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John Otha Meeks (Jewel Muhammad)

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Oct 30, 1947 – Oct 24, 2020

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Family and friends are invited to meet in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home & Crematory on Friday, October 30, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. for a service celebrating and remembering John’s life.  There will be time to gather with the family beforehand from 10-11 a.m. 

A private interment with military honors will take place at the Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery. 

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John O. Meeks Jr “Bubble” (Jewel Muhammad) departed this life and returned to The Creator on Saturday October 24, 2020 at the age of 72. He was born on October 30, 1947 in Memphis, TN to the late John Sr. and Susie Meeks.

Jewel was a member of the Islamic Center of Chicago where he practiced his Islamic faith for over 40 years. He was also a Marine Veteran. Jewel was a man of many of trades. Anyone who knew him, knew that he was always dressed to impress. He practiced photography, was a barber, a marathon runner, and during his time in Chicago, a community activist. In his younger years he enjoyed wrestling, karate, and modeling. He also enjoyed spending time with his grandkids and family.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his only daughter, Chantel Scott Jackson (Eugene Jackson) of Racine; Two grandchildren, Brandon G. Scott and Christopher J. Doss both of Racine; Three great grandchildren, Aniyha Scott, Noah Scott and Legend Doss; Three sisters, Dorothy White “Sista Sue,” Debra Malone, and Lynette Bell, who was with him until the end; And his fiancé, Ireever Miller. Jewel is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He is proceeded in death by his grandson, Jamison Lee Hiler; his mother, Susie Meeks; and his father, John O. Meeks Sr.

Family and friends are invited to meet in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home & Crematory on Friday, October 30, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. for a service celebrating and remembering John’s life.  There will be time to gather with the family beforehand from 10-11 a.m.  A private interment with military honors will take place at the Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery. Live Streaming Link https://youtu.be/vK7aE_IymZE

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  1. Tina says

    October 27, 2020 at 9:37 am

    To the Meeks Family. Bubba was a very Unique and Special Man and Person, Bubba was a long time friend to the Griffin Family and will truly be missed. Our sympathy goes out to the Family. Please know that we are praying for you in this time of sorrow. Know and believe that God is with you. The Griffin Family.

  2. Cherry&Linda Campbell says

    October 27, 2020 at 2:12 pm

    Our deepest condolences and prayers to the Meeks family 🙏🙏🙏

  3. Mae Williams & Family says

    October 27, 2020 at 3:40 pm

    We would like extend our deepest condolences to the entire family. Praying for your comfort during this difficult time .

  4. Rina Lambert says

    October 27, 2020 at 6:39 pm

    Sharing in your sadness as you remember your loved one…

  5. The Racine Islamic Center says

    October 27, 2020 at 7:21 pm

    May The Most High forgive him of all of his shortcomings and sins, and admit him to HIS Paradise.

    Ameen

  6. Stacey Moore & Family says

    October 27, 2020 at 10:15 pm

    Sending our most sincere condolences & sympathies to the Meeks family.

  7. BUB HICKS AND FAMILY says

    October 28, 2020 at 9:28 am

    SHALOM

  8. Brenda Wilson says

    October 28, 2020 at 11:13 am

    My sincere condolences

  9. Sandra Smith says

    October 28, 2020 at 12:07 pm

    To the Meeks family so sorry for your loss may God be with you in this difficult time prayers going up🙏🙏

  10. Ann Kirkwood & Family says

    October 29, 2020 at 11:02 am

    To the Family of Bubba Meeks:
    Words can not express my heartfelt loss for Bubba. However, I know that there is a God who will ease the pain. My prayers and condolences to the entire family. Stay strong in the LORD.

  11. Tonya Gates says

    October 29, 2020 at 12:47 pm

    Praying for Comfort to the Family at this Time!

  12. Mona Lisa Williams says

    October 30, 2020 at 3:10 am

    I am so sorry for your loss Praying for the family

  13. Doris Ingram-Jones says

    October 30, 2020 at 5:35 am

    To the Meeks family, mu sincere condolences in the passing of John (Bubba). May God comfort and keep you…praying for you.

  14. Mary Miller says

    October 30, 2020 at 2:42 pm

    Love you always Mary Miller and keith Miller.

  15. Jerome and Lisa Herring says

    October 30, 2020 at 6:21 pm

    To the Meeks Family, we are sorry for the loss of John (Bubba) Meeks are thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time. God Bless and we will keep you all of you in are hearts and prayers.

  16. The Adkisson Family says

    October 31, 2020 at 7:39 pm

    Our sincerest condolences in your time of grief. May God bless you all. From the Adkisson family.

  17. PRINCESS WELLS says

    November 12, 2020 at 8:47 pm

    SENDING HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES TO THE MEEKS FAMILY SINCERELY SADDEN BY YOUR LOSS . BE BLESSED AS THE FAMILY GOES ON.

  18. Chantel Meeks Jackson says

    October 13, 2021 at 9:28 am

    Rest In Paradise DADDY.

  19. Brandon Scott says

    March 28, 2023 at 4:51 pm

    I miss grand dad

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A special ‘Thank You’ for the wonderful service our family received at Draeger Funeral Home. A special thank you to Gary and his beautiful wife and the receptionist who made it so comforting and caring in such a hard time for our family. Everything you did for us made our load so much lighter. Thank you!

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