Barry Christopher Meeks, 67, of Kilmarnock, Virginia died February 27th 2023 in Richmond, VA, of complications with pancreatic cancer.
Barry is survived by his wife, Joan Culshaw Meeks and his children Sayre Fox and Todd Hardy Meeks. He is predeceased by his parents, William Furman Meeks and Catherine Durkin Meeks; and his sisters Laura and Maurita.
Mr. Meeks was born in Great Neck, New York on August 16, 1955 to William and Catherine. He achieved a Bachelors in Science from Ursinus College and a Masters from Rutgers University. He worked in finance and business insurance for such companies as Ingersoll Rand, American Commerical Lines and American Bureau of Shipping, before retiring from his position with Cathexis in Houston, Texas in July 2022.
On September 29, 1984 he married, Joan, with whom he had attended high school. On April 2, 1987 and October 30, 1989 respectively, he welcomed his two children.
Barry was a spiritual man, a considerable world traveler, prolific reader and had a famously keen mathematical mind. An avid sailer and golfer, he was a member of Indian Creek Yacht and Country Club. He will be deeply missed by his friends, family, and all who knew him.
Private memorial services will be held at a to-be-determined date in West Chester County, New York where he will join the Meeks family. Memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Welfare League, P.O. Box 975, White Stone, , Virginia 22578.