie Sullivan; his uncles, Dwight Sullivan, David Patterson, and James Patterson; his aunt, Carol Massey; his double first cousin, Kevin Sullivan; as well as a host of extended family members.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Betty Sullivan; his aunts, Barbara Patterson and Marlene Sullivan; and his uncle, Kenneth Joe Sullivan.

The Sullivan Family suggests, in lieu of flowers, memorials be made as donations to the Baptist Anderson Regional Cancer Benevolence Fund.

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Evelyn Catherine SaulsFuneral services for Mrs. Evelyn Catherine Sauls will begin at 12:30 PM, Wednesday, January 7, 202...
01/05/2026

Evelyn Catherine Sauls

Funeral services for Mrs. Evelyn Catherine Sauls will begin at 12:30 PM, Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at Robert Barham Family Funeral Home chapel with Mr. Richard Goggans and Mr. Levi Jones officiating. A Private Interment will be held at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. The Sauls Family will receive guests from 11:30 AM until 12:15 PM prior to funeral rites in the chapel. Robert Barham Family Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the arrangements.

Mrs. Sauls, 99, of Meridian, died Friday, January 2, 2026, at Trend Health and Rehab of Meridian, following a brief illness.

Evelyn was a member of the Church of God. She enjoyed spending time in God’s Word on a daily basis and also enjoyed word search puzzles. She was a proud and loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, which was her greatest accomplishment. She would also recall that her fondest memory was when her fiancé, Jerome Sauls, who would become her husband of over 30 years, returned home from World War II.

Mrs. Evelyn is survived by her children, Diane Davison, Jerry Kittrell Hannon (Michael), and Patti Niswender (David); Grandchildren, Stacy Kittrell, Michelle Spedero, and Emiley Solis (Antonio); great-grandchildren, Lt. Cody P. Spedero, USN, Taylor Anderson, and Mason Solis; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

Mrs. Sauls is preceded in death by her husband, Mr. Jerome Sauls; Hoyt and Jennie McMullen; her son-in-law, Gary Davison; as well as her nine siblings.

Pallbearers will be David Niswender, Antonio Solis, Jerry Creel, Dale Creel, Jason Thead, and Timmy Duett.

Online condolences may be expressed at robertbarhamffh.com.

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Frances HallMrs. Frances Hall, age 84, of Meridian passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2026 at her residence. At this time...
01/04/2026

Frances Hall

Mrs. Frances Hall, age 84, of Meridian passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2026 at her residence. At this time, there are no services scheduled. Robert Barham Family Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the arrangements.

Frances was born on June 6, 1941 in Haleyville, Alabama to the late Otis and Dorothy Cox. She attended Coffee High School in Florence, Alabama and later attended Florence State University (now the University of North Alabama). In June of 1959, she married her high school sweetheart and love of her life, Howard Hall. They spent 62 years together, and to their union, two sons were born. Frances took her duties as a homemaker seriously, always exemplifying hard work, care, and compassion for her family.

She is survived by her sons, Lindsey Hall (Jere) and Howard Hall (Helah); grandchildren, Anna-Lindsey Sanders (B.J.) and Jackson Hall; one great-grandson on the way; brother, Robert Cox; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard Hall, as well as her parents.

The family would like to express their gratitude to her caregiver, Kimberly Blanks, the entire staff of Browns Family Sitting Service, as well as the nurses and staff of Harper's Hospice Company.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.robertbarhamffh.com.

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Paula Diane HawkinsIt is with great sadness that the family and friends of Paula Diane Covington Hawkins announce her pa...
01/02/2026

Paula Diane Hawkins

It is with great sadness that the family and friends of Paula Diane Covington Hawkins announce her passing at age 64 on January 2, 2026, at Diversicare in Quitman, MS. Paula served in many administrative positions throughout her life in Louisiana, Kentucky, and Indiana. Paula returned to her native Meridian in 2016. She was highly creative and enjoyed repurposing costume jewelry into suncatchers and other decorative items.

Paula's graveside service will be conducted at Meridian Memorial Park Cemetery, 9590 Highway 80 West, Meridian, MS 39307, at 10:00 AM on Monday, January 12, 2026. The service is open to any friend of Paula's. Flowers can be sent to the Robert Barham Family Funeral Home at 6300 Hwy 39 N, Meridian, MS 39305. The service will be conducted by Pastor Mason Kiple of the Northpointe Presbyterian Church where she attended services.

She is survived by her sister, Kimberly Bernice Covington, her brother, William Morris Covington, her niece, Laura Christian Brazier's children, Madeline Suemay Dorman, and Christian Dorman, her younger sister, Laura Lawson's children, Dylan Lawson and Megan Lawson.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Billy Ray Covington and Diane Hearron Covington.

Paula was thoughtful of others in donating her organs to help save lives.

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Dawn Marie VinetFuneral services for Ms. Dawn Marie Vinet will begin at 2:30 PM Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at Evangel Tem...
01/02/2026

Dawn Marie Vinet

Funeral services for Ms. Dawn Marie Vinet will begin at 2:30 PM Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at Evangel Temple Church with Pastor Mike Boles officiating. Interment will follow graveside rites at Sandy Haven Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery in Stonewall, MS. The Vinet Family will receive guests from 12:30 PM until 2:15 PM prior to funeral rites in the church. Robert Barham Family Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the arrangements.

Ms. Vinet, 53, of Collinsville, died January 1, 2026, at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS, following a courageous three year battle with cancer.

Dawn was a loving mother, grandmother, daughter, and sister. She was Christian by Faith and followed the Lord throughout her life. She was a strong woman and courageous fighter; she fought for her health and her family. She was a fierce friend to all; she would do anything within her strength to take care of those around her. Dawn loved making others look and feel beautiful; she used her talents as a cosmetologist at East Mississippi State Hospital taking care of elderly residents. She also used her talents to take care of her clients at Trendsetters Salon in Meridian, MS. She was passionate about her grandchildren, who lovingly referred to her as “Mimi.” Above all her love for the Lord and her family were always at the forefront of her spirit.

Ms. Dawn is survived by her sons, Steven Manis and Ricky Manis (Chrissy); grandchildren, Bryson Manis, Kinslee Manis, and Anniston Manis; her mother, Cindy Snoke (Chris); her siblings, Charlotte Spann (Charles) and Gus Vinet (Ashton); as well as a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

Dawn is preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Atlee and Deanna Mabile.

Pallbearers will be Steven Manis, Ricky Manis, Gus Vinet, Zac Vinet, Nick Vinet, Matthew Spann. Honorary Pallbearers will be Bryson Manis, Kamp Vinet, Ronnie Hembree, and Josh Spires.

The Vinet Family suggest, in lieu of flowers, memorials be made as donations to the Children’s Ministry in memory of Dawn Vinet at Evangel Temple Church.

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Bob, O.C., Bill, Ruth, Bruce and Sharon Barham, along with Matthew Stokley, Robert "Clint" Walker, Kyle Pugh, Corbin Kill, Christine Persson, Sandra Klutz, Jordan Stokley, LaShearer Merchant, Greer Goldman, John Creekmore, Ben Rose, Kellen McCullouch, Allen Goldman, Dylan Tew, Scott Morgan, and Ruston Russell stand ready to serve you.

Our funeral home is family-owned and operated. Our top priority is to provide the best, most dignified, and quality service to our friends and families. Our funeral home is owned and operated by the same local family you have trusted for over 30 years—the Barhams: Bob, Bill and Bruce. They are actively involved in our business and meet with families on a daily basis.

The Barham Family represents the traditions and values learned from their parents, O.C. & Ruth Barham. By treating each family with respect, dignity, and professionalism, as well as honoring the customs and traditions of the communities in which they live and serve. We know that our success is directly related to how we treat each and every family we serve. We answer to our own communities—our friends,neighbors, you.