05/24/2026
Mr. Robert “Bobby” Wayne Meadows, age 79, of Aberdeen, OH and Maysville, KY, passed away Friday, May 22, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family and friends.
He was born April 18, 1947, in Maysville, KY to the late Wayne and Ema Lee Tucker Meadows.
Bobby was a devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend whose kindness, hard work, and dedication to family and community touched many throughout his life. He will be remembered for his strong work ethic, generosity, spirit, and willingness to help anyone in need.
Bobby began his working career at Tom Moran’s Service Station. He later worked for Pepsi and RC Cola before being drafted into the United States Army, where he proudly served for four years as a field radio mechanic. Following his military service, he worked at Maysville Ready Mix before eventually becoming owner and operator of Meadows Motor Service following the retirement of his father, Wayne Meadows.
Throughout his career, Bobby also owned and operated Brown’s Family Restaurant for several years. His dedication to the community extended far beyond his work. He proudly served as Mayor of Aberdeen and sat on the village council, where he devoted countless hours to improving and supporting the community he loved. Bobby often said he was very proud to serve the people of Aberdeen, OH and Maysville, KY. His commitment to helping others and making a difference in the lives of those around him will never be forgotten.
He is survived by his children: Angie (Mark) Hamrick of Maysville, KY, Stacie (Jon) Moran of Ripley, OH, and Dwayne (Tamatha) Meadows of Aberdeen, OH.
He also leaves behind his cherished grandchildren: Jeremy (Cheylene) Frodge, Austin (Alexis) Meadows, Savannah Moran, Olivia Meadows, Sarah (Chris) Tucker, and Jen (Robbie) Simpson. His legacy continues through his great-grandchildren: Ellarose Frodge, Maisy Meadows, Allen Tucker, and Grant Tucker.
Bobby is survived by his brother Larry Smitson of Jeffersonville, IN; his sisters, Jackie McGovney of Vanceburg, KY, and Joyce M. Brewer of Georgetown, KY; along with many beloved nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by; his brothers, Rodney Meadows, Kevin Meadows, David Smitson, Charlie Gulley, and Wayne Meadows Jr.; his sisters, Elizabeth Meadows Thornton and Sally Ann Smitson Mers; and his great-grandchild, Huck Martin Frodge.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at Brell & Son Funeral Home in Maysville, KY, with Matthew Barnett officiating. Burial will follow in the Charter Oak Cemetery in Aberdeen, OH with VFW military Honors provided by the Maysville Simon Kenton VFW Post 2734..
Friends may visit from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, May 25, 2026, and 12 p.m. until the hour of service on Tuesday at Brell & Son Funeral Home 620 E. Second Street Maysville, KY 41056.
Greg Dudley, Leo McKay, Norbert Gallenstein, Gene Weaver, Derick Kirk, and Roger Bloomfield will serve as pallbearers. Kevin Jolly, John Estill, and Kenny Johnson will serve as honorary pallbearers.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be sent to the Aberdeen Fire Department in memory of Bobby Meadows. Send to address of P.O. Box 752 Aberdeen, OH 45101.
