Gary Donald Meadows
May 12, 1952 ~ December 10, 2024
Born in:
Buncombe Co., NC
Resided in:
Leicester, NC
Gary Donald Meadows, 72, of Leicester, passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2024.
Born May 12, 1952 in Buncombe Co., Gary was a son of the late Don Jefferson Meadows and Nelia Webb Meadows.
Mr. Meadows was a Veteran of the U.S. Army. He was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church, where he served as a Deacon. He was a very avid golfer and loved trout fishing and grouse hunting. He adored his two sons and three grandsons.
He is survived by his wife, Donna Mitchell Meadows; sons, David Meadows (Whitney) and Tommy Meadows (Katy); grandsons, Brantley, Hesston and Tanner; sisters, Penny Lewis and Melodie Meadows (Ralph Redpath); and brothers, Sammy Meadows (Becky) and Jeff Meadows (Lisa).
Graveside services will be held on Thursday, December 12 at 2:00 p.m. at Bell United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Ronnie Owen officiating.
The family will receive friends from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Groce Funeral Home, Patton Avenue.
Services
Visitation: December 12, 2024 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
Graveside Service: December 12, 2024 2:00 pm
Bell United Methodist Church Cemetery
Old Newfound Road
Leicester, NC 28748
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Donna and Family, I’m so very sorry for your loss of Gary. He was a dear friend growing up and going to school together. We always picked right up with our conversation when we ran into each other and I loved him like a brother. My heart goes out to each of you during this difficult time.
Donna so sorry to see the passing of Gary.Praying for you and all the families.May God comfort and strength you. at this difficult time.
We can’t believe this has happened I had just had a text yesterday from Gary,I had told him Sunday that I loved and appreciated him and was glad to be serving the Lord with him. He will be missed we will be praying for the family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family Ricky and Frankie Ledbetter
Donna, I am so terribly sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. I considered him a lifelong friend even though we didn’t see each other very often. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Donna and family, We are so sorry for your loss. You all will be in our prayers. God bless.
Donna and family,
We are heart sick to learn of Gary’s unexpected passing. I have no doubt he and Preacher Phillips are catching up and having a good laugh together. Another deposit in heavens bank until we all worship together again. We will be praying for you.
We are so very sorry to hear of Gary’s passing today. Larry worked with him for many years at Ingles and he was one of our customers at Leicester Supply. He was always very friendly and such a good person to everyone he came in contact with. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Larry and Sandra Davis
Penny,
I’m so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
Our thoughts and prayers will be with Donna and the family. Gary was a treasure! A friend we will dearly miss. His walk with the Lord was inspiring and we loved him!
Donna and Family, Larry and I are so very sorry to hear about Gary. Such a sweet man and always had a smile. Always friendly no matter when or where you saw him. I know he will be missed. Please know our love and prayers are with each of you.
Donna and family- I am sorry to hear of the passing of Gary. It was a joy to have worshiped with him at Macadonia while I was there. He was always an encouragement to me and was always happy when I played the organ. We know that he is worshiping the God he love by being in His presence. My prayers will be that God will reach down and give each of you his strength and faithfulness during this time.
So sorry. and shocked too hear of Gary’s passing. I went to school with Gary, he has always been a good man.. Just saw him at Macedonia a couple weeks ago. You will certainly be in our prayers.
Dear Ms. Donna and all my boys,
I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Gary. He was such a special man and always had a smile or kind words in the car rider line. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Much love.
I’m so sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. I haven’t seen Gary for many years, but think of him often. I have very fond memories of him from our time together at Ingles. He was great to work for. Prayers for your family during this difficult time.
My heart is missing those times and missing Gary, already. Please know he and your family will forever be in my prayers, my memories, and my favorite things in my life. He is and was a good man who loved his family very much.
Please forgive me for not being able to be there Thursday as I have a surgical procedure scheduled that I cannot change. My heart will be there I assure you.
I am so sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. He was such a a nice and kind guy. I have good memories from him while we were in school. I know that I will see him again one day. ❤️
Donna and family, I am so sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. You all are in our prayers and thoughts as you go through the days ahead. Pray God hold’s you all in his arms.
Larry, Evelyn & Christopher Cordell
Dear Donna and Family,
We are deeply sorry for the loss of Gary. He was a sweet and kind man. We pray that God will wrap His great arms around you all and give you comfort and peace. We love you guys.
Donna,
There are no words that can be said that will ease the pain of losing your husband, soulmate and best friend, just put your faith and trust in God and he will help ease your pain. What helps the most is knowing that you will meet again someday. I will pray that God will provide you and your family comfort and strength not only now but, in the months to come.
Prayers & Love
Our prayers and sympathy are with his family, God’s Grace is sufficient to carry you thru this difficult time.
Blessings,
Garry and Rhonda Robinson,
To Jeff and Penny – so sorry to hear about Gary passing away. Was only aware of it tonight. May Gary rest in peace and may God bless the two of you and all your family. Gary was a good friend and will be missed.
Donna and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We will be remembering you in our thoughts and prayers.
Donna, David,Tommy, and Family
We are struggling to put into words how we feel during this time of loss. The word “numb” comes to mind. Donna we grieve with You, the fellows, and the family. Gary measured up to “All” of the earthly task that the Lord assigned to him. He was a Son, a Brother, a Husband, a Dad, a Grandpaw, a Co-worker, a Friend, a Servant, and a Man of God. I hear he was a pretty good golfer too! “Well done good and faithful servant.” Sometimes on our faith journey we enter a season that’s full of questions. That’s where all of us are now. Looking at tomorrow, it is our prayer that the Lord hold you tight as You and He walk through this difficult time together. May He be your Hope, your Guidance, your Comfort and your Strength in the days ahead. We’ll see you soon as we return back from Memphis.
My heart and prayers go out to you , Donna and family. I know he loved each of you, He told me at every appointment just how much. May God hold you up at this time and rejoice in his promises.