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Jeffery Lynn Meeks

1941 - 2017

Jeffery Lynn Meeks obituary, 1941-2017, Salinas, CA

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Jeffery Meeks Obituary

Jeffery Lynn Meeks

August 17, 1941 - August 28, 2017

Salinas

Jeffery Lynn Meeks, 76, of Salinas, passed away Monday, August 28, 2017 at Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Jeff was born August 17, 1941, in Salinas.

Jeff grew up in a hard working blue collar family in Alisal and had a real drive to succeed in life. He graduated from Salinas High School in 1960 and continued his education at Hartnell College, Fresno State, and U.C. Berkeley. Jeff's career began with the Credit Bureau of Salinas. Through his hard work and determination, built Credit Consulting Services, Inc., the largest and oldest collection agency in the Tri-County area. Jeff was well respected by his peers within the industry and throughout the community.

Jeff was preceded in death by his parents, James and Ina Mae Meeks; brother, Robert (Bob) Meeks, and sister-in-law, Joan Meeks.

Jeff leaves loving memories to be cherished by his wife of 29 years, Debbie; as well as daughter, Mallory Mae Meeks; son, Rodney (Christine) Meeks, and three deeply cherished grandchildren, Madison, Caroline, and Lindsey. He is survived by brother, Steve (Debbie) Meeks of Bakersfield; sister, Charlene Close (Kenny) of Coarsegold, and numerous nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life will be held for friends and family from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 2, 2017, at Corral de Tierra Country Club, 81 Corral de Tierra Road in Corral de Tierra.

The family would like to express heartfelt and sincere gratitude to Dr. James Dacus, Dr. Harlan Grogin, Dr. Mario Cole, Dr. Kelsey Gray, Dr. Frank Ganzhorn, the staff and nurses of Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital for their care and support during Jeff's final days.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggest donations to Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital Foundation (www.svmhfoundation.org).

Arrangements have been entrusted to Struve and Laporte Funeral Home.

For more information and to share a memory, visit www.struveandlaporte.com.

Published by The Salinas Californian on Sep. 1, 2017.
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Dear Rodney, Debbie and Mallory,
Your Jeff was always someone I sought out for a cheery comment and an inviting spirit. Our community is lessened by his loss.
Debby Nelson

September 13, 2017

Debbie and Rodney, I just learned of Jeff's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of the family.

Joann (Martella) Kinzer

September 6, 2017

Debbie & Rodney,

So sorry to hear about your loss. Jeff was always a friend and would help whenever asked. We will all miss him. All the best to you in this tough time.

Ron & Lars Frieberg

Lars Frieberg

September 5, 2017

Rodney and family, So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are will you. Linda Guinn

September 5, 2017

I am so sorry for your loss. Jeff was loved by all. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. R.I.P. Jeff

Karen Givens

September 3, 2017

Rodney and family:

My prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. i will see you in a couple of weeks.

God bless Mr. Meeks...he will be missed.

Your old friend,

Victor

Victor Brito

September 2, 2017

I've watched this family deal with Jeff's passing for a week now and am in total awe. Such love and support. We love them all and will miss Jeff deeply. He was a true gentleman and entrepreneur. He left an amazing legacy. Anything you need, we are here. Love, Craig and Melody.

Melody Young

Friend

September 1, 2017

Sorry to hear about Jeff's passing. He was a good man and a good friend of mine and my mom, Aileen. I'm sure he will be greatly missed by family and close friends.

Loran Hunt

September 1, 2017

Dear Debbie, my heartfelt sympathies to you and Mallory and Rodney and his family in the loss of your husband and father, Jeff. Since my business career foundation started with the two of you at CCS, I am truly saddened. You and Jeff are a forever memory.

Diana Curry Valenzuela

August 31, 2017

Very saddened to hear of Jeff's passing. Jeff was a classmate, neighbor and friend. Rodney and family, Tom and I send our prayers and deepest sympathy to you at this time. God Bless you all. xox

Marilyn and Tom Cole

August 31, 2017

Debbie and Mallory, Deepest sympathy on the loss of your husband and father. I do thank Jeff for taking care of you for so many years. May he rest in peace.

Ray Burk

August 31, 2017

Sadden to learn of your loss of your husband, father & brother. Jeff & I worked for many, many years while I was CEO at LPMA. He was always gracious, kind and thoughtful and did a great job for our company. My heart goes out to Charlene our neighbor on Sutter St for many years as well. May God be with you all. Betty (Elsbeth Alioto) & George Switzer, Sequim, Washington

Elsbeth (Betty) Switzer

Friend

August 31, 2017

Rodney and Christine we are very sorry to hear about your loss. Please know we are thinking of you.

Tami Cumming

August 31, 2017

My prayers are with you and your family. May God be with you and show you His grace in your grieving and I pray love surrounds you all.

Kim Donlon

August 30, 2017

Debbie and Mallory,
So very sorry for the loss of your dear husband and father. My sincere sympathy and love to you both.

Lynette Nappi

August 30, 2017

Rodney and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. I'll be keeping you all in my prayers.

Carli Chasen

August 30, 2017

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