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Joseph “Charlie” Meggs Sr.

February 27, 1941 - November 29, 2023

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Visitation
Kilpatrick Funeral Homes - Monroe
1200 Lamy Lane
Monroe, LA 71201
318-323-9611 |
Saturday 12/2, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

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Service
Kilpatrick Funeral Homes - Monroe
1200 Lamy Lane
Monroe, LA 71201
318-323-9611 |
Sunday 12/3, 2:00 pm

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Cemetery
Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens
8729 Cypress Street
West Monroe, LA 71291
318-397-3766 |
Sunday 12/3

Funeral services for Joseph “Charlie” Meggs, Sr. will be held at 2:00 P.M., Sunday, December 3, 2023, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, 1200 Lamy Lane, Monroe, LA. Visitation will be held Saturday from 4:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. Interment will follow at Kilpatrick’s Serenity Gardens under the care and direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA.

Joseph Charles Meggs, Sr. passed away on Wednesday, November 29, 2023 surrounded by his family. He was born in Kosciusko, Mississippi, February 27, 1941. Mr. Charlie had resided in Monroe, LA since 1970. He attended Kosciusko High School before enlisting in the United States Army where he rose to the rank of E4. When relocating to Monroe, Charles began working in the production department of Dittco Products, where he eventually held numerous leadership roles and positions.

In 1990 Mr. Charles helped co-found Premier Steel Doors and Frames where he was actively involved until his retirement in 2017. He was, during his employment, an honorary member of DHI, AGC and the MBMA. He was loved by many and was always engaging with the off-beat jokes and humor.  Charlie was one of a kind.

Charlie was preceded in death by his parents the Rev. Alton Meggs and Gussie Meggs, his sister Glennis Halford and brother Alton Verlon Meggs.

Charlie is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Margaret Ann Pearson Meggs,  sons, Joey Meggs and wife Christa, Darrell Meggs and wife Lara, daughter, Angela Meggs; grandchildren Kelsey Stokes,Courtney Norris, Adriane White, Olivia Pearson, Bailey Meggs, Michael Meggs, Jenna Watson, Kayleigh Meggs, Jacob Jarratt and Ashtyn Meggs; great-grandchildren Nora Norris, Bennett Stokes, Jackson White, Catherine Stokes, Kannon Blake, Lilah White, and Bishop Stokes and his two sisters, Cathy Frazure  and Alta Hutchison; and numerous friends of the family.

Serving as pallbearers are Jacob Jarratt, Michael Meggs, Ben Stokes, Trent Norris and Travis White.

Serving as honorary pallbearers are Clint Gebhardt, Hristo Ivanov and Danny Gebhardt.

A special thank you goes out to Elara Caring Hospice for their heart and care during his last days and to his selfless sister Alta for her love, support and companionship.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

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Kilpatrick Funeral Homes - Monroe
1200 Lamy Lane
Monroe, LA 71201
318-323-9611 | Map
Saturday 12/2, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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1200 Lamy Lane
Monroe, LA 71201
318-323-9611 | Map
Sunday 12/3, 2:00 pm
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Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens
8729 Cypress Street
West Monroe, LA 71291
318-397-3766 | Map
Sunday 12/3
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Funeral services for Joseph “Charlie” Meggs, Sr. will be held at 2:00 P.M., Sunday, December 3, 2023, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, 1200 Lamy Lane, Monroe, LA. Visitation will be held Saturday from 4:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. Interment will follow at Kilpatrick’s Serenity Gardens under the care and direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA.Continue Reading

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OpenGate Capital left a message on December 4, 2023:
We extend our deepest sympathies to you during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you mourn the loss of Joseph Meggs Sr.
Ann French left a message on December 2, 2023:
Heartfelt sympathy to a dear family in memory of Joe, a good neighbor, friend and one of the few good guys to grace this earth. God bless you all.
Johnny Price Prices Glass & Mirror Co. left a message on December 1, 2023:
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Paula Burgess and Newcomer, Morris & Young Staff left a message on December 6, 2023:
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Queenie Cascio left a message on December 2, 2023:
I’m sure going to miss my sweet friend I could talk with about politics and gardening. It sure took you a long time to admit that you loved seeing pretty flowers in your yard. I’m especially going to miss watching you pick on the love of your life til she blushed like a teenager. You two certainly had some interesting chapters to share in your lives, very entertaining indeed! Be at peace now, my friend, no more sadness and pain.
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Keith Calhoun left a message on December 2, 2023:
Mr Meggs was my neighbor for the past 22 years. He was always kind to my family and my boys. There were several summers they would go over and swim in his swimming pool. We were very thankful to have known him over these past several years.
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Premier Steel Doors and Frames left a message on December 1, 2023:
Wishing you peace to bring comfort and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. We will all miss Charlie and are praying hard for all of you!
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Donna Meggs Guidry and Janie Meggs left a message on December 1, 2023:
We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family and for Charles in heaven.
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Mary Ellen Hopkins left a message on December 1, 2023:
I am so sorry to read of Mr Meggs' passing. My heart and my prayers go out to all of his family. May God's peace and comfort be with you always.
Roberta Rutherford left a message on November 30, 2023:
I’m praying for you and the family.
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Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss... Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
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Rita Wellbrink left a message on November 30, 2023:
Margaret, I’m so sorry to learn of the passing of your husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Many hugs!
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Carolyn Smith left a message on November 30, 2023:
He was definitely one of a kind had him in my life since I was only 4 years old best brother in law you could of ever ask for he even taught me to drive and was always there if I needed him he will be truly missed him and blue cap love you ❤️Carolyn
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