Tarsha Peters

Tarsha McNair-Peters (September 14, 1966 – August 25, 2025) brought a steady kindness and a sense of care to everyone around her. Born September 14, 1966, Tarsha was known in family circles for putting others first and for the quiet strength she shared with friends and neighbors. Her life was shaped by deep family ties and a commitment to helping those in need.

Tarsha was a loving daughter and a proud member of the communities she called home. Those who knew her recall her thoughtful presence and the way she offered practical help and emotional support without fanfare. She took comfort in family gatherings, and her presence at those moments—steady, warm, and attentive—created memories that will be treasured.

In her professional and volunteer life, Tarsha cared for others with compassion and patience. She served in roles that allowed her to nurture and assist people during important times, and colleagues remember her as dependable and kind. Her steadiness in work and relationships brought reassurance to those around her.

Family and friends gathered to honor Tarsha’s memory with services arranged by Watkins Funeral Home McDonough Chapel and Allen Funeral Home in Ridgeland. Visitation and a celebration of life gave loved ones a place to share stories, remember the ways she comforted others, and support one another through grief. Those who wish to remember Tarsha are invited to leave messages of condolence and to celebrate the many small, meaningful ways she made life better for people around her.

Tarsha’s passing is a profound loss to her family and community. Though her time with us ended too soon, the care she showed and the quiet ways she lifted others will continue in the memories of those who loved her. Her life is remembered with gratitude for the compassion and constancy she offered to others.