Webb & Stephens Funeral Homes

10/10/2026

Today, on National Hospice Day, we want to say a heartfelt thank you to the hospice nurses, aides, and volunteers who walk beside families in their most tender moments. 💜
People often ask us when grief and caregiving support starts. The truth is, it starts long before our doors ever open—right there in the home, guided by the incredible compassion of hospice teams.
To every local hospice worker who brings comfort, dignity, and peace to patients and loved ones: we see you, and we thank you for the light you carry.

10/07/2026

Anita Faye Raines

Anita Faye Raines, age 71, of Meridian, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2026. She was born on March 2, 1955, in Clarke County, Mississippi, to Henry Ford Johnson and Florence Marie Johnson.

Anita was a talented hairdresser who owned and operated her own business in Meridian. Above all, she was a devoted mother and grandmother who deeply loved her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry Ford Johnson and Florence Marie Johnson; brother, Henry Edward Johnson; sister, Elizabeth Marie Robinson; son, Curtis Wayne Raines Jr.; daughter, Amanda Diane Hopkins; and grandchildren, Colby Wayne Hopkins and Caylen Jay Waddell.

Anita is survived by her daughter, Sonya Agustin and her husband, Chris; siblings, Gloria Jean Simpson, Shelia Ann Lewis, Jackie Sue Johnson, and Floy Pearl Neal; grandchildren, Dylan Raines and his wife, Jenny, Courtney Nicholas and her husband, Alan, Brandon Hopkins, Bryan Hopkins, Curtis Wayne Raines III, and Dylan Criddle; and great-grandchildren, Logan Raines, Camden Raines, Scarlett Criddle, and Evalynn Criddle.

Visitation will be held on Friday, October 9, 2026, from 8:30 until 10:00 a.m. at Webb & Stephens Funeral Home-North, located at 7774-A Highway 39 North, Meridian, Mississippi 39305. The funeral service will begin at 10:00 a.m., with Bro. Tyler Simpson officiating. Burial will immediately follow at Lockhart Church Cemetery in Toomsuba, Mississippi.

View Anita Faye Raines's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

10/01/2026

We are deeply honored to be named one of the top funeral homes in the 2026 Reader's Choice Awards!

Serving our community during their most difficult moments is a privilege we never take for granted.

Thank you to everyone who voted for us and to the families who continue to place their trust in our care every single day. Your support means the world to our entire team!

09/18/2026

On National POW/MIA Recognition Day, held every year on the third Friday of September, we honor the extraordinary bravery of our military members who were held as prisoners of war or remain missing in action.
Established by presidential proclamation in 1979 and symbolized by the iconic POW/MIA flag, this day is a promise that we will never forget their sacrifice--or stop seeking answers for the families who still await their return. Today and every day, we remember.

09/15/2026

We are proud to support the arrival of the Tribute Vietnam Veteran Wall, which will be on display in Meridian from October 8th through October 11th.

​Visiting this moving tribute is an important opportunity for our community to come together, reflect, and honor the brave men and women who served our nation during the Vietnam War. It serves as a powerful reminder of our shared American history and the deep sacrifices made for our freedom.

​At our Webb & Stephens Funeral Homes and Forest Lawn Memory Gardens, supporting our veterans is a cause close to our hearts. Almost all of us have veterans within our families or are veterans ourselves. We remain fully committed to honoring and remembering every single person who has worn the uniform in service to our country.

​We encourage everyone in our surrounding communities to take time between October 8–11 to visit the memorial, pay your respects, and honor the legacy of our heroes.

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09/11/2026

September 11, 2001, changed our lives forever. Amid the heartbreak, our nation responded with extraordinary love, strength, and unity. We set aside differences to care for neighbors and strangers alike, standing shoulder to shoulder as one community.
​Today, we honor the courage of every first responder, firefighter, officer, and selfless citizen who ran toward danger to save others, as well as every innocent life lost.
​It is heartbreaking that it often takes a tragedy to bring out our deepest compassion. The true lesson of 9/11 is that we shouldn't wait for a crisis to hold space for one another. Let's honor those we lost by choosing kindness, empathy, and unity—not just today, but every single day.

08/18/2026

Ronald William Skrmetta

Ronald William Skrmetta, age 48, of Meridian MS passed away on February 28, 2016. A native of New Orleans and a 1991 graduate of the University of Southern MS, Ron was a beloved son, brother and friend, including his Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity brothers at USM.

Ron was preceded in death by his mother, Brenda Reece Skrmetta and his father, George William Skrmetta. He is survived by his sister, Georgia Skrmetta Storey (David) and his nephew and niece, Matthew Storey and Rachel Storey.

View Ronald William Skrmetta's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

08/17/2026

💙To Our Heroes: Lunch is on Us! 🚒🚓🚑

At Webb & Stephens Funeral Homes and Forest Lawn Memory Gardens, we stand alongside families during some of their most difficult moments. Every day, we see the profound impact of your selflessness, courage, and swift action before a family ever walks through our doors.

You run toward danger when others run away. You provide comfort in chaos, and you protect our community around the clock. Your dedication does not go unnoticed, and we want to say a proper thank you.

We are hosting our annual First Responder Appreciation Lunch, and we would be deeply honored to serve those who serve us every day.

📅 When: Friday, September 11, 2026
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Where: Webb & Stephens Funeral Homes-North at 7774-A Hwy 39N

Whether you can sit down and eat with us or just need to swing by and grab a quick to-go plate between calls, please stop by.

This invitation is completely free and open to all local LEOs, Firefighters, EMTs, Paramedics, and Dispatchers.

Thank you for your sacrifice, your bravery, and your unwavering commitment to keeping our community safe. We look forward to treating you to lunch

07/03/2026

July is National Bereaved Parents Awareness Month—a time to gently hold space for families carrying the love of a baby gone too soon. 🤍

To every parent navigating this profound and often invisible grief: your baby mattered, your loss is real, and your love is forever. You carry a heavy weight, but you do not have to carry it alone.

If you are currently navigating this heartbreak, please know there is support waiting for you whenever you are ready. We have listed free resources for virtual groups, parent-led community support, and immediate helpline help in the comments below.

To our friends and family: please say our babies' names. Check in on us and let us know you remember the little ones who changed our lives forever.

Please leave your babies' names in the comments below so we can honor and remember them together. 💔

06/23/2026

On International Widows Day, we honor the quiet courage and resilience of those navigating life after a profound loss. Grief extends far beyond our initial services, and today serves as a vital reminder that these individuals are surrounded by our ongoing support, respect, and deep compassion.

To all those navigating a future they never planned on, we see your courage, and we stand with you. You are not alone on this journey.

If you are navigating life after loss, or if you need a resource to lean on, please reach out to our team or explore grief support networks like the Hope for Widows Foundation or HeartLight Center. We are always here to listen, support, and help you carry the weight.