Harold L. Meadows
September 5, 1927 ~ January 14, 2020
Born in:
Asheville, NC
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Harold L. Meadows, 92, World War II Veteran, entered into his heavenly home January 14, 2020.
He is preceded in death by his wife of 69 years, Colleen Meadows, a son, Harold Eugene Meadows, his brothers, Wade L. Meadows and Don Meadows, a young brother, Wayne, and sisters Juanita Sharpe and Catherine Meadows. He is the son of the late Samuel Meadows and Florence H. Meadows.
Surviving are his son, Larry R. Meadows; daughters, Darlene M. Vaillancourt (Bob) and Betty M. Fair (Mark); daughter-in-law, Nancy H. Meadows; brother-in-law, McKinley Sharp; nine grandchildren; one step-granddaughter; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He is also survived by sisters Betty M. Sharpe, Carolyn M. Radcliff, and brothers Kyle Meadows (Cheryl), Owen Meadows, and Floyd Meadows (Sandy).
Harold retired from Sears and Company, and became a small grocery owner of Erwin Hills Grocery. He was gifted with knowledge of small engines, repairing lawn equipment, etc. for friends and for the community. He loved his antique autos and holds a first place trophy champion of his 31 Ford. He showed several other antique autos and belonged to the local Antique Auto Club. He restored several over the years, and traveled to many auto exhibitions.
He is a lifelong member of Georgetown Baptist Church.
The family expresses special gratitude to his special friends, Jack Briggs who visited him weekly, David Herron who delivered meals twice weekly, and to Jan Wilson.
A receiving for friends and family will be held on Monday, January 20, at the Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Private burial with military honors for family and friends will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 21, at the Western Carolina State Veteran’s Cemetery in Black Mountain. The Rev. Jacob Ellege and David Rogers will preside.
Flowers are welcome; however, donations may be made to Georgetown Baptist Church, PO Box 448, Leicester, NC 28748, or to Victory Baptist Church Meals for the Homebound, 80 Olivette Rd., Asheville, NC 28804.
Services
Visitation: January 20, 2020 6:00 pm - April 26, 2024 8:00 pm
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
Funeral Service: January 21, 2020 10:00 am
Western Carolina State Veterans Cemetery Chapel
962 Old US Hwy 70
Black Mountain, NC 28711
828-252-3535
Burial: January 21, 2020 10:30 am
Western Carolina State Veteran's Cemetery
962 Old US Hwy 70
Black Mountain, NC 28711
(828)669-0684
View current weather.
Memories Timeline
Guestbook
Sign the Guestbook, Light a Candle
Betty, Darlene, Larry and families.. So sorry to hear of your Father’s passing. Prayers for You and all the family.
I’m so sorry for your loss. Uncle Harold was a favorite uncle of mine. I’m sure you will miss him greatly. Prayers for everyone.
Larry, Darlene and Betty y’all are in my prayers. I’ve thought a lot today about our childhoods and how blessed we were to have had such talented daddies! Can’t you just see those two in heaven “working” on something! Love y’all and wish I could be there.
Betty & Family, Deepest condolences to you and your loved ones. Prayers for peace and strength now and the days ahead.
Dan Bullman
So sorry for your loss .
Betty and family sorry for the loss of your daddy. Praying for all
Betty and Family,
So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Darlene,Betty, and Larry I’m so sorry for your loss. Growing up your family was like my family. Most weekends were spent at my house or yours. So blessed to have lifetime friends. May God hold you a little tighter tonight.
Linda Pitts
Uncle Harold was a great man. I remember visiting him at the store where he and Daddy would talk for hours. I am sure there is a great reunion going on in Heaven.
Uncle Harold was a great man. I remember tagging along with Daddy and visiting him at the store. They would talk for hours. I am sure they are all having a time of rejoicing now.
Betty and family sorry about your dad’s passing my prayers are with you all may God bless juanita teague BLANKENSHIP
Phil and Joyce Dover Evans
Our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to your family as you cope with your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
We extend our sympathy to his family. He was a great friend. He kept my lawnmower running and we shared good A Model times. When I would visit in the spring he would give me a bunch of ramps! He and Colleen always made me feel at home. He will be missed, but I have lasting memories.