Albert Ray Keller, Obituary, July 02, 1940 - October 12, 2021

Albert Ray Keller, Sr., 81, passed away suddenly in Las Vegas, NV, on Tuesday, October 12, 2021, from heart failure. He was a graduate of Meridian High School in Meridian, MS. Ray was a Navy veteran and retired electrician from Entergy Waterford 3. He was a resident of LaPlace, LA, for 39 years. He was a jack of all trades, handyman, electrician, woodworker, painter, artist, motorcycle rider, art and music lover. He was very active in the Goldwing group GWRRA Chapter K of Metairie. Ray was married to the love of his life, Kaye Keller, for 46 years. He is survived by his loving wife, Kaye Keller of LaPlace, LA; sons, David Keller and wife Pam; Barry Keller and wife Toni; Timothy Keller and wife Melanie, all of Meridian, MS; and daughter, Kara Salton and husband David of Houston, TX. He is preceded in death by his mother and step-father, Elwin and Thomas Blizard of Meridian, MS; father, Albert Flynt Keller of Meridian, MS; and his eldest son Albert R. Keller, Jr. of Pensacola, FL. Ray had 10 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. Albert, with his quiet sense of humor and handyman expertise, will be missed greatly by his family and friends. A small, private family memorial will be held as he wished.

A Fallen Limb

A limb has fallen from the

family tree. I keep hearing

a voice that says, “Grieve

not for me. Remember the

best times, the laughter,

the song. The good life I

lived while I was strong.

Continue my heritage, I’m

counting on you. Keep

smiling and surely the sun

will shine through. My

mind is at ease, my soul is

at rest. Remembering all,

how I truly was blessed.

Continue traditions, no

matter how small. Go on

with your life, don’t worry

about falls. I miss you all

dearly, so keep up your

chin. Until the day comes

we’re together again.”

O God our Father, Creator of all the living, we entrust to Your gentle care all those we love who have gone before us; and have gone to their rest in the hope of rising again. . . .
Eternal rest, grant unto, Albert Ray Keller, O Lord,
and let perpetual light shine upon him.
May the souls of the faithful departed
through the mercy of God rest in peace. Amen.

Arlene Louis Davidson Merson, Obituary, July 16, 1940 - October 16th, 2021

 

Arlene Louis Merson passed away on October 16th, 2021 in Boca Raton, FL with her family by her side.

Arlene was born on July 16th, 1940 in Meridian, MS. She and her three siblings, Lisa, Marilyn and Michael were raised by their loving parents, Sammy and Ruth Davidson. Arlene was very close with her parents and held their same values of the importance of family, helping those less fortunate and being true to yourself. Additionally, with inspiration from her Orthodox father, Arlene always loved following the Jewish faith Growing up, Arlene was a member of several groups and organizations. She was a majorette, Junior Auxiliary, Dusty (a local high school sorority) and active volunteer in her community. Arlene attended the University of Oklahoma where she met the love of her life, Robert (Bob) Merson.

Their instant appreciation for each other was truly special and one of a kind. For 61 years, they shared the greatest love story of all time. In 1961, Arlene and Bob graduated from the University of Oklahoma married and expecting their first child. They moved back to Arlene's hometown of Meridian, MS to start their adult lives. Arlene enjoyed working at her travel agency, leading fundraisers, participating in the Meridian Lively Arts Festival, traveling, hosting holiday parties, playing doubles tennis with Bob, skiing, and, most of all, spending time with her family. Arlene always cherished her family time. She was a wonderful Mother to her children, Michelle Merson and Howard and Caren Merson, and a "DD" and "AD" to her four grandchildren, Sammi, Hannah, Rebecca, and Josh.

Arlene's family described her as strong, loving, silly, and the matriarch of their family. Everyone who knew Arlene adored her smile, humor, kindness, and adorable Southern accent. She lit up every room she entered and always made the people around her feel happy. She was a truly sensational person and will be missed dearly.

If you wish to make a donation in honor of Arlene, please make it to the Mississippi Children's Museum - Meridian. Donations can be made through the organization's website, mcmmeridian.org, or by writing a check payable to "Mississippi Children's Museum- Meridian" and mailing it to PO Box 1007, Meridian, MS 39302. Their phone number is 601-512-0278.

KRONISH FUNERAL SERVICES - Boca Raton, Fla

Published by Sun-Sentinel on Oct. 24, 2021.

God full of mercy who dwells on high

Grant perfect rest on the wings of Your Divine Presence

among the holy and the pure

who shine in the brightness of the firmament

to the soul of Arlene

who has gone to her eternal rest

as all her family and friends

pray for the elevation of her soul.

Her resting place shall be in the Garden of Eden.

Therefore, the Master of mercy will care for her

under the protection of His wings for all time

And bind her soul in the bond of everlasting life.

God is her inheritance and she will rest in peace

and let us say Amen.

Anne Heard Stallworth McKeown, April 23, 1940 - October 15, 2021

 

Anne Heard Stallworth McKeown, 81, formerly of Jackson and Ridgeland, Mississippi, died Friday, October 15, 2021, in Brandon, Mississippi after a lengthy illness handled with grace, dignity, and humor.

  A native of Meridian, Anne graduated from Meridian High School, attended Mississippi State College for Women, and was a graduate of the University of Mississippi and Millsaps College. A member of Kappa Kappa Gamma at Ole Miss, Anne taught English at Central High School in Jackson and was actively engaged in Jackson Junior League and other Jackson area civic and social activities. Passionate about all things involving faith, family, friends, and food, Anne’s network of friends expanded over the years, touching many lives and hearts. Anne was pre-deceased by her parents, Robert McClelland Stallworth and Virginia Townsend Stallworth of Meridian, Mississippi and Turnbull, Alabama. Survivors include two children, James Montrose McKeown II (Christina Ramirez McKeown) of Cypress, Texas and Rebekah McKeown Sanders (Richard Devon Sanders) of Atlanta, Georgia; six grandchildren, James Devon Sanders, William McKeown Sanders, and Caroline Ruth Sanders, all of Atlanta, Georgia, and Kathryn McKeown, William McKeown, and Evalyn McKeown, all of Cypress and Houston, Texas; two brothers, Robert McClelland Stallworth, Jr. of Midlothian, Virginia and Hugh Townsend Stallworth of Valrico, Florida; and numerous much beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins in Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, New York, Texas, Virginia, and Washington. A Celebration of Anne’s life and the Holy Eucharist will be held Monday, October 25, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Cathedral, 305 East Capital Street, Jackson, Mississippi with interment immediately following in St. Andrew’s All Soul’s Walk. Visitation will be held at 10:00 a.m. in St. Andrew’s Parish Hall. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations may be made to St. Andrew’s Episcopal Cathedral (http://standrews.ms/giving/ or the Scleroderma Research Foundation (http://srfcure.org).

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O God our Father, Creator of all the living, we entrust to Your gentle care all those we love who have gone before us; and have gone to their rest in the hope of rising again. . . .
Eternal rest, grant unto, Anne, O Lord,
and let perpetual light shine upon her.
May the souls of the faithful departed
through the mercy of God rest in peace. Amen.

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