Larry Russell Meadows

Larry Russell Meadows, 89, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, great-uncle, brother-in-law, cousin and friend passed away peacefully at his home in Thomson, GA on April 10, 2025 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease.

Larry was born on March 12, 1936 in Thomson, GA and was the only child of the late Marian Lucille Russell Meadows and George Dexter Meadows, (Sister and Sambo).  He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Elsie Edmunds Meadows, his daughter Angela Meadows Faglier (Keith) of Lincolnton, his grandson Michael Faglier (Caitlin) and his great-grandson, Lawson Faglier of Statesboro.  He is also survived by his brother-in-law, Randall Edmunds (Trudy) of Lincolnton, along with his niece, Jill Edmunds Hamilton (Justin); nephew, Rex Edmunds (Cheri), 5 great-nieces, and a great-nephew, all of Lincolnton.  He also leaves behind many beloved cousins and friends.

Larry spent all his life in his hometown of Thomson, GA.  He was a graduate of Thomson High School.  His daughter and grandson would later graduate from Thomson High School making three generations of his family THS graduates, something that made him quite proud.

Larry started working at National Homes in Thomson and then went to work for Knox Mobile Homes.  This job involved a lot of traveling.  He and the love of his life, Elsie Edmunds Meadows, eloped and enjoyed a two-year “honeymoon” traveling all over the southeast, while he was on the road working.  He worked at Wilson Homes for a number of years, until his retirement.

Larry was a member of Pine Grove Baptist Church in Thomson, where he served as a deacon for many years.  He and his father are responsible for the decorative woodwork throughout the church.  Larry was also a member of the Thomson National Guard and the Thomson Jaycees.

Larry led an active life of hunting, fishing and spending time camping with his family at Clark Hill Lake.  He later developed a love of history and Indian artifacts and was an active member of the Peach State Archeological Society.  He and Elsie traveled to many annual artifacts shows in Georgia and surrounding states.  They also hosted the Peach State Show in Thomson for many years.

Larry will be remembered for his sense of humor, love of family, friends and children, and his giving nature.  He never met a stranger and he always enjoyed spending time with those he knew and loved.

The family wishes to acknowledge and thank his special caregivers, Carol Dean Norman, Phyllis Norman and Willie Marshall, all of Lincolnton, GA.  The family also wishes to acknowledge Felix and Sherry McKie of N. Augusta, SC for their unending love and support.

Visitation will be held at Pine Grove Baptist Church on Monday, April 14, 2025 from 10 to 11, prior to services at 11 AM.  Burial will follow in the church cemetery.  Services will be lead by Randall Edmunds of Lincolnton and Emory Fennel of Swainsboro.  In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Pine Grove Baptist Church or the Peach State Archeological Society.

Pallbearers will be Rex Edmunds, Tommy Hancock, Justin Hamilton, Ronnie Pilgrim, Ethan Edmunds and Steve Swift.  Honorary Pallbearers will be members of the Peach State Archeological Society.

Friends may call at the residence or at the Curtis Funeral Home.  You may sign a guest book at the Curtis Funeral Home, residence or on line at www.curtisfuneralhome.com

Curtis Funeral Home is in charge of local arrangements.