of Jonesboro, AR
April 23, 1990 - September 17, 2021
Samuel Ray Meador, Jr., 31, of Heth, Arkansas was called home to Jesus on September 17, 2021.
Samuel was known to his friends and family as Ray, and he was often called "Uncle Ray Ray" by his nieces and nephews.
Ray was born on April 23, 1990 in Memphis, Tennessee to Samuel Ray Meador, Sr., "Sammy", and Stephanie Crites Meador. He was one of four siblings, and the only one who came out with blonde hair. Ray farmed with his dad, Sammy, on their family's farmland in Heth and the surrounding area. He loved what he did for a living and it ran through his blood. At the age of nine, Ray had planted a successful garden that would even put his dad's garden to shame. He loved hunting and fishing, spending time with his family, and just about anything outdoors. He was very close with his mom and dad, and he loved spending time with them. When he wasn't farming, you would most likely find him with his family at the cabin on the Spring River.
Ray was a light to everyone who knew him. He saw people for who they were and loved them just the same. When he walked in the door, a breath of fresh air accompanied him. It was impossible to have a bad day when he was around. Ray loved to cook and he always had a collection of new seasonings and sauces. He would try to sell you on them, too.
More than anything, though, Ray loved his wife, Jordan Meador, and their two children, Samuel Ray Meador, III, "Rhys", 5, and Adelyn Blair Meador, "Addy", 2. His children were the light of his life. Ray was a very hands-on father. In fact, many people would say that he was the best father they knew. He loved taking his children for tractor rides, playing with them outside, and teaching them new things. He never missed a step when it came to his babies. Rhys was his little best friend and Addy was his pride and joy. Even though their time with their daddy was cut short, Ray gave them the best years of his life, and those memories will be cherished forever.
Ray joined his grandfather, Herbert E. Crites Sr.; and his grandmother, Alma Mae Lyter Crites, in Heaven.
He is survived by his wife, Jordan Meador, of Jonesboro and their two children, Samuel Ray Meador, III, "Rhys", and Adelyn Blair Meador "Addy"; his parents, Samuel Ray Meador, Sr., "Sammy", and Stephanie Crites Meador; his grandfather, James Meador (Pat); and his grandmother, Joyce Meador; his three siblings, Sarah Meador Hill (Robert), Shannon Rae Hudson, and Stephen Meador (Jennifer); his aunt, Fairy Miller (Rusty); his uncle, Jimmy Meador; and his uncle, Herbert E. Crites Jr. (Terry), his eight beautiful nieces and nephews which he adored, Emma, Jane Ellis, Elsie, Aubrey, William, Beau, and Oliver; and many cousins and other family who loved him dearly.
Honored to serve as pallbearers are Glen Foster, Robert Hill, Lee Whittley, William Petty, Chase Mooney, and Eugene McNeely.
Visitation will take place at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Memphis, Arkansas from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM, with the service beginning at 12:00 PM, on Tuesday, September 28th. Burial will follow the service at Keller's Chapel in Jonesboro, Arkansas.
The family would also love for you to join them for a Celebration of Life drop-in to honor Ray on Thursday, September 30th, in the atrium at First United Methodist Church in Jonesboro, Arkansas from 3:00 PM until 5:00 PM.
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54 Condolence(s)
Terri Keeler Tomajko
Monday, December 27, 2021
I'm so sorry for your loss.
I came across this quite by accident. But, his grandpa James Meador is my mom's brother. I visited with the entire family in 1997 I think.
I'm just so sorry. This is very sad. I'll pray for you, your children, and his family.
God be with you all.
Laura Weathers
Tuesday, November 9, 2021
Ray was friends with my Drew who passed July 2016. They met in Batesville, AR. I'm so sad to see this terrible news. I'm so very sorry for your loss! God have mercy on your servants! Please give peace to Ray's wife, children, family and all his friends. I'm sure all the ministry boys up there are glad to see finally see their friend again (as well as be with Jesus).
Nicole Benton Dickerson
Sunday, October 10, 2021
Prayers for the family!
Rick and Susie Cordell
Sunday, October 3, 2021
Stephanie and Family - no words can ever express the sorrow we fill with you. Although we remember him as a child, our heart grieves your loss. Know that we have been in prayer for you all.
Brenda
Friday, October 1, 2021
My sincere condolences to Sammy and Stephanie and the entire family. We have known this my family for so many years and they have always been so loving and close. I remember babysitting Ray, TeTe, Sarah and Shannon so many memories with our families.Our family pray for strength and understanding through this difficult time…
Mrs. Tee and Tammy Lawson also sends their love to Sammy and Stephanie/familyðŸ™ðŸ½â¤ï¸
Paul King
Tuesday, September 28, 2021
Sammy&Stephanie- So sorry about your loss. Praying daily for your family.
Glen & Patsy Foster
Tuesday, September 28, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Praying that God wraps you in his arm of comfort.
Wayne and Sherris Bond
Tuesday, September 28, 2021
Skip Jr., Jill and Jordon, so sad to here about the loss of your Son in Law and Jordan’s husband, Ray Meador. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God’s Love and Comforting Ways be with you during this Time of sadness and loss. Wayne and Sherris Bond
Holly Hannah
Tuesday, September 28, 2021
Prayers for the entire family!!
Miles king
Monday, September 27, 2021
My prayers are with y’all
Ryan and Whitney Henry
Sunday, September 26, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers to the entire family. We are so sorry for your great loss!
Doylene Hinze
Saturday, September 25, 2021
Stephanie and Sammy my heart breaks for you and your family and Jordan’s family I didn’t know Ray that well but a lot of people did and he’s really going to be missed. ive cried for yall everyday Its
going to be so hard to look over at that tractor and he’s not there God left a gift in this world a new born baby, Dean Wilder Wright âœï¸
Melanie K Powell
Saturday, September 25, 2021
Skip, so very sorry for the loss of your son-in-law. My prayers for you and to Jordan and her children. God Bless you All!
Brenda Russell
Friday, September 24, 2021
My sweet Ray, I know I will see again. . take care if your precious earthly agenda. Love You!
Sandy Copeland
Friday, September 24, 2021
Jordan, Skip, Jill, and your beautiful children are on my heart at this sad time. I pray the good memories will carry you through this difficult time! I know it seems like a dream because I could not believe it either! God bless you all and know we love you!
Ric, Sandy, and Josh Copeland
Marci Greenwood
Friday, September 24, 2021
Sammy and Stephanie and family, I am so very sorry to hear about ray. May god grant you all peace and comfort through this
Whitney Wright Reeves
Friday, September 24, 2021
I am so incredibly saddened by y’all’s loss! Everyone in the Meadow family and Jordan’s falinly, and their beautiful children are in our prayers of peace and healing!! ðŸ™ðŸ¼ðŸ™ðŸ¼ðŸ™ðŸ¼ðŸ•ŠðŸ•Š
JEFFREY Kraft
Friday, September 24, 2021
Stephanie and Sammy, I am so very sorry for your loss. I hope ythe Lord can bring you peace.
Ray Pendley
Friday, September 24, 2021
Sorry to hear this. Ive watched him grow from a toddler to a grown man. He was like another nephew to me. Lots of great laughs and memories to which ill always cherish. He was definitly one of a kind and will be forever missed but never forgotten. My prayers will be with all of you. Im here if you need me. RIP Ray (my friend).
Mike & Debbie Greer
Friday, September 24, 2021
Sammy, Stephanie & Family : We are deeply sorry to hear of the passing of your Ray. Our hearts hurt deeply for you and all the family. Praying for comfort & strength for you all.
Tammie Richmond
Friday, September 24, 2021
So heartbroken for you Jordan, Rhys, & sweet Adelyn! You all are in my deepest prayers!
Lisa Holland
Friday, September 24, 2021
Skip I am so very sorry for your loss I know your family especially your daughter are deavestated. I am praying for you all for healing, strength and courage. Love Lisa Holland
Donna Eubanks kane
Friday, September 24, 2021
Sammy and family
No greater loss than a child. With prayers time and faith may you all find comfort
Much sympathy
Donna
RICKY EUBANKS
Friday, September 24, 2021
SAMMY, SO SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN OUR PRAYERS
Mark & Janie Baber
Friday, September 24, 2021
We are so very sad for Jordan, the children and family at Ray’s loss, so tragically out of season. We will be praying for all those who loved Ray as they adjust to that empty hole in their hearts.
Donna Griffin
Friday, September 24, 2021
So sorry Jordan! Will have u and your sweet babies on my prayers! ðŸ™ðŸ’™ðŸŒŸðŸ’«ðŸ¦‹â¤ï¸
Doris and Melanie Fogarty, and Kiernan Fisher
Friday, September 24, 2021
Sincerest condolences to all the family. It's been some years since we've seen Ray, but he's remembered as a sweet and kind person, with a fun personality. Please know that all of you are in our thoughts at this very difficult time.
Corey
Friday, September 24, 2021
Ray (aka Sunshine in the ministry) played a big role my first few weeks in. He could always speak in away that was bold and straight forward. I'm very blessed and thankful to have gotten to know him and call him brother.
Teresa McCain
Friday, September 24, 2021
Larry and I are so very sorry for the entire Meador family with the loss of such an outstanding young man. We ask God to bless and comfort you all during this time and to sustain you in the days to come with your memories and love of Ray.
Mister Sally Parks
Friday, September 24, 2021
May God keep his arms around his wife and his children. Remember God is able to do all thing.
Gil Gilbreath
Friday, September 24, 2021
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Lisa Whittley
Friday, September 24, 2021
Loved Ray! He was the star of the show when you were with him. He was a great son, brother, dad and friend. He will be missed much. Love you all so much! Prayers for you allâ¤ðŸ™â¤
Cassy Lacy
Friday, September 24, 2021
My heart hurts for you Jordan and your precious children. I will continue to pray for peace and comfort for you. Love, Cassy
Bobby Ward
Friday, September 24, 2021
May God give you the comfort you need. We will miss Ray, but are thankful for our time together .
Doll Maxwell
Friday, September 24, 2021
My condolences for you and your family. My prayers will be with you all in the upcoming days. Love to you all.
Inez fowler
Friday, September 24, 2021
I am so so sorry for your loss of Ray . Such a handsome young man. I know you all will miss him dearly . God be with you all during this sad times. Praying for you all .
Love your family always.
Tammy Christian Merritt
Friday, September 24, 2021
Sorry for your loss Ray was a great person loved by all praying for healing ðŸ™.
Joseph Lucas
Friday, September 24, 2021
So sorry Jimmy & family for your loss, Although I didn’t know your son Ray , if he was like you he had to be a great guy, Again Jimmy I pray for you and family , May God Bless
Pat Watson
Friday, September 24, 2021
Praying that God gives you comfort and the peace that passes all understanding to guard you through this terrible time in your lives.
Mickey and Sharron Littlejohn
Friday, September 24, 2021
To all the Meador family, our prayers and love are with you. Ray was a special young man and will be missed by many. May God give you a peace knowing that he is in the arms of Jesus and you will see him again.
Mickey and Sharron Littlejohn
The Guadarrama Family
Thursday, September 23, 2021
We have no measurable words for you.. We pray for your family.
Love , Jennifer, Edmundo , Max
Roger Atkins
Thursday, September 23, 2021
Sammy and Stephanie, I am sorry for your loss of Ray. I know how much you loved him and will miss him. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sandy Phillips
Thursday, September 23, 2021
So so sorry Jordan. Mom and I are keeping you and those little ones in our prayers for comfort and peace.
Love you.
Linda Risk
Thursday, September 23, 2021
I am so very sorry and love you all so much. I know your faith and family will be so important in getting you through this difficult time. Sending Love, Strength and Prayers to you and the family â¤ï¸ðŸ’ªðŸ»ðŸ™
Paul and Stephanie Caudillo
Thursday, September 23, 2021
We will continue to pray for peace and comfort for your family. We love you all very much!
Jackie Lumpkin
Thursday, September 23, 2021
Ray was such a nice person. He was friends with my son, Johnathan Taylor. He will be missed so much. RIP Ray
Rick & Marla Grissom
Thursday, September 23, 2021
Jordan, children, Jill, Skip and Chase… what can we say. We are so heartbroken from the loss of Ray. He was an amazing husband, father and second son. Our prayers are with you daily. We’re here for you if you need anything. Heaven is such a beautiful plan. Together again one day.
Michael Dico
Thursday, September 23, 2021
So very sorry for your loss. He was a good man that I was proud to call a friend. Sending prayers of peace and comfort to family and friends and all who loved him so.
Greg and Cecilia Walter
Thursday, September 23, 2021
Prayers and Condolences for this wonderful family. Prayers of strength for you Jordan. Ray will be deeply missed by all. Words can’t express the sorrow we feel. May God bring Peace and Comfort to this family.
Ricky and Susie Cordell
Thursday, September 23, 2021
We are so very sorry for your loss. Prayers for peace and much love sent to you all.
David Rash
Thursday, September 23, 2021
My deepest condolences to you and your family. Praying for all of you.ðŸ™â¤ï¸ðŸ™
Paul Shirar
Thursday, September 23, 2021
Our deepest condolences
San & Courtney Caldwell
Thursday, September 23, 2021
I am so sorry, friend. If there is anything we can do please don’t hesitate to let us know. You and your precious babies are in our thoughts and prayers! ðŸ™ðŸ»ðŸ™ðŸ»ðŸ™ðŸ»
Pam Mangrum
Thursday, September 23, 2021
My heart breaks for the pain you are going through. It is my prayer that all the great memories you've made with Ray will help you through the roughest day. I will be keeping all of you in my prayers, asking God to send strength, comfort & peace.