Jerry Lester Meadows

Jerry Lester Meadows, born on August 30, 1942, a resident of Sevierville, TN and formerly from Rockwood, TN ran into the arms of Jesus on Saturday, December 28, 2024, at Fort Sanders Hospital, Knoxville, TN. A loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, youth leader, joke teller, lay leader, deacon, coach, and friend. Jerry lived a life filled with love, faith, family, football and service to others. 

Jerry was a devoted husband to Sunny for 63 beautiful years, sharing a love and partnership that was an inspiration to all who knew them. He was an incredible father to Cathy Gibson and Scott Meadows, and the proud grandfather of seven grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren and treated many, many, more as his own family. Family was his greatest treasure, and he cherished every moment spent with them making memories. 

Jerry dedicated 25 years of his career to serving as a Hospital Assistant Administrator at Chamberlain Memorial Hospital. Afterwards, he contributed to the cleanup efforts at several plants in Oak Ridge. In the later years of his career, Jerry worked as a teaching assistant at William Blount High School, where he also helped his son coach football. His professional journey reflected his dedication to serving his community and inspiring others. 

Jerry’s life was a testament to his love for Jesus, his quick humor, and his ever-present joyful smile. He was a straight shooter, always ready with a joke, and never missed an opportunity to give anyone and everyone a hug. He met no stranger, welcoming all with open arms and a warm heart. In his free time, Jerry enjoyed playing golf, working crossword puzzles, and spending countless hours watching football practices. Above all, he loved attending his grandchildren and great-grandchildren’s games and activities, cheering them on with pride and joy. 

Whether mentoring as a youth leader, inspiring as a coach, serving as deacon of his church or spreading laughter with his jokes, Jerry’s impact on others was immeasurable and created an impact on so many people. His faithful devotion to his family and community will be a legacy remembered and cherished by all who knew him. 

Preceded in death by his parents, Guy and Anna Meadows, his brothers Guy Meadows, Don Meadows, G.E. Meadows, Bobby Meadows, J. Lee Meadows and sisters Leona Jackson, Eula McGee, Doris Dripps, and his grandson, Derrick Patterson 

Survived by his wife Sunny; daughter, Cathy Gibson (James Gibson), son, Scott Meadows (Patty Meadows), grandchildren: Lindsey Isham (JR Isham), Tyler Griffin (Cara Griffin), Megan Yagnich, Drew Meadows (Kasey Meadows), Rachel Fulmer, Alec Meadows (McKenzie Hammond), Raymond Meadows. Great grandchildren: Griffin Isham, Caylor Yagnich, Carter Isham, Ella Yagnich, Hadley Yagnich, Lexi Isham, Max Griffin, Finley Yagnich, Cam Griffin, Nora Meadows, Riley Steele, Evan Meadows and Baker Meadows; sister, Mary Jo Cunningham and many nieces and nephews. 

Services will be held at Rockwood United Methodist Church, 801 N. Kingston Ave., Rockwood, TN, Thursday, January 2nd. Receiving friends 5-7 and service to follow with Pastors JR Isham and Dr. Terry Kirby. Graveside will be Friday, January 3rd at 11am (EST) at Oak Grove Cemetery, 699 E. Strang St., Rockwood, TN. Celebration of life service Saturday, January 4th at First Baptist Church of Pigeon Forge 3290 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN. Receiving friends 10-11 am with service to follow at 11am. Memorial contributions to be made to Rockwood United Methodist Church and First Baptist Pigeon Forge in Jerry's honor. An online register is available at www.evansmortuary.biz. Evans Mortuary of Rockwood, TN is serving the family of Jerry Lester Meadows.