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Ralph Meader Obituary
1935-2013
FAIRFIELD - Ralph E. Meader, 77, passed away peacefully Nov. 11, 2013, at MaineGeneral Medical Center in Augusta with his family by his side. He was born Nov. 29, 1935, in Albion, the son of Ernest G. and Abbie (Knight) Meader.
He graduated from high school in 1953, then on Dec. 14, 1956, in Albion, he married the love of his life and soul mate, Millie. They were married for 57 years, raised three children, seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
Ralph drove a truck for Worthmore, worked for the railroad, worked shut-downs in many different states, was fire chief of Fairfield and held all these positions for more than 20 years until he retired at the age of 65. He and Millie loved camping, traveling most of the United States and wintered in Florida for 25 years. He enjoyed gardening, woodworking and was a member of the Baptist church and carpenter's union. He cherished time spent with family and loved "roughhousing" with his grand-kids.
He was a kind, compassionate man who was always ready to help anyone and will be missed dearly by family and friends. The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at the Harold Alfond Center for Cancer Care in Augusta and the Critical Care Unit.
Ralph is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Millie Meader, of Fairfield; two daughters, Linda Fletcher and husband Paul, of China, and Diane Boucher and husband Chuck, of Fairfield; four grandsons, Chris Harding, of North Carolina, Ryan Harding, of Augusta, Justin Boucher, of Portland, and Matt Meader; and three granddaughters, Nicole Boucher, of Oakland, Amanda Meader, of Winthrop, and Molly Meader, of Livermore Falls. He was predeceased by his parents; a brother, Glenn Meader, a sister, Judy Meader; and a son, Brent.
At Ralph's request, there will be no visitation hours or funeral service. In lieu of flowers, friends wishing may make donations in Ralph's memory to American Lung Association of Maine, 122 State St., Augusta, Maine 04330-5689
Arrangements under the care and direction of Dan & Scott's Cremation & Funeral Service, 445 Waterville Road, Skowhegan, Maine 04976.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ralph Meader
November 27, 2013
I am so sorry for your lost I want to share the hope we have in the bible that one day we will our love one again according to actes 24 :15
Mark York
November 25, 2013
Sorry to hear of Ralph's passing. And also of Brent, his stepson and a childhood friend of mine. I'm seeing, and writing too many familiar obituaries of late. My condolences to the family.
Mary & Roger Lockhart
November 24, 2013
Dear Millie and family,
I was sad to hear of Ralph's passing, he was a wonderful man, and he will be missed. My Thoughts and Prayers go out to all of you, take care. May Ralph Rest in Peace.
Lee Hebert
November 24, 2013
As a young man joining the Fire Dept. Ralph treated me and everyone with respect, along with that and his gentle but confident leadership, he earned my respect. I'll always remember his smile.
November 24, 2013
My condolences to the family, may he R.I.P.
Janice Meader Overlock
November 24, 2013
So very sorry for your loss!! Wish we could have gotten to know a favorite childhood cousin!!
Jack and Eva Adams
November 24, 2013
Ralph was a special man. He served his community well by being Chief of Fairfield's Fire Department. I had the pleasure to be on the department under Ralph's direction, and was always glad to run into him after he left that position. May he rest in peace and may all of his family hold tight to all the memories they have of him to help carry them through.
Vicki LeClair
November 23, 2013
So very sorry for your loss. He was such a kind and gentle man. My deepest thoughts and prayers are with you all.
william bolduc
November 23, 2013
sorry for your lost.he was a great man.he and i worked together at the fire station for many years together.he will be miss by everyone who knew him.again so sorry for your lost.
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