Arthur Elting "Art" Mead

Mead, Arthur Elting "Art" Age 85, of Rogers, and prev- ious resident of Brooklyn Center. Passed away on October 28, 2010, surrounded by loved ones. Preceded in death by parents, William and Lita; wife, Bernice; and son, Jimmy. Survived by daughter, Nancy (Larry) McAuliffe of San Francisco; grandsons, Nicholas and Zachary; brother, William Mead, and sister, Ardelle (Bob) Mills; and nieces and nephews; sister-in-law, Dorothy (Harold) Pederson. During WWII, Art flew C-47 cargo planes "over the hump" as a 1st lieutenant in the Air Force. He graduated from the U of M in 1949 with a degree in business. He spent 31 years working at Honeywell. During the 60's and early 70's, Art was manager and head coach of the Americs Women's Softball Team, winning the State Championship in 1971, leading to his induction into the Minnesota Sports Federation Softball Hall of Fame. After retiring, he enjoyed working part-time at Centerbrook Golf Course, and traveling the US, especially his annual trip to San Francisco. He enjoyed playing bridge with the neighbors, golfing with his buddies, and proud of his hole-in-one at Centerbrook. Much loved father, grandfather, and friend, he will be deeply missed. He will be remembered as a very generous person to his family and friends. Memorial Service 11 AM Tuesday, 11/2, at Cross of Glory Lutheran Church, 5929 Brooklyn Blvd., Brooklyn Center, gathering time 1 hour prior to service. Luncheon to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Wellstead of Rogers. Evans-Nordby 763-533-3000