David Gene Meador, age 89, of Shannon Hills, Arkansas, passed away on Wednesday, October 14, 2026. He was born on January 8, 1937, in Prescott, Arkansas, to Roland and Marion Meador.

David graduated from Prescott High School in 1954 and enlisted in the Arkansas National Guard, where he served for eight years. He continued his education at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, graduating in 1962 with a degree in civil engineering.

On July 3, 1959, David married Laura Rowena Gray, beginning a marriage that spanned 66 years. Together, they built a life centered on family and shared many years of memories.

David devoted his professional life to civil engineering, enjoying a long career with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Arkansas Soil and Water Conservation Commission. Through his education, military service, and professional career, he dedicated many years to serving his state and country.

David was a faithful member and elder of Lake Point Church of Christ in Maumelle, Arkansas, where he served his church family.

David was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 66 years, Laura Rowena Meador; his parents, Roland and Marion Meador of Prescott, Arkansas; his siblings, Geraldine Wilson of Bauxite, Arkansas, Gary Meador of Russellville, Arkansas, Roger Meador of Corsicana, Texas, and Maxie Walden of Cushman, Arkansas; his daughter, Laura Jean Porter of Bauxite, Arkansas; and his great-grandson, Randall Smith Jr. of Benton, Arkansas.

He is survived by his two sons, James Roland Meador of New Boston, Texas, and Mark Alan Meador of Rogers, Arkansas; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; five step-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

David leaves behind a legacy of family, dedication, faith, and service. He will be remembered by his loved ones for the life he lived, the work he accomplished, his service to his church, and the generations of family who carry his memory forward.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Ashby Funeral Home in Benton, Arkansas, followed by the funeral service at 11:00 a.m.

Burial will follow at 12:00 noon at Forest Hills Cemetery in Alexander, Arkansas.