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Patricia Meadows Obituary

Name: Visitation for Patricia Meadows
Start: 2023-03-18T16:00:00.000Z
End: 2023-03-18T17:00:00.000Z
Location: Marriott at the University of Dayton

MEADOWS, Patricia

Patricia Meadows, age 77, passed away on March 3, 2023, in Cleveland, OH. She was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Charles Reed Meadows, parents Walter Staples and Anna Cecil, and Surrogate Mother, Phyllius Meadows.

Patricia, affectionately known as Pat, was born in Charleston, West Virginia in 1946. She received her bachelor's degree in Sociology and Psychology from West Virginia State University and her Master of Science Degree in Social Welfare Administration from the University of Cincinnati. A native of Charleston, West Virginia, Pat and her husband moved to Dayton in 1968. Pat was the Director of Medical Social Services and Discharge Planning and Senior Care for Miami Valley Hospital for 21 years. After moving to Durham, NC in 1993, Pat worked as the Director of Social Work and then Associate Operating Officer at Duke University. Pat returned to Dayton in 2002 and served as Executive Director of the National Conference for Community and Justice of Greater Dayton until her retirement in 2012.

Pat was National President of the Society for Social Work Leadership in Health Care in 1990 (the Society's 25th Year) and served on the Board of Directors for six years. She was also a Golden Soror and Life Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Tau Lambda Omega Chapter, where she served as President, Vice-President, Parliamentarian and Chaplain. Pat was a member of Trinity Presbyterian Church where she served as a Ruling Elder, member of the Mass Choir and Co-Moderator of the Presbyterian Women.

Pat has been recognized with numerous awards for her professional and personal efforts, which include, 2020 Champions of Hope Cancer Survivor Award from the Miami Valley Hospital Foundation, 2018 Glover L. Smiley 110% Award from the West Virginia State University Alumni Association, 2016 Schylbea J. Hopkins Golden Soror of the Year Award at the 85th AKA Great Lakes Regional Conference, the Dayton Daily News 2009 Ten Top Women, and the 2008 Ten Top African American Women Award from the African American CEO's. Following retirement, Pat continued her service on several community boards and committees. Pat was known for her love of music, often serving as a church choir member and director, line dancing, and football, especially Tom Brady.

Pat is survived by her three sons: Anthony (Robin) Meadows, Cherry Hill, NJ, Loren (Marsha) Meadows, Gainesville, FL, and Marion (Chante) Meadows, Columbus, OH; six grandchildren: James (Jessenia), Sydney, Jackson, Andrew, Channing, Chase; Brothers: Walter Staples of Boligee, AL, Dallas (Karen) Staples of Charleston, WV, and Carl (Jean) Staples of Redding, PA; Goddaughter, Nicole Brooks Robinson, Dayton, OH ; Godson, Michael Harmon, South Charleston, WV; numerous cousins, nephews, nieces, other family and special friends.

Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, March 18, 2023 at the Marriott at the University of Dayton, 1414 S. Patterson Blvd, Dayton, OH 45409. The family will receive guests at 12:00 p.m. and the formal program will begin at 1:00 p.m. The Ivy Beyond the Wall Ceremony will take place at 11:00 a.m.

Arrangements entrusted to Thomas Funeral Home & Crematory, Trotwood, OH. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Charles and Pat Meadows Scholarship Fund, Fund 1776 through the Dayton Foundation.

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Published by Dayton Daily News on Mar. 8, 2023.

Memories and Condolences
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14 Entries

Yvonne Alsup

March 21, 2023

My brothers and I grew up with Patricia and her family in Charleston, WV. We have many fond members of not only Patricia, but her brothers.

We were shocked to hear of her passing. I, especially, because she was just sharing and smiling on our "Homie Charleston" monthly Zoom call in February with friends from Charleston.

Patricia accomplished much outside of her community as well as in her community. She will be greaty missed.

With deepest sympathy from Yvonne Alsup and brothers Moses, Frederick and Ronald Newsome.

Connie Beatty

March 18, 2023

Dear Family of Patricia Meadows,
I am so sorry to hear about her passing. She was a wonderful friend and Blessing to my mother Ethel Carr at Trinity Presbyterian Church. She checked on her and took her home on many occasions when my mother stopped driving.
They shared good times at Trinity and in the community as well. I always admired Pat's
enthusiasm for life,her service in many organizations, and her overall kindness to everyone. She will be missed and leaves a great legacy for us to follow.
May God Bless you!
Connie B.

Carol Prewitt

March 17, 2023

My sincere condolences to the Meadows family. Pat was a wonderful human being, Servant Leader, and Change Agent. Her beautiful, positive spirit will be remembered by many. May her soul and the souls of the faithfully departed, by the mercy of God, rest in eternal peace.
Blessings and Peace,
Carol Prewitt
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Beta Eta Omega Chapter
Dayton, Ohio

Joan Eckert

March 16, 2023

I send heartfelt condolences to the family of Pat Meadows and to the legion of friends who mourn the loss of this wonderful woman who lived an exemplary life of love and service to God, family and community. I personally am bereft at the passing of my friend and colleague.
It was my privilege to know and work for Pat as her assistant at NCCJ for 10 years from 2003 until she retired. Those years well reflected her professionalism and the love and care that Pat exhibited to all she encountered. She lived a life of honor and service in all she undertook.
Rest in peace, dear Pat, and I know your steadfast faith in God assures that you are in His presence now.
Eternal rest for your soul for the good life you lived here on Earth.

Helen Willis

March 15, 2023

Condolences to the family for Pat Meadows. She was beautiful inside and out! She will be truly missed! I will keep the family in my prayers!!

Cindy Minton Piatt

March 14, 2023

I was honored and fortunate to work with Pat as a member of the Medical Social Services and Discharge Planning Dept at MVH for seven years. She was the consummate social worker - professional, compassionate, strong, ethical and she endlessly strove to move the social work profession forward. She was also fun and loving and a powerful presence no matter where she focused her energy. The doors of heaven are wide open for Pat.

Brenda Gerhardt

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Emily Blayney

March 11, 2023

I worked with Pat at Miami Valley Hospital for many years. She was a lovely lady.

Marylen Harmon

March 10, 2023

I have many fond memories of my A.K.A. sister. We enjoyed being together at our West Va. State Homecoming this year. My sympathy and prayers are with the family at this time.

Eternal Affection Arrangement- BASKET INCLUDED

Gary L. LeRoy and family'

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Charlotte Simpson

March 9, 2023

Ms Meadows was a dream client whenever she held events at Sinclair. Always classy and professional. Her beautiful personality and smile will be missed by all who knew her.
I send my deepest sympathy to her family and friends.

Jeannie Strausburg

March 8, 2023

Many years ago Pat gave me my first social work position at Miami Valley Hospital, where I then worked for 10 years. She built a department that grew tremendously throughout her career there. I occasionally would see her after that while she was still the Director of Social Services. I remember several staff Christmas parties at her home and the birth of her two oldest sons. My condolences to her family. May all your memories of her be of comfort to you as your say your goodbyes. Jeannie Strausburg

Christina harper

March 8, 2023

Your mom was a mentor and friend . I learned a great deal from her and she helped me develop as a social worker and person . I worked for her many years at the valley. She has positively influenced many . God bless all her family during this time.

Lorraine Russell

March 8, 2023

So sorry to hear of Pat´s passing. She was such an inspiration! I liked to think of her as my "quiet mentor." I only had the opportunity to ask for her guidance a time or two (and of course she was right) but I always admired her from afar. Dayton has truly lost a gem. I worked with Charles at the City & didn´t know he´d passed as well since I am no longer local. Sending warm thoughts and condolences to all their family and friends.

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