Joshua Edward Meade

joshua meade

October 13, 1980 ~ September 17, 2013

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Joshua Edward Meade, 32, formerly of Asheville, died unexpectedly Tuesday, September 17, 2013 at his home in Mt. Pleasant, SC. Josh was born in Asheville and was a graduate of Asheville High School and UNC-Asheville. He worked as a fitness director doing personal training. He is survived by his parents, Dr. Roger J. Meade and Susan Frank Meade; his grandmother, Ruth Loverude Meade; four great-uncles, James K. Loverude, Fred Martin, Harry Holden and Sidney Frank; three great-aunts, Barbara Wood, Carol Martin and Mary Holden; three uncles, Steve Haynes, Sam Warlick and Steve Frank; three aunts, Rindi Haynes, Susan Frank and Marilyn Warlick and seven cousins, Ashley Haynes, Katie Haynes, Scott Haynes, Lauren Woolbright, Brent Frank, Jacob Lewis and Michael Lewis. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, September 22, 2013 at Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church with the Reverends Mark Ramsey and Kristy Farber officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made in Josh's name to the Asheville High School Music Department, 419 McDowell Street, Asheville, NC 28803. Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian is assisting the family.

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  1. Your smile and good nature will be missed. Never an angree word, never a sad face, I will remember you for that always. Til we meet again. Love and healing to your family and friends.

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  3. Josh was our neighbor in Mount Pleasant. He was always kind, happy and quick to lend a helping hand. He will be missed by the Long Grove community. We extend our condolences to his entire family.

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  4. I am so saddened to hear of Josh’s passing. I carry a special place for him in my heart as he was the one who wrote a poignant memorial poem for my brother,Matthew, after his passing in 1996. Josh had a special light about him and a smile that was true and vibrant. I send you my sincerest prayers of peace to you all during this time of sorrow.

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  5. Susan I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
    Regina R. Brown

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  6. You were always so sweet in school and could make me laugh. Such an awesome person. You will never be forgotten. Love and Prayers
    Laura Everingham Payne

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  7. I’m so sorry for your family’s lost! I’m a classmate and I know he will be truly missed! He’s a great guy! God just need his angel with him. God bless your family at all times

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  8. I love Josh. I don’t know why I started calling him ‘Joshy-poo’ but I did…he was just that warm and fuzzy and sweet. He always made my day…infectious smile, big genuine hello-s, happy and loving. My heart goes out to you…deep sadness…can’t even begin to know how to pray for you, but I do pray that God comforts you as he holds Josh in his hands.

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  18. I feel like I knew Josh my whole life. I always remember how much he loved his Mom, Susan. Once I saw that he passed she immediately popped into my head. I hope the love he had for you comforts you. He loved his family and friends deeper then most people. This is a huge loss. I’m so sorry. Arms are wrapping around all of you and I hope that brings you even the smallest sense of peace. Thinking of you…Much love.

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  19. I am very sorry for your loss. I attend the gym where Josh worked and he always had a smile and something encouraging to share. Again, please except my heartfelt condolences.

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  20. Josh was an amazing person. Always smiling and a kind word for everyone. He was a pretty good trainer too! I think I finally convinced him of that (this was one of our jokes). He will be missed. His family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers. May God provide you with the strength and wisdom to get through this; Josh provided you with the love.

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  21. Josh was an amazing trainer and friend who always made me smile and laugh. He helped me through my grieving process this year by keeping me focused on my fitness goals after my husband passed away in January. I will miss seeing his smiling face. I am so very sorry for your loss. Frances Lester

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  22. Dr. And Mrs Meade, I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. Josh was an awesome person and friend. Although I have not seen him since he moved to SC, I thought of him often. Sending love and prayers your way..

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  23. Rest in peace Josh – we had a blast going through school together (not to mention all the times that we got into trouble!) To the family please know that you will remain in my heart, thoughts and prayers! The Thomas-Wood family is sending strength,comforting and healing energy your way to help guide you through this difficult time! I am truly sorry for your loss!

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  24. Josh is such an awesome person. Always smiling and helping others. we have lost a great genuine man and friend. Josh I will miss seeing your smiling face and upbeat personality daily at the gym. God Bless.

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  25. Roger and Susan, My heart is breaking for you for the loss of your son. I am praying that Jesus will comfort you and your family and give you His peace. In this world things are not as they should be, with all the pain and suffering. Only as we place our lives in the hands of God each day are we able to make it in this world. Jesus is coming soon to end all the pain and suffering and death will be no more. May you sense the presence of Jesus loving arms around you bringing healing and love to your hurting hearts. Much love to you both. Love, Chris

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  26. Roger & Susan:

    I was shocked and saddened to learn of Josh’s Homecoming. I remember Josh always smiling and lighting up a room when he walked in. He was a kind soul. I am so very sorry and m heart is breaking for both of you. May God continue to hold you and give you strength in the coming days. I will be praying for you and if there is ever anything I can do for you, please ask. Earth’s loss is Heaven’s gain and we have the reassurance of seeing Josh again.

    All my love and hugs,
    Mikki
    Jer. 29:11-14

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  28. I am so sorry for the loss of your
    son. My thoughts are with the both
    of you at this difficult time. Words cannot express how deeply
    saddened I am for you both and your family. Know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Janet

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  29. Dr Meade & Susan; I worked with Susan at Avl Ob-Gyn many years ago (along with Marie) and have never forgotten Susan’s passion for her patients and her love for her family. I was saddened to hear of your loss. May God hold and bless your family during this time, and memories of Joshua sustain you. Peace and love to you both.

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  32. I knew josh for years and we were very close. He such a great guy and i cant believe he passed away. I love u josh and i will never forget u.

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  33. Roger & Susan, I am so, so sorry to hear about your loss. My family is keeping your family in our prayers. May God be with you during this time.

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  34. We were sorry to read of the loss of Joshua. It is easy to see that he was loved by may and will be greatly missed. May ‘the God of all comfort’ (2 Cor. 1:3) be with you all at this time.

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  35. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I didn’t know him, but knowing you two he had to be special !
    Praying for you both !
    Jim & Kathy Heilig

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  36. I was so sad to hear the news about Josh! He was always such a joy to be around. He was such a sweet and friendly guy who always had a smile on his face. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

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  40. I can’t believe it’s been a year since Josh has been gone. I went to UNCA with Josh and he lit up a room with his smile! I miss that smile. Even after all these years I MISS his smile. He was such a profound guy. We had a lot of fun together and he has been called home much too soon. He was certainly LOVED by many. My heart is broken…

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  41. I can’t believe it’s been a year since Josh has been gone. I went to UNCA with Josh and he lit up a room with his smile! I miss that smile. Even after all these years I MISS his smile. He was such a profound guy. We had a lot of fun together and he has been called home much too soon. He was certainly LOVED by many. My heart is broken…

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