James “Buddy” Meade, age 89 of Russellville, Kentucky passed away Thursday, June 6, 2024 at Creekwood Nursing and Rehab in Russellville. He was born in Russellville, Kentucky on June 29, 1934 to the late James Thomas Meade and Christine Herndon Meade. He was a US Army veteran who served with the 82nd Airborne as a paratrooper. He retired from Rockwell as a tool & die engineer after working there for 20 years.
After retirement, he was a co-owner of Market Square Furniture and Appliance and served his community as a member of the Optimist Club. He was a lifelong member of First Baptist Church where he served as past Deacon and Trustee. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Betty Baird. He is survived by:
Wife of 66 years ~ Fredia Taylor Meade
4 Sons ~ Jeff Meade and wife, Kay ~ Russellville, KY
Barry Meade and wife, Beth ~ Hopkinsville, KY
Michael Meade and wife, Diane ~ Gallatin, TN
Jim Meade and wife, Lisa ~ Hickory, NC
5 Grandchildren and Several Step Grandchildren and Step Great Grandchildren
A Celebration of Life service for James “Buddy” Meade will be held at a later date.
Summers and Son Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
