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1932
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Gene Meadows Obituary
Gene Marlene Minter Meadows, 89, of Martinsville, died on Friday November 5, 2021, at Sovah Health of Martinsville. She was born on August 13, 1932, in Martinsville, to the late Dorsey Eugene and Elizabeth Simmons Eggleston Minter. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, William "Billy" Joe Meadows; sister, Lucy Dolores "Lois" Young; nephew, Bradley Todd Cochran; and great-grandson, Quentin Alan Redd.
She was a graduate of Martinsville High School in 1950. She worked as an administrative assistant at Lacy/Pannill/Sara Lee for 45 years. She then worked for Chatham Heights Baptist Church as Administrative and Financial Secretary for 18 years before retiring at age 80.
Marlene was a long time member of Chatham Heights Baptist Church where she served as a Sunday School Teacher, WMU Director, Stewardship Director, HCBA Youth on Mission Leader, and a member of several committees. She also served as a member of the Vocational Committee at Martinsville High School. She especially enjoyed the CHBC softball team as a scorekeeper and sponsor of an award dinner. She was also a member with her husband on several bowling teams, winning the Sportsmanship Trophy several years in a row.
Surviving are three daughters, Kathryn "Kaye" Elizabeth Lawson and husband, Jerry, Susan Gayle Dove and husband, Wayne, of Martinsville, and Marlene Denise Gilley and husband, Rick, of Henry, Virginia; one grandson, Wade Matthew Dove, two step-granddaughters, Nichole Leigh Redd and husband, Chris, of Stuart, Virginia, and ReVonda Michelle Gilley of North Carolina; and four step-great-granchildren, Kayla Nichole Redd, Cameron Alan Redd, Savannah Nichole Halbrook, Tyler Wayne Carr, and Kayra Shawn Carr.
A memorial service will be held Thurdsay, November 11, 2021, at 12:30 p.m. located at Chatham Heights Baptist Church, Martinsville. Family visitation will immediately follow the memorial service. Interment will be private at Roselawn Burial Park. Officiating will be the Reverend Dr. Michael Hatfield.
Memorials may be made to the Chatham Heights Baptist Church: 1235 Chatham Heights Martinsville, VA 24112-2121 or the charity of your choice.
Roselawn Chapel Funeral Home and Burial Park entrusted with arrangements.
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Lois Prillaman
November 10, 2021
Dear Kaye, Susan and Denise,
So sorry about the loss of Marlene. She was such a special person - full of life and compassion for all. I always enjoyed being around her! Sending prayers and love.
ReVonda
November 9, 2021
A limb has fallen from the family tree.
I keep hearing a voice that says,
"Grieve not for me.
Remember the best times,
the laughter, the song.
The good life I lived
while I was strong.
Continue my heritage,
I´m counting on you.
Keep smiling and surely
the sun will shine through.
My mind is at ease,
my soul is at rest.
Remembering all,
how I truly was blessed.
Continue traditions,
no matter how small.
Go on with your life,
don´t worry about falls.
I miss you all dearly,
so keep up your chin.
Until the day comes
we´re together again."
- Author Unknown
Sharon Slate
November 7, 2021
Denise, Susan and Kaye, I´m so sorry for the loss of your Mother. Will be praying for you all. My God give you the strength to get through these hard times. May God bless you all. Love you guys.
Gail Boaz
November 7, 2021
So sorry about the passing of sweet Marlene. She will be so missed. That lovely smile could light up an entire room.
Barbara Jean Cole Turner
November 7, 2021
Kaye, Susan and Denise - So sorry to hear about your mom. She was such a sweet and kind person. All of you will be in my prayers. Love you
Sandra Chappell
November 7, 2021
Sincerest sympathies to Marlene's family..she was such a sweet lady to all..hugs & prayers
Jim Robertson
November 7, 2021
A wonderful lady.
Shirley Ehly
November 7, 2021
Susan, Kate and Denise...so sorry and sad to hear about your Mom. A lot of fond memories of working at Lacy Mfg.
Renae Newman Calhoun
November 7, 2021
Dear Kaye, Susan & Denise:. Your sweet mom was one of a kind, a ray of sunshine all the time. I know she will be missed greatly, but rejoice that she is celebrating with your dad in heaven now. I love you!
Marla Rogers
November 7, 2021
My sympathy to the family. You each will be in my thoughts and prayers.
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