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Morris Mead Obituary
MORRIS MEAD
LIMA — Morris "Gene" Mead, 81, passed away at 4:55 a.m., July 23, 2017 at Vancrest of Delphos. Gene was born March 11, 1936 in McGuffey, OH, to the late John and Luesia (Sparks) Mead. On June 20, 1959 he married Mary Jane Eilerman Mead who preceded him in death on Nov. 17, 2016.
Gene was a U.S. Army veteran serving from 1955-1958. He retired in 1986 after 25 years as a telecommunications specialist for the U.S. State Department Foreign Service. Gene was a patriot who voiced his opinion by writing his Congressman and the President. He was a member of St. Gerard Catholic Church. He enjoyed reading, writing and fishing. Gene especially loved his grandchildren.
Survivors include daughters, Linda (Jim) Lato of Stanley, WS, Kathleen (Charles) Johnson of Newberry, MI, Mary Jean Mead of Lima, Patricia (Rick) E. Blevins of Lima; a sister, Phyllis Cordell of Marion; 7 grandchildren, Cliff (Leah) Davis, Krystalyn (Dusty) Lotts, John (Brittany) Davis, Wade (Caitlyn) Davis, Mike (Beth) Johnson, Matthew Pierce, Sarah Blevins and 7 great-grandchildren.
Preceding him in death were 2 grandchildren, Neil Johnson and Laura Pierce, 4 brothers, Monroe Mead, William Mead, Robert Mead, Roy Mead and 2 sisters, Hattie May Mead and Arizona Mead.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 1:00 p.m., Friday, July 28, 2017 at St. Gerard Catholic Church. Father Jim Szobonya will officiate. Entombment will follow the service at Gethsemani Cemetery. Military Rites will be provided by the U.S.Army Honor Guard and V.F.W. 1275 at the cemetery.
Friends may call one hour prior to the service at the church, Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Condolences may be expressed at chiles-lamanfh.com
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Michael Wrasman
August 11, 2017
Please accept my condolences and prayers. I am a Vancrest resident and ate meals with Gene. I miss our talks and Gene's good humor! Gene was a good man who loved his wife, kids and grand kids. He missed Mary and his grandchildren a great deal and spoke of them often. Please know that Gene is with Mary and his grandkids once again.
Monica Kruse
July 28, 2017
Thank you uncle Gene for the love and kindness you shared with me and our family. May you find peace and comfort in heaven with aunt Mary. I will always keep you both, and your family, in my prayers.
Jennifer Gamble-Zielinski
July 28, 2017
Prayers to the Mead family. Twenty years ago, I happened to get Uncle Gene as a driver's ed. instructor. He was a great teacher because I've never had an accident or a speeding ticket. I remember talking with him at family gatherings. He was always happy and had a story to tell. The world has lost a great man. So very sorry for your loss.
Jackie Cordell
July 27, 2017
Rest In Peace Uncle Gene. We love you and so proud of your service to our country. Love and prayers to all the family.
Jennifer Patton
July 27, 2017
Gene was my godfather. I learned so much from him! He was truly a blessing to my life. I thank god that he choose Gene to be the person who helped me get closer to my faith and who molded me into who i am today. He will be missed. Sending prayers and comfort to his family during this time.
Nancy Haunhorst, RN
July 27, 2017
May he rest in eternal peace. Thank you for allowing me (and the other nurses) to care for you. You will be missed.
Stephanie Gamble-Foust
July 26, 2017
We loved Uncle Gene. He always had a smile and a positive attitude. And he gave the greatest hugs. He will be missed. Thoughts and prayers to the Mead family.
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