James Meadow Obituary

MILLS RIVER--James Erwin Meadows, 63, of Mills River, NC passed away Friday December 5, 2014 at Mission Hospital. He was a native and lifelong resident of Mills River. He retired from Kimberly Clark Berkeley Mills in 2008 after 39 years. He was currently working at Sunshine Chevrolet.
He was well known for selling knives. He enjoyed going to the flea market, piddling in the yard, spending time with his grandkids and always did anything he could to help everybody.
He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Sheri. Daughter, Angie Meadows and partner Melody Tabor. Son Chris Meadows and wife Heather. Brother Richmond Meadows and wife Delores. Sister Judith Gosnell and husband Sam. Grandkids Lilly, Lacey, Topher, Sierra, great granddaughter Lailynn and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father Paul Richmond Meadows, mother Ruth Posey Meadows and sister Janet Gordon. A memorial service will be held at Mills River Methodist church on Monday, December 8 at 3:00 pm. Following the service family will receive friends at daughter, Angie's house at 59 South Mills River Road until 5:30 pm.

Published by Times-News from Dec. 6 to Dec. 7, 2014.
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So very sorry for your loss. We worked with Jim for many years and Sheri. I believe everyone that worked at Berkeley has a pocket knife Jim sold them. Still carry mine. God bless you all. Rick and Kathy Walker.

Kathy Walker

December 13, 2014

I was saddened to hear about the loss of Jim. He was always so positive & never saw him in a bad mood. A truly uplifting person. I'm sorry I couldn't make it to the commemoration this past Monday. He will continue to live on in all our hearts. The blade he gave to me now holds much more sentimental value. I'll always think of how great of a man he was & how his generousity was unparalleled. Blessings to all of those family members & friends.

Spencer Feagin

December 12, 2014

Angie and Family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Sending love.

Cory Fletcher

December 10, 2014

So sorry to hear that Jim passed..Always a smile and great guy...David thought a lot of Jim as they worked together and friends for years....God Bless you Sherri and the family.

David & Diane Turner

December 9, 2014

So sorry for your loss. Jim was a great guy. Worked with him at Berkeley Mills for years; bowled with Jim and Sheri, lots of memories. We will keep the family in our thoughts and prayers.

Pat Garren

December 9, 2014

I worked with Jim at Sunshine Chevy. He was a great guy. He will be missed!

Joe Townsend

December 8, 2014

Truly a good friend, we all will miss you.
Praying for the family.
Don & Linda Bynum

Bynum Donald

December 8, 2014

sorry for your loss,new jim when he was small,frind of richmond, may god bless allof you

john hooper

December 8, 2014

sorry for the passing of jim. he was a great person. always the same person everytime you seen him. he received respect cause he gave respect to everyone. remember all the good memories. he will be missed by many.

wimpy

December 8, 2014

Jim was a great man, awesome Dad and Granda and friend and will be missed greatly. The Angels are truly singing with the new addition.

Tony and Sheila Ensley

December 8, 2014

We are so sorry to hear about Jim. We are thinking of you all and will be in our prayers.

Leonard Nix

December 8, 2014

James and I were friends and coworkers at Berkeley, my prayers are with the Meadow family.
Donald Cox

December 8, 2014

To Jim's family- Even though your heart is broken you know he'll always be a part of you & you will never forget him. His great smile & personality is unforgettable.

Rickie & Darlene Dotson

December 8, 2014

So sorry For your loss. Thinking of you.

December 8, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

David Sanders

December 8, 2014

Sheri I am so sorry to hear about Jim. He was always so nice and had a big smile. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Nancy Deso

December 8, 2014

I'm sorry for your loss. I ask God to send His Comforter to you in this time of sorrow. May you find comfort in knowing you will see him again one day in heaven. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.

Darlene Miller

December 8, 2014

Sheri, I am so sorry for your loss. Just remember Jim is forever looking over you and will always be with you.

Rhonda Fisher

December 7, 2014

So sorry for your loss. Your in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless

Dick and Sharon Pendleton

December 7, 2014

He was a wonderful man. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

randy and pam hawver

December 7, 2014

Sherry I am very sorry and saddened by Jim's passing. We worked on so many projects at the mill over the years and he always gave his very Best at any job he did. His was always willing to help anyone if they needed him. I will always have the Best memories of Jim. He was a great Man and true friend. Our thoughts and Prayers go out to you and the Family at this time.

Kenny & Debbie Blackwell

December 7, 2014

One great man!! He will be truly missed. May God be with you during this difficult time.

Mary & Jerry Moore

December 7, 2014

Chris we are so sorry about Jim we know how much you and Topher loved him And the girls and your wife.We will keep you all in our thoughts and Prayers. He was a great man. Just remember he is always with you looking down and smiling and watching over you with LOVE. WE send all our love Chris.

Bruce Farnum

December 7, 2014

Our prayers are with you Shrei. Jim was such a joy to be around. We will cherish all the good times.

Becky Maybin

December 7, 2014

I am so blessed to have known this great man. We will forever hold him in our hearts. Jim, may you rest in eternal peace, your work here is done. Until we meet again....

Heather Meadows

December 6, 2014

So sorry to hear about Jim. He will be greatly missed by friends and family. I knew him from school. Great guy

Nancy McCall Taylor

December 6, 2014

We saw three rainbows today. You momma and daddy must be celebrating love you brother

judith

December 6, 2014

So sad to hear of Jim's passing. Every encounter I ever had with him was a joy it seems. Always showing me some knives or just cutting up, he was a wonderful friend. My prayers for his family to be comforted.

Randall Lance

December 6, 2014

Our deepest heartfelt sympathy for those we know personally and all of Jim's family

Paul/Frances Baldwin

December 6, 2014

Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.

April King

December 6, 2014

The Meadows family is in my thoughts and prayers in this time of sorrow. Heaven has called home another Mills River angel. He will be greatly missed.

Anna Brittain

December 6, 2014

Chris, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you all.

Jimmy, Temple and Taryn Parton

December 6, 2014

Uncle Jim, I miss you already. Thinking of all the times we have spent as a family. Making homemade apple butter and ketchup. You were always smiling and happy. Enjoy the company of Grandmother, Grandaddy, and Aunt Janet until we are all together again!! Love you!!!!

Robbie Allen

December 6, 2014

Jim was the most giving person I have meet. Will me miss

Ed Murdoch

December 6, 2014

Always within our hearts and great memories of wonderful days gone by. We love you Uncle Jim, and will one day get to enjoy your presence again.
Till that day......rest easy !!!!

Robert Gosnell

December 6, 2014

our prayers are for the meadows family at this sad time.roy and velma kerr

December 6, 2014

Chris, We are sorry to hear about your Dad, You and your family will be in our prayers. Don & Diane Pace

Don & Diane Pace

December 6, 2014

We are so sorry to hear about Jim. Your family is in our prayers.
Johnny and Regina Ruth

Johnny Ruth

December 6, 2014

Love you Jim I will miss you so

December 6, 2014

Jim was the most giving person I have meet. He will be greatly missed.

Ed Murdoch

December 6, 2014

I am very sorry to hear of Jim's passing. I knew him and Sherry from Berkeley. He was a very nice man and I am sure he will be missed very much.

Glenda Corn

December 6, 2014

You were a great man & will be missed by many

Bob Miller

December 6, 2014

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