Timothy Curtis "Earl" Meek

Timothy "Earl" Curtis Meek, 58 of Keystone Heights, passed away Thursday, November 9, 2017. He was born November 6, 1959 in Tampa to the late Billy and Gloria Meek and moved to Belmore at age 4. Earl attended schools in Keystone Heights and graduated with the Class of 1977. He was a driver for Lewis Oil and the United States Postal Service as well as a mechanic for Fishers Auto in Gainesville. He was also active in the Melrose Youth Activities and was a member of Brothers of the Sword where he was known as "Earl the Pearl", a nickname that stuck since childhood basketball games. Tim was an avid Gator fan and loved by his large extended family and will be missed and his memories cherished. He was preceded in death by his brother, Jack Meek. Survivors are his children, Katie (Shaun) Burgin of Starke, T.J. Meek and Justin (Jessica) Meek all of Melrose; three sisters, Becki Smith of Starke, Theresa (Woody) Long of Keystone Heights, and Charity Emmons of Melrose. Also left behind are six grandchildren and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, in-laws, and nieces and nephews. A Time of Remembrance will be held Saturday, December 30, 2017 from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at Chiappinis, 326 SR 26 Melrose, FL 32666. Arrangements under the care of Jones-Gallagher Funeral Home, 340 E. Walker Drive, Keystone Heights, Florida 32656. 352-473-3176. www.jonesgallagherfh.com Funeral Home Jones - Gallagher Funeral Home - Keystone Heights 340 East Walker Drive Keystone Heights FL - 32656 US (352) 473-3176