James Aden Meeks Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Jim Meeks, 75, of Visalia, passed away on February on February 25, 2022, peacefully at KAweah Health Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Jim was born to Walter and Dora Meeks on November 25, 1946, in Harriman, TN. He was the youngest of six children. Jim was married to Barbara Munger on June 28, 1969 in Yuma, AZ. They were married for 53 years. Jim is survived by his two sons, Deven Meeks and Sean Meeks (Samantha and Memphis) and grandson Ian, all of Visalia. Jim's parents, brothers and sisters have all passed before him. He has two remaining sisters-in-law, Jan Meeks and Sophie Meeks plus many more nieces and nephews and their families. Jim graduated from high school in Reedsburg, Wisconsin in 1964. He joined the Marines Corps immediately after graduation and was promptly sent to Vietnam. He finished his four year tour of duty at MCAS Yuma, AZ. He met his wife, Barbara in Yuma in 1967. Jim worked for Sunkist Growers for 40 years, both on the grower side and the corporate side in both Yuma and Visalia areas. He had been retired for 8 years. Jim enjoyed skeet shooting, fly fishing and photography. He enjoyed traveling to see family and friends. Viewing will take place on Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at Salser and Dillard. Funeral Services will be at 10am on March 16, 2022 also at Salser and Dillard. Military burial will follow at Visalia Public Cemetery. Services have been entrusted to Salser & Dillard Funeral Chapel. Memorial Tributes and condolences may be offered by logging onto www.salseranddillard.com.

James Aden Meeks

November 25, 1946 - February 25, 2022