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Obituary For Samuel Edward Meadows

Samuel Edward Meadows, 80 of Eden, NC passed Friday, April 19, 2024. Public viewing will be held Friday, April 26, 2024 from 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Perry Spencer Funeral Home, 511 Henry Street, Eden, NC. The family will receive friends Saturday, April 27, 2024 at Morning Star Baptist Church, 607 Stanton St., Eden, NC from 12 Noon - 1:00 p.m. with the funeral service beginning at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Hamlin Cemetery, Eden, NC

Samuel Edward Meadows was born in Rockingham County on July 11, 1943 to the late Samuel Henry Meadows and and the late Christine B. Wilson. Samuel Meadows departed this life and went home to be with the Lord on April 19, 2024. Sam was the oldest son of ten children, Sam passionately loved and took care of his family.

Sam graduated from Douglass High School in 963. He worked for Fieldcrest Mills, Inc. from over 40 years until he retired. Sam was a faithful and dedicated member of Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church, where he served ad Co-Cairman of the Deacon Board, Church Treasurer, Trustee, Treasurer of the Usher Board and Vacation Bible School Teacher. He also served as a member of the Senior Usher Board as well as a member of the Gospel choir and Male Chorus.

Sam loved people and never met a stranger. He always provided as encouraging word. Sam would say, “Trust the Lord for the journey!” Pine Fork w3as his community. There, everyone supported each other and respected him and his family. Each one will mis him dearly.

Sam loved to play golf, pitch horseshoes and play basketball. His favorite team was the Dallas Cowboys. He also followed the LA Dodgers, San Antonio Spurs, Wake Forest University and ABC (ANYBODY BUT CAROLINA).

Sam was preceded in death by his brothers, Jame Elbert Rucker, Arthur Jones Rucker and his sisters: Barbara Ann Johnson and Vinnie Marie Tyson and her husband, Billy Jean Tyson.

Sam leaves to cherish his memories his wife, Lizetta Strong Meadows of the home, Everett Meadows (Delydia) of Greensboro, NC, Kyrrah Meadows (Melisha) of Portmount, VA; four granddaughters; Tenay, Shalise, Kayla and Erin. Two great-grandchildren; Drew and Moriah Pettiford. Four brothers: Carl Sherman Rucker of Eden, NC, Link Forrest Rucker of Greensboro, NC, Reginald Van Rucker of Troy, NC and Jason Donnell Rucker (Mary) of Tracy, CA, one sister; Mamie Michelle Hairston (Ray) of Eden, NC, one aunt; Parthenia Broadnax of Deleware and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Guest Book

My heart is very saddened, but I know Sam is with Jesus, Our Lord and Savior. He will be greatly missed. I knew him from my mother working at Fieldcrest Mills and from the dental office of Abbey Hawkins in Eden. He always had a smile and a kind word for everyone. May God provide his family with comfort. Heaven will be so sweet when we see all our loved ones and friends again!

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Remembering Deacon Sam with great respect and admiration. Praying the Lord's strength and comfort unto the Meadows Family for your loss, in Jesus' name, Amen. Love y'all, Donald & Diana Smith & Family

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May you find comfort in the Lord and joy in the memories of your love one. Sam was a kind and good person to all who knew him. May he rest in eternal peace. Equilla Moyer Parris & Family

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My love and prayers go out to Sam Meadows family. He will be missed and was very neighborly to our family. Kathy and Jamar Teamer

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Everett & Kyrrha I'm sorry for the loss of your Dad. Sam was a great neighbor to us and the community also each time I would come home I would always stop by or see Sam out in the yard I would stop and speak to him and he would always ask about how was the family doing.Sam will be truly missed,God just gain a great man.. Rest in Heaven Sam Meadows. From The Harris's ( Michelle, Brad ,Greg,Victor and Matthew)

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My deepest condolences goes out to the Meadows family. Mr. Sam was the all around best man of God, husband, father, grandfather, godfather to my daughter, mentor to my boys, and neighbor. He will truly be missed throughout the community. He never met a stranger and was loved by all. Monique Scales & Family

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My condolences,Praying for the family,God Bless ❤️ Jerry Jeffries.

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I send prayers and condolences to my Blue Creek family from the Scales Family. May God comfort you in the days ahead.

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Although I know no words can ease the loss you feel, just know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Elma Scott Goodlett and family.

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Goodbyes are not forever. Goodbyes are not the end. They simple mean that your dad will be missed until you meet again. Praying that the arms of God gives the comfort that you need this moment.

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Everett and the Meadows family, please accept my sincerest condolences on the transition of Mr. Sam. I rejoice with you in knowing that because Mr. Sam was a warrior for the Lord, he has reached his eternal reward. Prayers of comfort and peace to you as you carry on. Teresa Kellam-Gilchrist

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My prayers are with the family and may the Lord continue to Bless you during this time of bereavement. Sam always had that big smile every time I was in his presence ❤️ He will be missed. Earlean Hairston Martin, Linda Hampton & Family

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My deepest condolences to your family. Such fond memories of Sam...Lois Hairston Simpson

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Sister Meadows and family we are sending our prayers and condolences to you we are sending our love to you and your family we are so sorry to hear about our brother he was a faithful Deacon may God hold you in his arms. Elder Terry and first lady Mona Lisa Hairston and church.

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Thinking of you and your mom and family. Billy Ayers

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Everett, we are sorry for your loss. We are sending our deepest condolences to you and your family. Toyota Tsusho America and Industrial Tech Services.

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We are so sorry for your loss...Praying that God give you all the strength and comfort...We sure gonna miss our friend Mr.Sam The Broadnax/Shuff Family

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Sending lots of love and prayers to the family during this difficult time. From the Tinsleys

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My prayers & thoughts are with the entire family. We will miss Uncle Sam! Kenette, Babette, Orion & Athena 💜

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Praying for you as we fondly remember your husband and father. Thomas & Hazel Hairston

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In this time of sorrow, may the embrace of loved ones bring you solace. The loss of your father, Deacon Samuel Meadows, leaves a void words cannot fill. Draw strength from shared memories and the enduring legacy of faith and service he leaves behind. Remember Psalms 34:18, "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted." Trust in the promise of eternal life (John 14:2-3) and lean on each other for support. Deacon Samuel's light lives on in the hearts he touched. Our deepest condolences to you and our family. - Reverend H.Kamara & Family

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Everett I am so sorry to hear of the death of your father. He was a wonderful person to know. He was always upbeat and encouraging whenever I talked to him. I would often stop my school bus and chat with him when he was out walking in the neighborhood. You, your mom and brother are in my prayers! I love y'all!❤️❤️

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Grateful for the life that Deacon Sam lead. He always gave guidance and encouragement to me and family. Always kind and gentle. Always closing out even tough conversations with a smile and a pat on the back....and keys jangling in his pocket...missing him. Praying for family. --Min. Lauretta Nunley & Family

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Our prayers are with your family The Clark Family

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Our prayers are with your family The Clark Family

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So sorry for the loss of your love one,the children of Mae and Percy Gravely

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To the Family of Mr. Sam Meadows, you all have my deepest condolences.I worked for Mr. Meadows at Pillow Tex for several years. Sending Prayers to the Family. Virginia Chandler.

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Lamonte and Karen Hairston and family

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Everett, Kyrra and family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of you Dad "Bruh Meadows" as I fondly called him. He always had a warm greeting a genuine smile and words of encouragement every time I saw him. Whenever I'd come to Morning Star he'd always come from wherever he was and ask me to come sit up front with the deacons and quite often ask me to do a prayer. I sometimes didn't feel up to the task but it was he among others that would encourage me to go forward anyway. In this difficult time please know that there are so many that grieve with you and we will continue to loft your family in prayer.

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Our thoughts and prayers are with the Meadows family. We will remember Sam's pleasant smile and kind heart. Until we meet again, rest in Jesus. The Carter Family

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My deepest sympathy to this extended family.Sam was a very nice person.It was always a joy to talk to him.I am sorry for your loss.Treasure the moments spent with him. Alma Neal and FamilyMM

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So sorry to hear the loss of Deacon Meadows. I didn't know 4/17/24 would be the last hand shake and conversation. He will be missed in the community and at First National Bank. Family, have peace in knowing He lived a life of Christian service and has gained eternal life in the presence of God. Lifting you all up in prayer for comfort and strength in the days ahead. Darius Haith

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To the family of our loved one, Sam Meadows; God has truly blessed us all by allowing us to share time with this such a soul as Sam's. I humbly offer my condolences and prayers as you embark on this journey. Carl "Jeff" and Elnora "Butch" Dillard

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Sending my condolences on your loss. I'm praying for all of you and I'm definitely going to miss seeing and talking to him around town

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To the Meadows family, Mr. Samuel was a friend and neighbor for more than forty years. He was a very nice person always a welcoming smile and wave. He will truly be missed. We are sending our deepest condolences to the family. RIP Mr. Sam. The Mabel S. Florence family

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I was so deeply sadden to hear of this. Mr. Meadows was like a second father to me growing up with Everette and Kyra. Many great memories with the family. Prayers to the family.

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May you have eternal rest.Your cousins,Joan,Sherman,Mary,Yvonne and Gwen

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Everett and Kyrra sorry for your loss. MR.SAM was an awesome man,friend and community neighbor. He will be missed.my continued prayers for the family. Tracey Broadnax Terry

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Everett, Delydia, Erin, we offer our most heartfelt condolences to you and the entire family! We are here for you, now and in the days to come! We are praying with you and for you! Sending infinite love your way and endless hugs!! We love you!! Morris & Kassandra

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Everett & Kyrrha I'm sorry for the loss of your Dad. Sam was a mentor to us lil youngsters & an upstanding man in the neighborhood..God just gain a great man.. Rest In Peace: Sam Meadows -- Gordon Millner

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Everett & Kyrrha I'm sorry about the loss of your Dad. Sam was a mentor to us when we were lil youngsters & and upstanding man in the neighborhood.. God just gained an awesome Angel. Rest In Peace: Sam Meadows

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Everett, sending our sincere condolences to you and your family. Your dad will be missed bur never forgotten. Our family are here for you and your family. Love you!! From the Degraffenreid's, Dickerson's and Griffin families.

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Everett, we want to send our sincere condolences to you and your loved ones. May God comfort you today and in all the days to come. We shall keep you lifted up in prayer. Dorothy Moore, Lawrence Moore and Debra Moore Branton.

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With Deepest sympathy, Gone but remains forever in our hearts 💕 May Almighty GOD continue to strengthen Family and Friends, Agape Love Sandra Moore and Family.

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Everett,my heart goes out to you and your family.Sam was like a brother to me.Praying for you and your family.Sam will dearly missed.

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Praying for strength Everett for you and your family. Sam was a great man he will be truly missed. Juliette Miller

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My dearest cousin Sam, your time on earth is no longer, but you will forever be in our hearts. Lovely, Your cousins in Columbus, Georgia and Phenix City, Alabama

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On behalf of the Hampton family we send our deepest condolences and prayers to the Meadows family we will miss you dearly Sam meadows

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Cousin Sam will be greatly missed. We will cherish the memories forever. Praying for our family. Love your first cousins (Meadows), Blue Creek Community

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Everett, My heart goes out to you for the loss of your father,may God continue to keep his arms around you during this difficult time.Carla Hairston & Family

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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