Obituaries

Local obituaries for Meridian, Texas


Stephen Ray Russell

Stephen Ray Russell

Aug 24, 2025

Stephen Ray Russell, 74, a lifelong resident of Cranfills Gap, passed away at home on August 24, 2025 due to complications from cancer. He was born January 28, 1951 to Homer James Russell and Elsie Irene Stanford Russell and was welcomed home by three brothers: Jimmy, Ronnie and Tommie. Farming and ranching was a way of life for the family,...

Doretha "Dotsy" Cecile White

Doretha "Dotsy" Cecile White

Aug 24, 2025

Doretha “Dotsy” Cecile (Alsup) White, 85, of Grand Prairie, Texas, passed away on August 24, 2025.



A graveside service will be held at 11 am on Friday, August 29, 2025 at Morgan Cemetery.



Dotsy was born on March 9, 1940, in Kopperl, Texas, the eldest of three children of David C. “Buckle” Alsup and Emma “Lorene” (Johnson) Alsup. She spent her childhood...

Robert Lynn Fergason

Robert Lynn Fergason

Aug 3, 2025

Robert Lynn Fergason passed away at his home in Blum on August 3, 2025. He battled Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS, Lou Gehrig’s) disease for six years before succumbing to the illness.

Robert was born on July 13, 1956 in Fort Worth, Texas. He drove trucks, worked on ranches, and built metal buildings throughout his lifetime. He was a beloved husband, father,...

Justin Dewayne Young

Justin Dewayne Young

Aug 3, 2025

Justin Dewayne Young, a beloved son, father, brother, partner, and friend, passed away on August 3, 2025, in Meridian, Texas. 

Funeral services will take place at 10 A.M., Friday, August 8, 2025 at the Bosque County Cowboy Church in Meridian. Pastor Tater Paschal will officiate. Burial will follow at the Morgan Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 P.M. until 7 P.M.,...

Kyle Scott Law

Kyle Scott Law

Jul 21, 2025

Kyle Scott Law, beloved by many and a true craftsman at heart, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2025, in Waco, Texas, with his sister by his side. Born on February 8, 1963, in Hillsboro, Texas, Kyle was known for his rough and tough demeanor, but those who knew him best understood that he never met a stranger. His ability...

Cameron Lee Trevino

Cameron Lee Trevino

Jul 12, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and enduring love that we announce the passing of Cameron Trevino, age 24, who left this world on July 12, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with mental health.

Born on June 25, 2001, Cameron had a heart full of love and a wild spirit that touched everyone around him. Despite the many hardships he...

Betty (Betsy) Jean Cooper

Betty (Betsy) Jean Cooper

Jul 8, 2025

Betty (Betsy) Jean Ferris Cooper

December 9, 1931 – July 8th, 2025

Betsy Cooper passed away peacefully at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Hillcrest in Waco after having a severe stoke at Williow Park Rehabilitation facility in Clifton where she had lived for the past few years.

Betsy was born to Lincoln and Frances Ferris in the home on their Womack area farm...

Blanche Rose Cummings Blackman

Blanche Rose Cummings Blackman

Jul 4, 2025

Blanche Rose Cummings Blackman, age 98, peacefully departed this life on July 4, 2025. A cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Blanche filled her years with love, kindness, and an unwavering commitment to her family and community.

Funeral services will take place on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 2 P.M., Lawson Funeral Home in Meridian. Pastor Ryan Pederson from St. Olaf's Lutheran...

Anthony Todd Davis

Anthony Todd Davis

Jul 4, 2025

Anthony Todd Davis, born on December 1, 1960, in Fort Worth, Texas, passed away on July 4, 2025, in a Fort Worth hospital. He will be remembered as a man of remarkable vigor and dedication, whose life was enriched by his love for family, sports, motorcycles, and fishing.

Todd began his career in the oilfield at a young age, demonstrating an...

James Anna Oliver Booker

James Anna Oliver Booker

Jul 3, 2025

James Anna Oliver Booker passed peacefully on July 3, 2025 at the age of 85 at Providence Hospital in Waco, Texas.

She was born on August 26, 1939 to Henry and Ruthie Oliver in Steiner, Texas. She spent her youth in Morgan, Texas which served as home until she married Earl Medford Booker and moved to Crawford, Texas where they raised...

Margie Imbeck

Margie Imbeck

Jun 26, 2025

It is with profound sadness that the family of Margie Lee Fogle (Imbeck) announces that she passed peacefully in her sleep at her home in Laguna Park, Texas, on June 26, 2025, at the age of 91.She will be lovingly remembered by her six children, daughters, Diana Perkins (Joe), Christy Swanner (Mark), and Brenda Cook; sons, Willie Snell, Doyle Snell,...

Jimmie Alan Clopton

Jimmie Alan Clopton

Jun 16, 2025

Jimmie Alan Clopton, lovingly known to many as Alan, left this world on June 16, 2025, leaving behind a legacy filled with laughter, compassion, and an unyielding passion for life. Born on August 21, 1965, in Houston, Texas, Alan was a beacon of joy and warmth to all who knew him, with a heart as rich as the gardens he...

William Clayton Kelley

William Clayton Kelley

Jun 16, 2025

William Clayton Kelley, born on February 23, 1964, in Meridian, Texas, passed away peacefully at his home in Clifton, Texas, on June 16, 2025, surrounded by love and comfort. He has gone to be with his Lord and Savior.

Clayton was a man of faith and quiet strength, known for his kind heart and unwavering love for his family. He found...

Bobby Frank Anderson

Bobby Frank Anderson

Jun 12, 2025

Bobby Frank Anderson went to his heavenly home on June 12, 2025. Bobby Anderson was born on December 9, 1949, in Eden, TX to John and Betty Anderson. He attended Eden High school and graduated in May 1968. Bobby joined the United States Army in May of 1970. Upon graduation from basic training Bobby attended training at Ft. Gordon, GA...

Gary Owens

Gary Owens

May 18, 2025

Gary Owens age 79, of Meridian, Texas passed away on May 18, 2025 in Meridian.

Graveside services will be held at 10 A.M., Friday, May 23, 2025 at the Meridian Memorial Cemetery. Pastor Kevin Reasoner will officiate.

Gary Owens was born on December 27, 1945 in Gainesville, Texas to Oral Owens and Cecil Milsap. He worked for the railroad for a number...

W. H. "Bill" Watson

W. H. "Bill" Watson

May 15, 2025

William H. (Bill) Watson, a man of many titles and a heart full of love, passed away peacefully at his ranch home in Bosque County, Texas, on May 15, 2025. He was 95.

Born on January 17, 1930, in Mosheim, Texas, to Ruby and Herbert C. Watson, Bill was first known simply as “Son.” As the eldest of nine children, he...

Lorenzo Woods, Jr.

Lorenzo Woods, Jr.

May 9, 2025

Lorenzo Woods, Jr., a cherished son, husband, stepfather, brother, and friend, departed this life on May 9, 2025, in Dallas, Texas, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, kindness, and culinary passion. Born on November 27, 1975, in the loving community of Wichita Falls, Texas, Lorenzo embodied joy and resilience throughout his life.

As a cook at the mess hall on Sheppard...

Frances Jeanet Hendrix

Frances Jeanet Hendrix

May 6, 2025

Frances Jeanet Hendrix age 79, of Cleburne, Texas passed away on May 6, 2025 in Cleburne, Texas. 

Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 2 P.M., at the Kimball Cemetery near Kopperl. 

Frances was born on January 21, 1946 in Brazos Point to O.K. and Lois Mears Whitehead. She grew up in Cleburne and married Harold Hendrix on...

Melissa Parchman Vivion

Melissa Parchman Vivion

May 5, 2025

Lissie Parchman Vivion, lovingly known to many as Melissa, was born on July 1, 1945, in Rossville, Texas, and she graced this world with her warmth and kindness until May 5, 2025, when she peacefully passed away at her home, entering the arms of the Lord in her sleep.

Melissa led a life filled with vivid adventures, compassionate caregiving, and an...

Freddie Pauline McGinnis

Freddie Pauline McGinnis

May 2, 2025

Freddie Pauline McGinnis, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully in her home on May 2, 2025, at the age of 90, surrounded by the love and presence of her family. Born on October 13, 1934, in Jacksonville, Florida, Freddie’s life was a beautiful testament to joy, kindness, and unwavering devotion.

From a young age, Freddie shined brightly....