Calvin Edward Meece
October 8, 1952 ~ January 5, 2017
Calvin Edward Meece, 64, of Mills River died Thursday, January 5, 2017 at Pardee Hospital.
A native of Bladen County, Calvin was raised in Buncombe County and was a son of the late Johnny and Dorothy Hudson Meece. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Roy and Bill Meece. Calvin was a 1971 graduate of T.C. Roberson High School and was a veteran of the United States Air Force. He was an avid sports lover and was an avid fan of The New York Yankees. He was also a lover of NASCAR.
Surviving is his wife, Linda Ruth Roberts Meece and a daughter, Tiffany Sunshine Meece. Calvin adored his two dogs, Precious and Sophie.
A graveside service for Calvin's cremated remains will be held at 3:00 p.m. Friday at Avery's Creek United Methodist Church Cemetery. The Rev. Frank Ramos will officiate. Military honors will be performed. The family will receive friends following the service at Avery's Creek United Methodist Church.
Linda would like to express her appreciation to CarePartners and Bayada Home Health Care for the excellent care they gave to Calvin during this past year.
Memorials may be made to CarePartners P.O. Box 25338 Asheville, N.C. 28813.
Groce, Lake Julian is assisting the family.
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Sorry to hear of your passing. You were a beloved friend. Praying for your wife and daughter.
Calvin was a nice person and had a magical way to make you laugh. I am so glad to have gotten the pleasure of knowing him. May he Rest In Peace. Calvin you will be missed!
Linda, I am so sorry for your loss. Calvin is at peace now. He fought a long battle with bravery and strength. I enjoyed every minute I was able to spend with him listening to his stories and hearing about your adventures together with the ‘girls’. He was a good man! I miss him very much and I know he appreciated all the great care you gave him. He loved you so very much! Love you Linda . Jennifer
Linda – you are in our thoughts and prayers. Calvin was a special person.
I do not think I ever saw Calvin that he did not have a smile on his face. It hurts to hear of his passing. God be with you Brother!
Linda my prayers are with you. Calvin was such a loving person. He never met a stranger. I will always remember our meals at 980 that he prepared for us. The thing that I remember most about Calvin was his love for you. He always brought you a Birthday cake to work so you could share with everyone. What can I say he was a special man.
Linda, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. If you need anything please let me know.
Lisa D, Aaron, Ashley and Maddox
Calvin was a kind giving person he was always so sweet to me he used to bring us lunch all the time he was a fantastic cook we had a lot of fun going to pick up his little dog Precious he will be so missed and I know you will be loney please know that I will always be here for you if you need anything please let me know I love you my friend
Linda, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Calvin gave a good fight, and he was so very fortunate to have you by his side. And Pedro and I feel so very lucky to have known him. Our love to both of you.
Linda Ruth our thoughts and prayers are with you; may your memories remain with you and provide you comfort.
Many prayers for you and your family. We love you very much and we are here for you and your family. Many condolences for you and your family.
Linda,
Many prayers for you and your family. We are here for you and your family, let us know if you need anything.
Linda, our family is wrapping you in love and prayers today, and all the days to come. May you always hold fond memories of your time together. ~Ashley, Aaron, and Maddox
Linda, you and your are in my thoughts and prayers. Much love to you.
Linda, you are in my thoughts and prayers. I am here for you. Calvin was a wonderful man. Much Love, Vivian
Always a good friend and Brother. May his spirit live on!