Billy Ray Meadows
Billy Ray Meadows, 69, of Decatur, passed away on Monday, February 1, 2021 at his residence.
He was a member of Morning View Baptist Church. He enjoyed softball, long walks, camping, and wood working. Most of all he enjoyed hanging out with his grandson. He was Staff Sgt in the United States Airforce, worked at Shaw Industries, drove a bus for Meigs County School System, worked as a brick mason, tree trimmer and lawn care services.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Rebecca Pilkey Meadows; brothers, Frank Meadows, Clyde Meadows, William (Wick) Meadows, Howard (Buzz) Meadows and Danny Meadows Sr.; and sisters, Barbra Jean Fagg and Anna Sue Tilley.
He is survived by his daughters, Sherry Meadows of Decatur, and Gina Davis (Buddy) of Decatur; brother, Kenny Meadows of Decatur, and Leroy Meadows of Decatur; sister, Wanda Faye Stokes of Harrison; grandson, Cole Patton; great-grandchildren, Rhett Patton and Harper Patton; special friend, Debra Jordan; honorary grandchildren, Haylee Womac, Adalee Womac, Emilee Womac and Sophie Ford; and several nieces, nephews, other extended family, and many friends.
A graveside service will be held on Friday, Feb. 5, at 1 p.m. at Meigs County Memorial Gardens with the Rev. Mike Couch officiating.
The funeral home will be open from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. prior to the service for friends to pay their respects.
Pallbearers will include Cole Patton, Matt Meadows, Mark Meadows, Gary Meadows, Tim Meadows, Allen Meadows, with his nephews serving as honorary pallbearers.
Due to COVID-19 regulations we ask that you bring and wear your mask during the service and practice social distancing.