Meredith Lee Sine

Meredith Lee Sine went home to be with the Lord on May 12, 2023, following a

year of declining health. Born to parents Alfred J. Sine and Ethel Miller Cook on

September 29, 1942, in Woodstock, Virginia.

Survived by his wife of 47 years, Patricia Rhodes Sine. Half-brother, Ralph J. Sine

(Becky) and Half-sister, Barbara Sine McDonald. Step-sisters, Judy Cook Hodson and

Sandra Cook Hockman and Step-brother Jerry Cook. Brothers-in-law, Mac Rhodes

(Paula) and Ted Rhodes (Jan). Also survived by several nieces and nephews and great

nieces and nephews.

Predeceased by his parents, Step-mother, Mildred Ritter Sine and Step-father,

Clarence Cook, and his beloved pets Gypsy, Blue Eyes and Pookee.

Meredith was raised in Columbia Furnace, Virginia and was a member of the first

graduating class of Central High School, Woodstock (1960) and he always looked

forward to attending class reunions.

He served in the Army National Guard during the 1960’s.

Following retirement, he enjoyed spending mornings with his coffee club buddies

at McDonalds or Burger King. He also enjoyed boiling apple butter with the Columbia

Furnace Community Club and was the last surviving charter member of the club.

Meredith preferred the “Good News” Bible and would often purchase new or used

Bibles and give to friends.

He liked to mow and garden using his Wheel Horse tractor and grow vegetables to

give away to family, friends and neighbors.

Meredith was a member of the St. Luke Covenant Brethren Church and also

attended First Church and Montezuma Church of the Brethren.

A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, 11:00 AM, at

Greenwood Ames Cemetery, Bridgewater, Virginia with Pastor Terri Luzynski and Pastor

Freddie Helsley officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the church or charity of

your choice.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at johnsonfs.com.