Bernard Henry Meador

Meador, Bernard H., 83, passed away August 28, 2011. Bernard was born in Bedford County on June 3, 1928.  He was the son of Rena A. and John T. Meador.   Bernard  is preceded in death by his wife Nancy P. Meador who passed away August 15, 2010 shortly after their celebration of 61 years of marriage.  He was a kind and loving husband and father. He is survived by his daughter D. Susan Meador of Richmond, son Mark B. Meador and his wife Marcia of Lanexa, VA, and grandson Matthew T. Meador (currently attending Virginia Tech).  He was an active member and deacon at Deep Run Baptist Church (Richmond) for many years.  Bernard became an active member of Bedford Elks Lodge #2844 after retiring and returning to his native Bedford.  He served in the Army for two years beginning in 1950 and was a proud graduate of the Officers Candidate School, holding the rank of Lieutenant.  Bernard spent his working career that spanned over 45 years in the automotive field, which for a time included management of a chain of service stores in the mid-Atlantic region of the country.  Later in life Bernard developed an active interest in genealogy.  As the former president of the Bedford Genealogical Society, he worked long and hard; and more recently he was recognized for logging countless hours as a volunteer at the Bedford Museum.  Bernard enjoyed many pastimes including reading, woodworking, home projects and billiards.   The family will receive friends 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at Burch – Messier Funeral Home (Main Street Location),  317 West Main Street, Bedford, VA.  A graveside service will be held Thursday, September 1^st  at the Greenwood Cemetery (Bedford) beginning at 11:00 a.m. with Dr. Eldridge Cullum officiating.  In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Bedford Museum and Genealogical Society and mailed to 201 E. Main Street, Bedford, VA 24523.